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L’ek is dialect for Lake and is the new bistro in Piazza XX Settembre under the eastern portico. It’s small and cozy with contemporary furnishings and an open view kitchen. Outdoor dining is also available. The menu offers vegetarian, meat and… Continue Reading
Would you like to know where the locals go? If you like good food, we have selected a few restaurants, pizzerias and cafes to try during your visit in Lecco. Yes, all Italian food is really good, but this is… Continue Reading
Discovering Pizzoccheri Chiavennaschi in Valchievenna-Valtellina, Lombardy If you have read any of my previous posts about Pizzocchieri, you’ll know that it’s a special kind of buckwheat pasta from the Valtellina area in northern Italy. What you don’t know is …and… Continue Reading
Courtside dining Osteria La Barrique is the clubhouse cafe and restaurant of the Lecco Tennis Club In spring and summer the weather of Lake Como is at it’s best and outdoor dining in front of the red clay tennis courts… Continue Reading
Overlooking Lake Como from the Valmadrera shore is the Villa Giulia Hotel and Restaurant. Known for it’s spectacular view of the lake, the Terrazza Restaurant is truly a special little gem and a favorite for the locals. We went for a summer… Continue Reading
If you have read my previous posts, then you will know we have a fondness for pizzoccheri and Valtellinese wines! We recently visited Le Case dei Baff -via dei Mulini, 19 -Ardenno (Sondrio) to celebrate our anniversary. Booking.com – Le Case… Continue Reading
New hamburger place along the lake. Good, quality meat and friendly service. Vegetarian choices are also available.They pride themselves in being 100% Italian; using local meats, artisanal beers and even the cola is a national brand. Decorated with trendy, pseudo-urban-industry furnishings and vintage style… Continue Reading
This is by far the best view of the lake and one of the most relaxing places for a meal. It truly is a magical place. You can go for a coffee, a quick business lunch , a drink or… Continue Reading
Although Il Giardino is not in the center of town, it is well worth the taxi ride or 25 minute walk from Ponte Vecchio. A traditional restaurant run by the Sesana family, the minute you walk in the door Laura or another member… Continue Reading
Ok, there is no dispute. Italian food is the best. Everyone has heard of spaghetti, melanzane alla parmigiana, and lasagne, but have you every heard of pizzocheri? Everyone has heard of Sangiovese, Barbera, Barolo and Pinot Grigio, but have you ever heard… Continue Reading