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Dream
Dresses, fragrances, a piece
of furniture, a massage: the
exclusive Culti Spa at Maison
Moschino offers a range of
relaxing treatments in a sleek,
contemporary atmosphere that
remains infused with a feeling
of effortless sophistication.
Sensitively positioned lights
create beautifully cast shadows
on lavish textiles and carefully
selected objects, clear evidence
of its dedication to la dolce vita.
The elysian mood of this Spa is
a part of this highly imaginative,
unique space: “entering Maison
Moschino is like falling down
the rabbit hole: after a while, you
come to expect the unexpected”.
www.maisonmoschino.com
Viale Monte Grappa, 12
T: 02 29009858
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Aperitivo
Bar straf – The street bar of the Straf design hotel
in the heart of Milan. The bar echoes the basic
materials used inside the hotel, such as concrete
walls and floors, although here the interior
designer Vincenzo De Cotiis has created a sort of
spatial overwriting by using a hyper-decorative
style. Eclectic happy hour, often with DJ set and
live music, from 6pm. Open every day from 9am
to midnight. www.straf.it. Via San Raffaele, 3.
T: 02 80508715. M1-M3 Duomo. Map f5
BENTO BAR – This trendy, contemporary bar with an
international atmosphere offers classic cocktails
and drinks featuring a saké or green tea base
served with snacks and Japanese specialities.
From Mon-Sun 6.30pm-9pm. www.bentobar.com.
Corso G. Garibaldi, 104. T: 02 6598075. M2 Moscova.
Map E2
BIFFI IN GALLERIA – Founded in 1867 by Pastry chef
to His Majesty, Paolo Biffi, this is one of Milan’s
oldest cafés situated in the heart of the Galleria
Vittorio Emanuele, just a stone’s throw from
the Duomo. Patronized by industry magnates,
politicians and members of Milan’s high society, it
also serves sophisticated aperitivi. Mon-Sun
2pm-11pm. www.biffigalleria.it. Via U. Foscolo, 3.
T: 02 8057961. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F5
BLANCO MILANO – A chic, intimate atmosphere in
which light is an integral part of the design. An
off-shoot of its famous Formentera counterpart.
Aperitivo on Mon-Sat 6.30pm-9.30pm. Closed on
Sun. www.blancomilano.com. Via G.B. Morgagni, 2.
T: 02 29405284. M1 Porta Venezia Zara. map h3
BOBINO CLUB – New York-style lounge bar
distinguished by its attention to detail and
sophisticated interior design. Its aperitivo is
characterized by its wide selection of cocktails and
buffet featuring a number of Italian specialities like
wood-fired pizza and oriental snacks. Tues-Sat from
7pm. www.bobinoclub.it. Imbarcadero Darsena,
Piazzale A. Cantore. T: 02 36559070. M2 Porta
Genova FS. off map
CAFFÈ DELLA PUSTERLA – Open daily for breakfast,
lunch or afternoon tea. Come aperitivo time, it
offers a rich buffet of sweet and savoury snacks.
From 6.30pm. Free wireless connection. Via E. De
Amicis, 22. T: 02 89402146. M2 Sant’Ambrogio.
Map D5
CIRCLE – Located in the Tortona area, in the heart
of the design district, this ultra-trendy “lounge &
restaurant” is located inside the headquarters of
the Italian Diesel store. Innovative and cool, it is
open from 7 in the morning to 2 at night. Great
music and food. Saturday Brunch from 12noon to
4pm. www.circlemilano.com. Via E. Stendhal, 36.
T: 02 42293745. M2 Porta Genova FS. Map B7
COVA – Founded in 1817, by none other than one
of Napoleon’s soldiers. Thanks to its strategic
position, in the heart of the Quadrilatero della
moda, this venue is a true Milanese classic.
Established as a pasticceria, it also offers a house
aperitivo: an infusion of herbs and flowers based
on a secret recipe. www.pasticceriacova.com.
Via Montenapoleone, 8. T: 02 76005599. M3
Montenapoleone. Map G4
DESEO – This elegant, crowded lounge-restaurant
is situated just a few metres from the Arco della
Pace. Boasting a sophisticated setting, it offers
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