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Diningwith genuine flair. A curiosity: a plaque outsidecommemorates a visit by Ho Chi Min, president ofVietnam during the famous, bloody war. Closed onSun. €€€. Viale Pasubio, 10. T: 02 6555741. M2 GaribaldiFS. Map E2AURORA—A nineteenth century interior in winterand a fresh outdoor area for alfresco dining on hotsummer evenings. Located in the vibrant designarea, its offers Northern Italian food with typical coldmeats, fresh cheeses and substantial main courses.Don’t forget to end your meal with Aurora’s pear andchocolate cake. Great selection of wines from thePiedmont region. Closed on Mon. €€€. Via Savona, 23.T: 02 89404978. M2 Sant’Agostino. Map C7BAGUTTA—One of Milan’s oldest restaurants, Baguttais famous, among other things, for a literary prizethat was once awarded here. In fact, it is also for thisreason that it is patronized by VIPs and intellectuals.Its top-class cuisine (Tuscan and Milanese) can also besavoured in the garden. House specialities include:la “fiorentina”, the famous Florentine T-bone steak,and soups. Closed on Sun. €€€. www.bagutta.it. ViaBagutta 14. T: 02 7600090. M1 San Babila. Map G4CANTINA DI MANUELA/1—Boasting a friendly thoughtrendy atmosphere, this restaurant is renowned for itswine list. Offering over 400 labels, it sells some thirtydifferent types of wine by the glass, accompaniedby an excellent selection of cold meats and cheeses,pasta and risotto dishes. Closed on Sun. €€€.www.lacantinadimanuela.it. Via G.C. Procaccini, 41.T: 02 3452034. Map C1Small charming restaurantoffering delicious disheswith particular emphasison fresh ingredientsOpen for dinner onlywww.sacripante.comViale Coni Zugna, 52Tel: 02 83390065CANTINA DI MANUELA/2—Though part of thesame chain as the previous one, this location hasa different owner and a different philosophy. Atthe bar you can have a glass of wine or choose abottle from the rack. It also has a pleasant outdoorarea and a handful of tables. Dishes include anumber of fish platters and a rare Parmesancheese that is matured for as many as 60 months.The delicacies served in the restaurant are alsoavailable for take-out and range from foie gras tocold meats, from pastries to wine. Closed on Sun.€€. www.lacantinadimanuela.it. Via R. Sanzio, 16.T: 02 43983048. M1 Wagner. Map A4CHIC N QUICK—Bistrot owned by famous, two starMichelin chef, Claudio Sadler who recently openedthis minimalist, charming, contemporary, thoughelegant restaurant, in the vicinity of his more famousvenue. It offers simple though high quality cuisinewith highlights including grilled specialities and rawfish. Great wine cellar. Closed on Sun and on Mon. €€.www.sadler.it. Via A. Sforza, 77. T: 02 89503222.M2 Romolo. Off MapCONVIVENDO—A characteristic restaurant in theheart of Milan. Recently restructured, it is the idealspot for those who wish to try the flavours of goodItalian cuisine set against the romantic backdrop ofan old Milanese courtyard. It has two dining roomsto guarantee a peaceful, relaxing meal. Traditionaland upgraded dishes. Closed on Sat at lunch and onSun. €€€. www.ristoranteconvivendo.com. Viale SanMichele del Carso, 7. T: 02 48519944.M1 Conciliazione. Map C5DAL BOLOGNESE—This restaurant also owes itsfame to its “twin” in Rome. Here, as in the capital,the restaurant is a favourite with VIPs, managersand business men. Great cold cuts and mixedboiled meats washed down with a selection offine wines. Closed on Sat at lunch and on Sun.€€€. Piazza della Repubblica, 13. T: 02 62694845.M3 Repubblica. Map G2DOLCE VITA— Patronized by students andprofessors from the nearby Università Statale,this restaurant is a good choice for both theyoung and the connoisseurs of good food. Newsignature dishes include scallops and goldenprawns, foie gras terrine, sautéed kidneys with“riso al salto” and, each day, a different dish-ofthe-day.Home-baked bread and fresh pasta.Closed on Sun. €€€. Via Bergamini, 11.T: 02 58303843. M1-M3 Duomo. Map G5DON LISANDER—For more than sixty years, afashionable restaurant situated right in the heartof Milan, just a short distance from the Teatro allaScala. An elegant atmosphere and impeccableservice. The menu features traditional Lombardyand regional Italian cuisine. The speciality of thehouse is risotto. For dessert, also try the chestnutsemifreddo with persimmon sauce. €€€. www.ristorantedonlisander.it. Via A. Manzoni, 12/A.T: 02 76020130. M3 Montenapoleone. Map F4DONGIÒ—This restaurant, owned by the Criscuolofamily, is the best place to discover cuisine fromCalabria, one of the most beautiful regions inSouthern Italy. It is renowned for its starters, thereal pride of its chefs, and its “caciocavallo silano”,a typical cheese found in the south. Also worthtrying is its “tiramisu”. Closed on Sun. €€. Via B.Corio, 3. T: 02 5511372. M3 Porta Romana. Map G6EDONÈ—The daughter of Eros and Psyche, inGreek mythology, the word Edoné means atrue incarnation of pleasure. A fabulous seafoodrestaurant with a reputation for some of the bestfish in Milan. Simply and elegantly decorated witha fish counter displaying only the freshest produce.House specialities are definitely concentrated onraw fish dishes: tartare, shellfish platters, carpaccio,unusual combinations, classics upgraded by the chefand mouth watering desserts. Also offers a businesslunch featuring a selection of dishes taken from themenu for which they only charge 18 euros. Via Orti,31. T: 02 36534864. M3 Crocetta. Map G7EMILIA & CARLO—Just a few steps from the CastelloSforzesco, it offers a good fish and meat menu.Highlights include codfish with red onion jam andthe real “fiorentina” (Florentine-style-steak), which isthe speciality of the house. For dessert: chocolatesorbet. Closed on Sat at lunch and on Sun. €€€. ViaSacchi, 8. T: 02 862100. M1 Cairoli. Map E4EMILIANA TORTELLINI—This tiny restaurant, originallyfamous for producing and selling fresh pasta,only has a few tables. The young patronne, NadiaMagnani, had the idea of placing a few tables in hershop where, at lunch, clients can savour a number offabulous pasta or other dishes. Good service and avery interesting selection of wines. Always closed inthe evening and on Sun and Mon. €€. Via Ariberto, 17.T: 02 58109707. M2 Sant’Agostino. Map D6GIANNI E DORINA—This charming, romanticrestaurant boasts a feminine touch thanks to Ester,its talented chef, and Dorina Chionna, patronne andrenowned sommelier. Traditional dishes, wonderfullygenuine ingredients and menus designed especiallyfor vegetarians, vegans and celiacs. Closed on Sat atlunch and on Sun. €€. www.gianniedorina.com. ViaG. Pepe, 38. T: 02 606340. M2 Garibaldi FS. Map E1GIANNINO—One of the oldest restaurants in Milan,it was opened in 1989, by Pisa-born Giannino Bindi.Boasting a 500 seating capacity, the restauranthas a number of elegantly furnished dining roomsdecorated in light and dark shades. Classic menusand simple food made from only the finest, freshestingredients. A varied menu in keeping with therestaurant’s age-old tradition featuring a wideselection of fish and meat, regional dishes andmouth watering desserts. Closed on Sat and on Sunat lunch. €€. www.giannino.it. Via V. Pisani, 6.T: 02 66986998. M3 Repubblica. Map G2GIRARROSTO (AL)—An historic destination in theheart of Milan and a celebrity favourite. Musttrydishes include “penne” with Tuscan chickenlivers and Florentine tripe. Closed on Sat andon Sun at lunch. www.algirarrosto.com. CorsoVenezia, 31. T: 02 76000481. M1 Palestro, M3Montenapoleone. Map G4ISOLA DEI SAPORI—A good place to take a breakfrom shopping. It offers all the flavours of Sardiniawith fresh fish dishes and roast suckling pig (order inadvance). Closed on Sun and on Mon at lunch. €€€.www.ristoranteisoladeisapori.it. Via Anfossi, 10.T: 02 0254100708. Off MapMALAVOGLIA (I)—Typically Sicilian cuisine. A historicvenue and one of the first to be know for itsSouthern fare. House specialities include fresh fish,its famous pasta con le sarde (pasta with sardines)and its tempting cannoli and cassata. Closed on Mon42 WHERE MILAN I JANUARY 2011