EntertainmentA Flight MuseumHistoric aircraft, flight simulators, a fantastic play area for children, a fun store offering loads of flight-themedobjects and a brand new “Flight Café” where visitors can recharge their batteries in a warm, welcomingatmosphere. If you’re crazy about aeroplanes then don’t miss the chance to visit Volandia, a flight park andmuseum displaying the jewels of Italian and international aviation, close to Malpensa airport (45 minutesfrom <strong>Milan</strong> centre). From Wed to Sun, from 10am to 6pm.www.volandia.it. Via per Tornavento, 15. Somma Lombardo (Varese). T: 0331 230642For more detailed listings, please seewww.wheretraveler.comAperitivoBAR STRAF—The street bar of the Straf design hotel inthe heart of <strong>Milan</strong>. The bar echoes the basic materialsused inside the hotel, such as concrete walls andfloors, although here the interior designer VincenzoDe Cotiis has created a sort of spatial overwriting byusing a hyper-decorative style. Eclectic happy hour,often with DJ set and live music, from 6pm. Openevery day from 9am to midnight. www.straf.it. Via SanRaffaele, 3. T: 02 80508715. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F5BIFFI IN GALLERIA—Founded in 1867 by Pastry chefto His Majesty, Paolo Biffi, this is one of <strong>Milan</strong>’s oldestcafés situated in the heart of the Galleria VittorioEmanuele, just a stone’s throw from the Duomo.Patronized by industry magnates, politicians andmembers of <strong>Milan</strong>’s high society, it also servessophisticated aperitivi. Mon-Sun 2pm-11pm. www.biffigalleria.it. Via U. Foscolo, 3. T: 02 8057961. M1-M3Duomo. Map F5CAFFÈ DELLA PUSTERLA—Open daily for breakfast,lunch or afternoon tea. It offers a rich buffet of sweetand savoury snacks. From 6.30pm. Free wirelessconnection. Via E. De Amicis, 22. T: 02 89402146.M2 Sant’Ambrogio. Map D5CONTI CAFÉ—This small cosy café-restaurant islocated in the courtyard of a prestigious locationin via Montenapoleone. Here you can taste andpurchase not only confetti (sugared almonds),cakes, chocolates and tea and coffee blendsbut also raw fish, caviar and Mediterranean-stylepasta wishes. Open Mon-Sun 8am-11pm. ViaMontenapoleone, 19. T: 02 76394934. M1 San Babila,M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4COVA—Founded in 1817, by none other than one ofNapoleon’s soldiers. Thanks to its strategic position,in the heart of the Quadrilatero della moda, thisvenue is a true <strong>Milan</strong>ese classic. Established asa pasticceria, it also offers a house aperitivo: aninfusion of herbs and flowers based on a secretrecipe. Open from 7.30am to 8.30pm. www.pasticceriacova.com. Via Montenapoleone, 8.T: 02 76005599. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4DESEO—This elegant, crowded lounge-restaurantis situated just a few metres from the Arco dellaPace. Boasting a sophisticated setting, it offersdelicious cocktails and a rich buffet. It alsohas a small tobacconist’s counter for the joyof smokers. Aperitivo from 5.30pm to 9.30pm.Corso Sempione, 2. T: 02 315164. Map D3EL TOMBON DE SAN MARC—This historic<strong>Milan</strong>ese establishment was opened in 1963,in the picturesque Brera district. A restaurantand American bar, it serves typical <strong>Milan</strong>esefare until 11.30pm. Live music on Thurs, Friand Sat. Aperitivo served from 6.30pm. Via<strong>WHERE</strong> WAS FOUNDED IN 1936 in Detroit to provide information on the city to executives travelling in the heyday of the auto industry’s expansion.50 <strong>WHERE</strong> MILAN I JANUARY 2011
EntertainmentGuidelinesThis directory, grouped by category, is a list ofestablishments recommended by the editorsof <strong>Where</strong> Magazine and includes regularadvertisers.MAP LOCATIONSNote that references in BOLD at the endof each listing (A1, B5 etc) refer to thecoordinates on the street maps on pages62-63.INFORMATIONSeveral venues offering food are included inthis section. These are considered as meetingplaces rather than gourmet addresses andthus explain our decision to list them hererather than under Dining. Most major theatreproductions are listed here, together with alist of other entertainment. Since programmetimes are subject to change (often on a dailybasis) it is impossible to list all of them here.We therefore suggest that you doublecheckdetails regarding specific programmetimes. Major events can be found in the“<strong>Where</strong> Now” section. Open-air markets arean excellent opportunity not only to makepurchases but also to acquaint visitors withthe folklore of the city or indulge in VIPwatching. For this reason, we have listed themhere rather than under “Shopping”. All detailsare correct at the time of going to press buttimes can, and do, change. Always ask yourconcierge to double-check all details.San Marco, 20. T: 02 6599507. M2 Moscova, M3Turati. Map F3FASHION CAFÉ—An architectural project based ona “home experience”, but also a hot favourite withindustrial magnates, models and young upmarket<strong>Milan</strong>ese trend-setters. Open from 9am to 3pm.Aperitivo from 6.30pm to 9.30pm. After dinner dj seton Thurs and Sun. www.fashioncafe.it. Via San Marco,1. T: 02 6572021. M2 Lanza. Map F3GIN ROSA—One of the oldest and most historicvenues in <strong>Milan</strong> where tradition stands forhigh-class service, a vast assortment of drinks (inparticular wines and whiskies) and a sophisticatedenvironment. When aperitivo time comes around, itoffers a selection of fine wines and the famous GinRosa cocktail. www.gin-rosa.it. Galleria San Babila, 4/B.T: 02 794802. M1 San Babila. Map G4GLOBE—An elegant lounge bar and restaurant witha panoramic terrace on the 8th floor of Coin, one ofthe city’s best-stocked and trendiest departmentstores. The aperitivo comes with a rustic buffet inccold cuts and cheeses but also platters of select rawfish and upmarket wines. From 6.30pm to 9.30pmevery day (Mondays till 9pm). www.globeinmilano.it.Piazza Cinque Giornate, 1. T: 02 55181969. Map H5LE BICICLETTE—A trendy bar-restaurant combo inthe Navigli area, inspired by the world of bicycles. Amodern, minimalist ambience and a meeting placefor fashion and design personalities. Also organizesfirst-rate cocktail events and art exhibitions. Opendaily 8pm-midnight. Happy hour 6pm-9.30pm.www.lebiciclette.com. Via Torti corner of corsoGenova. T: 02 8394177. M2 Sant’Ambrogio. Map D6METROPOLIS—Lounge-bar & Restaurant, ameeting place for friends and business associatesand the ideal place to relax and have an aperitivoafter work. Just a short distance from theStazione Centrale. From 6.30pm to 9.30pm. www.cafemetropolis.it. Via V. Pisani, 5. T: 02 67171746. M3Repubblica. Map G2PASTICCERIA BIFFI—A pasticceria establishedin 1847, its name is linked to the invention of“panettone”, the famous <strong>Milan</strong>ese Christmascake, exported throughout the world. A tasteof old <strong>Milan</strong>: quality and impeccable service. Inthe late afternoon, it serves traditional aperitiviaccompanied by a buffet. Open every day from6.30am to 8.30pm. www.biffipasticceria.it. CorsoMagenta, 87. T: 02 48006702. Map C5REFEEL—Located in the elegant, historically richPorta Romana area, Refeel offers its clientele arelaxed, low-key ambience and is the perfectplace to gossip over a Gin Fizz cocktail. Differentatmospheres for different times of the day.The kitchen is open every day from 10am. Jazzevenings on Tuesdays. Aperitivo from 6.30pm to9.30pm. www.refeel.it. Viale Sabotino, 20.T: 02 58324227. M3 Porta Romana. Map H7ROIALTO—A spacious, elegant bar-restaurant,distinguished by several buffets counters and awide selection of cocktails. Aperitivo from 6pm to10am. Closed on Mon. www.roialtogroup.it. Via P.della Francesca, 55. T: 02 34936616. Map B1SANT’AMBROEUS— A traditional meeting place,since 1936, just a few steps away from theTeatro alla Scala. The aperitivo spread includesinternational cocktails and delicious appetizersbased on the theme of the day: oysters, salmonor Parma ham. Open Tues-Sun 7.30am-8.30pm.Aperitivo from 5.30pm to 20.30pm. Closed onMon. www.santambroeusmilano.it. Corso G.Matteotti, 7. T: 02 76000540. M1 San Babila. Map G4TRUSSARDI CAFÉ—Located on the ground floorof Palazzo Trussardi in Piazza della Scala and runby the chef, Andrea Berton, this is the ideal placefor those more relaxed moments. Complete withan outdoor area and a vertical garden, it providesan eco-sustainable backdrop for trendy aperitivi.Open Mon-Fri 7.30am-11pm; Sat noon-11pm. www.trussardi.it/trussardi_cafe. Piazza della Scala, 5.T: 02 80688295. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F5ZUCCA—Zucca in the Galleria Vittorio EmanueleII is much more than just a historic café, it is aninstitution. After performances at La Scala, Verdiand Toscanini were known to stop here for anightcap. Today, it still offers a great aperitivo. Anexperience well worth trying. www.caffemiani.it. Piazza del Duomo, 21. T: 02 86464435. M1-M3Duomo. Map F5BrunchCIRCLE—This “lounge & restaurant” is situated in theheart of the design district, in the Tortona area, atthe Diesel Headquarters. Trendy and innovative,it is open from 7.30 in the morning to 2 at night.There is always music, with great food. Brunch onSaturdays noon to 4pm. Closed on Sunday. www.circlemilano.com. Via E. Stendhal, 36. T: 02 42293745.M2 Sant’Agostino. Map B7<strong>Milan</strong>ese“Happy Hour”<strong>Milan</strong> is the home of the Aperitivo andHappy Hour in the city is most definitely aritual which no <strong>Milan</strong>ese worth his/her saltis prepared to forego. The Aperitivo, thebeloved <strong>Milan</strong>ese tradition of pre-dinnerdrinks, is accompanied by complimentary“stuzzichini” and an all-you-can-eat buffet.Spreads range from traditional olives, nuts.cheeses and potato chips to awesomepasta dishes, bruschetta, cold cuts, crudités,raw fish and fruit salads. Generally, lastingfor 3 hours from 6 to 9pm (though mostpeople rarely get there until 7pm), theaperitivo scene has become an eveningmeeting for people of all ages. Cocktails –alcoholic or not – are expertly mixed and a“Negroni”, “Negroni sbagliato” (a deliciousmix of prosecco, red vermouth and Aperolinstead of gin) or a “Spritz” are <strong>Milan</strong>esespecialities.Drink prices range from about €7-10although several of the more luxe, upmarketplaces might ask as much as €15. A greatway of relaxing at the end of a long day andthe perfect opportunity to enjoy a fabulouscocktail paired with good food at affordableprices.DESEO—Just a short distance from the Arco dellaPace, an elegant, people-filled lounge-restaurantwith a good vibe. There is also a small tobacconist’sfor the joy of smokers. Sunday brunch from noon to3.30pm. Corso Sempione, 2. T: 02 315164. Map D3GLOBE—Sophisticated lounge bar and restaurant witha panoramic terrace on the eighth floor of Coin, oneof the best-stocked and trendiest department storesin the city. Its Sunday brunch, served from noon to4pm, offers an array of Mediterranean specialities.Reservations advisable. www.globeinmilano.it. PiazzaCinque Giornate, 1. T: 02 55181969. Map H5H CLUB DIANA—Bar-foyer of the hotel Sheraton DianaMajestic, renowned for its Sunday brunch and itshappy hour which goes on until 10pm. Open dailyfrom 10am to 1am. Live Dj on Tuesday, Wednesdayand Thursday evenings. www.sheraton.com/www.wheretraveler.com 51
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