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Entertainmentdianamajestic. Viale Piave, 42. T: 02 20581. M1 PortaVenezia. Map H3JAZZ CAFÉ—A chic trendy location offering aneclectic cuisine and elegant entertainment, in aninformal, friendly atmosphere. Its brunch is servedon Saturdays and Sundays from 11.30am to 3pm.www.ristorantejazzcafe.com. Corso Sempione, 8.T: 02 33604039. Map D2METROPOLIS—A meeting place for the metropolitantribe and business people. Brunch is served onSaturdays and Sundays from 12.30am to 3pm. Justa short distance from the Stazione Centrale. www.cafemetropolis.it. Via V. Pisani, 5. T: 02 67171746. M3Repubblica. Map G2PANDENUS—In one of the city’s trendiest, multiethnicareas, even a bakery can become a fun, cityfavourite. Its name in dialect means “nut bread”. Aparadise of Italian treats, including pizzas, focacciaand freshly baked cakes and brioches, to be boughtor eaten on the spot. A “not-to-be-missed” brunch isserved on the weekend from noon to 4pm. Informalaperitivo every day from 6pm to 9.30pm. www.pandenus.it. Via A. Tadino, 15. T: 02 29528016. M1Porta Venezia. Map H2REFEEL—Located in the elegant, historically rich PortaRomana area, Refeel is an excellent combinationof elegance and vitality. Different atmospheres fordifferent times of the day. The kitchen is open everyday from 10am. Jazz evenings on Tuesdays. Brunchis served on Saturdays and Sundays from noon to4pm. www.refeel.it. Viale Sabotino, 20. T: 02 58324227.M3 Porta Romana. Map H7TRIENNALE DESIGN CAFÉ—Set against the backdropof one of the most important museums in the city, itoffers a traditionally American-style brunch. Elegantthough informal, it is also suitable for children. Atrendy bar and an exclusive restaurant resultingfrom the expertise of the chef Carlo Cracco and thearchitect Michele De Lucchi. Brunch on Sun from11.45am to 4.30pm. Viale Alemagna, 6. T: 02 875441.M1-M2 Cadorna. Map D4Casino & GamblingCASINO DI LUGANO—The third largest Swissfinancial market and an important tourist hub,Lugano is home to the famous casino nestlingon the banks of Lake Lugano. Defined as a “playboutique” on account of its stylish, alluringatmosphere, it operates an all games casino foran unlimited number of tables and slot machines.Restaurant with panoramic terrace, offering aspecial business lunch menu during the day.Open Sun-Thurs 12am-4am. Fri-Sat 12am–5am.www.casinolugano.ch. Via Stauffacher, 1 - Lugano(Switzerland). T:0041.91.9737111. About 70km fromMilan. Off MapCASINO DI SAINT VINCENT—The small town ofSaint Vincent, home to the famous casino since1947, is set within the magnificent mountainousregion of the Valle d’Aosta, a well-known touristdestination for weekends and holiday breaks. Inaddition to all the main games, it also offers a richevents calendar. Open Mon-Thurs 7pm-10.30pm;Fri and Sun 7pm-12am; Sat 7pm-1am. www.casinodelavallee.it. via I. Mus, 1 - Saint-Vincent(Aosta). T:0166.5221. Off MapCASINO MUNICIPALE DI CAMPIONE D’ITALIA—Though existing outside of its fatherland, this tinypiece of Italian soil, located in Switzerland, is hometo Europe’s largest Casino and can be reached in justunder an hour from the centre of Milan. Its beautifulnew headquarters, designed by the architectMario Botta, are set within an elegant, internationalambience. The casino offers roulette, chemin de fer,baccarat, black jack, poker and slot machines. It alsohas two in-house restaurants. Open Sun 10.30pm-5am; Mon-Thurs 11.30pm-5am; Fri 11.30pm-6am; Sat10.30pm-6am. www.casinocampione.it. PiazzaleMilano, 2 - Campione d’Italia (CO). T:00800.80077700(free phone). About 70km from Milan. Off MapWINCITY—A “not-to-be-missed” opportunity forthose who love gambling and betting: the newconcept Wincity is a 900 sq.m location that offerssome hundred different games including the latestgeneration slot machines, video lotteries and anautomatic roulette system but also tasting eventswith live music. This entertainment venue housesa restaurant serving typical Italian cuisine and alounge bar. An innovative touch is the presence of aPersonal Player to assist customers and outline playprocedures and methods. Smokers’ area available.www.sisalwincity.it. Torre Martini, piazza Diaz, 7. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F5Concert Venues & Theatres10 CORSO COMO CAFÉ—Lounge bar (with adjoiningrestaurant) located inside a vast complex dedicatedto shopping and entertainment (art, fashionand design) founded in 1990 by the publisherand gallerist Carla Sozzani. Open Mon 6pm-1am;Tues-Fri 12pm-1am; Sat 11pm-2am; Sun 11pm-1am.www.10corsocomo.com. Corso Como, 10.T: 02 29013581. M2 Garibaldi FS. Map F1ALCATRAZ—Formerly an old car repair shop, thismulti-functional venue, extending over some 3,000sq.m., hosts international pop and rock concertsbut is also used as a facility for gala dinners, fashionshows and dance in the discotheque area. www.alcatrazmilano.com. Via Valtellina, 25. T: 02 69016352.M3 Maciachini. Off MapANTEO SPAZIOCINEMA—An historic Milanese venue(currently a multiplex cinema) and a favourite hauntof “auteur” film aficionados, it hosts festivals, outdoorscreenings in summer, retrospectives, seminarsand original language screenings. Other on-sitefacilities include the Osteria del Cinema restaurantand wine bar open throughout the year. www.spaziocinema.info. Via Milazzo, 9. T: 02 6597732. M2Moscova. Map F2AUDITORIUM DI MILANO FONDAZIONE CARIPLO—Inaugurated in October, 1999, the Auditorium is oneof Milan’s premier concert halls (boasting a seatingcapacity of 1,400) and home to the Giuseppe VerdiSymphonic Orchestra and Milan Chorus. It alsoacts as a venue for visiting international jazz acts,symphony concerts and chamber music. www.laverdi.org. Largo G. Mahler. T: 02 83389401. Off MapBLUE NOTE—A branch of the famous New York,Tokyo and Nagoya venues, this is the new temple ofMilanese jazz and features world-class performersand big-names on the International music scene.True to tradition, it hosts two shows a night (at 9pmand 11.30pm, with dining option). Tickets only validfor one show. www.bluenotemilano.it. Via P. Borsieri,37. T: 02 69016888. M3 Zara. Off MapGIUSEPPE VERDI MUSIC CONSERVATORY—Foundedin 1808, this Conservatory is another of Milan’s mostillustrious venues for classical concerts and alsooffers a wide range of courses and cultural activities(masterclasses, seminars, performances, etc.). Manyfamous Italian musicians studied here – althoughoddly enough, the young Giuseppe Verdi wasrejected. There are two concert halls: the smaller SalaPuccini for chamber music and the bigger Sala Verdifor symphonic and choral music. www.consmilano.it.Via Conservatorio, 12. T: 02 7621101.M1 San Babila. Map H5PICCOLO TEATRO DI MILANO/TEATRO STREHLER—Founded in 1947 by director, Giorgio Strehler andimpresario, Paolo Grassi, it was the first Italian TheatreCompany to offer a “mixed” repertoire (internationaland Italian). Over the past 60 years it has producedover 280 performances by playwrights of the calibreof Shakespeare, Goldoni, Brecht, Cechov, Pirandelloand Goethe. www.piccoloteatro.org. Largo M.Greppi, 1. T:848.800.304. T: 02 42411889.M2 Lanza. Map E3SALUMERIA DELLA MUSICA (LA)—This old industrialwarehouse was listed among the 100 best jazzclubs in the world by the prestigious Americanmagazine, Down Beat. Over the years, it has hostedinternational star performers like Norah Jones andPat Metheny, but also rock, pop and soul concertsand cabaret acts. www.lasalumeriadellamusica.com.Via A. Pasinetti, 2. T: 02 56807350. Off MapSCIMMIE—An historic concert venue in the NaviglioPavese district. Though formerly only catering tojazz, it now also offers a variety of concerts featuringdifferent types of musical genres performed byemerging Italian talents or famous International stars.Drinks are available at the bar and club restaurant. Italso has an outdoor space in summer. www.scimmie.it. Via A. Sforza, 49. T: 02 89402874. Off MapTAM/TEATRO DEGLI ARCIMBOLDI—Inauguratedin 2002, for three years it acted as Milan’s mainopera venue while the historic Teatro alla Scalawas being restored and restructured. Boasting aseating capacity of 2,400, it currently hosts a varietyof concerts ranging from classical music to rock andpop but also festivals, performances and TV shows.www.teatroarcimboldi.it. Viale dell’Innovazione, 1.T: 02 641142200. Off MapTEATRO ALLA SCALA—For over two centures, ahallowed temple of Milanese music and opera.Designed by Giuseppe Piermarini and inauguratedin 1778, it was recently totally refurbished underthe supervision of the renowned architect, MarioBotta. Today the theatre is recognized as one ofthe leading opera and ballet theatres in the worldand offers seasonal events including choral andorchestral works. Out-of-season events are also oftenorganized by private institutions and foundations.www.teatroallascala.org. Piazza della Scala (TicketOffice Via Filodrammatici, 2). T: 02 88791. M1-M3Duomo. Map F4TEATRO DAL VERME—Inaugurated in 1872, itwas formerly primarily used for plays and operaperformances. Recently refurbished and restructured(its auditorium boasts a seating capacity of 1,436) itnow belongs to the Municipality and the Province52 WHERE MILAN I JANUARY 2011