If you want to indulge in traditional Piedmontese dishes while dining among the locals in a relaxed atmosphere, visit Ristorante Da Mauro and Pastificio Defilippis for the best agnolotti and Ristorante Consorzio for the financial Stew. Trattoria Bar Coco’s is another unassuming local favorite, where traditional dishes like Vitello Tonnato and pasta and fagioli are the stars. One of the most popular restaurants in Turin is Scannabue, renowned Bib Gourmand in the Michelin guide for its high quality ingredients and good value for money. Come for lunch, order anything and you will surely get what you pay for.
For a less traditional dining experience, head to Magazzino 52, a wine shop and restaurant that serves innovative interpretations of traditional Piedmontese dishes. As it’s a small space and a relatively scenic spot for Turin, it’s best to book ahead. If you prefer a quick lunch, as opposed to a sit-down restaurant, visit the beloved Perino Vesco bakery for pizza and focaccia or Pastificio Baretti di Ugazio Giovanni, a pasta shop, serving a wide variety of traditional Piedmontese pasta dishes , which you can select at the counter and eat there. When you’re ready for dessert, you’re in luck; Piedmont is the Italian leader in chocolate production and Baratti & Milano is the oldest and best confectionery to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Museo Casa Mollino, Italian architect Carlo Mollino’s former apartment on the first floor of Villa Avondo, regularly draws the fashion crowd from Milan to Turin for a day trip. The apartment features all of the original furnishings designed and chosen by the celebrated mid-century designer and has been fitted out to reflect its original setting, providing a comprehensive insight into Mollino’s professional and creative vision.
Inside the Casa Mollino museum. Courtesy of Turismo Turino
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