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 Liqueurs from all over the world |
Via Monferrato, 4 Turin 10131 Italy +39 11 819 0461 |
The quality of the choice here makes it an excellent place which satisfies even the most sophisticated demands. Surrounded by warm colored woods, visitors can indulge in a selection of liquors for all tastes. This wine shop also offers a wide choice of Italian wines, especially piedmontese wines, as well as French and Australian wine, such as red Grange. They also offer sophisticated gift packages, and, if you are feeling hungry, you can also order sandwiches made on the spot accompanied by a good glass of wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sweet temptations |
Piazza Carlo Felice, 50 Turin 10121 Italy +39 11 54 1992 |
Two minutes from Porta Nuova, the central station of Turin, this confectioners tempts anyone going on a journey to take with them some Torinese delicacy. The retailers of Prunotto Antonio liqueurs was set up in the same location in 1883, who also made the rich, external cornice and the precious plaster of the vault which still exists today. In 1926, Avvignano Silfredo, took over and began work on preparing the 'Confetteria Avvignano'. Nowadays, it feels as if nothing has changed since then. The plaster sign between the entrance and the window, which is made to look like bronze, has become the symbol of this prestigious place. The interior was done by Quaglino, the antiques dealer. The wooden counter, with green marble from the Alps, is decorated, as is the window furniture with festoons and strings with a variety of knots varnished in gold. Pure gold varnish and gilding is also used on the walls and ceiling. Avvignano sells the best makes of sweets, and is a great place to buy pralines, truffles and special chocolates with grappa. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A true gastronomic institution |
Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 62 Turin 10121 Italy +39 11 54 5582 |
More than a food shop, this is an instituition of typical Piedmontese cuisine. Baudracco is the place to taste local culinary delicacies, as it specialises in typical dishes of the region and offers a wide variety of home made cured meats and pastries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An ancient bakery |
Via Barbaroux, 5 Turin 10122 Italy |
This can be thought of as a veritable bread boutique, as all kinds of bread, in many different sizes and with many different flavors are to be found here. Located in the historic center of Turin, Bersano is one of the historic bakeries of the city, specializing in the craft of bread-stick making. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A variety of special blends |
Via Valprato, 68 Turin 10155 Italy +39 11 28 6954 http://www.caffealberto.it/ |
Opened in 1961 with Alfredo Alberto, this café has always distinguished itself by its continual search for quality. Its coffee beans come from the finest selection, and are carefully roasted to create an intense aroma and original taste. With the passing of time they have also created successful experiments, for the first time in Italy, giandujotto coffee is available, with spreadable gianguja cream and coffee beans covered in chocolate. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Piedmontese wines |
Via Andrea Doria, 7 Turin 10123 Italy +39 11 53 2038 http://www.casadelbarolo.it/ |
This is the kingdom of Piedmontese wine, where one can be assured of finding every local speciality. The Casa del Barolo specialised in Piedmontese wines such as the Barolo as well as Nebbiolo and Dolcetto. About 700 different bottles are available amongst a vast assortment of white wines which also come from other regions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From the beginning of the century |
Corso Moncalieri, 47 Turin 10133 Italy |
This is one of the oldest butchers in Turin, as it dates from the beginning of the century and is still very traditional. As well as being a feast for the eyes, anyone entering here will feel as if they are stepping back into the past, it is also a joy for the palate with its specialities based on oxen and hens. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh, dry, home made pasta |
Via Lagrange, 39 Turin 10123 Italy +39 11 54 2137 |
This pasta factory, founded in 1872 and taken over in 1934 by the Defilippis family, offers fresh and dry pasta which is made by them, without preservatives. The range of products on offer is vast, including ravioli like pasta filled with fondue and truffles, potato dumplings, lasagna and dry pasta in many colours and shapes which are extremely popular with visitors. Don't miss the 'agnolotti del plin' typical of Roero, so called because the pasta, which is extremely thin, is pinched. The 'plin' separates and seals the agnolotti and gives it its characteristic shape. The filling is a base of roast veal and pork, salted pork meat, spinach and cheese, and there is also an excellent version with fondue and truffles. They also sell inviting ready made food such as omelettes, savoury flans and stuffed vegetables. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Natural health foods |
Via Mazzini, 17/a Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 8 Turin 10123 Italy +39 11 83 5592 |
This shop offers a very wide range of foods, including organic herbs, natural foods, cosmetics, mud packs and anticellulite products, and vegtetarian food. Messegue is just one of the many brands sold here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Large supermarket |
Corso Turati, 75 Turin 10134 Italy +39 11 319 5916 |
GS is an enormous supermarket which specialises in frozen products of all types and brands. Furthermore, it has all the characteristics of the classic hypermarket. It has different sections, from food to household goods, to a butchers, and a delicatessen selling ham, cheese and pasta. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From starter to sweet |
Corso Sebastopoli, 161 Turin 10137 Italy +39 11 39 3488 |
The only difficulty here is deciding which of the many gastronomic products on offer you want to buy. In fact, if you don't know how to organise a successful lunch you can find everything that you need here. You can get all sorts of things, from starters, to pate, to stuffed vegetables and cold seasonal dishes. To round your banquet off in the best possible way there is also an excellent choice of wines from all over the world. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tradition and quality |
Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 88 Turin 10121 Italy +39 11 54 5422 |
The tradition of a historic cake shop never tires. Anyone with a sweet tooth will go wild here amongst pralines, fresh and dry pastries, chocolate, fruit and hazelnut cakes and sweet marron glacé in autumn. They have offered various types of chocolates since the 1940's; the house specialty is the gianduiotto cream cake with chocolate and cream. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cake shop in the greediest part of the city |
Via Lagrange, 34 Turin 10123 Italy +39 11 562 1942 |
The first official licence for 'ciocolaté' was given in Italy in 1678 by the royal madam Giovanna Battista to Gio Antonio Ari with 'the privilege to publicly sell chocolate as a drink and to be the first to introduce this to Turin'. This was the beginning of a story which would lead to Turin being considered as the capital of 'made in Italy' chocolate. Gertosio continues this tradition, in partnership with other chocolate masters, it has its own workshop where all the work is carried out, starting from the cocoa which is directly imported from Sri Lanka and South America to the finished product. More than 50 types of chocolate can be found here and they also sell excellent cakes, made from chocolate and fruit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: Jennifer Dickert |
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A delicacy before you leave |
Piazza Carlo Felice, 69 Turin 10123 Italy +39 11 54 7121 |
Since 1897, Giordano has been producing excellent chocolates, including gigantic gianduiotti and chocolate coffee beans amongst the most famous. Located two minutes from the Porta Nuova Station, this shop is ideal for anyone who wants to make a final purchase before leaving and take some of the delicacies which characterize the piedmontese confectionery tradition with them. Among the delights sold here are pralines, Sorrisi di Torino, Krumiri by Casale, Paste d'meia, Tartufi, Pastiglie Leone, Baci by Dama and fruit jellies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great-smelling bakery |
Piazza Statuto, 13 Turin, Turin 10122 Italy +39 (0)11 53 5246 |
If you want to try the real, traditional Piedmontese "grissini" you must visit this breadshop which produces the classic "rubata" which, contrary to popular belief, aren't thin and dry, but thick and soft. All in all, a real treat!! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The whisky temple |
Via San Francesco da Paola, 43 Turin 10123 Italy +39 011 836 050 |
The Bottigliere can be found in the vintner's area of Turin which extends from Porta Palazzo on the corner of Via Sant'Agostino to Via San Francesco da Paola. Young people choose to spend their evenings here drinking a glass of wine accompanied by various types of appetizers such as cured meats and cheeses. This place is famous for its variety of whiskey, almost 100 different types, which are appreciated by the experts who always know how to make the perfect choice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The chocolate lovers triangles |
Via Cagliari, 15a Turin 10153 Italy |
It is said that at the beginning of the 19th Century, a Piedmontese invented a cocoa pastry making machine that mixed it with sugar and vanilla to solidify the chocolate, which up until then had only been known as a drink. This was how chocolate bars, single chocolates and easter eggs began to be produced. In 1865, the successful union of exotic cocoa and round hazelnuts, became Gianduia which took its name from the Torinese mask and was the origins of chocolate production in the classic triangular shape, wrapped in golden or silver paper. Therefore, it is no coincidence that this Torinese workshop, faithful to tradition, offers all kinds of gianduiotti to its clientèle, including coffee flavors, mini ones called turinot, gianduia cream and easter eggs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Typical dairy shop |
Corso Re Umberto I, 56 Turin 10128 Italy +39 011 599 775 |
This dairy dates back to the 30's. Today it stays open by running a bar and icecream parlour. The history of the old dairy is visible in the building itself. It offers a good selection of cheeses, grissini and foccaccia bread. At the bar you should try the coffe and hot chocolate with whipped cream and the Galup and Virginia pannettone. The "chantrilly" and "malaga al moscato" icecreams must be tried. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Good quality fish |
Via Madama Cristina, 58 Turin 10125 Italy +39 11 669 8383 |
This shop is not just an ordinary fish shop. From the outside you can see how much importance is given to the presentation as well as the fish and crustaceans themselves. It is because of this that Lo Scoglio has a certain something that the others don't have. There are highly prized products available to customers, such as salmon and caviar. They also have a home delivery service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Traditional desserts |
Piazza San Carlo, 157 Turin 10123 Italy +39 11 54 5354 |
This bar-cake shop has been popular with the torinesi for years. Its speciality is tiny sweets in the shape of traditional, dry, fresh pastries. They are so good that they are sold in innumerable quantities, and their size constantly stimulates the appetite. The cake shop also makes delicious, savoury snacks, sandwiches and special pastries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World food delicatessen |
Piazza San Carlo, 196 Turin 10121 Italy +39 11 562 8462 |
This is the best delicatessen in Turin. Specialing in both Italian and foreign dishes, it is an unmissable opportunity for food lovers. Paissa is an ideal place for those who like Mexican tapas and American peanut butter as well as Italian lasagna. There is a a wide range of Italian and foreign wines including champagne, sparkling wines and distilled wines. An ample choice of unusual coffee blends are available for coffee lovers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An 1890 tavern |
Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 76 Turin 10121 Italy +39 11 54 4939 |
This is a rather unusual wineshop. In fact it used to be an ancient tavern, dating back to 1890, which was then transformed into a real wine "boutique". It specialises in limited production Piedmontese wines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cakes and biscuits |
Corso Regina Margherita, 157 Turin, Turin 10122 Italy +39 (0)11 4369 9936 |
This is one of Turin's historical cake shops, and has been run by the family for three generations. S.I.D.A. was founded in 1926, and specialises in typical Turin mignons, assorted pralines, and in sweet, but also savoury cakes. However, its true strong point is the "Bocon d'Or" (or "Golden Mouthful"), a cake made of almonds and hazelnuts which can be kept for a long time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A chocolate factory |
Corso Moncalieri, 47 Turin 10131 Italy +39 11 660 2202 |
The name of Peyrano is essential to the great tradition of the Turin chocolate makers. A dynasty which, despite great demand for its products, does not want to change the traditional way in which its chocolates are made in an old building beside the Po, opposite the Parco del Valentino. One can find more than sixty wonderful types of chocolates in its shops, including the unforgettable "giandujotti", an excellent chocolate from Turin which was invented back in 1865 by an alchemic mixture of chocolate and the round and "gentile" hazelnut of Piedmont. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Synonymous with Cuality Chocolates |
Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 76 Turin 10128 Italy |
In 1930, a confectioner of Bavarian origins, Gustavo Pfatisch, opened this shop after managing a workshop in Via San Secondo and in Via Sacchi. Since 1963, this shop has been owned by Peyrano, the famous chocolate making factory in Corso Moncalieri which has a retail outlet for all its best products. There is a range of products on sale for all tastes, with more than 60 kinds of chocolates, including alpines, gianduia, creams, summer milk chocolates filled with jelly and even chocolate cake and chocolate spread. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Little delicacies |
Via Pietro Micca, 9 Turin 10121 Italy +39 11 562 8683 |
Eventhough this shop is small in size, it is still possible to find every type of food imaginable. It will enable you to make a great impression on your dinner guests without having to lift a finger. Its cold meats (of which there are a number of choices) and pates are absolutely delicious. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Since 1886 |
Via Maria Vittoria 2 Turin 10123 Italy +39 11 54 6737 http://www.steffanone.com/ |
This ancient shop has more than one hundred years of experience behind it. It is almost difficult to find amongst the neon signs of all the shops which surround it. Steffanone opened in 1886, and has always distinguished itself by its high class gastronomy which has made its name famous in the city. It is also well-known for the services it offers, including home delivery and catering organisation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An institution since 1836 |
Piazza San Carlo, 191 Turin 10123 Italy +39 11 54 7920 http://www.stratta1836.it/ |
Stratta is a real institution amongst the cakeshops of Turin. More than one hundred and fifty years have passed since this laboratory was born. It was one of the major suppliers of the Royal Palace, and its techniques have remained unchanged through time. Now as then, it is practically impossible to resist the "Granny's sweets", the "marroni", the "turineis" and the original "gelatine drops". Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A nice break from shopping in Via Garibaldi |
Via Garibaldi, 33 Turin 10153 Italy +39 11 54 0468 |
This cakeshop has been here for several years. Once it was called Giordano, but eventually took the name of the Tamborini family. This shop demonstrates the richness and variety of cakes for which Turin is famous. In Turin the cakeshops are a kind of institution. You can find a wide range of cakes here. As well as the croissants filled with jam (cherry, apricot, and kiwi) there are many other varieties to try: chocolate "triestine", "veneziane", strudels (apple, pineapple and pear) and the classic "bignole". On the shelves you can see handmade panettoni, and an endless series of Piedmontese biscuits including, the Savoy "soffici" and the shop's speciality: "gemme Tamborini," classic amaretti with "gianduia" and rum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tea time |
Via Mazzini, 22 Turin 10123 Italy +39 11 817 0433 |
As the name leads you to understand, this unusual shop has everything you need for celebrating the tea ritual. A myriad of tea lies before you here, making the choice very difficult. There are over 100 types of loose teas, including green and aromatic teas coming from Sri Lanka, India, Japan and China. The Bell Helene mix is very unusual, being made of pear and caramel. There are also products from the most important English brands, such as Fortnum & Mason, Crabtree & Evelyn, and Taylor. As well as the tea, there are also jams, English biscuits, and Irish honey. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Trendy young things |
Via Sant'Agostino, 25 Turin 10122 Italy +39 (0)11 521 6027 http://www.3galli.com/ |
Spending a winter evening with friends in a Turin wine bar that also offers delicious snacks, has now become a must. The Tre Galli is always packed, it is difficult to find a table to sit down, and there is often a queue outside. It is cold, but the prospect of a good glass of wine warms the soul and makes the wait worthwhile. They have an extremely well stocked wine cellar, with more than 700 different kinds of wine, from red californina wines to african wines. There are also some vintage french wines for the connoisseurs which come from the Loire region. Wine tasting can be accompanied by cured meat appetisers, and main meals on request which can be chosen from a varied and inviting menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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