pippawilson's tips

A nice place, very "new york" where to have a coffee, a chocolate or a marron glacé. A good spot in the heart of Brera, the Fashion District of Milan.

Astonishing nature environment that you can join by boat or, more fun, on feet after a very beautiful hike among pine trees. Beware, paths are closed in summer. A paradise for freeclimbers.

This beach is one of the most beautiful places in the island of Menorca. Perfect if you go by boat, very enjoyable even by car. Not too far from Ciutadela. From this beach you can reach Cala Macarelleta.

A good spot near Centrale Station in Milan. A Slowfood restaurand where to enjoy an earthy meal, with a good wine choise and a great cheese selection. Just beware of Parmesan icecream.

A trendy spot in the heart of Greenwich Village. Good deals at lunch for student. Expect to cue for a table during evenings.

This Thai restaurant, not too far from the Navigli, is elegant, sophisticated, upscale and delectable. The decor is colonial, service impeccable, food amazing. In the menu spicy dishes are marked with red peppers. Two red peppers means very very hot. Three are for brave people only. A cocktail is offered upon arriving. Try the fish cooked in the banana leaves, delectable! The banana pudding is my favorite dessert. Toilets deserve a visit.

This place is a very good spot to have a lovely bento or sushi after visiting Frank Lloyd Wright houses in Oak Park.

The particularity of this restaurant is that you eat in a greenhouse. While the food is average, the decor is very pretty. It is also a good spot for gluten intolerant people because they make pizza for celiaci. Outside the greenhouse it is also possible to have an aperitivo among the plants. The place is also a garden center.

This is a Vegan restaurant and wine bar. The ambiance is alternative and warm, but service a bit rough. The food is tasty and they have a good selection of Italian regional wines. Occasionally a psychic makes tarot card reading for free to the customers. Vegan brunch on Sundays. Open until 12 am.

Dolceamaro Cioccolateria is known as the best patisserie in Orvieto. Chocolate cakes are simply divine and the chocolate almond delctable. The shop is ran by a young couple and they make special cakes for parties and marriages upon request.