The High Temple of Gourmet Food
by tpal
I love to cook...and, of course, eat. I knew before I went to Milan that one of the high points would be our visit to "da Peck". It was described in many ways but ultimately I understood it to be the "high temple of gourmet food". Located about a block from Piazza del Duomo on Via Victor Hugo, the building is a very stylish sandstone structure with somewhat art deco ornamentations but the real show is inside. Unfortunately, they do not permit photographs of the the displays or the interiors which is really a shame. The quality, preparation and presentation was just incredible. I wanted to try everything...which would have definitely destroyed the trade deficit. The prices are not for the faint of heart but this is truly a rare experience. The variety and beauty of the food can not be properly described.
We did have a a very nice lunch at Peck (properly not Peck's as I was informed by a taxi driver). We were able to pre-select our choices from the display cases prior to ordering and keep the cost reasonable. It was worth every euro.
All you need
by lina112
We went on July and it was very hot about 32 degrees, so all on our luggage was summer cloth, confortable shoes because you will walk a lot. If you go on winter well take all jumper, trousers, hats, etc is very very cold.
Viajamos en Julio en pleno verano y hacía mucha calor sobre 35 grados, así ke toda la ropa de verano que echamos a veces no era suficiente. Recomiendo los zapatos mas comodos que tengas porque te pasarás el día andando. Si viajas en invierno preparate a ir forrada de ropa, hace mucho frio. Photo Equipment: Your digital camera with a good memory stick or normal cameral with lots of films, because you will take a lots of photos believe me. I took nearly 200 photos.
Tu cámara digital con su correspondiente tarjeta o la cámara normal y muchos carretes porque harás mogollón de fotos. Yo hice casi 200.
Can't Afford Armani?
by Jetgirly about Corso Vittorio Emanuelle
All along Corso Vittorio Emanuelle you will find shops for people on tighter budgets. International names like H&M, Guess and Zara mix with lesser-known Italian brands and department stores like La Rinascente and UPIM.
There are spectacular sales in July and August, as well as the end of the winter season, plus great cafes and restaurants nearby.
Check these websites:
Zara
H and M
La Rinascente
Fiorucci
Guess Clothes! At H&M a summer dress is about €30, at Zara the price is closer to €50.
Go See The NAVIGLI in December!
by Krystynn
If you happen to be in Milan in the month of December, may I humbly recommend that you go to the NAVIGLI and join in the magical festive atmosphere. Be charmed by the torchlit canals snaking their way past revelers and Christmas shoppers as the city starts its countdown to Christmas Day.
Milan Metro
by Mikebond
The easiest and fastest way to move within Milan is undoubtfully the metro (or subway).
Milan metro system consists of three lines, two of which are formed by two branches:
- line 1 or Rossa ("Red") was the first to be built: its first strech was opened in 1964. Now, it connects the Sesto San Giovanni railway station (Sesto FS - 1° Maggio) to Bisceglie and, most important, to the new Fair in Rho (Rho Fiera), via Loreto (interchange with line 2), Duomo (interchange with line 3) and Cadorna (another interchange with line 2);
- line 2 or Verde ("Green") is the longest line: it connects Cologno and Gessate, North-East of Milan, to the South of the city (Abbiategrasso) via the railway stations of Lambrate, Centrale, Cadorna (interchange with line 1) and Porta Genova;
- line 3 or Gialla ("Yellow") connects the North-Western part of Milan to the South-Eastern part with important stops at Centrale (main railway station and interchange with line 2), Duomo and Rogoredo station.
Line 4 is planned and will travel eastwards to the Linate airport. Line 5 (see the official website) is under construction and will go from Garibaldi railway station northwards to Monza, in order to relieve congestion from line 1.
There are several tickets to move across Milan and they are valid on the metro, tram and bus lines. The basic 1-hour ticket costs 1 euro, but you may find it more convenient to buy a 24-hour ticket for 3.30 euro or a 48-hour one for 5.70 euro.
You can find a map and more information about the metro system here.
More information about the tram and bus lines, as well as timetables can be found on the official ATM website.
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