Genoa
Serves up tasty focaccia slices just a short stroll from the Stazione Principe. Great for grabbing a snack while waiting for your train.
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Riviera di Ponente
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Genoa
A landmark trattoria serving classic Genovese farinata (chickpea flour flatbread) in seasoned antique pans, alongside mouth-watering Genovese classics…
Genoa
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Genoa
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Vernazza
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Portofino
Wander a block from the harbour and pizzas can be procured for under €10. You can also enjoy dishes such as octopus salad, vongole (clams) and Genovese…
Genoa
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Santa Margherita Ligure
Busy pasticceria (pastry shop) and cafe populated by locals who pop in for panini (€4.50), bruschetta and seasonal tarts, and linger with an espresso.
Riviera di Ponente
Fancily done dishes with an emphasis on seafood and fresh Ligurian herbs and vegetables.
Genoa
The city has a huge number of rosticerria, delis serving prepared dishes that can be taken home or to a picnic, or heated up for you there and eaten at a…
Antico Caffè Pasticceria Balzola
Riviera di Ponente
High-kitsch pasticceria (pastry shop) selling Ligurian specialities, one of many in this seaside town.
