Pistacchiodo Gelataria Monza, Lombardy

Reading my posts you would probably think I spend all my time in the Ice Cream parlour, but I promise this isn't the case?! It's just an occasional vice instead of eating things chocolate bars or other bad food that is dumped in front of you at the checkout in the UK or US.
Monza has the number one Gelataria in Lombardy in my opinion, 'Pistacchiodo' I think is correct? is a few hundred yards away from Corso Milano near the main train station in Piazza Indipendenza.

The Gelataria does a great choice of flavours, along with desserts and lolly pops!! Love it.
Inside is really clean and tidy, and the staff are always fantastic and it's very reasonably priced.

Pistacchiodo, Deserts. Monza

Marchesi. A great cafe in Milano

In past posts I have mentioned a few coffee houses around the City, and Marchesi is another one which is more than worth a mention.
Marchesi is a very traditional Pasticceria based within walking distance of Duomo on the junction of Corso Magenta. Marchesi has been in existance since 1824 and has an Italian resemblance to the UK Tea rooms of Betty's in York and Harrogate.
The interior still has the original dark wood fittings, and the staff wear the demure traditional uniforms 'the coffee is to die for' it has a warm atmosphere, and is exceptionally well priced. The prices are around 4.50 - 4.80 euro for two coffees and two brioche.

If you enjoy savoring the traditional Italian experience, Marchesi is certainly worth a visit.