Interview

14 hours in Milan with Giorgio Bargiani

Bartender in a suit pouring a drink from a height at an elegant bar.

The Assistant Director of Mixology at London's famed Connaught Bar takes us on a tour across Milan, from morning to night.

Café 'Ditta Artigianale' in Milan with a marble counter, pastry display, and a barista preparing coffee.

8am: breakfast at Ditta Artigianale

A newly opened place which is already well established in Florence. Here, the deep knowledge for coffee meets delicious bakes and a wide international food selection in a very cool setting.

Interior of Moebius Milano, featuring a prominent indoor tree visible through glass walls, and backlit shelves displaying numerous bottles.

12pm: lunch at Moebius

A stunning place featuring a fine dining restaurant and a world renowned bar. Head here for not only food and drinks, but also the very extensive vinyl selection.

Interior view of Camparino in Galleria in Milan, Italy, showing bartenders preparing drinks behind a wooden bar with a marble countertop and mirrored backdrop displaying bottles of Campari

3.30pm: aperitivo at Camparino

Timeless Italian charm and celebration of aperitivo in one of the most iconic locations in Milan, just by the Duomo.

Exterior view of Palinurobar with a bright red neon sign in Milan

6pm: dinner and wine at Palinuro bar

Small neighbourhood bar with an amazing wine selection, great bar snacks and a very unique retro vibe.

Evening view of the Mandarin Garden at Mandarin Oriental, Milan, featuring outdoor seating, diners, lush greenery, and illuminated tables

8pm: martini at Mandarin Garden at Mandarin Oriental

A truly magical place where you can enjoy the most elegant cold martini.

Interior view of Margarita Rita in London, featuring a long bar with numerous bottles, hanging plants, and eclectic decor with blue seating.

10pm: nightcap at Rita’s Tiki Room

A place that can truly transport you to a tropical paradise, with drinks delectably executed and reflecting the exotic style of the Tiki aesthetic.

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