I’m crazy about the gluten-free, nut-intensive little pastries sitting temptingly in a jewelbox case at the front of Lulu’s – both the Octagon and “old” Lulu’s. Sensuous, fresh-baked, these artisanal gems offer delicious ways of enjoying some elegant bite of pastry with your macchiato, and yet leave gluten far behind.
Topped with walnuts or almonds, each is based upon heirloom recipes and made to enlighten your tastebuds.
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Another terrific dining spot—also a great bar scene—next to La Scala and around the corner from my hotel in Milan was the Trussardi Cafe, downstairs from the more formal Michelin spot.
Airy and accessible, the Cafe was always open for espresso, wine and meals—small and large.
One lunch there was memorable for its lovely creation involving halibut on a bed of shaved asparagus, with a luscious asparagus puree over the top.
As beautiful as any of the dishes was the basket of bread (above) that arrived along with my balloon of dark Sicilian wine. Housemade crackers, two or three varieties, a soft white roll and crunchy breadsticks all made waiting for the main course a lovely event all unto itself.
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