Caffè-Vini Emilio Ranzini

Turin


Location scouts looking for a neighbourhood bar from Turin's midcentury glory days would jump on this little place. A crew of local shopkeepers, creatives and students frequently prop up its dark wooden bar and loll about the summer courtyard with wines by the glass, delicious sandwiches and small plates.


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