Venchi

Centro Storico


Forget fancy flavours and experimental combinations, Venchi is all about the unadulterated enjoyment of chocolate. The wall shelves and counter displays feature myriad beautifully wrapped delicacies, from pralines to chilli chocolate bars, culminating in an assortment of decadent choc-based gelati. In peak times expect queues out of the door.


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