Italy Guide
Piemonte and Valle d'Aosta
Snacks, takeaways and ice cream
1 Brek Piazza Carlo Felice 22 and Via Santa Teresa 23 (Piazza Solferino). Part of a national chain of slick, high-quality self-service joints, with tables outside in summer. Price: Main courses start at €5 Opening time: Daily
2 Exki Via XX Settembre 12 and Via Pietro Micca 2. Natural, fresh and organic is the philosophy of this snack bar. Sandwiches, soups and drinks to eat in or take away Opening time: Closed Sun
3 Frullateria Piazza Castello 44 Very central lunchtime option, with sandwiches and an array of fresh local and tropical fruits, ready for the liquidizer Opening time: Closed Sun
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Grom Piazza Paleocapa 1/D and Via Accademia delle Scienze 4 This organic gelateria has taken over the market with its vibrant all-natural flavours that are simply unforgettable. Look for the queue out into the square. Go for the unique crema di Grom, with cornmeal biscuit bits and dark chocolate chips, or check out the flavours of the month.
5 Guido Gobino Via Lagrange 1 and Via Cagliari 15/B Though something of a newcomer, Maestro Gobino has quickly conquered Turin with his extraordinary confections. Opening time: Tues– Sun 10am–8pm, Mon 3–8pm