Mangiari di Strada in Milano
Walking down the charming streets of Milano surrounded by majestic architecture and high-end fashion boutiques can be as breathtaking as it is tiring! And what other way to recharge yourself than trying the renowned Italian food fresh from local restaurants?
Italian street food might not be as known as the traditional food that the country prides on, however, there are plenty of unique flavours and combinations that might just surprise you! It is also true that Milano is Italy’s most multi-cultural city and this has influenced the flavours of the local food with the delightful addition of global cuisines, especially when it comes to street food. Nevertheless, there are still hidden gems around the city that serve authentic Italian street food and this blog will show you two of the best options: Mangiari di Strada and TRAMLab.
Mangiari di Strada is the heart of Italian street food in Milano. The moment you step in Via Lorenteggio, you will find yourself surrounded in a paradise of aromas. In fact, the restaurant boasts legendary dishes such as u pani c’a meusa maritato (spleen meat sandwich – invented over 1100 years ago), bombette and torcinelli di Alberobello (grilled meat on a stick), arrosticini abruzzesi (grilled Italian-style lamb skewers), fritto di carciofi (fried breaded artichokes), pastrami (seasoned smoked beef), cannolo siciliano and so more. Moreover, if you happen to meet Chef Giuseppe Zen, you will be absolutely delighted by his passion for food and fresh ingredients! In fact, Mangiari di Strada is known for its biological ingredients that come from some of the best local businesses in the area. Italian street food might still have a long way to go to cement itself as a representation of the country globally, however, Mangiari di Strada is all the proof needed to show that the unique and raw blends of flavors are an extraordinary culinary journey that cannot be find elsewhere.
If you are looking for something more light and less fried and heavy, then we cannot exclude a classic of Italian street food, the tramezzino veneziano and TRAMLab is the perfect place for you to try it! From traditional local tramezzini to a combination of global flavours, this place has it all. TRAMLab offers fresh and home-made ingredients and flavours from all around Italy thus creating a perfect blend of traditional cuisine with modern tastes. Although when we talk about street food a tramezzino is not among the first choices, this delicious food might just be the perfect way to take a break after your exciting activities and to prepare for your next schedule.
When visiting Italy, especially Milano, trying the local food is definitely a must and Italian street food is the perfect way to showcase the country’s unique and strong flavours that have been part of the cuisine for years and years. From places like Mangiari di Strada that combine Italy’s most rich street food into a sensational blend of tastes to more refreshing and light snacks like TEAMLab’s famous Venetian tramezzini. Come on a delicious culinary journey through Milano’s best street food!
Written by: Gurleen Kaur