Gourmet products local specialties and wines Naples

Sogni di latte, "Dreams of milk", a name that suits this temple of cheese perfectly! Ripened and semi-ripened, hard, soft or blue-veined cheeses, mozzarella and ricotte, products made from cow's, sheep's or buffalo milk, the brand offers a rich variety of Italian, but also French and English cheeses. Numerous advices for the consumption and for the most successful accompaniment, with wine or beer. Tastings are organized, sometimes suggesting curious associations: cheese and chocolate, cheese and coffee, cheese and vermouth...

In this pastry shop, which is also a bar, you can discover the traditional taralli "nzogna e pepe " - lard and pepper - those delicious twisted biscuits that, even in the last century, were sold in the streets of Naples by the tarallari, travelling merchants. The brand also offers a range of traditional Italian biscuits and pastries such as babà or sfogliatella, to take away or to eat on the spot. Other outlets in the historic centre, in Spaccanapoli and Via Toledo, as well as in the Vomero district.

The shop is entirely dedicated to the brand created in Benevento in 1860 by the Alberti family. Strega means "witch" in Italian and recalls an ancient legend that made Benevento a gathering place for the witches' Sabbath. The Strega liqueur is obtained by distilling seventy herbs and spices from all over the world, including saffron, and Alberti desserts. Their speciality: nougat, with almonds, lemon or chocolate, but also cakes such as panettone and filled chocolates.

Since 1954, Chalet Ciro has been an obligatory stopover for Neapolitans strolling along the waterfront. It is one of the most famous glaciers in the city, facing the marina of Mergellina, and a stone's throw from the funicular station. A beautiful terrace in the shade of large parasols, very popular in the summer, you may need to be patient if you wish to settle down. The house also offers pastries and antipasti at aperitivo time to accompany your drink.