Antica Confetteria Romanengo

Genoa

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Antica Confetteria Romanengo

As you step inside this charming little shop in the heart of Genoa's historical centre, you’ll be transported back in time, as the interior has been preserved exactly as it was when it first opened its doors in 1780. Since then, Antica Confetteria Romanengo has been producing some of the most sophisticated sweets you'll ever taste. Its speciality is candied fruits, chocolates, sugared almonds, fondants, several kinds of jam and fruit syrups, but they also offer seasonal products like panettone and Easter eggs. Everything is made using old recipes and methods and with only the best local ingredients. If you're ever in Genoa, Antica Confetteria Romanengo is definitely worth a visit. This shop is not just a landmark of the city, but a true testament to the art of candy-making.

Shopping

Genoa offers a diverse range of shopping options, catering to different budgets and preferences. The heart of the city, Via XX Settembre, boasts a long, wide boulevard with high-quality chain stores, designer boutiques, and some excellent shoe shops. For designer fashion, Via Roma is an excellent bet, while Galleria Giuseppe Mazzini, an elegant 19th-century walkway parallel to it, has small fashion and accessory stores, as well as cafés. If you're looking for affordable shopping, head to Maddalena, a maze of narrow streets in Genoa's historic centre. Here, one can find numerous small shops selling clothing, jewellery, shoes, and accessories, as well as food stores and bakeries. For contemporary high-street Italian fashion, check out Via San Luca. However, if you're in search of designer outlet stores and bargain deals, head straight to Via Caffa.