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Paralympic Champ Barlaam Shares Milan's Hidden Gems
5 Feb
Summary
- Swimmer Simone Barlaam highlights favorite Milan spots beyond tourist attractions.
- He recommends specific local eateries for coffee, pastries, pizza, and traditional dishes.
- Barlaam shares personal reflections on Milan's culture, accessibility, and artistic legacy.

Paralympic swimming champion Simone Barlaam is sharing his personal guide to his hometown, Milan, in celebration of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games. Barlaam, a 13-time world champion and 2024 Paris Olympics medalist, highlights favorite spots that hold special meaning to him.
These include local businesses like Pasticceria Grossi for coffee with teammates and Panificio Storico Vailati for welcoming pastry treats. He cherishes Pizzeria da Mimmo for its family memories and thick, cloud-like pizza slices.
Barlaam also recommends Grano e for affordable student meals and Ratanà for traditional Milanese dishes such as mondeghili and risotto. He praises Via Paolo Sarpi in Chinatown for its vibrant nightlife and diverse food options.




