Erba Brusca

Situated away from the centre behind the Naviglio Pavese canal, this restaurant recalls the old trattorias of Milan. Run by Alice, a young American chef who creates dishes from fresh market produce, the restaurant has an informal atmosphere and its own vegetable garden. Erba Brusca is a rural retreat whose short and sweet menu features ingredients from the adjoining garden, tuning diners in with the land. This informal spot is particularly popular on weekends, when the Milanese escape to the countryside and the mountains that ring the city. Although the menu changes regularly, a reliably delicious mainstay is the pasta with clams, truffles and wild sorrel (erba brusca). Pair it with a natural wine from the expertly curated list.