Une petite pièce of Italia
Rue Victor Millot in Beaune is easy to miss.
It is tucked away, between place Carnot, (where the children’s carousel is located) on the south side, and the Hotel-Dieu.
You wont find any wine tastings in the street, but for lovers of Italy it is a street worth searching out as it now houses three shops with an Italian theme.
Of course one would be selling Italian foodstuffs.
As soon as you pass the doorstep of Emilian Goods the aromas are unmistakenly Italian. A range of fresh pastas, home made sauces, and olive oils are all displayed to titillate your palate. The Italian wines, or perhaps the tirimasu may also catch your eye.
At # 11 rue Victor Millot is Farfalla, a delight for the ladies or even men seeking un cadeau for their loved one. All the stock sold by Farfalla originates in Italy consisting of shoes, handbags, belts, jewellery and other accessories.
Farfalla’s owner, Nelly, is warm and gregarious, who really knows her styles and fashion. Whatever you may buy from Nelly you can rest assured it will be very à la mode!
The other cool thing about Farfalla are its prices, remarkably moderate so therefore offering excellent value for money.
And across the street at # 8, you will find Farfalla’s ’sister’ shop, D.O.C. Opened very recently, D.O.C. features Italian made mens shirts, shoes and other male accessories.
Again, prices are surprisingly reasonable.
So for a taste of Italy -without even having to leave France -try your luck in rue Victor Millot, Beaune!
A Bientot, Bruce.