Unfinished business
I can’t say I’ve even bought so much as a panino from the little panetteria on the steps of Porta Trasimena. But every time I come back I’m glad to see it’s still there. Shops that kind of straddle steps come se fosse niente always make me smile in Perugia. Especially in a setting like this one. With its jaunty hand-painted sign and saffron curtain. The little bakery that could…. I give it a little cheer. Next time, I say to myself. Next time I’m in Perugia I’ll come and buy my bread from you.
It looks very delightful. I bet the aroma wafting from the shop is heavenly Janine
It’s a pleasure I’ve been putting up but if the aroma is as charming as the look of the place we’re in for a treat! I always linger outside bakeries in Italy – if only for the smell!
It looks much too cute to pass up! Even if you have to go up and down a few hundred steps to get your bread. And I’m crazy about the beaded curtains on the doorway. (Nowadays they’re usually plastic, but still–they’re so emblematic of the Mediterranean.)
There’ s some very keen competition in Perugia – as I’m sure you know Jann. My loyalties lie elsewhere on the pastry and bread front for now but this little shop is a sentimental favourite. Curtains on doorways are a very sensible idea in the south – apart from having a lot of charm…. Like so many little things, they make the difference. xxx
The signage is so very quaint ~ make the shop such a darling and inviting!
And absolutely love the slope down… not up thought ~ lol!
It’s a sweety, that’s for sure. Mind you, these steps are nothing by Perugia standards. Just don’t say I didn’t warn you guys!
Every one worth the effort though!
The steps back up help work off the bread – perfect!
Exactly right Shelagh… For me Perugia is perfect in many ways. Not least of all the natural work-out you get just going shopping!!!
I expect a report on the bread on your next visit.
That will be my pleasure Debra. I’ll have to find another bakery to stalk but that won’t be a problem. There are many I’ve never set foot in that look delightful all the same. Meantime I’ll put this one on the itinerary for our Perugia walking tour!
what a gorgeous little store, I can only imagine the delights that pass through those doors. Great shots xxx
Grazie Lisa! It a cutey, and all on its own. Even if I don’t shop there I’m glad someone loves it. It’s been there for ages. Lovely to see you! xxx