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Focaccina Castelnuovo di Fabio e Denisia

Lecco, Italy

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST BAKERIES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 24 2026
Focaccina Castelnuovo di Fabio e Denisia

A focaccia bakery in Lecco's centre, run by a couple who sell savoury and sweet breads, pastries and coffee. What sets it apart is the wide focaccia range and the tables in its quiet courtyard.

Highlights

  • Soft focaccia in many varieties
  • Cacio e pepe focaccia
  • Gramolini filled with Nutella

Good to know

  • Tables in the courtyard for eating in
  • Vegan options, staff point them out
  • Stock runs low by afternoon

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