12/11/2025
Sometimes you stumble upon unexpected little gems — like Ascoli Piceno.
We drove there on a whim after hearing about its beautiful piazza and the old Caffè Meletti (I have a thing for these kinds of places). What we found was so much more: a city of travertine and timeless charm, where life moves slowly between grand piazzas, narrow streets, and long coffee breaks.
Here’s a little guide to some of my favorite spots:
☕️ Caffè Meletti – The iconic art nouveau café on Piazza del Popolo.
☕️ Bar Centrale – A local favorite for coffee and people-watching.
🥛 Latteria Marini – Simple, nostalgic, and perfectly Italian.
☕️ Tama Caffè – For a cozy coffee or aperitivo.
🍝 Giuseppina – A beautiful spot for a relaxed dinner.
🫒 Migliori Olive – For the city’s famous stuffed olives (don’t leave without trying them).
🛍️ Profumeria Carla – Old-school charm, filled with Italian scents and treasures.
🧵 La Fabbrichetta – Lovely finds and local craftsmanship.
🍷 Il Vinattiere Osteria con Cucina – Warm, authentic, and full of flavour.
🍝 Osteria Nonna Nina – Slow food and pure Marche soul.
🍷 TirabbeScio – For natural wine and good conversations.
🏛️ Piazza del Popolo – The heart of Ascoli, best at sunset with a drink in hand.
🎭 Teatro Ventidio Basso – If you get the chance to go inside, do it. Pure beauty.
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Ascoli feels like a secret you stumble upon — elegant yet grounded, slow but full of life.
Have you been? Or do you have a favourite spot to add to the list? 💌