Try something hands-on this spring with a ceramics workshop at Claywa. In a calm setting, you’ll learn to shape and glaze your own piece from start to finish. The process is slow, tactile, and surprisingly meditative. The next workshops will take place on April 5th at Sottocasa Café in Vimercate, in the heart of Brianza, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and on April 29th at Allangolare on Via Ampere from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

For a curated vintage experience in Milan, step into The Cloister concept store. This beautifully minimal space feels more like a gallery than a shop, with handpicked pieces that blend timeless elegance and contemporary edge. Anther favourite is Solamente Giovedì, where you will find some fantastic antiques. Finally, Cavalli e Nastri, the perfect stores to snap up old-school designer finds. These are your go-to if you wish to get your hands on unique finds.

Escape the city buzz and treat yourself to a Gyrotonic® class at The Garden, a beautifully curated wellness space. This gentle yet powerful movement method combines breath, flow, and stretch — perfect for resetting both body and mind. The light-filled studio and calming interiors make it feel like a retreat, perfect to start a spring morning in Milan. Oh, and make sure to pop at the newly opened The Seed, a co-working space and healthy café for your matcha latte and kombucha fix.

Step into Libri Bianchi, an intimate atelier dedicated to handmade artist books and sculptural paper objects. Each piece is minimal, tactile, and created with quiet precision. The space itself feels like a page left open, calm and thoughtfully arranged. A visit here offers a moment of stillness and a deep appreciation for contemporary craft.

Pause for a coffee at Serra di Quartiere, a welcoming spot on Via Melzo with a relaxed, design-oriented feel. It’s a mix of café, community space, and cultural venue — an easy place to slow down between stops in the city. Other favourites include Cafezal and Fiorario Bianchi in Moscova, The Coffee in Porta Venezia, Pasticceria Gelsomina and Loste in Zona Risorgimento/Cinque Giornate.

Brighten your day with a bunch of flowers from Fiori Michela Pozzato, a charming little flower atelier known for its artistic, creative style. Another favourite is Clori Milano, a precious little world of fresh blooms, exotic plants and homeware neatly arranged by Francesca Assanti, the proud owner. The bouquets are loose and never too polished — holding on to each flower’s natural state of being. Drop in for a quick pick-me-up or a thoughtful gift for a loved one. 

Unwind with a tailored massage at You Off, designed to release tension and restore balance. Every treatment is rooted in care, a quiet pause that leaves you feeling lighter and more present. Or perhaps book a sweaty, hot yoga class at HY Sweat Studio – endorphins will keep you on a high all day.

A visit to Teatro alla Scala offers a glimpse into Milan’s grand operatic heart. With its gilded interiors and world-class performances, it’s one of the city’s most iconic cultural landmarks. Whether you’re booking a ticket or just stepping inside for a look, the atmosphere is unforgettable. Check the seasonal program for opera, ballet, and classical concerts.

Located around thirty minutes away from the centre of Milan, the Fratelli Scotti farmhouse at Cascina Pizzo is a modest location immersed among the most beautiful flowers and orchards. This summer you can book an aperitivo from Tuesdays to Sundays and select between three separate options that include the freshest, organic cuisine produced in this very farmhouse. Immagine your curated meat and cheese platters, organic tomatoes and seasonal fruit and vegetables. For 5€ extra per person you can also pick your own cherries.