Sinfonia Pasticceria & Caffè In Genova

I bought a really beautiful Easter egg, hand-painted, delightfully decorated. But I was disappointed by the surprise: a voucher for one person for coffee and a croissant at the same pastry shop. Really stingy compared to the egg and its price.... they would have done better to at least offer a voucher for two. Personally, next year at Easter I certainly won't be buying it again.

A neighborhood pastry shop between Sturla and Quarto. Even though I'm local and often ride my scooter, I think its corner location doesn't enhance its appeal, especially since unless you're walking right past, it's hard to see. Upon entering, the place has a rustic, simple, clean, and tidy feel, and the blonde girl behind the counter is truly knowledgeable and professional. The Hollandaise pastry was delicious, and was perfectly puffed; I didn't give it all 5 stars only because I like the cream less sweet and more vanilla-flavored and aromatic. Regardless, it's a good, high-quality pastry shop that focuses on a few, but good, products: in addition to the café section with puff pastries, they also have cremini, Sacher-style pralines with various fillings, pandolcini, semifreddo cakes, and Sachertorte. How talented they are!

This review is all for the fantastic barista working the counter! The café/pastry shop is excellent (superlative products!), but Rossella is the real gem. Despite being constantly alone and overwhelmed by customer requests, she manages to maintain an Olympian calm and, above all, a sincere and contagious smile. Every time I come here, I return also for her positive energy. A clone would be the solution! Thanks for making coffee breaks such a pleasant experience.