The new pasta and wine bar Mikelandželo was opened quietly recently without noise or pomposity.

The new pasta and wine bar Mikelandželo was opened quietly recently without noise or pomposity.

This cosy rustic café with its own mini pasta factory is a welcome addition to the Pārdaugava area, across the river from the Old Town.

This cosy rustic café with its own mini pasta factory is a welcome addition to the Pārdaugava area, across the river from the Old Town.

It’s clear that this place is Italian, even if you’ve never been to the land of tomatoes and meatballs.

If you like mushrooms, try the funghi pizza - fantastic! There are also other Italian dishes available, including seafood and pasta.