Civico 1

Pairing and beyond

What would you name a bar standing at number 1 of the only street in Turin that has only one street number? Civico1, of course! That was precisely the thought of Fabrizia, Laura, and Branka, the three minds behind this cocktail bar/restaurant that makes pairings one of its strong points. Fabrizia is a sommelier and is in charge of the service and wines. Laura is in the kitchen. Branka Vukasinovic – former bartender in many of Turin’s trendiest bars – leads the cocktail offering behind the bar. Her mixing philosophy is founded on signatures, meaning drinks of her own invention. That does not mean you can’t order a Martini at Civico1; far from it: the classics are a vital part of the menu and are mixed using the best products on the market. If you are looking for advice, ask Branka what cocktails she has brought to the many bartending competitions she has participated in: they’re all on the menu, they’re really original, and they best represent not only Branka but Civico1 as a whole. Like we said earlier, many drinks are paired by design with dishes on the menu – most notably a pan pizza to die for.

Favorite cocktail? Pegu Club