So far, BarCode has been our liquor oasis in Padova. Tiny and intimate, BarCode is a mixology…read moreemporium par excellence. These bartenders are artistes, creating cocktails from top shelf liquors from around the world. Again, I was the oldest human in the place, but I never felt uncomfortable. Well, that's not true. BarCode is so narrow, it literally has no seats, except for a few tables on an upstairs landing. We stood all night. That was fine for me, because I was buzzed almost immediately, and my senses were dulled effectively. I could crack my head open, and not feel a thing. My wife, who is infinitely wiser in her consumption of alcohol, felt out of sorts with all the standing and jostling. Thus, be warned. BarCode is a fabulous cocktail bar, but it could use a bit more square footage. That may be impossible in the ancient town center of Padova. In the meantime, I will continue to frequent BarCode when I can.

I've been told that this is one of the better bakeries in Padua (Padova in Italian). It's always a…read moregood time to get sweets, so we checked this place out. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. If it's hot outside, definitely take a seat inside since they have air conditioning. They have a large variety of sweets to choose from, so you're bound to find something you'll like. I chose a brioche filled with cream and pistachios, a fruit tart, and a strudel. They were all good choices and my favorite was the brioche, though I wish it had more pistachios than mostly shown on the outside. Sometimes you'll find some small appetizers on the counter that you can sample while making your selection. Nothing fancy (small squares of pizza, some nuts, etc.) , but it's a nice touch. Celso is a nice bakery and I'd definitely recommend it to those visiting the city.