Nicolò Balini

He is a home cook in spirit, but a street-food explorer by trade, never reaching for a recipe book (he has published zero recipes) but always reaching for a local specialty. With 75 restaurants reviewed and an 85% positive review rate, his palate is democratic but discerning: a simple macchiato in a café earns as much attention as a pepperoni pizza or a carpaccio di polpo, and his signature dishes—from rotisserie chicken to pizza romana with ’nduja—reflect a love for both the humble and the bold. What sets Nicolò apart is his singular, restless curiosity. As an Italian creator, he carries an innate reverence for food culture, but he never imposes it; instead, he lets each country’s supermarkets and street corners tell their own story. His approach is warm and observational, not critical—he is not a fine dining critic, but a gracious guest who finds joy in the everyday. Whether he is savoring pizza al blue cheese or exploring a local café, his focus remains constant: to show you not just what to eat, but what it feels like to be there. Unassuming and deeply passionate, Nicolò is the travel companion who makes you hungry for the world.