In 1817, the Cova pastry shop opened its doors right next to the famous Teatro alla Scala, in the elegant center of Milan. Born as a literary café, Cova established itself as one of the most important historical realities of the time. A refined café, a social hangout after the theater and a meeting point for the patriots of the Risorgimento: Cova saw the elite of the busy high society within its walls. Caffè Cova soon became the favorite venue of world-class artists, such as Giuseppe Verdi and Giacomo Puccini. In 1950, Cova moved to Via Montenapoleone, the heart of the rapidly growing Milanese fashion district, where he continued to pass on the prestigious tradition of Italian savoir-faire. Today, rich in a history that spans two centuries, Cova is an institution that honors the expertise and creativity of specialized artisans. Entering the Cova Pasticceria is equivalent to perpetuating a timeless ceremony, characterized by expert chefs who meticulously prepare refined products, elegant waiters who instill a feeling of warm welcome. It is a place where the world of fashion and business meets together with cosmopolitan customers, animated by the desire to breathe the unique atmosphere of Cova, an authentic bastion of Italian tradition.