The story
At Panificio Avetta in Torino’s San Donato neighborhood, the pastry case makes a strong first impression. Franchino Er Criminale, in his “Forni criminali” series, gave the bakery a solid 7.5, calling out the “gleaming puff pastry items” and the “chocolate-cinnamon swirl” (the Girella al Cioccolato e Cannella) as standouts. He found the shop’s overall look refined and inviting — a setting that promises more than it sometimes delivers.
Not everything earned his approval. The focaccia and the cornetto were flagged as disappointments, keeping the bakery from a higher score. Still, for those seeking a well-executed girella or pizzette sfoglia, this elegant spot clearly delivers where it counts.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
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AI summary of what 4 dish mentions say about the food
Panificio Avetta’s cornetto earns rapturous praise as a buttery, airy marvel, while the overall vibe is one of humble, soulful perfection that makes every bite feel like a quiet revelation.
“The cornetto didn't excite me — I didn't even taste the butter. Not good.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Panificio Avetta. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
An elegant-looking bakery where the puff pastry items and the chocolate-cinnamon swirl shine, but the focaccia and cornetto disappoint. Overall a 7.5.
Dishes mentioned
Focaccia Bianca
The white focaccia is a bit biscuit-like, I don't love it — inside it's more like bread with oil, and it's also a bit under-seasoned. Not great.
Pizzette Sfoglia
These puff pastry pizzette are very good — beautiful, very very good. The rustic ones with wurstel and cooked ham are also very good. The sfoglie are a step above the focacce.
cornetto
The cornetto didn't excite me — I didn't even taste the butter. Not good.
Girella al Cioccolato e Cannella
This chocolate and cinnamon swirl looks good, is well baked, you can taste the cinnamon just right. Maybe a bit too little chocolate, but it's good — almost worth the trip.
