Founded in 1970 by Antonino Crinò and Luigina Vella, the Pasticceria Massimo has represented, over the last 34 years, traditional and genuinely in the ever-changing panorama of fine Milanese bakeries.
At the age of 12 Antonino Crinò had his first contact with the art of pastry making in a small laboratory in the Province of Messina, Sicily, the town of Barcellona Pozzo di Gotto; it was love at first sight.
Thus began young Antonino’s trip up the Italian Peninsula, learning as he went the making of regional pastries and comparing them with each other. This long journey lead him to his point of arrival ,the(generous) city of Milan that welcomed him with open arms and he was able to put into practice all he had learned in the travels .
His encounter with Milan coincided with another important encounter, that of his future wife Luigina.
She was able to combine the art of baking with artistic expression in the presentation of finished product ,that a bakery shop should not only sell cakes and pastry but also lovely boxes of chocolate,
Floral bouquet made of chocolate, precious boxes of different sweets etc.
Over the years the Pasticceria Massimo has received recognition for it excellence in the city of Milan and other regions.
In 1989 Massimo doubles in growth giving birth to another bakery in the heart of down –town Milan , “ Dolce In “ .
Antonino and Luigina passed the idea of fine pastries on to their sons Massimo, Fabio and Luca.
The Help of the three sons has been fundamental in running the bakery and has permitted them to introduce their fine product to other countries like the United States and Japan where for many years they have especially appreciated the Panettone (Milan Cakes).
In occasion of its 15Th anniversary “Dolce IN “was completely renovated whit splendid fusion of color and sweetness it has become one of Milan most beautiful shops.
The Pasticceria Massimo and Dolce IN insist on quality, beauty and courtesy to clients making them feel at home in a place where they can relax and enjoy the exquisite atmosphere along with our delicious specialties.
This is our aim and the instrument whit which to write a page in history.