Igor Socolov

Chisinau

Spotter since 2019

About me

About me
I’m a businessman in the automotive sector of Moldova and a father of smart kid Maxim. My job involves frequent meetings with suppliers and customers from abroad, and I can say that knowing some facts about the partner’s home country and talking about yours is key for any conversation.

My biggest passion is traveling with my family, and to my joy, they share it completely. Our top destinations are Italy and Greece, in some places there we already feel like locals. My other area of interest is good wine and wine culture, which is evident for a Moldavian resident, and combines perfectly with travel experiences.

Why Chisinau
Chisinau is not the most popular tourist destination, but in this fact lies what sets it apart. The latest trend in tourism is over-tourism, so while cities like Venice or Barcelona struggle to cut the number of visitors, in Chisinau it is the opposite, and the title of less-visited country can hold many discoveries that are inaccessible in other places.

Still, Chisinau is a budget destination, where locals will meet you with genuine interest and hospitality, and in the majority of the spots you will rather enjoy independence than crowds of tourists. And of course, the wine and cuisine are the top reasons for a visit to Chisinau; you can even miss some museums and monuments, but trying a glass of local wine combined with local food is a must -- it will help you understand a lot about Chisinau and Moldova.

My spots (19)

Tasting Room Wine.md

A wine cellar with a history

"Tasting room wine.md" in Chisinau is the successor of the wine bar that existed at this spot in the 1880s. I come here when I want to try something new...

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Bars

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Igor

Socolov

Apr 2, 2025

Gagauz Cricima

My favorite Gagauz restaurant

"Gagauz Cricima" in Chisinau is probably one of my favorite Gagauz restaurants in the city. You should definitely try the Gozleme, Gagauz and the wine...

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Restaurants

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Igor

Socolov

Apr 2, 2025

La Dolce Italia

The best ice cream in town

"La Dolce Italia" is one of my favorite 'gelaterias' in Chisinau! Try the pistachtio and you'll really get a taste of Italy in Chisinau...

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Snacks

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Igor

Socolov

Apr 2, 2025

Keks

Bread and desserts

"Keks" in Chisinau is perfect for a family breakfast. My son really likes everything here, and you definitely have to try the waffles & the desserts...

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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Igor

Socolov

Apr 2, 2025

Rifle Monument

A WWII memorial

The "Rifle Monument" in Chisinau is dedicated to WWII and the devastation and loss of life it brought to Moldova. May 9th here is always sobering...

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Art & culture

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Igor

Socolov

Apr 2, 2025

Circus

A modernist masterpiece

The "Circus" of Chisinau, built in the '80s, has a unique Soviet modernist style; it is still worth seeing, despite it having been closed down...

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Art & culture
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Theaters

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Igor

Socolov

Apr 2, 2025

Invino

In vino veritas - the truth is in wine

"Invino" in Chisinau is said to have more than 10,000 bottles of exquisite wine in its permanent storage. Here I've had a great blind tasting experience...

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Bars

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Igor

Socolov

Apr 2, 2025

Folk's Croissant

Croissant abundance

"Folk's Croissants" in Chisinau makes croissants with 20 different varieties of fillings -- from grilled chicken to salmon to the classic banana chocolate.

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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Igor

Socolov

Apr 2, 2025

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