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Helen Farrell

    Helen Farrell is editor-in-chief of The Florentine, a role she has held since 2013. She is also a freelance contributor to Decanter and runs the magazine's translation and copywriting department.

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    COMMUNITY

    Built to last: Editor’s letter

    Developments at Sant'Orsola, Pride Month and summer events are front and centre of the June issue of The Florentine.

    FOOD + WINE

    SALT: Sant’Ambrogio in Festival celebrates local identity

    Interfaith and community dinners will place the emphasis on giving back.

    ART + CULTURE

    The future Sant’Orsola museum: a preview

    From June 1 to July 2, a section will open for free guided tours of the inaugural exhibition Beyond the Walls of Sant’Orsola.

    ART + CULTURE

    Roberto Patella at Gallery Hotel Art

    The Volatility of Being photography exhibition is being hosted at the Lungarno Collection hotel near the Ponte Vecchio.

    THINGS TO DO

    Golf Ugolino: history in a swing

    There's nowhere more beautiful to while away the spring, learning a new sport in the great Tuscan outdoors.

    COMMUNITY

    300 issues young: editor’s letter

    This May edition is the 300th issue of The Florentine as we embrace the spring with all its events.

    COMMUNITY

    Meet the new French Consul, Guillaume Rousson

    Language learning and promoting French culture are the mission at the French Institute in Florence

    ART + CULTURE

    Exhibition review: Explore. Planet Earth at Palazzo Blu

    New National Geographic photography show at Pisa’s foremost exhibition centre

    FOOD + WINE

    A day at Vinitaly, Italy’s wine trade fair par excellence

    Learning about native grapes and new trends in the wine world.

    FOOD + WINE

    50 shades (and years) of Lambrusco DOC

    The oldest appellations of Emilia’s sparkling wine are celebrated at Modena’s Enzo Ferrari Museum.

    FOOD + WINE

    Il Borro celebrates 30 years of Ferragamo ownership

    Visitors to the Valdarno estate can enjoy the renewed Wine and Art Gallery detailing the estate’s history.

    FOOD + WINE

    Ditta Artigianale opens in piazza Ferrucci

    Expect a neighbourhood café vibe with a courtyard garden, an on-site bakery and bookstore.

    COMMUNITY

    Life lessons: editor’s letter

    This April issue shines a light on study abroad, opening with Marco Badiani’s cover photo, which captures the aloneness and togetherness.

    FOOD + WINE

    Saporium: stellar cuisine in a leafy ambience by Borgo Santo Pietro

    Saporium Florence from Borgo Santo Pietro is a gourmet dining experience that delivers considered design and dishes.

    COMMUNITY

    When everything blossoms: Editor’s letter

    The March issue of The Florentine concentrates on all things nature as well as spotlighting the inspiring women of Florence.

    FOOD + WINE

    Wine in Tuscany: an overview in 2023

    Tuscany boasts around 20% of Italy's organically farmed vineyards.

    FOOD + WINE

    A taste of England: chef Karl Whittaker at Pint of View

    Pint of View chef Karl Whittaker wants to liven up the Florence food scene with his take on English gastropub classics.

    FOOD + WINE

    Taste 2023: what to expect

    An inside look at Taste 2023 and what foodies can expect from this year's speciality fair.

    FOOD + WINE

    Chianti Lovers wine preview: what to watch out for

    Expect 120 wineries and 400 wines up for tasting at Fortezza da Basso on February 12.

    NEWS

    15-minute Florence: a strategic plan for the city

    Florence city council set out plans to combat "touristification".

    FOOD + WINE

    Reburger: delish burgers with a creative soul

    Open seven days a week, with a side of culture, the burgers are exceedingly good.

    THINGS TO DO

    Walking in Tuscany: Jennifer Deckert

    Take part in our TF Walks series in the hills around Florence.

    COMMUNITY

    Sunday Riley: the woman behind the beauty brand

    Entrepreneur Sunday Riley discusses skincare, Florence and the power of intuition.

    FOOD + WINE

    January 2023: New restaurant openings

    From upgraded bakeries to elevated dim sum, 2023 is already causing ripples on Florence's restaurant scene.

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