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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    FOOD + WINE

    Wines from Tuscany for your Christmas table

    Red, white and bubbles: find out what the wine experts plan on enjoying this holiday season.

    FOOD + WINE

    Holiday drinks: Moscato gin fizz

    A festive cocktail to add some sparkle to your holiday festivities.

    COMMUNITY

    Forgive us our trespassing: Editor’s letter

    Christmas markets, mulled wine and satirical exhibitions, such as Banksy, are plentiful this December in Florence.

    COMMUNITY

    Work hard, play harder: Rob and Kim Murgatroyd

    The Murgatroyds are settling into life in Florence, from buying entire new outfits to befriending their local greengrocer

    COMMUNITY

    The Essence of Florence fundraiser for The Florence Academy of Art

    The Essence of Florence gala evening continues to raise funds for The Florence Academy of Art.

    THINGS TO DO

    Nittardi wine and art exhibition at Galleria Palazzo Coveri

    Artworks by Dario Fo, Friedensreich Hundertwasser, Yoko Ono and Mimmo Paladino comprise the Nittardi Collection currently on show at Galleria Palazzo Coveri.

    FOOD + WINE

    For snug dinners: Riva Kitchen

    The former tobacco factory is a cosy restaurant that serves food you really want to eat.

    COMMUNITY

    A conversation with Reverend Chris Williams

    Reverend Chris Williams of St Mark's English Church talks about settling into life in Florence and his plans for the community.

    FOOD + WINE

    Michelin starred restaurants in Tuscany for 2023

    Tuscany now boasts 40 Michelin-starred restaurants.

    COMMUNITY

    Artemisia up close: editor’s letter

    The November issue of The Florentine leads with an exclusive art cover story as readers can visit Artemisia Gentileschi’s "Allegory of Inclination", which is undergoing restoration at Casa Buonarroti.

    FOOD + WINE

    Autumn at Castello di Bossi

    Bacci Wines vaunts more than 900 hectares under vine in Tuscany due to estates in Chianti Classico, Montalcino and the Maremma. 

    COMMUNITY

    Talking business with Josh Henderson

    Businessman Josh Henderson talks about moving to Florence, integrating through chess and his involvement in the Consulate’s Connect US scheme.

    FOOD + WINE

    Frescobaldi presents new Montepulciano winery: Tenuta Calimaia

    The Tuscan vintner intends to produce 3 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano labels on the new estate to the east of the hilltop town.

    NEWS

    High traffic on the River Arno

    Pleasure crafting along the 1,200-metre-long navigable stretch of the Arno between the San Niccolò and Santa Rosa weirs has become increasingly popular. 

    COMMUNITY

    Return to the river: Editor’s letter

    The October issue of The Florentine covers all the art news and a return to the river for tourism purposes.

    FOOD + WINE

    A second life at Villa Le Corti: Gaetano and Meigan Arnone

    Gaetano and Meigan Arnone are carving out a new life for themselves at Tuscany's Villa Le Corti.

    ART + CULTURE

    San Niccolò: restoring San Nicola di Bari in Gloria

    This month, the restored San Nicola di Bari in Gloria will be returned to the Church of San Niccolò.

    FOOD + WINE

    Wild Buns Bakery opens in Oltrarno

    Estonian Robert Marrandi makes Nordic buns all day long in his newly opened Oltrarno bakery.

    FOOD + WINE

    Badiani celebrates 90 years of gelato

    Established in Florence in 1932, the gelateria is storming the UK market with nine stores and more in the pipeline.

    ART + CULTURE

    Michelangelo’s David now basks in a new light

    The Renaissance masterpiece and the adjoining rooms at the Accademia Gallery all boast state-of-the-art, energy-saving lighting systems.

    ART + CULTURE

    Defining home with Frances Mayes

    Bestselling author Frances Mayes entertains us with anecdotes from her life in Cortona, and reading and writing tips ahead of the publication of her new book, A Place in the World.

    NEWS

    Mourning Queen Elizabeth II in Florence, Italy

    Florence is mourning Queen Elizabeth II through the sense of community we are fortunate to have in the city.

    FOOD + WINE

    Top wine charity event The Golden Vines comes to Florence

    Industry professionals and wine enthusiasts gather on October 14-17 to support charity galas and award ceremony

    COMMUNITY

    Knowing when to push: Editor’s letter

    September is always a busy month as temperatures finally start to dip and Florentines return home.

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