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Food and wine in Florence and Tuscany are undoubtedly among the biggest draws for many of us here. Tuck into food stories, relish detailed restaurant reviews, read about our recommended spots to sip and dine, have a go at some recipes, and learn more about the expertise and innovation in the region’s wineries.
The recent 2024 Selezione Oli Extravergine showcase held at Cinema la Compagnia di Firenze served as an opportunity to delve into various aspects of the olive oil sector, including pressing ...
Three days of tastings and talks, designed for food lovers.
Best Florentine street food won by a vegan panini eatery
The little rolls are leavened and baked on the premises in via del Corso.
The official event showcases quality Tuscan products for the fifth year running.
Grind, level and stir: sounds simple.
Discounts on wines, gift cards and elevated dining experiences are all on the table at Poggio Casciano.
Quality coffee, light roasting, careful conservation and clean equipment
How to make really good coffee from a moka pot
Fiesole-born barista Maykol Martino brings a cupful of Australia to via Pisana with speciality coffee shop Manly The Office.
Light bites, fine wines by the glass and a cozy atmosphere await the hungry and thirsty at Il Salotto Santa Trinita on the corner of piazza de’ Frescobaldi.
The Mercato Centrale Storico is planning a line-up of events to celebrate its culinary and historical value.
The chocolate emporium in the heart of Florence.
Grind, level and stir: sounds simple.
Love it or hate it, it's a Florentine institution and worth knowing how to make for yourself.
Tangy, spicy and comforting, make this recipe your go-to for the winter.
Try this concentration of 36-month Parmigiano Reggiano PDO goodness in a dish from 10_11 restaurant in Milan.
This summer dish easily becomes a light meal by itself with the cheese and lentil combination of your choice.
This pasta dish is a nice way to dip your toes in the changing seasons.
Homeless charity Caritas shares shares a recipe from their holiday fundraising cookbook.
Try this recipe by Cristina Blasi and Gabriella Mari of top cooking school Scuola di Arte Culinaria Cordon Bleu for an easy one-pot meal.
Try this easy risotto recipe that is perfect for the transition between summer and autumn.
Gourmet lovers delight in Tuscany’s goodness, with cuisine topping many people’s lists while in Florence. Well-aware of the city’s culinary draw, we share our recommendations on where to sip and dine, from cheap panini spots to upper-end eateries.
Read our recipes for traditional Tuscan dishes with some unexpected treats, and we feature plenty of restaurant reviews and interviews with noted figures in the culinary world. Explore some of the region’s wineries as we take you through the history and production of some of Tuscany’s top-class wines, with food guides to ensure you’re in-the-know on popular places to eat, new arrivals, as well as lesser-known tucked away secrets.
Have a look at our favourite places for happy hour, best spots for students, high-end bakeries, historical restaurants, and the pizza places in Florence you need to know. Craft coffee is also explored, with a look at Florence’s Michelin starred restaurants; not forgetting gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian eateries.
Find out where to enjoy cocktails with a view, with our lists of rooftop bars and chill riverside hangouts, as well as bars for the best drinks and where to learn about Florence’s own brands.
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