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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.
Where to have your festive meals this Christmas and New Year's Eve.
Destination Florence has put together the perfect fall experiences to make the most of harvest time.
From the World Burger Tour to a John Lennon Treasure Hunt and an unmissable brunch menu, there are plenty of reasons to stop by this summer.
The balance of flavours and the quality meat makes for a memorable experience.
Bolgheri, Chianti Classico and Montalcino are the three wine regions showcased on September 3.
Expect Sangiovese-driven wines made in an awe-inspiring setting.
Savour the new drink list in partnership with Ginarte.
The balance of flavours and the quality meat makes for a memorable experience.
Dive deeper into the traditions of local communities through sagre.
Everyone loves a good rooftop bar, especially when temperatures spiral and we hunt down the faintest of breezes and the most fabulous of drinks. Here’s our round-up in Florence. Stylish ...
This clafoutis is perfect to finish off a spring dinner or at teatime.
This upgraded version of the crispy Tuscan cecina chickpea pancake is the perfect dinner recipe for the spring.
Tangy, spicy and comforting, make this recipe your go-to for the winter.
For a fresher start to the new year, Miriam Wexter brings us a winter salad recipe by Rosalia Salad Gourmet.
Try this concentration of 36-month Parmigiano Reggiano PDO goodness in a dish from 10_11 restaurant in Milan.
A recipe for the transition from late summer to early autumn.
This pasta dish is a nice way to dip your toes in the changing seasons.
Serves 4 An easy-to-prepare British staple elevated by the simple and yet overlooked technique of brining, which means that your fish and chips will have more flavour than the standard ...
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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