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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 official event showcases quality Tuscan products for the fifth year running.
An international and locomotive-inspired bistro in piazza degli Ottaviani.
The community comes together to celebrate the best of the season.
The initiative is part of the wider #UniversalPlate campaign run by The Social Gastronomy Movement.
This Belmond hotel in Tuscany organizes nature-inspired workshops, spa treatments, and wine + truffle events this fall.
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.
Florence's "wine windows" are enjoying a second renaissance and brisk business.
From August 18 to 27, four concerts offer an indulgent experience in the Sienese countryside.
Impeccable service, understated elegance and dangerously drinkable aperitifs
The initiative is part of the wider #UniversalPlate campaign run by The Social Gastronomy Movement.
Florence's "wine windows" are enjoying a second renaissance and brisk business.
Career chef Stefano Frassineti cooks a delicious dinner at Hershey Felder's home for 18 hungry international diners in Tuscany.
Visitors to the Valdarno estate can enjoy the renewed Wine and Art Gallery detailing the estate’s history.
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 ...
Homeless charity Caritas shares shares a recipe from their holiday fundraising cookbook.
Try making this easy and local gluten-free dessert, which was typically a poor man's winter dish.
Try this easy risotto recipe that is perfect for the transition between summer and autumn.
A refreshing dish in the summer when the tomatoes, cucumbers and peaches have reached their zenith.
Is it possible to have affection for a certain plant or its fruit? It might sound funny, but I have especially poignant memories when it comes to lemons. I grew ...
The hills are green, the trees are budding and the days are getting longer. Spring, to me, means recipes based on tender, young spinach leaves mixed with fresh sheep’s milk ...
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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