Eliana Ferrari

Eliana Ferrari doesn’t like to stay put. She's traveled all around Europe, excited by every encounter with people, food, and art. How did she end up in Florence? She fell in love: with the magnificence of every corner, with Bolgheri wine, and with the famous Florentine wit (one Florentine’s in particular!). 

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Small cakes garnished with strawberries and other fruits in a bakery display case.

Bakeries in Florence: Our Top 8 Can’t-Miss Spots

Ready to satisfy your sweet tooth? These incredible bakeries in Florence are calling your name! When it comes to bakeries, Florence hasn’t always had an established tradition. Luckily, Florence is known for attracting people all over the world and make them fall in love with it—and bakers are no exception. So treat your sweet tooth […]

Lampredotto (tripe sandwich) in paper wrapping on a wooden table with a person's hand holding a plastic cup of red wine above

Lampredotto in Florence: What It Is & Where to Eat It

Squishy, slushy, slimy: you’d never use these words to describe a refined delicacy, right? Well, prepare to change your mind! Lampredotto in Florence will prove you wrong in the best of ways.  Florentines have mastered the art of making every part of the animal edible—even delicious, we’d argue. And how can you prove us wrong, […]

Woman holding a margarita at a rooftop bar overlooking Florence, Italy

5 Rooftop Bars in Florence That Locals Love

These rooftop bars in Florence offer first-class tickets for the best views in town—and no, we didn’t forget the wine.   When in Florence, you’ll notice that Brunelleschi’s famous dome seems to follow you everywhere—a constant reminder that yes, this is the cradle of the Renaissance. So, after a long day pounding the pavement, get on top—of […]

Wide pasta noodles with wild boar ragu on a black plate

Best Pasta in Florence: Cacio e Pepe to Wild Boar Ragu

Be careful when asking a Florentine (or Italian) where the best pasta in Florence is. To any Italian, there’s no pasta like their Nonna’s—even when faced with a world-renowned chef.  Luckily, we have the ultimate list of the best places for pasta in Florence. Follow this list and you’ll never go wrong. So buckle up—we’ve […]