Verity Pryor-Harden

Verity Pryor-Harden is a freelancer of many talents living in the historical Tuscan city of Arezzo while studying Visual Communications in Florence. She’s a sucker for a cold spritz in a piazza on a hot day, enjoys making bizarre wine pairings, and is a Tuscan street food enthusiast. Follow along on Instagram @verityeph. 

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View of Ponte Vecchio bridge in Florence taken from a grassy lawn

Our Favorite Florence Restaurants by Neighborhood: Oltrarno

The Billy Goats Gruff were onto something when they crossed the bridge to eat the sweet grass on the other side of the river. Thankfully, there aren’t any bothersome trolls when you cross the Arno river in Florence to enjoy the sweet Oltrarno restaurants!  The Oltrarno neighborhood is a vibrant spot packed with museums, historical […]

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8 Cheap Eats in Florence For Every Budget

Eating well in Florence doesn’t always mean emptying your wallet! There are plenty of excellent cheap eats in Florence enjoyable for every kind of traveler.   Hundreds of street food vendors offer budget friendly grab-and-go options, but these eight restaurants in particular are so delicious and representative of Florence food culture that they are worth a […]

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Best Gelato in Florence: 10 Local Picks (+ Gelato Dos & Don’ts)

Let’s face it—when you visit Florence during the spring and summer months it’s going to get hot. The powerful Mediterranean sun is no joke. Thankfully it’s easy (and delicious) to cool off the Italian way with a cold, sweet, flavorful gelato.  Gelato isn’t hard to find in Florence, but how do you know you’re getting […]

Overhead shot of sliced rare steak on a wooden plate garnished with herbs

Best Steak in Florence: 8 Essential Bistecca Spots

If you think you’ve had excellent steak dinners in your life, just wait until you experience bistecca alla fiorentina—the best steak in Florence.  With a juicy, rare center and blackened grill marks on the exterior, bistecca is a mouth-watering must try. Finding the best steak spots in Florence can feel overwhelming, so here’s our list […]