We’ve got to be honest: No day in Florence would be complete without a glass of wine. Wine is a tradition, a ritual, true Tuscan heritage, and probably one of the main reasons Firenze was calling your name. You’ve most likely heard of Chianti, but there’s much more waiting for you to discover in Florence’s […]
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Food and Drink in Florence
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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 […]
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5 Vineyards Near Florence & How to Get There [2024]
You might have heard the one thing you must do while visiting Florence is a little wine tasting. And what could be better than enjoying wine right at the source? You don’t have to go far to find beautiful vineyards near Florence, and most of these family-run wineries are more than happy to welcome visitors […]
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Ordering In Italy: Navigating the Menu, Tipping & More
A meal in Italy is a little ritual, one that every restaurant tweaks to make its own. We all know Italians love food, and love to go out to eat. Otherwise, why would we travel to Italy? To get the most out of every restaurant experience, follow these tips for ordering in Italy! So, at […]
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How to Navigate an Italian Wine List: 5 Essential Tips
From understanding wine culture in Italy to a little cheat sheet with some of our favorite Italian wineries by region, here’s everything you need to know when faced with an Italian wine list! We’ve all been there… you go to a restaurant, you’re handed the wine list, and you have absolutely no clue on which […]