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Best Pies in NYC: From Apple to Peaconut (Peanut + Coconut!)

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we need to start thinking about our dinner menu— Turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green beans, and of course, that beautiful pie for dessert. The best pies in NYC follow the recipe for the perfect combo of a crumbly crust and a soft and moist interior, no matter the […]

Extreme close up of a zeppola di san giuseppe, a traditional Neapolitan pastry

Amarena to Zeppola: 10 Must-Try Neapolitan Pastries

Naples, while famed internationally for its pizza, also offers an impressive repertoire of distinctly Neapolitan pastries that is not to be overlooked.From the decadent torta caprese to sticky rum-soaked babà, the Parthenopean city has many options that will satisfy even the pickiest of sweet tooths. And each Neapolitan pastry reveals something about the city’s history, […]

Sfogliatella ricca and frolla from Antol

Best Sfogliatelle in Naples: 6 Sweet Picks

Naples and the region where the city is located, Campania, are known for their incredible food. You’ve probably heard of some of their savory delights like Neapolitan pizza and mozzarella di bufala. But what about their sweets?Gelato and lemon-flavored everything are summery go-to treats, but a year-round local favorite is the still-warm, crunchy sfogliatella. We want […]

Wooden plate with two Italian cornetti pastries and a cappucino

Where to Find the Best Pastries in Florence

Florence is known for its meat dishes and savory schiacciata. But even travelers with the sweetest sweet tooth can find delicious pastries in this city. Today, we’re sinking our teeth into the best pastries in Florence!Cornetteria NotteYou’re probably already familiar with French croissants. But in Florence, we call them cornetti. And they’re so much better […]

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 to […]

Overhead shot of two whole margherita pizzas with tomato, basil, and mozzarella cheese

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 visit […]

A woman cutting into a freshly baked pastry in Florence.

Florence’s Secret Bakeries: Where to Find Late-Night Pastries

Come to the dark side of the Florentine streets: they’ve got much more than cookies. Stop by one of these secret bakeries in Florence to indulge your sweet tooth after dark.  During long midnight walks through the Tuscan capital, you might catch an angelic smell. Freshly baked bread, it seems, and melted butter, and… what is […]