If Tuscany in general is well-loved by foodies (and we can agree it is), one can argue that Florence is the region\u2019s <\/span>pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance<\/span><\/i>. But with so many options the question remains – <\/span>what to eat in Florence<\/span><\/i>?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the truest pleasures for any food lover in Italy is how a dish can feel both familiar and completely new. The generic brand of \u201cItalian food\u201d is, after all, a global phenomenon\u2014we all know what pasta and pizza are. What\u2019s magical about exploring Italy through its cuisine, however, is learning about the intense regionality of ingredients and recipes. And that means every empty plate is a possible introduction to your new favorite flavor.<\/span><\/p>\n

From Florentine staples to <\/span>classics from other Tuscan towns<\/span><\/a>, we share our top picks of what to eat in Florence. On this list, you\u2019ll find dishes that may not find in other Italian cities. So you won\u2019t find pizza on this list, or at least the classic Neapolitan version of it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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