Category: Florence Food & Drink

Florence might well be associated with the Renaissance period, but like all places in Italy, this Tuscan city sure knows how to throw a seasonal celebration. Picture sprawling piazzas brimming with character and quaint streets drenched in festive lighting, twinkling trees, and scenes from the nativity being played out before...

I stumbled upon A Crudo while wandering around central Florence on a warm September afternoon. The name caught my attention, and the clean, inviting look of the place drew me in. It’s a small, family-run spot with a relaxed feel and a cozy terrace that offers a nice break from...

I stumbled upon Pop Café on a warm afternoon while wandering around the Oltrarno, and it ended up being where I had one of the most laid-back aperitivos of my trip. It’s not the kind of place that screams “hidden gem”. It just does what it does well. Coffee, cocktails,...

If you’re wandering through the Oltrarno and catch the scent of something rich, earthy, and unmistakably Florentine, you might just be near Da Simone. This isn’t a sleek trattoria or a polished enoteca. It’s a street food stand. Locals know it well, and I quickly understood why. Da Simone is...

I’Raddi di Santo Spirito is the kind of place you stumble upon and immediately feel like you’ve found something special. While it’s not plastered all over tourist guides, it clearly holds a dear place in the hearts of both locals and travelers who come looking for something more real. Pasta...

Alimentari Sandro & Ivana is the kind of place you might walk past if you weren’t paying attention but trust me, you shouldn’t. This tiny deli is packed to the ceiling with local flavors and character. It’s part specialty grocer, part neighborhood hangout, and part living history. Whether you’re after...

Tucked away in a quieter corner of Florence, Trattoria da Ginone is one of those places that feels like it’s always been there and in many ways, it has. Listed as a historical shop by the city and run today by a mother-and-son duo, this traditional trattoria has been serving...

Florence is packed with wine bars and charming eateries, but Fiaschetteria Fantappié stands out for one reason: it genuinely feels like stepping into another time. It’s a nostalgic, rustic corner of Florence where the wine flows, the food comforts, and the atmosphere makes you want to stay all night. I...