Category: Florence Food & Drink

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...

Tucked away on the Oltrarno side of Florence, Pasticceria Buonamici is a third-generation family bakery that’s been quietly perfecting its craft since the 1950s. I didn’t walk in expecting anything fancy or overly polished. Instead, I found a place that’s genuinely rooted in routine where locals come for their morning...

Florence is home to many popular restaurants, but Babae stands out for the way it blends Tuscan tradition with a modern spirit. Babae has become a must-visit, not only for its inviting interior and creative menu, but also for something quite unique: the wine window. You may have seen it...

Florence’s love affair with gelato is as deep-rooted as its Renaissance heritage. Every corner in the city offers a cone or cup, but few places match the devotion to quality and craftsmanship found at La Sorbettiera. I discovered their Santo Spirito location while exploring the Oltrarno neighborhood and was instantly...

I didn’t expect to get emotional over a bowl of handmade pasta, but Florence Food Studio surprised me. What started as a fun activity turned into one of the most genuine experiences I’ve had in Florence. This wasn’t just a pasta making class; it felt like being invited into someone’s...