A Guide to Birthday Dinner in Florence
It’s birthday time in Florence, and you need somewhere to celebrate. Fear not; the Renaissance city is one of the most beautiful places to enjoy a meal for a special occasion. Since I’ve lived in Italy, I’ve got to spend two of my birthdays in Florence, and I’m already planning...
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Pop Café Florence Review: Bright Bowls & Creative Café Fare Near the Duomo
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,...
Da Simone Florence Review: Hearty Tuscan Tradition in a Cozy Locale
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 Review: Cozy Pasta & Tuscan Tradition in Oltrarno
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 Review: Florentine Deli Delights & Wines
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...
Top 10 Most Instagrammed Roman Dishes
There are two universal truths: Italians take food rules more seriously than soccer fans take penalties, and the rest of the world can’t stop posting pictures of pasta. Somewhere between #foodporn and #carbonara, Roman cuisine has quietly taken over Instagram feeds—and nonna is both proud and slightly horrified. Rome, the...
Trattoria da Ginone Review: Classic Dishes, Local Charm
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...
Fiaschetteria Fantappié Review: Rustic Tuscan Charm in San Frediano
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...
Pasticceria Buonamici Review: A Sweet Slice of Florentine Tradition
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...
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