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A Guide to Dining Through Your First Days in Florence
Upon arriving in Florence, Italy, the wanderlust traveler, eager to explore new surroundings in a city rich with history and activity,...
May 25, 20236 min read


The Sant’Ambrogio Market: Where Local Food Fosters Community
Written by Clare Meyers When foreigners picture Italian food culture, they envision plates heaped with whorls of spaghetti, expansive...
May 24, 20235 min read

Wine Windows of Florence: Overcoming Two Plagues
By Uma Raja Within the winding corridors of Florence, fragments of history are embedded in the walls. Some appear as lonely wood panels...
May 24, 20234 min read

Wine: The Beating Heart of Italian Cuisine and Culture
Amanda Jones What do rolling green hills, Roman Gods, ancient funerals, and a casual dinner have in common? The answer: Wine. Wine has...
May 24, 20237 min read


In a Land Full of Carbs: How to Have a Healthy Day
Allison Kennedy Eating healthy on vacation can be very difficult from trying to find a healthy place to wanting to indulge in famous...
May 24, 20236 min read

Italy’s Coffee Culture: How to Drink Coffee Like a Local
By Layla Dubreucq When stepping onto the cobblestone streets of Florence, the air is permeated with the aroma of rich espresso. Here,...
May 24, 20234 min read


Experience Florence's Oldest Tradition One Glass at a Time
By: Brooke Davidson Florence’s streets may be narrow, but your waist won’t be after you indulge yourself in the restaurants this city has...
May 24, 20234 min read


Cannolis: The most Iconic Dessert in Italy
By Alyssa Barnes Cannolis are one of the most iconic desserts from Italy. They can be spotted in just about every bakery and cafe...
May 24, 20234 min read

Culinary Charms of Florence: Zio Gigi's Exquisite Delights
By Maura Schaeffer Florence is a city known for its art, history, and of course, its delectable cuisine. Among the myriad of dining...
May 24, 20234 min read

Keeping Cultural Cuisine: Venezuela in the Heart of Florence
Pizza, pasta, calzones, and wines are all facets of Italian cuisine tourists and locals initially think about when they think of...
May 24, 20235 min read


The Florentine Sweet Tooth
Savory foods headline Italian advertisements and restaurant specials. But the sweet side of Italian culture is rich in both flavor and...
May 24, 20234 min read


Gelato: DOs and DON'Ts
By. Mallory Bachmann Cup of Gelato After a long day filling up on pizza and pasta, many visitors of Florence will look for a sweet treat...
May 24, 20234 min read
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