There is no place like Florence during Christmas time. The second half of November the entire city begins its preparations so that by December 1st the entire city is adorned in Christmas decor. Every street is strewn with twinkly lights, door frames of shops are covered with wreaths, and every Piazza has its own special … Christmas in Florence with Lindsay
On a Friday night, a friend and I agreed to treat ourselves to a nice dinner with good food and good wine. We found a restaurant with outdoor seating and a lovely view of one of the city’s many beautiful buildings, the church of Santa Croce. With our menus in hand, we made a snap-decision … A Must-Have in Florence: La Bistecca Alla Fiorentina
The Real Experience in Florence The best way to visit a touristic city is to try to see it with those who live there. Finding the best places to spend the evening, to eat lunch, and to go out to dinner is essential for making the best of your experience in Firenze. Don’t think that … What to do in Florence, the tour guide
One of the beautiful things about Florentine culture, and about Italian culture in general, is the central focus on enjoying the fruit and vegetables that are grown during each season. Because food is so important, seasonal produce is practically celebrated when its time comes. This way, there is always something to look forward to during the … The Foods for August: Eating in Season in Italy
The Festival of San Giovanni is held every year in Florence and marks the day of celebration and reverence for the city. The festival is marked with various events that include a historical procession, various sporting events and a firework and light show at the end of the day. San Giovanni, or Saint John the … Florence’s “Festival of San Giovanni” is underway for this Tuesday, June 24th.
If you want to learn how to cook an authentic Italian meal, start by bypassing the trip to the supermarket and go to one of the traditional markets here in Florence, such as the Central Market in San Lorenzo or the Sant’Ambrogio Market, to obtain the freshest foods and ingredients possible. That’s exactly what the … Learning to Cook like an Italian
I cannot think of any historical figure more important to read up on if you are preparing for a trip to the Renaissance city. Dante Alighieri, born in Florence in 1265, is rendered as a pinnacle figure in his hometown not only as a poet, but as a philosopher and scholar as well. His family’s … Who Is Dante?
Vin Santo, meaning “Holy Wine” in Italian, derived its name from its use in history as a wine that was drank during religious mass, particularly, during the Holy Eucharist. It is because of this, it is said that this particular name is now used as the umbrella name to describe this specific category of wine. … Vin Santo – Feast Your Palate on Tuscan Holy Wine
One of the best way to get to Florence, if you are staying outside of the city center, is take the Train. Let’s start with some vocabulary: – Train tracks are called “binari” in Italy – A (train) ticket is, “un biglietto” or if plural, “I biglietti” – Track numbers are known as “bin” in … Using Trains in Italy: Tips 101
If you’re looking to add a little something special to your holiday feast with friends and family, why not try out the traditional Italian dessert known as Pandoro. Although some may disagree, most of my research pointed towards the city of Verona as the origin of this delicious treat. Having been most commonly consumed by … Pandoro History and Recipe
