30 Great Places To Eat & Drink In Florence

Italy is famous for its food, and for good reason. However, not all restaurants are created equal. In my year living in Florence, I was lucky enough to eat my way through many of the city’s dining establishments, and have sorted through the good, bad, and the touristy to bring you this list! Though this…

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5 Must Try Vegan Eats In Florence

The Italian land of precious meats and cheeses can be quite overwhelming for a vegan. Fortunately, Europe has been making great strides towards the vegan lifestyle and Italy is no exception. Florence has a multitude of options from burgers to brunch and even gelato. The list could go on for quite a while (check out…

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The Top 10 Must Visit Gelaterias In Florence

You don’t go to Italy without eating gelato and you definitely don’t go to Florence without eating at least a few (once a day is a good starting average). However, with a different gelateria on every street corner, it can be hard knowing which ones to go to and which ones to avoid. After some…

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Florence Foodie: La Ménagère

Nestled in the center of historic Florence lies La Ménagère, a modern concept restaurant that feels like it was transported from a trendy urban neighborhood in London or San Francisco. Originally opened in 1896 as an iconic Florentine shop, La Ménagère was recently renovated into the unique space it is now. The industrial decor is created with…

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Florence Foodie: Salumeria Verdi (Pino’s)

Officially called Salumeria Verdi, among study abroad students you are more likely to hear my favorite panino place referred to simply as “Pino’s,” a name affectionately given to the place due to its wonderful owner. I have been coming to Pino’s since I was a study abroad student last year, and spent a year dreaming…

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Florence Foodie: La Milkeria

Also on my list of must try Florence cafes, La Milkeria is one of my favorite spots in Florence to satisfy my sweet tooth. Known for its incredible crepes, waffles, and coffee, its impossible to go wrong when ordering here. Additionally, the price is right (a waffle with toppings and coffee only cost about 7 euro),…

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