General

Join us and experience the perfect fusion of a small guided tour of Florence with a true local food tour throughout one of the city’s most charming areas.

After the rendezvous with our local guide, your food journey will start by visiting a traditional vineria to savour a genuine Italian “aperitivo”. While feasting on a selection of seasonal specialties, cheeses and olive oils, you will learn everything about the history of these typical Italian appetisers.

Enjoy a taste of several wines, produced in Tuscany by experienced wine makers, as our guide will teach you how to recognise their colours and perfumes. You’ll also have the chance to learn the principles of viticulture and wine making, as well as the key features of the different areas in which each wine is produced.

While proceeding to our next food stop, the guide will tell you everything you wish to know about the main squares of Florence and their history, as most of them were originally open air markets where Florentines used to buy their food. You’ll learn more about local ingredients and dishes, but do not expect too many details on recipes, as most Italians keep them as a family secret! In the meantime, you’ll taste a variety of traditional Italian dishes including a typical Tuscan soup. In a stunning location, of course!

For the sweetest possible finale, our tour ends with an exquisite gelato in one of Florence’s most important homemade ice cream shops. To your great surprise, you’ll get to know how even this typical food has ancient history to tell. In fact, this frozen dessert was discovered by ancient Romans, who used to carry snow and ice from the mountains, and conserved it deep underground in very distant towns!

Duration

4 hours

Availability

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Available everyday except January 1, Easter and Xmas day.

Price

Prices depend on the amount of people in your group and on the period. Advance bookings will get better prices. We offer discounts to large parties and kids. Contact us for more info.

Weather restrictions

The tour takes places rain or shine.

Dressing code

Comfortable shoes.

Age groups

Suitable to everybody. Options for vegetarians and people with special dietery requirements.