Florence Food Tour Options

- All'Antico Vinaio first opened in 1991 as a family-run sandwich shop on Via dei Neri, just steps from the Uffizi Gallery. It gained international recognition and has since expanded to other cities in Italy and the United States. - The sandwiches from All'Antico Vinaio are renowned for their freshly baked Tuscan schiacciata bread, which is similar to focaccia. Popular fillings include prosciutto toscano, pecorino cheese, and truffle cream. - Many Florence food tours go beyond street food to explore the city's historic markets, such as the Mercato Centrale (Central Market) or the Sant'Ambrogio Market. These visits often include tastings of local products like prosciutto, pecorino cheese, and extra virgin olive oil. - Florentine cooking classes often focus on "cucina povera," or peasant cooking, which emphasizes simple, high-quality local ingredients. Staple dishes that may be taught include handmade pasta, the hearty bread and vegetable soup called Ribollita, and the famous Florentine steak, Bistecca alla Fiorentina. - Winery excursions from Florence typically head to the Chianti region, located about a 45-minute to an hour's drive from the city. These tours often include visits to two or more wineries for tastings of Chianti Classico wine, and sometimes also include sampling of local olive oil. - A classic Florentine street food, not always found on curated tours, is Lampredotto. This local delicacy is made from the fourth stomach of a cow, slow-cooked in broth, and typically served in a sandwich. - Beyond savory items, Tuscan cuisine also features traditional desserts like Cantucci, which are almond biscuits often served with a sweet dessert wine called Vin Santo for dipping. Another local sweet is Schiacciata alla Fiorentina, a light orange-flavored cake popular during Carnival.