Join a food-loving local guide to learn about local and regional cuisines while exploring the city's small alleyways. Walk through charming districts while strolling around the main squares and sites before arriving at a local bakery where you'll taste a few sweet delights.Starting from Piazza della Repubblica you’ll be taken to savor some traditional and typical dishes as any Florentine would do! You’ll learn why we love our food! And soon you’ll be talking with your hands as well. Piazza della Repubblica used to be the Forum of the old Roman city when Florence was founded in 59bC by Julius CesarMeet owner Alessandro who will welcome you to his store situated close to the Ponte Vecchio. Taste Olive oil and balsamic vinegar, Tuscan prosciutto and other typical salumi, bread with local pecorino cheese and a glass of Chianti.Say your goodbyes and head towards your next stop. On the way pass by Piazza della Signoria. This is the true “heart” of the city, where once all the power of Renaissance Florence was held. While there pass by the Porcellino statue to try your “luck” and get a sneak-peek of the magnificent Ponte Vecchio. The next stop is charming spot that offers the best of Cucina Povera Toscana. You can look forward to Ribollita or Panzanella, Pappa al Pomodoro, Lampredotto and bread paired with local wine.After that much food it’s time to visit a true iconic Enoteca, a real treasure trove of local products from the region, including wines, olive oils, and pastries. Think of it as a Tuscan food museum! As we delve into the food conversation, you will enjoy tasting two glasses of exquisite wine paired with fettunta and top-notch olive oil to cleanse their palate.And on the topic of wine, which is one of the threads that will guide our food journey today: let us speak of vineyards, sun, and Tuscan lands, but also of small windows where this nectar was served in dark times, like in Dante's inferno yet the light shined like the sun on the golden roof of the gorgeous Cathedral of the Florentine Duomo. We’ll pass by this quintessential landmark on our way to the next stop: the best gelateria in town. Because who can resist trying authentic Italian gelato while in Italy? Trust us, it's unreal!Continue to a true Florentine Hidden Gem part theatre, part bookstore and part bar, with a wine window as well to taste some amazing Tuscan cookies. We will bid farewell with a glass of Vin Santo. It's a quintessential Tuscan ritual nobody should miss! Before you go, make sure to ask your local guide where else to dine and drink in the cityImportant InformationWe can accommodate vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free, and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests.