A Foodie Guide to Florence Tuscan Cuisine and Wine Pairings
No city does food quite like Florence, and on our Food Tour, you’ll experience the Tuscan capital through your taste buds. Led by an expert guide, you and a group of fellow foodies will explore the artisan district of Oltrarno, tasting the best of Tuscan cuisine and learning to eat like a true Florentine.
We’ll start with crispy schiacciata bread and a glass of Chianti wine (non-alcoholic options available) before diving into the local food scene at a traditional trattoria. Your guide will share the history of Florence’s cuisine and a style of cooking that uses local, seasonal ingredients to create hearty dishes like pappardelle al ragù di cinghiale. You’ll learn about the long-standing traditions of Tuscan cooking and meet the locals who keep these traditions alive. Savor Florentine cheeses and meats, sip local wine, and finish with creamy gelato.
Ideal for families, couples, and food lovers of all kinds. Come curious, come hungry, and discover Florence through its cuisine.
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A Foodie Guide to Florence Tuscan Cuisine and Wine Pairings
What's included in A Foodie Guide to Florence Tuscan Cuisine and Wine Pairings
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Meet your local guide in this charming square. Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour. The tour guide will be holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag.
Oltrarno
This quaint district on the south side of the river is known for its cucina povera and is home to some of the best restaurants in the city. Here we’ll visit local trattorias and experience the rustic flavours of Tuscan cooking.
Your tour finishes at Piazza Santa Croce, the vibrant heart of Florence’s artisan district, which transforms into a lively hub for nightlife once the sun goes down.
Inclusions
- Vegetarian options
- A local, foodie guide
- Small group experience
- Visits to family-owned eateries serving authentic Italian food
- Traditional Tuscan dishes and Chianti wine (non-alcoholic options also available!)
- History of Tuscan cooking and Florentine cuisine
- We cannot accommodate severe food allergies or restrictions such as a gluten-free or vegan diet
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is not suitable for vegans, individuals with food allergies, or those with gluten intolerance.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet your local guide in this charming square and look for a guide holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag.
End Points
- Your tour finishes at Piazza Santa Croce, the vibrant heart of Florence’s artisan district, which transforms into a lively hub for nightlife once the sun goes down.
