Florence Traditional Food Tour Collective

Expect a full meal or even more! The food choice depends on season and availability. Be ready for an immersive food experience in a relaxing atmosphere! Here is a list of our Florence Food Tour possible tastings:

• Cured Meats & Local Cheeses from Tuscany: to experience the heart of Florence’s traditional aperitivo with an array of local cured meats and cheeses, served alongside toasted bread and a glass of Chianti wine. Enjoy this delicious spread in one of the city’s oldest and most renowned wine shops, where the flavors of Tuscany come to life.
• Potatoes tortelli: dscover a recipe from the Mugello hills, near Florence. These hand-made potato tortelli are rectangular dumplings filled with a savory mix of potatoes, parmesan cheese, walnuts, and a touch of salt. Served in a top-ranking trattoria, these comforting dumplings offer a true taste of the Tuscan countryside.
• Pici: no trip to Tuscany is complete without tasting pici, the region’s traditional, hand-rolled spaghetti. You’ll enjoy this thick, chewy pasta topped with a rich sauce of black cabbage and bacon—or choose from a variety of other delicious options to suit your taste.
• Schiacciata: a savory twist on the classic schiacciata fiorentina, which is usually a sweet bread. In this version, cured meats and cheese are sandwiched between the soft, flavorful bread, offering a delicious, satisfying treat.
• Pappa al pomodoro: taste this traditional farmer’s dish that has been lovingly passed down through generations. Made with tomatoes, bread, and olive oil, this comforting dish is expertly prepared in a lively, authentic trattoria that’s been serving it for decades.
• Ribollita: a true Florence classic, ribollita is a hearty vegetable and bread soup. This rustic dish, made from local greens and beans, is a must-try for anyone wanting to experience the flavors of Tuscany’s countryside.
• Ice cream or cantucci and vin santo: end your culinary journey with two of Florence’s finest desserts. Choose between a scoop of gourmet ice cream from a top artisanal gelateria or the timeless pairing of cantucci biscuits dipped in vin santo, served in one of the city’s most renowned patisseries