Florence Daily News

Voices festival on media freedom returns to Florence

The third edition of the European journalism festival will take place from 10 to 12 March at the Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino.
Palazzo Strozzi unveils 2026 programme, from Rothko to “Broken”

Major exhibitions dedicated to Mark Rothko and to the theme of the fragment will headline 2026 in Florence, alongside new contemporary installations in the courtyard and Project Space.
Uffizi Galleries reopen restored Lorena Staircase after eight years

The historic entrance to the museum’s exhibition route has been consolidated and reinstalled as it appeared in 1769.
Florence issues 30 fines in first weeks of new outdoor dining rules

Checks in the Unesco-listed historic centre targeted unauthorised structures, plastic covers and advertising. Businesses have until 30 April to apply for new concessions.

Vietnamese office opened in Tuscany

Tuesday, September 18, 2012 Editorial Staff Business

A Vietnamese representative office was inaugurated in Italy’s Tuscany region on September 17. The office, located at Tuscany region’s economic promotion agency, will play an important role in exchanging information about economics, trade and investment between Vietnam and Tuscany and helping businesses seek investment opportunities.

Costa Concordia, second tranche of funds approved

Tuesday, September 18, 2012 Jamie "Florence" Lorenzini News

Cleaning up the half-sunken Costa Concordia cruise liner off the coast of Giglio island is going according to plan, according to supervisors from the region of Tuscany on Tuesday. “Results of the program have been satisfactory,” said Tuscan regional cabinet member Maria Sargentini.

Giallo Fever! Some Italian movies in New York

Tuesday, September 18, 2012 Jamie "Florence" Lorenzini Life

Giallo films have enjoyed a revival of interest due to DVD releases of several titles, they have yet to receive the 35mm treatment they absolutely deserve in a city like New York. They are programmed by Alessio Giorgetti, Alessio Grana, and Yunsun Chae at the Anthology Film Archives (32 Second Avenue at 2nd St. New York, NY 10003 USA) from September 20, 2012 to September 30, 2012.

Trentodoc in eleven prestigious restaurants in Florence

Tuesday, September 18, 2012 Jamie "Florence" Lorenzini Life

From September 18 to 20 the bubbles of Trentino’s mountain will be presented in elegant restaurants, wine bars and pubs in the city center, thanks to the synergy with wine critic Luigi Cremona and Witaly.

Self-portraits donated from Jan Fabre’s chapters

Monday, September 17, 2012 Jamie "Florence" Lorenzini Arts

The Uffizi Gallery’s vast collection of self-portraits is to acquire two new works, the self-portraits of Belgian artist Jan Fabre, which he has donated to the museum and which will remain on display in the Sala del Camino on the first floor of the Uffizi until 30 September.

Autumn’s soul in the kitchen in Florence

Monday, September 17, 2012 Jamie "Florence" Lorenzini Travel

Autumn’s soul in the kitchen, in Florence: from 20th September to 13th October the Grand Hotel Minerva will present some of the typical autumn classic – Florentine steak, duck, wild boar or pappardelle – with seasonal products just as fried mushrooms, grilled or sautéed, egg salad, figs, Italy grape, strawberry and “red globe”.

A brilliant Fiorentina defeated Catania 2-0

Monday, September 17, 2012 Jamie "Florence" Lorenzini Sports

A brilliant and cynical Fiorentina led by Montella, defeated Catania 2-0, he coached until a few months ago, thanks to the brilliance Jovetic, who scored his 4th goal this season and the return of Toni, who scored after 60 seconds of coming on. This return had been awaited for years and was greatly supported by Montella, warming the hearts of the Tuscan fans.

Shopping in Florence at the Vogue fashion’s night

Sunday, September 16, 2012 Jamie "Florence" Lorenzini Life

This year the Vogue fashion’s night out will take place in Florence, Italy. It’s the first time in the Tuscan capital after Milan and Rome. This event, scheduled September 18, 2012, will be a new opportunity to show the side of the city that’s involved with fashion and lifestyle. Shops will stay open at night until 11:30 pm and amid the exclusive products realized just for this event, meetings with designers and more.

Watch the top ten gelateria’s in Florence

Friday, September 14, 2012 Jamie "Florence" Lorenzini Life

Whitney Richelle and Natalie Roth of Studentsville.it take you to the top gelateria’s in Florence, Italy. The history of gelato dates back to frozen desserts served in ancient Rome and Egypt made from snow and ice brought down from mountaintops and preserved below ground.

Richard Ginori 1735 liquidators present appeal

Friday, September 14, 2012 Jamie "Florence" Lorenzini Business

Liquidators for Richard Ginori 1735 have submitted to the court in Florence, Italy, an appeal to present a previous agreement. The Florence based company leading manufacturer of fine china tableware and artistic porcelain. On the strength of its manufacturing tradition the Group markets its products under two brand names: Richard Ginori and Capodimonte.