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A 250-metre dinner table transforms Florence’s Via Tornabuoni for one night

More than 400 people sat down to dinner along Via Tornabuoni and Via Strozzi on September 15, 2026.

A new food concept created specifically for the Renaissance palace will open at the end of September, serving breakfast, lunch and aperitivo.

Researchers studying traditional fermented dairy products from a remote valley in Tajikistan have identified distinctive characteristics.

Florence will mark two important dates in its civic calendar between 8 and 11 August 2026.

A document discovered in the historic pharmacy at San Marco convent describes a tonic made with coca leaves and kola nuts.

The Tuscan singer, son of Andrea Bocelli, will now represent the San Miniato hills and their celebrated white truffle around the world.

The famous Florentine sandwich shop has expanded to Sydney.

Workers are calling for higher pay, greater protections during extreme heat and changes to their employment conditions.

Beyond its Renaissance landmarks, repeat visitors are increasingly drawn to neighbourhood life, local craftsmanship and everyday culture.

Created by a master’s student living in the city, Florence Hidden Gems brings together 37 cafés, restaurants and bars.