The historic Florentine pastry shop took first place in the 15th edition of the city’s long-running competition dedicated to one of its traditional Carnival cakes.
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Tag: food and beverage
Schiacciata Fiorentina: the dessert you don’t expect from Tuscans
Tuscans are not famous for making desserts. And yet, every now and then, a sweet comes along that lingers in your memory.
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Tuscan journalists reflect on ethics in food and wine reporting
From European media rules to the daily work of newsrooms, an academic meeting in Florence on food and wine journalism.
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Taste 2026 Returns to Florence with a Focus on True Food
From February 7 to 9, 2026, the food fair organised by Pitti Immagine will bring more than 750 producers to the Fortezza da Basso.
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Historic Caffè Gilli in Florence to Close Temporarily for Renovation
The café will close from January 19 for heritage-approved renovation works and is set to reopen by the end of March.
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Florence chamber sees EU–Mercosur deal as chance to boost exports
The Florence Chamber of Commerce also warns that European producers, especially in agriculture, must be protected from unfair competition.
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Rising Interest in Dealcoholised Wines, but Many Questions Remain
At the Georgofili Academy in Florence, researchers presented the results of the Dewine project.
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Italian Cuisine Listed as UNESCO Intangible Heritage
UNESCO recognises Italy’s culinary traditions as a shared cultural and social heritage.
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Bulgari’s Artisans Take Center Stage at Artigianato e Palazzo
Florence’s historic Giardino Corsini once again hosts Artigianato e Palazzo running September 12–14.
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Free Ragù and Watermelon for San Lorenzo Night in Florence
Florence marks its co-patron saint with civic ceremonies, music, and free food in the square.
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