Tuscany is undoubtedly one of the foodie capitals of Italy, so it’s no surprise that Florence offers such a vibrant and exciting food scene. From the whimsical ‘wine windows’ to fantastic fresh pasta, visitors to Florence can find culinary delights on every corner, and taking a food tour is a great way to uncover the very best bites with a local. Our small-group tour allows you to spend the evening eating your way through Florence, learning the intriguing stories behind the delectable dishes and drinks along the way.
On your small-group evening food tour, you will:
- Spend the evening savouring Florentine cuisine in the historic heart of the city;
- Visit some of Florence’s most esteemed restaurants in the company of a knowledgeable local;
- Learn the hallmarks of Florence’s food scene, underpinned by an emphasis on simple, local ingredients;
- Sample a range of dishes, including fabulous fresh pasta whipped up by a local chef;
- Stop by one of the famous wine windows and hear the intriguing origin story of this centuries-old tradition;
- Sip various spectacular Tuscan wines and get a crash course in the main varieties, from the classic Chianti to the innovative Super Tuscans;
- Get the lowdown on the cooking techniques that make the recipes irresistible;
- Enjoy a Negroni and find out how this world-famous cocktail was invented in Florence;
- End your tour with a decadent gelato and discover how to tell if this quintessentially Italian dessert is truly authentic.
As twilight falls over Florence and the day’s crowds begin to thin, this intimate evening food and wine tour invites you to uncover the flavours, traditions, and tucked-away local favourites that define Florence’s rich gastronomic heritage, all in the company of a friendly Florentine guide who knows where the real magic lies.
Your evening begins in a lively piazza in the heart of the artsy Oltrarno neighbourhood. After getting acquainted with your guide, you’ll wander through the charming streets of the historic centre, pausing at hidden courtyards, centuries-old palazzi, and beloved eateries that many visitors overlook. Along the way, you’ll sample an array of dishes that showcase Florence’s devotion to simple, local ingredients, perhaps a comforting bowl of a classic Tuscan ribollita or pappa al pomodoro, followed by irresistible fresh pasta prepared before your eyes by a local chef.
Of course, no deep dive into Tuscan gastronomy would be complete without wine, so there will be ample opportunity to try the best blends that Florence has to offer. You’ll duck into an atmospheric cellar to taste a bold Super Tuscan, sip classics like Chianti, and even experience Florence’s quirky wine windows, a centuries-old tradition brought vividly to life with stories from your guide. To round out the evening, you’ll enjoy a perfectly mixed Negroni, the iconic cocktail born here in Florence, before finishing on a sweet note with an artisanal gelato. Along the way, your guide will teach you how to distinguish the real, authentic version of this frozen treat from the fluorescent impostors.
By the end of the tour, you will have not only tasted your way through Florence, but you’ll have delved into its cultural fabric, uncovering how food and drink are woven into daily life and the city’s rich history. It is an evening designed for the inquisitive traveller: immersive, convivial, and unforgettable.
