(Cont.) Firenze: Culinary Delights ☕️🥩
🎁💝Souvenir Shop Recommendations in Firenze
📍Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella (pic 5-6)
A must-visit for unique perfumes and skincare products! 🧴💆🏻♀️ When you walk in, you get hit by the lovely sight of dazzling perfumes, each telling its own unique story. The interior grabs your attention with its antique décor and original wooden shelves packed with curated items. You’ll find a wide range of fragrances, along with artisanal skincare products, herbal remedies, and luxurious candles. 🕯️
🛍️ The friendly staff stands ready to help you navigate their impressive selection, guiding you to find the perfect scent that fits your vibe. ✨
📍 Nino and Friends
Delightful chocolate 🍫 and truffle shop with free tastings of various cookies 🍪 , chocolates, truffle sauces, and wines 🍷. Their gnocchi served with truffle sauce is a delicious bonus! 😋 The cookies are soft with creamy texture which melt in your mouth. 👅
🛍️ My choice: 💗
- 2 boxes of truffle sauce (black mix white truffle) 🫙
- a box of cookies with flavor lemon 🍋, tiramisu, chocolate 🍫 and coffee ☕️.
- 3 packs of chocolate, flavors: pistachio, lemon and caramel 🧚
🥩🍷☕️Food and Drink Recommendations:
📍Vivoli
Don’t miss their famous affogato and gelato! I tried their affogato with two flavors—original and pistachio—and it was hands down the best I’ve ever tasted! ☕️🍨
⚠️ ~15 to 20 minutes wait in queue
📍Wine Window / buchetta del vino 🪟🍸
Locals sold wine through small openings in walls. Today, they still serve delicious Tuscan wines, offering a quick taste of local culture! Explore the narrow paths and streets in Firenze, and you might find your own fav one!
📍Trattoria Zà Zà
Known for its hearty Tuscan dishes, Zà Zà serves everything from delicious handmade pastas to juicy steaks, all crafted with fresh, local ingredients.😋
Their wild boar ragu spaghetti is a must-try, packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. Plus, the outdoor seating lets you enjoy your meal while soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of the bustling streets.
💗 My choice:
- Ravioli with creamy black truffle sauce 🥟
- The Florentine T-bone steak 🥩
⚠️ Book beforehand! It’s always full booking and have to wait for an hour if you’re walk in