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Florence Christmas Lights

In Allora (our blog):
One of the most memorable times of the year in Florence is Christmas (Natale in Italian). The city always has a different set of displays every year, especially on via Calzaiuoli, but the one constant is an amazing array of Christmas lights throughout her streets. Below are some of my favorite Christmas light photos from Florence. Looking down via dei Servi towards the Duomo at dusk Florence's C... read more.

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December in Florence : Dicembre a Firenze

In This Month in Florence:
Florence in the snow as seen from San Miniato al Monte in 2009 December is a special time to be in Florence - the winter light makes for fantastic sunsets, and the Arno can be very still at times, providing some great picture taking opportunities. The city is always lit up and decorated, giving the whole center a festive and magical feeling. There are Christmas markets everywhere, and if you are ... read more.

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Osteria L'Antico Noè

In Food & Drink, In Santa Croce:
L'Antico Noè is two places in one: a sandwich (panino) shop famous for overflowing tuscan panini and a sit-down osteria offering seasonal and regional specialties. The sandwich shop has always been popular with the student community and local shopkeepers because it's a great place for a quick, cheap, and delicious lunch. Order a sandwich from their menu, or create your own combination, and follow... read more.

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La Rassegna dell'Olio di Reggello

In Events in Florence:
The Rassegna dell'Olio di Reggello in Piazza Santa Croce. Please note this photo is of the 37th edition - we are now on the 51st! This annual event of the first pressing of Olive Oil from the town of Reggello is a great opportunity to get the full flavor of the spicy, green and gold Tuscan olive oil (our favorite!), and of course it is all for sale! For many years this event was held in Piazza Sa... read more.

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Trattoria I'Brindellone

In Food & Drink, In Oltrarno / Santo Spirito:
If you find yourself near Santa Maria del Carmine around lunch time you should try I'Brindellone (the "brindellone" is the cart of St. John which is used in an elaborate fire works display during Easter mass). The entrance to Trattoria I'Brindellon on Piazza Piattellina While it may not look like much from the outside, I'Brindellone is a real authentic Florentine trattoria and we have had excell... read more.

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November in Florence : Novembre a Firenze

In This Month in Florence:
Florence marks the beginning and end of November with a huge historical anniversary, and an international sporting event: the somber remembrance of one of this cities worst tragedies, the epic Flood of 1966 on November 4th, contrasted by the lively Firenze Marathon, traditionally held near the month's end. This year's race takes place on Sunday, November 24th. The flood waters in Piazza Santa Trì... read more.

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Trattoria Il Giova

In Food & Drink, In Santa Croce:
Update for Trattoria Il Giova: We had the pleasure of dining at Il Giova again this year for the first time in a long time and it did not disappoint! I found out that the ownership changed right around the time I left Florence (over 10 years ago!), but another family took over the business and it is running it in the same friendly way. We enjoyed our meal and conversation with the new owners and s... read more.

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Helen Frankenthaler: Painting without Rules

In Allora (our blog):
Palazzo Strozzi presents the most extensive retrospective ever held in Italy dedicated to one of the most revolutionary artists of the twentieth century, Helen Frankenthaler. The exhibition provides an in-depth overview of Frankenthaler's work, placing her art in dialogue with her famous Color Field and Abstract Expressionist contemporaries: Jackson Pollock, Robert Motherwell, Mark Rothko, Morris ... read more.

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Ceramics Fair (Fiera della Ceramica)

In Events in Florence:
One of our favorite annual events in Florence is the Fiera della Ceramica (ceramics fair). Historically this event was held in Piazza Santissima Annunziata, but in 2023 the event was moved to Piazza Santa Croce. This year's event will take place on the first weekend of October, the 5th and 6th. The event is organized by the Arte della Ceramica, and you can find additional information on their web... read more.

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October in Florence : Ottobre a Firenze

In This Month in Florence:
Some wonderful events (and usually impeccable weather) await the visitors to and residents of Florence in October, including one of our favorite annual events, the Fiera della Ceramica (ceramics festival) in Piazza Santa Croce. There are more details about all of these events in the links below: Major October events in Florence: The major religious event of the month is the Feast of St. Reparata... read more.

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