Discover the remarkable life of Artemisia Gentileschi, her artistic achievements in Medici Florence and the powerful Baroque paintings that made her famous. […]
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A small oratory near Dante’s House reveals Renaissance Florence through scenes of everyday care. Discover its frescoes, opening hours and how to include it in your walk. […]
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Discover Castagnaccio, Tuscany’s traditional chestnut cake made with chestnut flour, olive oil, raisins, pine nuts and rosemary, and learn why this rustic autumn speciality tells the story of rural Tuscan cooking. […]
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Discover Pan di Ramerino, Florence’s traditional rosemary and raisin bread, its medieval origins, Holy Thursday tradition and distinctive sweet-savoury flavour. […]
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Discover Zuccotto, Florence’s distinctive dome-shaped dessert, its Medici and Buontalenti legends, traditional ingredients, Alchermes and changing recipes. […]
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Discover Quaresimali, Florence’s traditional alphabet-shaped Lent biscuits, their uncertain origins, religious symbolism, seasonal tradition and classic recipe. […]
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