Restaurant Enoteca Pinchiorri
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in town
French by birth, Italian at heart, Annie Féolde brings the best of both cultures to her dishes. In relationship with sommelier Giorgio Pinchiorri, she originally prepared light dishes to accompany his fine wines: today she has become one of the most highly regarded chefs in Italy. In a Renaissance palace in Florence, her creative and fine cuisine now takes center stage. Her spaghetti “I pici con le briciole” are hand-made as the farmers in Tuscany used to prepare them. However, there is also a touch of unmistakable modernism, which is as welcome in Italy as elsewhere around the world. ...Read more
Italy, Florence

Relais Santa Croce
Hotel and restaurant in town
In the heart of Florence, the former Ciofi Jacometti palace, restored in a manner that faithfully respects its architecture and original frescoes, is home to the Relais Santa Croce. The charm of this extraordinary place is immediately apparent, an ideal setting full of charm and intimacy just a stone’s throw from the city’s main attractions. The magnificent rooms and suites with views of the rooftops and Basilica combine period furniture with contemporary design, elegant details and a sumptuous finish. The attentive, impeccable service gives you the impression of being welcomed into a private residence. The restaurant Guelfi e Ghibellini offers a seasonal menu midway between tradition and innovation. ...Read more
Italy, Florence