What began as a political scandal in 1869 transformed into a global fashion phenomenon. The Lobbia Hat, with its roots in Florence’s turbulent history, remains an iconic piece of formal attire.
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Stacotto Fiorentino, typical plate of Florence
Stracotto Fiorentino is a traditional dish from Tuscan cuisine, rich in flavor and history. As the name suggests, it’s a dish made with meat cooked slowly over several hours until it becomes extremely tender.
Antonio Meucci: a world innovator
Antonio Meucci the inventor of phone born and here in the town of Florence and it’s possible to see today this place where you can find a plate on the via Serragli 44 street.
History of Ciardo di Betto’s Tavern in Florence
Atraditional wine shop in florence that has a very long tradition with a history of citizen insuraction, the famos Ciard’s tavern in via Sant. Antonino.
The Historic Farmacia del Cinghiale
historic Farmacia del Cinghiale, one of the city’s oldest pharmacies. A marble plaque behind the central counter tells us that Dr. Antonio Nicola Branchi della Torre conducted significant chemical experiments here, which led to his appointment as a professor of chemistry at the University of Pisa
Fierucola dei Trabiccoli on Florence’s
From the early 1900s, November 11 brought the Fierucola dei Trabiccoli to the Ponte Santa Trinita area in Florence. This much-anticipated fair offered a variety of household items and traditional tools vital for daily domestic life.
The Origins of Palazzo Pandolfini in Florence
Florence’s Palazzo Pandolfini stands as a prominent piece of Renaissance architecture, notable for its history tied to religious institutions and famous figures of the time.
Francesco Ferrucci Captain of Florence Republic
Ferrucci’s most famous contribution came during the Siege of Florence in 1529-1530, when the city attempted to maintain its independence from the Medici, who had enlisted the support of the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V. Ferrucci was appointed captain-general and tasked with defending Florence from the imperial forces that encircled the city.
Santo Spirito, a street on the secret
Located at Via di S. Spirito 58/r, Florence, there exists a rare and intriguing pietrino, a type of stone plaque often embedded in buildings in historic urban centers. These pietrini or lapidini were traditionally used to indicate ownership of a building or property.
Renaissance Printing Pioneers in Florence
The Giunti family’s roots trace back to the 13th century as wool weavers, a trade that provided modest wealth. Florentine tax records indicate that by the 15th century, they were not affluent but held stable economic status.