Modern Florence

Beyond David and the duomo.

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One week in Todos Santos. One week at Cabo Azul. Done the Cabo scene already, looking to move the wife towards staying more often in the quieter locales of Todos Santos by splitting time between the two. We’re both foodies...

I did a search on Sam’s website and found two selections: Cantine Baroncini "Il Santo" Vin Santo, Toscana NV $7.99 375ml San Felice Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 2000 $25.99 375ml Sam’s Wine CHICAGO DOWNERS GROVE HIGHLAND...

Well, at least its confirmation on the site that Il Latini has not in fact improved over the last 20 yrs since we went there – from its $5 a day Frommer guide, to now, it has been primarily a place for young hungry tourists...

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and vin santo, a Tuscan tradition. I kept telling my girlfriend as I was reeled over in pain from overeating, “ I'm still getting gelato on the way back to the hotel.” I’m glad I thought better. The bill was 80...

, a la Il Latini. I will be in Florence next month: Should I put Il Ritrovo on my list? (note: I have been to Il Latini and while I found the food to be good, I did not care for the feel of the place, which seemed overwhelmingly...

doorway too early. Hope to do a more detailed writeup on our trip later this week. We visited four Chow-recommended places (Il Ritrovo, Osteria Santo Spirito, Trattoria Sostanza, Cantinetta del Verazzano), with very good results...

You might think that with last week containing Thanksgiving, it would be hard to squeeze in all the rest, but somehow..anyway, herewith some impressions. Il dos Molinos—had never been here before, dragged by a friend who...

Just got back from 8 days in Florence (reviews forthcoming, I promise.) My recommendation is Il Santo Bevitore, be sure to make a reservation. We ate there twice. The food is a cool blend of traditional ingredients with...

Our favorite places in Florence were: Mario’s — a humble, busy, casual spot that was perfect for lunch – with really great food. And, Il Santo Bevitore - a more upscale spot that was perfect for a quiet dinner...

dinner: Buca dell’Orafo Florence – Wednesday lunch: 'Ino pre-dinner: Le Volpi e L’Uva dinner: Il Santo bevitore Florence – Thursday lunch: Cafe Cibreo dinner: aperitivi tour @ Fuori Porta, Noir, QB Quantobasta.