Introduction
Florence and the Chianti hills are the heart of gastronomic Tuscany, where bistecca alla fiorentina and red wine reign supreme.
The area boasts 4 protected-designation products and 5 dishes of the local tradition and 1 UNESCO heritage sites.
Upcoming Events & Festivals
Here are the upcoming events in Firenze e Chianti:
Recurring Events
These events take place every year in Firenze e Chianti:
Calcio Storico Fiorentino
GiugnoFirenze
Torneo di calcio in costume rinascimentale in Piazza Santa Croce.
Chianti Classico Collection
FebbraioFirenze
Anteprima delle nuove annate del Chianti Classico.
Festa del Grillo
Ascensione (maggio)Firenze
Tradizione fiorentina nel Parco delle Cascine.
PDO, PGI and local products
The protected-designation products of Firenze e Chianti represent the excellence of the area:
The quintessential Tuscan wine, made from Sangiovese grapes in the heart of Chianti.
Extra virgin olive oil with the fruity and peppery flavors of the Chianti hills.
Tuscan salami seasoned with wild fennel seeds.
A soft Carnival pastry dusted with powdered sugar and decorated with a lily.
What to eat in Firenze e Chianti
A Chianina beef T-bone steak grilled over an open flame, at least 5 cm thick, served rare.
A hearty soup of bread, black cabbage, and cannellini beans, reboiled the day after it's made.
A simple soup of stale bread, tomatoes, basil, and olive oil—a humble traditional dish.
Florentine street food: boiled tripe served in a sandwich.
A sweet focaccia with Canaiolo grapes and sugar, typical of the harvest season.
Traditions & Culture
A Florentine Easter tradition: a pyrotechnic cart explodes in front of the Duomo.
An ancient violent game in period costume, a mix of football, rugby, and wrestling dating back to the 16th century.
UNESCO Heritage
Cradle of the Renaissance, featuring the Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, and Palazzo Pitti.
Historical Figures
Born in Vinci in 1452, he trained in Florence in the workshop of Verrocchio.
The Magnificent, a patron who made Florence the cradle of the Renaissance.
Local Communities
The festivals and events in Firenze e Chianti are organized by Pro Loco associations and local groups that safeguard the area's traditions:
Curiosities
“Bistecca alla fiorentina takes its name from the Feast of San Lorenzo, where meat was roasted in the town square.”
“Calcio Storico Fiorentino has been called 'the world's most violent sport' and is played in 16th-century costumes.”
“Lampredotto is the true Florentine street food, sold by street vendors (lampredottai) since the 15th century.”
Frequently Asked Questions
1What PDO and PGI products are found in Florence and Chianti?expand_more
Florence and Chianti are home to 4 protected designation products, including: Chianti Classico (DOCG), Olio Chianti Classico (DOP), Finocchiona (PGI), and Schiacciata alla fiorentina (PAT).
2What should you eat in Florence and Chianti?expand_more
The typical dishes of Florence and Chianti include: Bistecca alla fiorentina, Ribollita, Pappa al pomodoro, Lampredotto, and Schiacciata con l'uva. Each dish tells the story of the region's gastronomic heritage.
3What UNESCO World Heritage Sites are in Florence and Chianti?expand_more
Florence and Chianti are home to 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Historic Centre of Firenze (Cultural, 1982).
4What are the most famous festivals in Florence and Chianti?expand_more
Among the most important festivals and events in Florence and Chianti: Calcio Storico Fiorentino (Florence, June); Chianti Classico Collection (Florence, February); Festa del Grillo (Florence, Ascension Day - May).
5Who organizes the festivals in Florence and Chianti?expand_more
The festivals in Florence and Chianti are organized by local communities such as the Consorzio Vino Chianti Classico and the Associazione Lampredottai Fiorentini. These local associations and organizations are guardians of the region's gastronomic traditions.