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One of the most common habits in Italy and in Florence too is having brakfast at the bar. Cappuccino (remember Italians never order cappuccino after a meal) and croissant. Here is a list of my favourite bars (in terms of quality of breakfast):
Pasticceria Gualtieri Via Senese 18 r (Porta Romana) 0039 055 221771 Closed on sundays afternoon and Mondays
Giacosa Roberto Cavalli Via della Spada 10r (S. Maria Novella) 0039 055 2776328
Pasticceria Curtatone. Borgo Ognissanti, 167r. 0039 055 210772 (Ognissanti square)
Pasticceria Piccioli B.go Ognissanti 118 r 0039 055 295086 (Ognissanti square) Leave a Comment
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Everywhere you go in Florence (and Italy) you will see very cute little cars!!
And not only are they cute, they are sensible too - particularly in a city like Florence that has narrow streets and limited parking - the smaller the car the easier your day to day motoring is.
Now, just make sure you don't do too much shopping though....
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 Lampredotto by fgfiLeave a Comment Other Contact: Roadside stands
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It is located in a small lovely square that doesn't even exist on the city plan!
Have a coffee or a glass of wine there. Not hip, but very charming and laid-back rustic-chic cafe. Leave a Comment
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Avoid the two-hour peak-season midday wait by making a telephone reservation. It's easy, slick, and costs only €3 (in addition to the €9.50 admission fee). Dial 055-294-883 during office hours (Mon-Fri 8:30-18:30, Sat 8:30-12:30, closed Sun) at least a day before your visit and ideally at least a few days in advance for a better selection. With the help of an English-speaking operator, you'll get an entry slot (15-min window) and a six-digit confirmation number. Off-season, it can be possible to get a same-day reservation. Using the same phone number, you can reserve in advance for the Accademia, Bargello, Medici Chapels, and Pitti Palace; of these, the Accademia has the worst lines. Leave a Comment Phone: 055 294 883
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Eating in restaurants - throughout most of Italy not just Florence - is very different (excluding tourist traps) than in the U.S.
Just because you aren't lavished with attention doesn't mean they don't care. Italians tend to be laid back about almost everything (except calcio maybe!). You may wait 5 or even 10 minutes (if it's very busy) for your waiter to arrive. Use this time to pick out an antipasto & wine!
Also, they typically don't check back to see how your food is. They will usually be nearby or pass by though, so if there is an issue just politely flag them down/call them over. Please don't call Waiter! (in any language!) or (heaven forbid) snap your fingers to do so. Usually eye contact and a nod will do, although a friendly "per favore" will do the trick too.
They won't rush you, as dining in Italy is an experience, and it is not unusual to take 2 or 3 hours to dine. When you're ready for the check, you'll need to ask for it. Be sure to ask if the "servizio" is included. While we found that in Florence it usually was (not the same thing as the coperto), in Venice it often wasn't.
Most places are very helpful, just bring a phrasebook with you to be sure you're understood (especially if you have food allergies or sensitivities). Don't be rude and assume they speak your language - at least attempt to speak Italian. Even if you aren't very good at it or only know a little, that little bit will go a long way. Cin Cin!
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 I Fratellini by fgfiLeave a Comment Phone: 0039.055.2396096Other Contact: Via dei Cimatori 38 red
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 Phrase book by Marpessa
So here are some helpful phrases to get you started!
Hello/Goodbye (informal): Ciao
Good Morning: Buongiorno
Good Afternoon/Evening: Buonasera
Good Night: Buonanotte
Yes/No: Si/No
Please: per favore
Thank you: grazie
That's fine: Va bene
How Are You?: Come sta?
Open/Closed: aperto/chiuso
Entrance/Exit: entrata/uscita
Where is...?: Dov'e...?
and...
I didn't understand: non ho capito
Do you speak English?: Parla Inglese? Leave a Comment
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 lovers locks by EllenHLeave a Comment
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 Me at Bar anna e Piero in
Mercato Central near San by mydreamquest
However, here at Bar anna e Piero, whilst standing at the cafe bar I was able to purchase a cappucino and espresso for a miniscule $1.40 Euro!!! If you can hold on to your caffeine rush, begin your morning coffee drinks here. It was the best coffee price I found in Firenze and was the best tasting coffee in terms of "awakeness factor" and taste. Leave a Comment
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via Masaccio 228, Florence - De Rose Palace Hotel
Via Solferino 5, Florence - Veb Consult Guesthouse
Via Sant'Egidio, 12, Florence - Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
Lungarno Del Tempio 42 / 44, Florence - Cavaliere Hotel
Piazza Ravenna 16, Florence - Hotel Gavinana
Via U. della Faggiola 25, Florence - Hotel Cardinal Of Florence
Via Borgo Pinti, 5, Florence - Ariele Hotel
Via Magenta 11, Florence - Chiazza
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Via Panzani 4, Florence
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