THE LAST GERMAN MARKET IN SANTA CROCE

Santa Croce: l'ultima volta del Mercatino di Natale. Le 'casette' fino al 23 dicembre
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Probably this will be the last german market in Santa Croce square.

In Florence the temperatures are very low this days, so what a better opportunity to escape the ice tasting a mulled wine, sausages, bretzel or simply buying a christmas present in the picturesque square until December 23rd, 2013??

As the Councillor for Culture of the city of Florence and the organizers said: the market will be moved elswhere (but still dont know where - maybe Santa Maria Novella square).

FOOD MARKETS

Food Markets in FLorence

Go and buy some fresh fruits and vegetables in Florence to prepare your delicious lunch or dinner.

There are two big markets that you can find in this link 

http://florencebydenis.blogspot.it/2012/05/food-markets-in-florence.html

FLORENCE CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL 2013

Fiera del Cioccolato Artigianale-Dante Alighieri

Get ready boys and girls... on February 8th - 17th, 2013, in Piazza Santa Maria Novella a lot of artisanal chocolate will sweeten you!!!

Don't miss this amaizing festival and don't care about eating too much chocolate... at least doctors says it makes you happy!!!

Here is the official website of the event: http://www.fieradelcioccolato.it/

FOUR SEASONS FIRENZE FOR CHARITY

Giardino della Gherardesca - Firenze, Italy

Finally the privately held Giardino della Gherardesca opens its doors for charity on Sunday, December 16th, 2012. 

Go and visit it at the Four Seasons Firenze in Borgo Pinti 99.

All the money collected will be donated to the Istituto degli Innocenti which everyday takes care of children.

There will be activities for kids and adults such as games and food markets and souvenirs and of course a lot of Santa Claus with gifts.

Don't miss this open day to rise funds for charity. What you have to do is to offer some money (starting from €1) and have fun !!!

Giardino della Gherardesca @ Four Seasons Firenze

FLORENCE GERMAN MARKET

Mercatino di Natale - Firenze

Yes, it's Christmas time in Florence. As every year ther's the German Market (Mercatino di Natale) in the Santa Croce Square until December 16th, 2012.

Florence, Italy - German Market

Before you reach the place you can feel the smell of the typical german frankfurter sausages and sauerkraut, the pork knaukle and the italian porchetta...in the nearby streets.

Stinco di maiale - Firenze, Santa Croce

Stop there for a delicious lunch or dinner!

You'll find spices from all over the world!

If you feel cold drink the german hot wine (mulled wine). Only €2.5 for a glass!!!! Not bad compared with the price of the beer €5/pint.

Vin brulè

Pretzel and strudel

And to finish your busy day at the market you can buy lots of Haribo gummy bears and candy. 100gr for €2,5... Remember: take care of your teeth!!!

Haribo gummy bears - Florence, Italy

Mercatino di Natale in Piazza Santa Croce

FIRENZE GELATO FESTIVAL-MAY 23rd UNTIL 27th

Firenze gelato festival 2012

It starts tomorrow, May 23rd until 27th, probably, the most beautiful open air gelato festival.

The festival presents events which focuses on the culture of the Italian speciality, from its origins to its more recent significance. 

There are involved three main squares of Florence to host this festival. The Republic square hosting the Sammontana village, the Santa Maria Novella square with the Master gelato makers and the Strozzi square hosting the Emerging Gelato Makers.

There will be a wide choise of handmade, best quality gelato, ranging from traditionals flavors to fancy and wxotic creations, such as "Sushi Ice".

The Villages will be open from noon until midnight and at later hours, the frozen dessert changes into cocktail to refresh those who love gelato in all its shapes and forms. Get more infos from the Firenze Gelato Festival website.

Once you get there and tasted a lot of flavours... let us know which was your preferred one.

FOOD MARKETS IN FLORENCE

Markets in Florence, Italy

You're in holidays but you love to cook fresh veggies and meat?? You want to eat fresh fruits everyday??

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In Florence there are three main food markets... and this is the right place for you.

Central Market

Central Market - Florence, Italy

Is the most important market of Florence. Meat, fish, cheese, vegetables and fruits are sold everyday from Mon to Sat 7am-2pm. Closed on Sundays.

The Market is situated in the San Lorenzo area (Entrance from via dell'Ariento or via Sant'Antonino).

Buy a picnic of fresh mozzarella cheese, olives, fruit and chrunchy bread to munch on the steps of the San Lorenzo Church, overlooking the bustling street market.

Even if you don't want to buy anything, is worth taking a look around the market.

Sant'Ambrogio Market

Sant'Ambrogio Market - Florence, Italy

Located in Piazza Ghiberti/Piazza Sant'Ambrogio the market is both indoor and outdoor. Just walk around to discover fruits, veggies, clothes, flowers and houswears. Then move inside to discover a huge quantity of meat, fish, pasta and cheese. MArket is open form Mon to Sun 7am-2pm.

Cascine Market

Every tusday from 7am-2pm in Parco delle Cascine take place the biggest and cheapest market in town. 

After shopping t ake a picnic or a walk in the bigger park of Florence.

After you discovered these markets and you cooked your meals, let us know what was or what is your prefered Tuscany food???