Overview
Explore the chocolate scene in Florence while you walk off your chocolate tasting.
This shared small-group walking tour includes- A local culinary expert guide
- Walking tour of the Sant'Ambrogio neighborhood
- Visit to a master chocolatier's workshop
- A stop for espresso
- Visits to small boutique chocolatiers
The combination of Italy and food brings to mind pasta, wine and gelato to most. But the Italians, particularly the Florentines, have been artists to chocolate, perfecting their product. The chocolate artisans have thrived here and developed global reputations for their companies, such as Amedei, Slitti, Catinari, and others have been winning top honors and acclaim for their quality. Many of these companies are unknown to the North American audience and even if you are aware of them, do you know how to taste this exceptional chocolate?
Guided by a local culinary expert, you will discover some of the small workshops and little boutique businesses that create their own special products, each with a unique taste. Your tour will include a walk through the Sant'Ambrogio area, which has become a dynamic food scene attracting the most superb dining spots and the best food market in the city. Your visit to a master chocolatier will be engaging as you learn about the history of chocolate in this region, especially compared to the rest of the continent.
Additions such as Chianti, Brunello, and local herbs lend flavors so distinct to this region of foods. Your walk will continue on for an espresso to clear your palate before attempting to taste more of the dolce vita, the sweet life of Florence.
- This is an easy walk but dress comfortably as the streets are uneven.
- Tour runs rain or shine.
- The price of the walk includes the cost of a selection of various tastings.
- This tour is not available on Sundays.
- Maximum of 6 people per tour.
- If your group is larger than 6 people, contact ShoreTrips.
- This tour may also be done privately.
Days offered: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Departures:- 10:00 AM, duration: 2.5 hours
- 04:00 PM, duration: 2.5 hours
