A Bite of Florence

A commonly known Chinese idiom says that food matters a lot to the folks. Actually, it is excerpted from Stories of Li Shiqi, Lu Jia and Zhu Jian, Records of the Historian which states that the kings can’t live without the commoners while the commoners can’t live without food.

Release time : 2021-03-28 19:21:46

source : Florence Tourism Bureau

A commonly known Chinese idiom says that food matters a lot to the folks. Actually, it is excerpted from Stories of Li Shiqi, Lu Jia and Zhu Jian, Records of the Historian which states that the kings can’t live without the commoners while the commoners can’t live without food. It is true not only for the Chinese nation, but also for the others parts of the world. Every time families or friends hold a gathering, food is always the most interesting part of the talk. A happy life must have something to do with tasting various nice wine and food around the globe. It’s said that you can’t have it both ways. But the tourists might be an exception. In the cities full of freshness and attractiveness for everyone, travelers never feel tired of exploring the splendid tourist attractions, just for the purpose of knowing more about this world. Notably, the feast is not just for the eyes and the diverse cuisines won’t be missed by the gastronomers. Then what will Florence, a paradise for foodies, offer to the tourists full of expectation?

1. Chianina Steak

The Bistecca of Florence is a well-known dish around Italy and an integral part of an unforgettable signature tour. The roasted Chianina Steak tastes crispy on the outer part, shows the inviting crimson in the inner part and goes juicy in the mouth. The meat on the T-bone is even tastier. For this delicacy, the cooking methods might be simple but the choice of ingredients can’t be trifled with. The steak weighs about 1 kilogram and measures 5 to 6 centimeters in thickness. It’s grilled for some time without the adding of any seasoning to retain the original flavor. In most cases, it’s tasted together with traditional condiment, kidney beans, salads and Tuscany's famous Chianti (a dry red wine). Actually, the traditional cuisine is so treasurable that the mayor of Florence Dario Nardella even proposed putting the city’s 1kg Chianina steak on the UNESCO list of world