Tuscany, Italy – Day 1 Florence

Florence has to be one of the most beautiful cities I’ve visited. I love a city that has a bird’s eye view, it really let’s you appreciate the architecture and full scope of the city. Prague is another favorite of mine! We got an early start and took the train into town from Figline Valdarno. Our first stop was lunch at an awesome little deli, where we bought some sandwiches. They were made fresh to order, slicing the proccuitto from the leg, salami toscano from the log, aged cheese from large blocks! The panini bread was fresh baked that morning as well. We took our picnic and wine to a park along the river to enjoy under a shade tree.

Then we walked up the hill to Pizzale Michelangelo to get a great view of the city. It’s sort of a tourist area so you have all the guys selling fake pursues, wallets and etc… So we hiked on up the hill to a church for an even better view without all the tourists. We went back the San Lorenzo leather market to check things out on the way down before heading to dinner. We hit a small place suggested by my buddy James called Osteria del Chinghale Bianco. I had the best wild boar pappardelle ever! It was an amazing meal!