Join our expert Cheese Monger on Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday afternoons at 4:30 pm for a guided Italian cheese tasting.

Discover the extraordinary diversity of Italian cheeses—how they’re made, what makes each style unique, and the fun anecdotes and traditions that bring them to life.

You’ll then taste five different cheeses, each carefully selected and thoroughly explained by our Cheese Monger.

The tasting is accompanied by water, bread, and a glass of wine, making for a delicious and educational experience.

On Mondays at 3:00 pm, join us for a deep dive into Tuscany’s most famous wine regions.

You’ll be introduced to five different Tuscan wine styles, each tasted and explained, while learning about Tuscany’s DOCG appellations and the history behind them. We’ll explore the incredible diversity of Tuscan grape varieties—over 100 in total—and break down the key style differences between Chianti Classico, Montepulciano, and Montalcino.

An immersive experience combining learning, delicious wines, and plenty of fun—guaranteed 🍷

Meet your professional photographer at Formaggioteca Terroir at 4:30 pm and set off on a relaxed 1.5-hour walking photo tour through the hills of Florence. Along the way, you’ll explore light, framing, angles, and visual storytelling while shooting with your phone or camera. Discover hidden viewpoints and charming streets, receive gentle posing guidance and real-time tips, and capture natural, beautifully composed images—then toast the experience with a refreshing glass of wine.

Join our expert guide on an eye-opening walking tour that explores the city’s deep connection to winemaking and the 13th century Guild of Winemakers. You’ll uncover the real stories behind Florence’s 175+ wine windows, learning how and why they came to be—and the role wine played in everyday life during the Renaissance.

Along the way, you’ll learn about traditional wine bottles, native Tuscan grapes, and the importance of wine in Renaissance Florence.

The tour ends with a tasting of 2 wines in one of Florence's wonderful enoteche, accompanied by local snacks.

We’ll also share insider tips on the very best wine bars to explore during the rest of your stay in Florence.

Join an English-speaking local food expert for a delicious walk through one of Florence’s most authentic, lived-in neighborhoods. Begin your morning the Italian way with a sweet breakfast and coffee, then dive into the daily rhythm of the city at a bustling local market where Florentines shop for fresh, seasonal ingredients. Along the way, you’ll taste fruit straight from the stalls, explore historic shops and delicatessens, and learn the stories behind traditional Florentine dishes. The experience continues with a tasting of typical cheeses and charcuterie paired with local wine, followed by a true Florentine classic — lampredotto or a truffled panino — and ends, of course, with exceptional gelato.