Galateo was presented to us as THE top italian caterer for our wedding near Verona in June 2013…read more We went to a wonderful tasting at their offices in Florence and were promised the world. Whilst the prices were almost double that of any other caterer we had been talking to, we agreed that Galateo would provide us with a catering experience to remember on our special day Their high promises of top food quality combined with 5 star service meant we did not have a concern in the world that we might be let down This was so far from the experience on the day unfortunately. The quality of food and service both disappointed us greatly. The attention to detail in the service was totally lacking. There was not a manager in sight - when we had promised he would be there on the day running the show making sure everything was perfect for us. The differences between the standard of food from the fantastic tasting to the day were enormous and we were both embarrassed in front of our guests and very angry at the money we had spent to get far from a 5 Star service. To add insult to injury the management at Galateo did not even have the courtesy to respond to our letter of complaint. All they were interested in was our money. Once they had it they had not a care in the world, They have no idea about customer service. We have a very clear idea what 5star service and food should be like. This was NOT it. I warn anyone intending to use them to be very very cautious. I am happy to share more details of my experience.

The cooking class was a wonderful experience to share with friends…read more Davide and Domenico were pleasant, professional, and helpful. The food we prepared was delicious and fresh. Everything about that evening was memorable. I would highly recommend.

We found Chef Alessio Sedran online and loved his incredible food pictures and his social videos -…read moreyou can tell he has a true passion for cooking and uses the best local ingredients. We selected him and his team for our wedding in Tuscany in April 2018 and it couldn't have been more perfect. The process was amazing - Alessio gave us an incredible choice of food on the menus, and all were extremely gourmet options - not the standard mass-dinner selections you usually get for weddings. He let us mix and match to our taste. On the day, he and his team were excellent - they supplied not only amazing food and service, but also everything else you needed - chairs, tables, glassware, bar, apertivo - the whole thing from start to finish. His traditional cake show, where he made the wedding cake by hand in front of the guests was truly a wow moment, very memorable and great for pictures and to get the energy up after a dinner. His personality and professionalism shines through what he does, his prices are competitive and we are so happy we found him. We wouldn't have changed a thing. Thank you Alessio! The wedding pics are here: https://eppel.nl/trouwen-in-toscane-op-borgo-stomennano-mary-darren/

I had the best meal of my life at this restaurant. Beyond the food, the experience itself made this…read morerestaurant a 5 star and I would give it more if I could. The food is an art -- you can taste the subtleties in each bite. Andrea, the server, was extremely friendly and translated the menu into English and described the region the wine was from and paired glasses with the food we ordered. Oh and do not skip dessert!! This place is very reasonably priced and I will most definitely be back!

I have used Yelp many times, but never written a review. This restaurant was recommended to us by…read morethe man we rented a room from in Florence, and I have never in my life experienced such an amazing reception at a restaurant. Andrea was helpful, friendly, and even shared a portion of his own meal with us so we could try some variety. He paired wines and served our food promptly and perfectly. The pasta was to die for, and the service was second to none. If you have a chance, please eat here and tell Andrea we said hello. The best experience in Italy thus far, and what a superb gentleman. They sell wine upstairs, so if you drink something you love, you have a chance to take a bottle home with you. He knew where the grapes were from, he knew what the food was about, and he was the perfect host. Great restaurant!! Thank you, Andrea!

Lorenzo delivered to my daughter the most beautiful cake and a fantastic bottle of champagne for…read moreher birthday!! He is such a kind gentleman!! Go and visit his shop the next time you are in Florence!!

Came here with my tour group as an add on to do some sightseeing while enjoying authentic risotto…read more What an amazing experience!! The chef cooked in front of us and gave us the recipe along with endless amounts of wine. Yum!

This gem of a restaurant is tucked up a windy driveway overlooking the Tuscan countryside. I was…read morefortunate enough to dine here as part of a tour through Italy with Insight Vacations. This restaurant stood out as one of the finest dining experiences of my 11 days in Italy. The owner and chef is named Emilio - and though he speaks very little English - his communication through the language of delectable foods is superb. Our guide translated as he prepared a grape cake for us to enjoy later - then he created a wonderful zucchini flower risotto for our group. It was a joy to watch him work and his staff was phenomenal. We enjoyed wine, a mixed grill, pasta, and dessert over the course of three hours and I would love to return to this charming restaurant if I'm ever in the Florence area again. Wonderful!

This is now known as Pasticceria Caffe Viesseux. During our stay at a nearby Airbnb, we came for…read morebreakfast twice, breakfast being pastries and cappuccinos. A long display case of pastries is followed by a bar where people order and drink their coffee. A dozen or so tables are available for those who wish to sit. For an American used to Starbucks, this place is charming and seems more authentic. The pastries and cappuccinos are delicious, with the cappuccino leading with the milk rather than espresso. If I lived in this neighborhood, this would be part of my morning routine.

A Florentine institution in terms of pastries and cakes. A little away from the busy centre, a…read moregreat place where to have breakfast with their famous pear and chocolate pastries. A must go if you have the time and possibility to travel around Florence!

Should destiny or fate bring you to the beautiful Chianti region of Italy, you must visit this…read morewonderful establishment. David Migliorini and his family have owned this Tuscan villa property for over a century, which they produce a fantastic Chianti Classico, aged Balsamic Vinegar (made the traditional way), give exclusive cooking classes and if you're lucky enough to get invited, they make dinner on the weekends for family and friends. My family and I were fortunate enough to experience all four along with good friends who discovered this extraordinary place. The Chianti Classico wine they produce is carefully hand crafted. They still make the wine using old world traditions. No computers, no state of the art temperature controlled rooms and no stainless steel containers just centuries old proven techniques. Buy extra cases of this delightful Chianti as it will be your go-to wine to give to friends and family. We took a cooking class with our friends and was greeted with David's sister, Bruna, who prepares all meals there at the villa, she handed us each a glass of wine and an 8" chef's knife. I knew that instant this was going to be a fun day. Our meal included grilled eggplant parmesan, fresh pasta in tomato sauce, braised chicken with vegetables, and macerated fruit with 30 year old balsamic vinegar. Everything came together perfectly and tasted marvelous.