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Cafes

The Italians have always been the kings of the perfectly brewed espresso and the cappuccino made just right. Although the cafe scene in Tuscany is getting more modern, influenced by international trends, quality remain predominant and there are so many great places where to have a good coffee and some pastries that we decided to help you by making a list of the places you really can't miss around the region.

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Artigiani gelateria

If you came to Italy for the gelato (and who could blame you?), Artigiani gelateria is the one and only stop you need to make for artisanal and absolutely mind blowing Italian ice creams. You can also try ice cream cakes and they have more flavours than you could dream …

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Caniparoli cioccolateria

Caniparoli cioccolateria is a tiny little shop that has already made some serious fans. The variety is wide (from classic chocolates to French style chestnuts or cookies) but we guarantee you will be back to try everything! To complete this perfect place: the staff is just as sweet as what they …

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Ditta Artigianale

Ditta Artigianale is one of the cosiest cafes in Florence and was actually founded by a rewarded barista champion. The place is small but praised for its quality coffee, nice lunches and sweets as well as the friendliness of the very knowledgeable …

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La Cité Libreriacafè

La Cité Libreriacafè is not only a coffee shop but also a bookshop with live concerts, a very 70's atmosphere, quality products (coffees but also a larger range of drinks). Tons of books crawling down the shelves will make you forget everything about your plans for the …

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Dolce Pisa

Dolce Pisa is a genuine pastry shop just a bit South of the Tower of Pisa. Treat yourself a lunch, sandwiches, pastries, take away snacks and a lot more. The place is just kitsch enough to make you crave for pretty pastries and invites cosy …

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Caffè Paszkowski

Don't be intimidated by the fancy allure of this artsy coffee shop, it is actually a typically Italian cafeteria with an old school style The coffee is as top-notch as the service, assured by suited waiters, and you can also come in for a lunch or some drinks which you can sip on while …

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Tea Room - Siena

For a jazzy and atmospheric evening in Siena, come to Tea Room: arched ceiling, fireplace, live music create a soft ambiance, perfect to sip on really good and carefully chosen leafed tea. To complete this perfect picture, you can also nibble on homemade pies and cakes baked freshly …

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Buccellato Taddeucci

This old cafe/bakery, once owned by the Taddeucci family still offers their specialty: the buccelatto, a traditional sweet cake. Of course, there is much more here for a classic Italian coffee break: flavourful espressos, Tuscan panforte, biscotti and much …

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Gran Caffè Del Porto

When in Portoferraio, on Elba Island, a great spot for a break is the Grand Caffè Del Porto. The main reason to come here is the location: right in front of the dock, you can observe the harbour life, the loading and unloading of ship, all the while sipping on some coffee and having …

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Shake Café

Vegetarian and vegan friendly, the Shake Café is halfway between a small restaurant (following the organic/healthy fast food concept) and a juice bar. This place is great for a seated meal or a coffee, but also offers all its products to take away if you are still in a walking …

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Le Vespe Cafè

The Vespe Cafè in Florence is an international coffee shop with - of course - coffees but also snacks, food, breakfast. The influences are mainly British and American and it is one of the rare places that offers vegetarian, vegan and even gluten-free …

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Coffee Bar MokaSirs

The MokaSirs Coffee Bar might be small and quaint but it has become legendary in Livorno, and for good reasons: the staff is just peach, and the coffee and pastries great. All of that is also offered at a great price: 1€ per cup and per pastry. Unbeatable! …

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Latte & Co.

Latte & Co. is the place to go for ice creams in Livorno. The scoups are big, the prices are good and the taste is just marvelous. To top all that, the gelatos come in a wide variety of classic or original flavours and even dairy-free (for example the soy milk based chocolate ice …

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La Vecchia Latteria

If you are looking for ice cream in Siena, this is the ultimate place to come to. The gelato is made in-house with very high quality products, and you can taste the difference! Italy always has many ice cream shops to offer, but don't miss out on this …

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