Gather The Cognoscentis Guide To Florence: Shop And Eat Like A Florentine Authored By Louise Fili Version

good pocket sized reference book of various shops and eateries in Florence, Its divided into eight separate walks among the different neighborhoods of Florence, Interesting recommendations including inexpensive to moderately priced cafes, osterias, and restaurants as well as shops that I wouldnt have thought to investigate such as a hardware store.
It includes two indices, by speciality as well as by name and some practical information at the beginning of the book.
Im definitely going to make room for this little book on my travels, I can't wait to read the guide to how to eat like a Florentine, It's making me hungry just thinking about it,
All the best places to eat and shop in Florence, most owned by families for generations.
This is a most elegant little book, to come. It's hard to write too much about this book because I can't use it as a guide in Florence.
I wish I was going there soon though, it'd be amazing visit some of these shops and restaurants that have such legacies.


Library Journal :

This is a charming, compact guide revised and updated edition to family or locally owned and operated shops and eateries in Florence, Italy.
Presented through eight walking tours of different areas of the city, each section includes brief stories about selected businesses.
The artisans featured use timehonored techniques in both traditional and contemporary ways for their work, which ranges from wigs made for famous clients to

beautifully designed chocolates, cicogna stork scissors, and delicate embroidery.
The shops described are irresistible, Included in each tour is a restaurant guide with descriptions of the vibe and meals offered as well as hours and pricing.
Authors Fili and Apatoff's passion for Florence and their connection with the artisans featured shines, Fili designs food packaging and restaurant identities, while Apatoff is an official guide for the city, and their expertise is apparent.
It is worth noting that the guide itself is beautifully designed with vibrant photographs that truly capture the lovely, varied boutiques presented within.
VERDICT Recommended for those journeying to Florence soon, or armchair travelers who are passionate about traditional craftsmanship, familyowned businesses and offthebeatenpath discoveries.
Easy to follow with excellent choices

I live in Italy and come to Florence often.
A friend and I recently spentdays following this guidebook and shopping to our hearts content, We found the descriptions in the book accurate and the maps very easy to follow, I loved it. If you're thinking about a trip to Florence, download this gem of a book, This is a delightful guide to little shops and eateries that won't be in guidebooks, Including maps for walking tours each covering just a few blocks, but drawing you to small boutiques and tiny restaurants.
Each store has a photo of its specialties, Beautifully presented, and mouthwatering. Remember, you can't spend all your time looking at all that art,
A neat tour guide which takes the reader through several walks with each one showcasing a number of local Florentine businesses and eateries.
Also provides a brief window into Florence's approach to business regarding hours of operation, Highly practical. Perfect size for my luggage, . . lots of great tips for my upcoming trip! Every restaurant, cafe and gelato shop we have tried from the recommendations here has been perfect! I guess we are more interested in the eating than shopping, but this book has led us to delicious destinations close to the museum of the day.
Grazi! Shop and eat like a Florentine with this pocketsized guide to the best of the magnificent Tuscan city known for its art, culture, and cuisine.
Celebrated graphic designer and selfdescribed Italophile Louise Fili, with connoisseur of all things Lisa Apatoff, takes you on eight walks through Florence, discussing more than seventy of the city's most alluring shopssome run by the same families for generations, others offering young entrepreneurs' fresh interpretations of traditional techniques.


Discerning travelers will discover rare books and charming hats vintage Pucci and handmade shoes cioccolata da bere drinkable chocolate colorful buttons and bolts of rich silk fabric in this enchanting introduction to makers and purveyors of clothing, home decor, accessories, specialty foods, and much more.
For each shop, there is a fullcolor photo, description of specialties, and information on location and hours of operation.
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