Despite the fact that I have been living here for almost 2 1/2 months now, there are still many things that I have yet to see and do in Florence and only a month left to do them. So, I made a list...
1. Climb the Duomo. Yes, I live next to the thing and I still have not climbed it yet. I have been waiting until tourist season is at its minimum.
2. Climb the campanile (bell tower next to the Duomo). Supposedly, the view is even better from the Duomo's neighbor because you can actually see the Dome itself when you climb the campanile.
3. See the David. Once again, I have been waiting until tourist season dies down...
4. Eat a full course Italian meal. I'm talking the full works: Antipasto, Primi, Secondi, Contorni, Dolci...don't forget the wine and espresso.
5. Try Bistecca alla Fiorentina. A Florentine specialty.
7. Go to a bar in "L'Oltrarno" (the other side of the Arno). This is where the true locals hang out.
8. Try Gelato at La Carribe. Sicilian gelateria. I have become obsessed with this one type of Gelato called "Cassata Siciliana". It is gelato made with ricotta and dried fruit. SO GOOD.
9. Go back to the Secret Bakery. Bakery that is only open from 2-4am and is quite literally hidden. The men that work here make all the croissants for the bakeries all over Florence and will sell them to you for 1 euro. Delicious.
10. There are of course, numerous restaurants that I am dying to try: La Giostra, Il Latini, Cibreo, Gusta Pizza, Francesovini...
We will see how far my bank account takes me. I will keep you updated...
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