Food and wine experiences

There is more to discovering food culture than sitting down to a meal. Cooking classes, tastings, visits to wineries or olive oil mills, workshops and activities exploring local products offer a more direct, hands-on way to discover recipes, ingredients, producers and traditions.

The selection includes only establishments with an official website or dedicated landing page, ensuring direct and transparent contact. Social media alone is not considered sufficient for inclusion, nor are food delivery platforms. The information provided is indicative and reflects what was available at the time of review. Links lead to official websites, which open in a new window, where visitors can find up-to-date information and make reservations where available.

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Price

Prices indicate an approximate average cost per person for a standard meal, excluding drinks. Estimates are based on official channels or publicly available sources and do not represent an assessment of quality, service or culinary standards.

€ / up to approximately € 25
€€ / approximately € 26–40
€€€ / approximately € 41–60
€€€€ / over € 60

Guides and awards
Establishments featured in guides such as the Michelin Guide, Gambero Rosso, Osterie d’Italia / Slow Food, L’Espresso, Identità Golose, 50 Top Italy, 50 Top Pizza and Il Golosario, or recognised by respected organisations in the field of food and gastronomy.

Gourmet
Contemporary or creative cuisine, with particular attention to culinary research, technique, presentation and menu design. A creative and distinctive approach shaped by the chef’s personal interpretation.

Tradition
Cuisine rooted in the flavours of Tuscany and Arezzo, local recipes and locally sourced ingredients. A strong sense of local identity, expressed through traditional dishes or more contemporary interpretations of traditional cuisine.

Wine selection
Establishments with a particularly well-curated, extensive or specialised wine offering, with an emphasis on local wines, dedicated selections and natural wines. This includes wine shops, wine bars, wine resorts and restaurants where wine plays an important role in the overall offering.

Outdoor
Establishments with outdoor spaces designed for lunch or dinner in the open air, including gardens, terraces, courtyards, outdoor seating areas and tables outside. Outdoor dining may vary depending on the season, weather conditions and service arrangements.

The guide can be explored using two main filters: Where, for towns and different areas, and What, for the type of dining experience.

+ Selection and classification criteria