Art&Style

Trends & insights about those magic art places in Tuscany that combine a tantalizing blend of history and beauty.

How and where the best Tuscan oil is made

Discovering one of the ancient oil mills where Laudemio oil is born, a label that represents the excellence of the Tuscan olive-growing tradition, the purest essence of its olive groves.

Officina in Arte by Andrea Ricciardi di Gaudesi (FI)

In the heart of Oltrarno in Florence, in an ancient lemon house, is the studio of the artist Andrea Ricciardi di Gaudesi, the only master in Italy who combines the refined realism of his illustrations with workshops and meetings that tell the history of art, architecture and the Renaissance.

An evening with Paulo Airaudo at Luca’s Restaurant in Florence

One of the most anticipated events of Pitti Taste 2025, Luca's Restaurant hosted a dinner party with the presence of the two-starred Paulo Airaudo, Chef Patron of the restaurant of the 5-star Hotel La Gemma located in the Renaissance heart of the city.

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A weekend in Florence

A romantic itinerary through Florence, among historic cafes, charming restaurants and dreamy hotels.

Galleria Continua, from San Gimignano to conquer the world

A stone's throw from the historic Piazza del Duomo in San Gimignano, Galleria Continua is today one of the most famous international galleries in the world with a portfolio of great artists, from Anish Kapoor to Ai Weiwei and Antony Gormley, and seven locations in as many countries.

Il Giardino dei Semplici

The beautiful Giardino dei Semplici, the second oldest botanical garden in the world, is a treasure chest of wonders in the heart of Florence with an heritage of more than 9,000 specimens of rare plants, monumental trees and ancient flowers.

The enchanted garden of Villa Bardini

The Brunelleschi Dome, Giotto's bell tower, the tower of Palazzo Vecchio, and the Florentine hills are part of the extraordinary panorama offered by the belvedere of Villa Bardini, the historic home of the "prince" of Florentine antique dealers, which is surrounded by centuries-old holm oaks and clouds of flowers, such as its famous wisteria.

Tuscany and its country chic style

Landscapes that look like paintings, magnificent cities of art and romantic villages are the settings for an unmistakable style reflecting the soul of an extraordinary territory where nature, art and history are inextricably intertwined.

Piccolomini Library (SI)

In the left nave of the famous cathedral, one of the city's icons, lies a truly extraordinary treasure where, for more than five centuries, a priceless heritage of art and beauty has been preserved.

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