14/10/2026
When you’re walking around Florence with a gelato in your hand, you’re taking part in a story that goes back to the Renaissance 🍦
Florence played a major role in the evolution of gelato, and the name most often linked to its creamy beginnings is Bernardo Buontalenti, a Medici court artist, architect, and inventor.
The story goes that in the 16th century he created a rich frozen dessert made with ingredients like milk, eggs, sugar, and w**e.
Gelato is just one part of Florence’s incredible street food scene and you can experience it with our Yummy Street Food Tour (check it out on our website!)
