Francesca Rossi

@francesa-rossi

Florence

Toscana

About

Art restoration student in Florence, specializing in Renaissance frescoes. Lives in Oltrarno and spends her days in artisan workshops, small osterie, and hidden cloisters. She writes about real Florentine life among the crowds: where locals actually eat, shop, and escape.

Interests

Architecture MuseumsHistorical SitesLocal CultureFood WinePhotography

Articles by Francesca Rossi

Where Florentines Actually Eat Bistecca — And How to Order It Like a Local

The real bistecca scene in Florence exists in neighborhood trattorias where the menu is handwritten daily, where locals argue about Fiorentina football over house wine, and where you'll be gently corrected if you try to order your steak "well done." This is a dish with rules, traditions, and a bit of theater—and if you know how to navigate it, you'll have one of the best meals of your life.

November 10, 2025