Pane & Co is a shop which sells a huge assortment of Tuscan bread, wine and other Tuscan specialities. You'll find everything from pecorino (goat's cheese) from Pienza to de brutti ma buoni, a rather unusual but oh so delicious cookie from Sienna. Lastly, they also sell divine mountain ham from the Pratomagno region. All the regional delicacies are sold in the shop's two spacious areas. [Read more]

If shoes are your passion, you'll find something new to add to your collection in this shop. Salvatore Ferragamo is the undisputed king of Italian footwear and has a large shop in one of Florence's most expensive streets. As well as shoes, you can also buy clothes and accessories by the designer. It's not cheap, but then you are getting a pair of beautiful Italian shoes. [Read more]

The streets around the church of San Lorenzo are the setting for the San Lorenzo market. You'll find stalls selling mostly leather jackets, shoes, ties, suitcases and cheap (label) clothing. It's always worth having a go at negotiating the price - it is a market after all! Lots of people visit this market. Keep a close eye on your money and other valuables! [Read more]