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Italian essence at Enoteca Pinchiorri

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Dish from Enoteca Pinchiorri by Qin Xie

Who? Enoteca Pinchiorri

What? An Italian kitchen with a French chef at the helm, how authentic could it be? But authentic or not, the Italian inspired dishes have the contemporary flair which gained Annie Féold her three Michelin stars all those decades ago. These days the restaurant remains at the heart of Tuscan fine dining with a wine list to die for.

When? Open Tuesday to Saturday

Where? Via Ghibellina, 87, 50122 Firenze, Italy

How? For more information, see www.enotecapinchiorri.it

Fly via British Airways

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