Foodie Finds: a new artisan gelato shop in Florence
I recently wrote this mini review of a new gelateria in Florence and thought I'd reprint it here, inspired by all the "Foodie Finds" articles.
The original article is published at: http://www.arttrav.com/florence/new-gelato-parigine/
On a touristy street a stone’s throw from the Duomo is this recently opened retro-styled artisanal ice cream shop: Le Parigine. There are all the hints of a good gelato here: seasonal flavours listed on a seasonal menu, and no big piles of ice-cream but rather the product hidden in vats below the counter. I love the way they represent the flavours by providing exalted versions of them in their intact form on little glass plates - a language-free guarantee of authenticity.
The name “Le Parigine” comes from the old-fashioned ice-cream sandwiches that they serve for 1-2-3 euros. Two wafers, with ice cream pressed between on the spot. Tommaso had a dark chocolate and cream Parigina; the former was truly dark and real. I had a 1,50 euro cup of peach-mango gelato which was quite good. I look forward to returning to try other flavours. There is cute bench seating both indoor and out.
It’s nice to see a new gelateria in town that sticks to tradition as well as adds something new. Le Parigine adds a positive element to this central street, with an authenticity and reasonable price range that appeals to residents and tourists alike.
Le Parigine gelateria artigianale
via dei servi, 41/r
50100 firenze (FI), Italy
055 239 8470
Open Daily 11am-11pm
Read here For more on the best gelato in florence,
Recommended book: The food lovers guide to Florence - restaurant and gelato reviews abound and this book is very reliable.
Dr. Jessie Voigts
YUM. what a great recommendation! thanks!
Jessie Voigts, PhD
Publisher, wanderingeducators.com
Ashley in Italy
That's my response when someone asks me what time is it?!
Oh I love gelato in Italia! I find it is part of my job as a host of an agriturismo & cooking school to diligently search out the country's best gelato - so thank you for adding another great one to the list!
Ashley Bartner
La Tavola Marche Agriturismo & Cooking Holiday
http://www.latavolamarche.com
http://ww.latavolamarche.blogspot.com