"Mexico meets Japan in Florence at Massimo Bottura’s one-Michelin-starred outpost at Gucci in the city’s historic political center, Piazza della Signoria. It’s helmed by Mexican chef Karime Lopez with Japanese husband Takahiko Kondo (Bottura’s long-time right hand at Modena’s Osteria Francescana), who channel their respective home countries and their impressive experience in renowned kitchens around the world. The kitchen utilizes seasonal Tuscan ingredients, prized Italian produce like Sicilian citrus, and obscure finds such as Umbrian purple corn in ceviche tostadas. A meal here is definitely a splurge (as one might expect from the names Bottura and Gucci), but you won’t leave hungry or underwhelmed thanks to a thoughtfully crafted menu that isn’t overly esoteric. A la carte and tasting options are available for lunch and dinner. Book well in advance." - Coral Sisk
