For a fun and lively evening and wine tasting in Florence have a look at a unique ongoing festival where you can meet the locals.

The 'locals' just happen to be Italian princes and counts, aristocrats, brilliant literati, gifted artists, famous authors, artisans and wine makers. All this in the stunning surrounds of a historic palazzo in the heart of Florence. 

Special guest appearances include the original Da Vinci Code art detective solving the world's greatest art mystery, Maurizio Seracini.
the festival has very distinguished patrons; Prince Duccio Corsini, Count Niccolò Capponi and Count Sebastiano Capponi.

For those with the stamina after a hard day walking the streets of Florence sightseeing there are now Italian evening cooking classes 6-9pm  at Cook Eat Italian in Florence.