Migone — Local services in Florence

Panforte is a traditional chewy italian dessert containing fruits and nuts. Its origins date back to the crusaders who discovered it in Turkey. In Italy’s Tuscany region, particularly Siena, claims to have been the origin of this dessert although I think it’s a copy of Gaz from Isfahan in Iran! well you be the judge 🙂 They look and taste the same! Regardless of that you can buy the best panforte in Florence at Migone...

The only original Candy and Chocolate store left on the Via dei Calzaiuoli. Four generations and still run by the same family since 1916. Boxes are all handmade, and chocolates and candies are artisanal and original. A local and small business that is a very precious place. The services are exceptional as the ladies wrap the packages by hand and with care. Worth every cent and very special I highly...

Great selection of old time confections. They carry specialty boxes shaped like the Duomo and the baptisterio. They also wrap chocolate bars in Florentine paper. I popped in today for a marrón glacé (and to hide from the rain) and it was delightful. Confused as to other reviews panning it, the ladies behind the counter where helpful and polite on every visit. Their house vin santo with biscotti...