Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio, Food market in Florence, Italy
The Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio is a food market in Florence housed in a 19th-century iron and glass building. The stalls sell fresh produce, meat, cheese, and Tuscan specialties that change with the seasons.
The market building was constructed in 1873 after Florence became Italy's capital. Its architecture was influenced by Parisian markets like Les Halles.
The market takes its name from the patron saint and serves as a meeting point between countryside and city, where farmers bring their harvests directly to buyers. Visitors can see how traditional agriculture still shapes the daily life of the city.
The market is best visited in the morning when the selection is broadest and the energy is highest. It helps to arrive early and be ready to move through crowds.
Inside the market you can find a butcher shop offering regional specialties like horse meat, small game birds, and prepared Tuscan dishes. These products reveal much about local eating habits and the region's past.
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