Prop up at the bar and have a morning coffee: Caffè Giacosa, next to the Roberto Cavalli boutique, is probably my favourite cappuccino in Florence. Via della Spada 10/R, CAFFEGIACOSA.IT

Have a quick, easy lunch: Coquinarius is a casual Florentine bistro with excellent food and a great selection of wine. Via delle Oche 11R, COQUINARIUS.IT

Enjoy a long, laid-back dinner: J.K. Lounge, as you know, a very special living room with fireplaces and very comfortable sofas where taste organic Tuscan specialties. From now till end October have a dinner on the panoramic restaurant terrace in front of Santa Maria Novella Church is a must. Piazza di Santa Maria Novella 7, JKPLACE.COM; MRANDMRSSMITH.COM

Share a bottle of wine: Fuori Porta in the San Niccolò area is the perfect place to sit outside on the small terrace during the summer. Via del Monte alle Croci 10/R, FUORIPORTA.IT

Place to see and be seen: Colle Bereto the most lively and trendy bar in the city centre. Piazza degli Strozzi 5, CAFECOLLEBERETO.COM

Get away from the city for a day: Go for lunch at Osteria di Passignano, which is owned by the Antinori family. The Michelin-starred restaurant has excellent food and wines, and the village itself is spectacular. Via Passignano 33, Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, OSTERIADIPASSIGNANO.COM

Shop for a unique souvenir from Florence: Go to the Dr Vranjes fragrance shop and buy some Rosso Nobile home fragrance. It’s not just a souvenir; you’ll be bringing with you a real Florentine scent. Borgo La Croce 44/R, DRVRANJES.COM

Photo: Dario Garofalo

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