Beyond ‘lampredotto’: the stuffed sandwich in Florence

When you are in Florence, one of the best meal you can have is a stuffed sandwich.

The most famous one is beyond any doubt the traditional panino con il lampredotto (a sandwich stuffed with parts of the stomach of cattle, boiled with spices). But if you prefer a lighter meal without compromising your tasty experience, you have many choices.

1. Panino con prosciutto crudo e pecorino (Tuscan ham sandwich with cheese)
   The Tuscan ham is salty and it’s sliced ​​thicker than the normal Parma ham. Someone says that it is so salty in order to compensate the lack of salt in the Tuscan bread (or pane sciocco), but it is not the case. It actually depends on a different kind of seasoning. Together with pecorino cheese is a real delight.
2. Panino con la finocchiona e il caprino (Finocchiona sandwich with goat cheese)
   The finocchiona is a traditional Tuscan salami, made with minced pork mixed with fennel seeds, which were introduced to substitute the most expensive black pepper. Have it with some caprino cheese and a glass of wine, simply perfect.
3. Panino con il salame toscano (Tuscan salami sandwich)
   Among the many kinds of salami coming from the different regions of Italy, you can easily recognize the Tuscan one for its compactness and the very aromatic flavor. Must try.
4. Schiacciata con la soprassata
   Soprassata is made with the scraps of pork (such as part of the head, the tongue and other parts), chopped and mixed with spices and flavors. Being less salty than other meats is perfect with the schiacciata (remember to ask for it!)

Travel Tips

You will find many shops in Florence where to eat a delicious stuffed sandwich. Our tour includes information about where to have a traditional Tuscan meal, based on your requests.