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Cuisine of Lucca for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants

Lucca Beautiful ancient town of Lucca features numerous historical landmarks and is well known for its original culinary traditions. In local restaurants the guests will surely be offered a variety of refined ethnic dishes however the food artworks can be found not only in upscale restaurants. Small shops Taddeucci which can be found near the central square and other city sights are of immense popularity among travelers.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Lucca
1. Travelers who are setting off to Lucca for the first time should undoubtedly visit the touristic center of APT Lucca Tourist Information Office. It is located near the Santa Maria square. … Open
The special sort of bread named Buccellato can be bought there. Crisp French baguette features is flavored with anise taste. This treat is of more popularity among tourists than refined desserts served in the neighbor cafés. The thirst can be easily quenched as during walking tour the travelers will find numerous special drinking fountains right in the streets of the city. The fountain water is clear and harmless. Many local people refill their containers with fountain fresh drinking water.
Among the popular Lucca restaurants the Buca di Sant’Antonio restaurant is most worth attention. It was established in 1782. Despite the high pricing this legendary gastronomy landmark is annually visited by many local people and tourists. The main recipe for success of the restaurant is the highest quality of served foods and unspeakable feel of comfort in its cozy hall. The specialities of the house are considered to be pasta with hare and lamb meat cooked following original recipe which is undoubtedly worth trying. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Shopping in Lucca - main shopping streets, outlets and boutiques
In Lucca, it's worth paying attention not only to fashion stores but also to original gastronomic pavilions. La Boutique dei Golosi is considered an ideal place to choose wine and gourmet … Open
The cozy Caffè di Simo is the best place to set off to for breakfast. Guests are offered savory cappuccino and delicious Italian croissants Cornetto. The café features attractive pricing. The breakfast with hot pastry and a cup of savory coffee will cost about 4 Euro. The Vineria I Santi restaurant is equally interesting for tourists as it offers not only amazing choice of ethnic cuisine dishes but a rich wine list.
Lucca One of the most romantic places of Lucca is the Locanda Eremo del Gusto restaurant. A part of the tables is served on the open air terrace which offers a great panoramic view over the city. Those travelers desiring to try some specialities of Tuscan cuisine may be recommended to pay a visit to the Trattoria da Leo restaurant. It also features an upscale selection of delicious dishes and appealing pricing as well as cozy homey atmosphere!
Guide to Lucca sightseeing - things to see and to visit
Lucca is a charming Italian town in Tuscany, which is located not far away from Pisa. The city was founded on the site of the Ligurian settlement and the Roman military camp. Lucca has … Open
Interesting dishes of meat and legumes, seasonal vegetables and fruits, premium-quality dairy products and meat delicacies are the main components of Lucca's traditional cuisine. The most common first-course option is the soup of beans and spelt - this crop has been used for cooking popular dishes for several thousand years. It is customary to prepare the traditional soup with fresh celery, onions, and garlic, and small slices of ham give it a special flavor.
Lucca No less original first course is Garmugia soup, which is considered a spring dish. Its important components are young peas, spring onions, asparagus, and artichokes. Various types of meat or ham may also be added to the soup. When it comes to main courses, Tortelli is especially popular with tourists in Lucca restaurants. This is how they call a special kind of pasta filled with various types of meat. It is customary to serve Tortelli with thick meat gravy. Before serving, the dish is always decorated with Parmesan cheese.
Family holidays with kids in Lucca. How to entertain your child, things to show to children.
Lucca will be a great place for a peaceful family holiday. The city has many interesting sights, museums, and beautiful parks for walking. There are also excellent entertainment centers for … Open
In Lucca, they prepare a special version of the widespread dish Rovelline. For its preparation, small breaded beef slices are fried until ready and then stewed in tomato sauce with spices. This cooking method allows to make the meat as tender and juicy as possible. The meat dish is usually garnished with mashed potatoes.
Lucca No less original meat dish is rabbit stew, which is also cooked with various spices and high-grade olive oil. As for fish dishes, fried cod remains an undisputed leader. Local chefs know dozens of recipes for its preparation. Coal-grilled cod is considered the most delicious version. An original side dish of chickpeas is often prepared for it.
Authentic traditions, festivals and lifestyle of Lucca inhabitants
Lucca is a city of haute culture and arts. Besides this is an established place of an exciting original event being Lucca Comics and Game Festival. The fest was first held in 1966 and since … Open
The most popular dessert that can be tasted in Lucca is called Pasimata. This is sweet anise bread usually baked for Easter but available all year round in some restaurants. A true gastronomic masterpiece is Castagnaccio Cake prepared with a special variety of edible chestnuts. Chestnut flour is also used to prepare delicious Necci pancakes. This type of pancakes is traditionally stuffed with delicate ricotta produced on local farms. Lucca has many nice cafes and bakeries where you can try the most popular desserts.
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♥   Restaurant 'Buca di Sant’Antonio' LUCCA. Type - Tuscan. 1.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Antica Locanda dell’Angelo' LUCCA. Type - Mediterranean cuisine. 1.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'All’Olivo' LUCCA. Type - Regional cuisine|Tuscan. 2.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'L’Imbuto' Lucca. Type - Creative. 2.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Osteria Verciani "il Mecenate a Lucca"' Lucca. Type - Tuscan. 2.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'La Cecca' Capannori. Type - Tuscan. 3.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Forino' CAPANNORI. Type - Seafood. 7.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Butterfly' MARLIA. Type - Modern cuisine. 7.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Antica Locanda di Sesto' PONTE A MORIANO. Type - Tuscan. 10.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'I Diavoletti' Capannori. Type - Tuscan|Organic. 10.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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Cuisine and restaurants in the neighbours of Lucca

Pisa
Tourists looking for visiting various gastronomy destinations in Pisa should keep in mind several key features of the area. The most expensive restaurants and cafes are located in close vicinity to the Tower of Pisa however not all of them offer high quality of dishes relevant to a high profile of a place. The only advantage of these gastronomy establishments is a stunning ... Open »
Viareggio
Porca Miseria restaurant offers a large selection of international dishes, including popular varieties of pizza. It will be definitely liked by fans of quiet and secluded rest. In the evening the restaurant is a cozy place with pleasant romantic atmosphere. Finally, if you want to get some rest after a busy day full of sightseeing, cafe Adone will be your best choice. Among ... Open »
Livorno
Head to the Venetian quarter and find the romantic restaurant Cuvée Enobistrot. It is sure to impress visitors with its sophisticated atmosphere and varied menu. Many come here specifically to try exquisite sea delicacies. Here they prepare fantastic mussels, scallops and shrimps, and some of the most expensive are tuna dishes. This restaurant decorated in the style of past ... Open »
Tuscany
From a gastronomic point of view Tuscany is one of the most mysterious and attractive areas of Italy, because this is where locals have preserved centuries-old culinary traditions. The main aspect of local cooking is preserving the essence of the product and its unique flavor; that’s why local chefs are very reluctant to spices and seasonings. Those who want to taste ... Open »
Florence
Targa is known as one of best restaurants of the national cuisine in the city. Guests will be amazed by high level of service and large variety of dishes. The restaurant's menu is completely updated each season. Here you can try best Italian wines – the restaurant has its own cellar that features more than two hundred varieties of this amazing drink. La Baraonda restaurant ... Open »
Emilia-Romagna Region
A rice pie is made, mostly, in Bologna. The main ingredient is obviously rice, boiled in milk. Some almonds, eggs, and sugar and the sweet dessert is ready. You can order Brasadela, a real grated bread, to any meat course. The cooks say with one voice that this delicacy is best consumed in the evening with a glass of Albana wine. A piada with fruits and nuts is also worth ... Open »
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