The Artisanal Production of "Il Cantuccio di San Lorenzo"

There are no secrets: everything is visible, everything is transparent

While strolling through Florence in the streets of the San Lorenzo district, you may be lucky enough to step into the heart of the artisanal production at "Il Cantuccio di San Lorenzo", where the magic of Tuscan flavors comes to life through the skilled hands of our Master Bakers.

In our open-view workshop, you will have the opportunity to watch our pastry chefs at work, carefully shaping the cantucci loaves before they go into the oven. Every step is a ritual of precision: a delicate brush of egg wash, a light sprinkle of sugar. You will appreciate the dedication and expertise of those who work daily to ensure the highest quality of our products.

The transparency of our workshop, made possible by the large windows surrounding it, offers a clear and direct view of every detail of the production process. Here, there are no secrets: everything is visible, everything is transparent.

Handcrafted cantucci

This choice reflects our honesty and transparency and puts the customer experience at the center. Every surface is impeccably clean, ensuring a safe and hygienic workspace where our customers can feel confident in enjoying and purchasing our products.

When you walk past our workshop, you'll be irresistibly drawn by the captivating aroma of freshly baked sweets. It's an invitation to step inside and discover the world of authentic flavors that only "Il Cantuccio di San Lorenzo" can offer.

Each morning, the air is filled with the intoxicating scent of toasted almonds and the sweet fragrance of honey, essential ingredients in our delicious cantucci. Our high-quality raw materials are carefully selected to guarantee an authentic taste and an unforgettable experience of Florentine tradition.

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It’s not just cantucci that reign supreme in our workshop. With the same care and attention, our artisans create a wide range of delicacies, from panforte to "brutti buoni", from amaretti to shortbread cookies..

One of our most beloved specialties is “Il Bacione di Firenze”: a cake of our own creation, an explosion of dark chocolate and gianduia cream, encased between two layers of crumbly cocoa shortcrust pastry. A delight for the palate and the eyes, capable of winning over even the most discerning.

With "Il Cantuccio di San Lorenzo," you'll savor the best Tuscan sweets and enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience that keeps the culinary heritage of our beloved Florence alive.