Delhi2Dublin
Address: Priory Market, Main Road, Tallaght, Dublin D24 YYK4
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Cuisine: Indian
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Restaurants & Food
the best in Florence and where to eat them
Here is our selection of sandwiches in Florence that are worth the bite
It’s easy to say panino. For some people the term only means two slices of bread with cold cuts in-between, in Tuscany however it defines an unrelenting variety of ready-to-eat delicacies, made from truly locally sourced ingredients and a rich culinary tradition that the entire world envies.
It is the top lunch break option (but also for asnack, breakfast, happy hour…) of Florentines and tourists alike. In the city there is no shortage of bakeries where you can taste the best schiacciate con l’affettato, trippai where you can taste the best sandwich with lampredotto (we have also prepared for you a tour among the stalls of the best in town) and even small stores and the best of stops for an unforgettable sandwich. Here are the best of them:
All’Antico Vinaio
Via dei Neri, 65,74,76,78
ph. +39 055 238 2723
He is the most famous and reviewed “paninaro” in the world, in Via dei Neri at numbers 65,74,76,78, a stone’s throw from Piazza della Signoria, but also at the Gigli, in Milan, and soon in Rome! His “Bada come la fuma” is the motto that anticipates gluttonous feast of each schiacciata that bears his signature. Behind this huge success there is Tommaso Mazzanti who absolutely recommends you to try: the schiacciata with Tuscan Porchetta, Parmesan cheese cream and homemade roasted potato cream, the “Tricolore” with beef carpaccio, pistachio cream and hazelnut grains with fresh basil and finally the one with Tuscan Porchetta, sweet gorgonzola, pistachio cream and sun-dried tomatoes.
Procacci
Via de’ Tornabuoni, 64R
ph. +39 055 211656
You can’t write about Florence without mentioning its famous truffled sandwiches. We are talking about Procacci, a delicatessen founded in 1885 in the prestigious Via de’ Tornabuoni. Its specialties related to truffle processing are a Florentine institution. The one you absolutely must try? The sandwich with fried egg and precious black truffle, to be enjoyed with a glass of Barolo Prunotto by Marchesi Antonori and then tell us.
Semel
Piazza Lorenzo Ghilberti, 44 r
It could be called a sandwich boutique. Among the possible combinations you can choose from wild boar and polenta, ciuco, herring, pecorino cheese and tomatoes or anchovies, orange and puntarelle. Only the freshest and strictly seasonal ingredients. High quality at an affordable price: here the winning formula is a sandwich and a glass of wine for five euros. Fun atmosphere and very characteristic, stop for a quick lunch if you are in the area of Sant’Ambrogio.
Ino
Via dei Georgofili, 3r/7r
ph. +39 055 214154
Between the Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio, Alessandro Frassica’s gourmet store specializes in sandwiches, and is a small refuge recommended for the purchase of rare local, national and foreign specialties. Among his signature sandwiches, you absolutely must try the Panino Costiera with stracciatella di Burrata cheese, anchovies from the Cantabrian Sea and lemon oil, collected in its classic and fragrant hot cobbler. It will be love at first sight.
I Fratellini
Via dei Cimatori, 38/r
ph. +39 055 239 6096
It’s always nice to turn the corner of Via Calzaioli, go to I Fratellini and order a hot, crispy sandwich and accompany it with a good glass of wine. Twenty labels in rotation including Chianti, Brunello and Morellino. The sandwich you can’t miss? The simple and unforgettable one with raw ham (strictly Tuscan), cream cheese and rocket. Try it to believe.
La Nicchietta in Calimaruzza
Via Calimaruzza, 12
ph. +39 055 614 2647
La Nicchietta was born from an original idea of Michele, its owner, who, with years of experience in the field, decided to start this adventure of taste in the center of Florence, 50 meters from Piazza della Signoria. Quality products and seasonality are two inseparable concepts, like the two slices of a good sandwich. Among the unmissable is the sandwich with Finocchiona, Burrata and fresh seared artichoke, in schiacciata, wood-fired bread or 5-grain bread (all strictly without lard) and the classic rosetta with lard marinated in 5 herbs, dried tomatoes and Tuscan pecorino cheese.
La Schiacciata
Via dell’Ariento, Mercato Centrale
Massimiliano Parri’s new La Schiacciata shop with Luisanna Messeri brings a typically Florentine product revisited in a gourmet key to the first floor of the Mercato Centrale. Thanks to quality ingredients, the schiacciata is offered in two versions, white with the addition of ancient flours and wholemeal, reinventing itself each time. The menu, curated by the artisans with the help of the two chefs Damiano Attucci and Andrea Venzo at the counter, includes a dozen proposals that are renewed and changed with the seasonality and according to what the market offers. Between the two warm, crispy layers of schiacciata, the chefs slice cold cuts and hams, lard and pecorino cheese, and spread zola and Parmesan cheese creams. There are also vegetarian dishes and gluten-free schiacciata. At aperitif time, a series of small samples and pickles to enjoy with a glass of wine or a cocktail from the Market.
Mariano
Via del Parione, 19
ph. +39 055 214067
Croutons and sandwiches are prepared in a hole full of goodies. Here, the sincerity of the products is divinely combined with that of the owners who have always used natural and homemade products. Here you can choose your sandwich completely tailored, in front of an array of mouth watering ingredients. Here are our recommendations: The sandwich with the legendary chicken galatina, artichokes and mayonnaise; the one with tongue, broccoli, chicory and mustard and even the classic pork, artichokes and truffles and finally the freshest: the one with carne salada, broad beans and pecorino cheese. Sandwich with a matching glass of wine does not exceed 10 euros.
Casa del Vino
Via dell’Ariento, 16r
ph. +39 055 215609
Gianni Migliorini is the owner of this store linked to the oldest Florentine food tradition, near the San Lorenzo Market (and this is where his products come from) and founded by his grandfather in the early twentieth century. Try the sandwich with cherry tomatoes seasoned with anchovies, capers and a taste of chili pepper that go perfectly with a fresh burratina.
Il Cernacchino
Via della Condotta, 38R
ph. +39 055 294119
A stone’s throw from Piazza della Signoria, two welcoming ladies serve continuous sandwiches hollowed out to contain the classic Peposo all’imprunetina, Florentine tripe, bracioline rifatte al pomodoro, repassed chicken livers or the “Ciccina bona” (a tender and tasty beef stew). Tip. Order their Panino numero 4, with Tuscan salami, fig mustard and semi-mature pecorino dell’Amiata.
Fiaschetteria Nuvoli
Piazza dell’Olio, 15/r
ph. +39 055 239 6616
We are just a few steps away from the Duomo. When you get here there are three passions to share: one for soccer, or rather for Fiorentina; one for photography, which is linked to the history of this family and is found in the beautiful photos hanging on the walls; and last but not least that for the Tuscan cuisine. You absolutely have to try their sandwich with sbriciolona, cherry tomatoes and artichokes or the classic Tuscan ham, pecorino cheese and truffle sauce and, last but not least: the sandwich with porchetta.
Tanotto
Chiosco Volante al secondo piano, Viale Alessandro Guidoni, 85
ph. +39 377 2977098
For the curious and those looking for something different from the classic Florentine lampredotto, chef Gaetano Cerasuolo, aka Tano, has come up with the vegan lampredotto. Seitanotto recreates the taste and chew of classic lampredotto with mushrooms born from coffee grounds and seitan (10%). The salsa verde is also vegan; seaweed is used instead of anchovy, and boiled and then mashed potato is used to give texture. Inevitable is the hot sauce which is composed of chili bell pepper and the sweet bell pepper. To recreate the taste of the meat he uses Kala Namak salt which has a sulfur percentage that goes to give the broth that smell of boiled meat. The sandwich is homemade with a 36-hour biga and Tuscan flours.
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Delhi2Dublin is a small family outfit which is finally planting roots after years on the market circuit. Its new base at Priory Market in Tallaght is its first permanent home.
The menu, chalked on a blackboard, wanders across India’s street food map. You’ll find samosas, hand-folded momos, pani puri, and vada pav, the Mumbai potato burger. Sides stay snacky – masala fries dusted in Delhi-style seasoning.
“Kebab-ish” ups the portions. There’s a kebab platter with minced or seekh-style kebabs, salad, chutney, mayo and masala chips; a naan sandwich with kebabs, salad, peppers, onions and cheese; or loaded fries topped with kebabs, chutney, mayo and cheese.
“Big Bites” mean full meals; a crispy butter chicken rice bowl with potato bhaji, chickpea rice and cucumber salad, a naan wrap of the same, a chicken tikka masala burger stacked with fried fillets, mint slaw and masala fries, or chicken tikka masala loaded fries.
Dishes such as like the chicken rice bowl, loaded fries with chicken tikka or kebabs, and the loaded naan sandwich are proving to be the most popular choices.
What did we order?
Chicken samosas, the crispy butter chicken rice bowl, a lamb kebab platter and a loaded naan wrap.
How was the service?
This is a popular food stall, so there was a queue and a bit of a wait. You’re given a buzzer that goes off when your order is ready.
How was the food?
The chicken samosas were a mixed bag. The filling of mashed veg and cumin was good, and the dipping sauce worked, but they were greasy and not very crisp.
The crispy butter chicken rice bowl was as expected; breadcrumbed chicken with a spicy butter sauce, sticky rice, chickpeas and a fresh minty sauce on top of lettuce. The sauce was good, and the chickpeas and mint gave it a nice lift, though it’s more a fast-food version than a proper curry.
The lamb kebab platter came with a kofta-style minced lamb kebab, salad, dressing and masala chips. The chips were salty but a bit limp – fine for soaking up sauce but not much crunch. The loaded naan wrap used the same chicken and salad as the rice bowl, but in a large naan folded over, with plenty to eat. Overall, it is fast food that hits the spot if you want saucy, filling carbs.
What about the packaging?
Everything is served in cardboard packaging.
What did it cost?
It was €45 for lunch for three people: chicken samosas, €4; crispy butter chicken rice bowl, €14; lamb kebab platter, €13; and loaded naan wrap, €14.
Where does it deliver?
Takeaway and dine-in only. Open daily, 11am-10pm.
Would I order it again?
Yes, Priory Market is a vibrant market with a great atmosphere, and the food here – particularly the lamb kofta – is perfect for eating on site.
Alabama foodies, rejoice: Birmingham Restaurant Week is back for another year, and it’s more delicious than ever.
This annual culinary celebration brings together nearly 50 local restaurants, food trucks, bars, and catering companies, offering exclusive, limited-time menus and special pricing to highlight the best of Birmingham’s food scene. From upscale dining experiences and international flavors to casual favorites and hidden gems, Restaurant Week invites locals and visitors alike to explore and support the city’s vibrant culinary culture.
Restaurant Week’s Preview Party, which was held at Haven in Birmingham’s Southside, gave us a taste of what to expect in the week ahead. The lively event brought together chefs, restaurant owners, and food lovers under one roof to sample bites and sips from over a dozen participating spots. The evening highlighted the creativity, passion, and diversity that define Birmingham’s ever-evolving food scene. Take a look at some of the Preview Party’s standouts, as well as what you can expect from their Restaurant Week offerings.
Offering a fresh and elevated take on Latin cuisine, Sol Y Luna pairs artful tapas with handcrafted cocktails. From small plates to fresh margaritas, this is a go-to destination for flavor-packed nights with friends or a lively date spot. At the Preview Party, chef and owner Jorge Castro served up perfect bites of passion fruit shrimp ceviche on tortillas.
Castro has been part of Restaurant Week since its beginning, and commented on how the event brings the community together. “Restaurant Week is about the people,” he said. “We really get to know our customers and it’s amazing to see them return year after year, while also meeting many new faces.” Their Restaurant Week specials include fixed-price dinner menus featuring shrimp sliders, a Cuban sandwich, and a tres leches lemon cake.
(Birmingham Restaurant Week/Contributed)
Magnolia Point is redefining Southern soul food with an inventive twist, serving up comforting dishes that bring the bayou flavors. The restaurant is housed in a restored 1930s building at the corner of downtown’s Magnolia Avenue, and offers relaxed vibes that evoke everyone’s favorite seaside snacks. Their Preview Party sampling? A perfectly dippable black-eyed pea hummus with vegetable crudité, which is offered on both their lunch and dinner fixed-price menus for Restaurant Week along with plenty of Gulf Coast flavors like their classic gumbo and fried catfish.
(Birmingham Restaurant Week/Contributed)
A longtime pillar of Birmingham’s food scene, Michael’s Restaurant continues to impress with its steak, seafood, and Southern favorites. Under the leadership of Bernadine Birdsong, the restaurant has embraced Restaurant Week as an opportunity to connect with the community. “I love Restaurant Week because it brings people out and allows them the opportunity to try something new,” she said. Their Restaurant Week menu has promised to include their legendary Salmon Rockefeller: pan seared salmon topped with a spinach cream sauce and chopped bacon.
(Birmingham Restaurant Week/Contributed)
One of the city’s longest-standing Indian restaurants, Taj India has been serving Birmingham customers for nearly 30 years and is delighted to participate in Restaurant Week once more. Known for its rich curries, and warm hospitality, this Five Points favorite has become a go-to spot for both longtime locals and newcomers craving authentic Indian cuisine.
At the Restaurant Week Preview Party, Taj India served its beloved Chicken Tikka Masala–a comforting, flavor-packed dish that showcased the depth and warmth of traditional Indian cooking and was a standout among the evening’s offerings. The Chicken Tikka is featured on their fixed-price Restaurant Week menu, along with tandoori chicken and sag paneer.
From beloved institutions to rising stars, this year’s Birmingham Restaurant Week promises something for every palate. Whether you’re revisiting an old favorite or discovering a new go-to spot, there’s never been a better time to celebrate the creativity, culture, and connection that Birmingham’s culinary scene has to offer.
Several exciting events are lined up to keep the celebration going. Sipology, a cocktail tasting experience featuring local mixologists and spirit brands, will take place on Tuesday, July 23rd at City Walk Social. For a bit of foodie fun, don’t miss the BRW Scavenger Hunt, happening Saturday, July 20th, where you can explore the city and earn prizes along the way.
Birmingham Restaurant Week begins today, July 17th, and runs through July 26th. For more information about participating restaurants and special event tickets, visit bhamrestaurantweek.com.
When in Mumbai, especially around Andheri and Juhu, it’s not hard to find a buzzing cafe or a swanky fine-dining spot. But if you’re looking for hearty, budget-friendly vegetarian meals that pack in flavour and don’t break your bank, this guide is for you.
From soulful South Indian breakfasts to indulgent Rajasthani thalis and celeb-favourite paratha joints, here’s your ultimate veg food guide across Andheri and Juhu.
Shree Gomateshwara Bhavan
Craving soul food with a side of comfort? Shree Gomateshwara Bhavan is your go-to for South Indian delights with a twist. Don’t miss their Thecha Benny Dosa, and if you love coconut-based stews, their Idiyappam with vegetable stew will hit the right spot.
Where: Shree Gomateshwara Bhavan, Malad West, Near Andheri
Cost: Rs 500 for two
Vihara
Vihara – The International by Tunga specialises in quick upscale dining with a vast variety, including North and South Indian, Chinese, fast food, biryanis, and even pizzas. Their Chole Bhature and Sambhar are standouts, and you can’t go wrong with their Gini Dosa or Anjeer Halwa.
Where: Vihara – The International by Tunga, Andheri East
Cost: Rs 600 for two
Dakshinayan
If you love authentic South Indian fare served without frills, Dakshinayan is a classic pick. The Sweet Pongal, idlis, and range of dosas will take you straight to Tamil Nadu.
Where: Dakshinayan, Juhu
Cost: Rs 700 for two
Rajdhani Thali
When hunger hits hard, nothing beats a grand thali. Rajdhani Thali serves up the best of Rajasthani and Gujarati cuisine in a lavish thali spread. Expect dal baati, dhokla, sabzis, rotis, farsan, and indulgent sweets in a traditional setting.
Where: Rajdhani Thali, Juhu
Cost: Rs 1,300 for two
Khasiyat
A haven for paratha lovers! Khasiyat the Paratha House is known for serving celeb-approved, hearty parathas, from Cheese Chilli to Aloo Methi and Chana Bhatura. It’s affordable, quick, and oh-so-satisfying.
Where: Khasiyat, Vile Parle West
Cost: Rs 400 for two
Banana Leaf
Banana Leaf is your premium spot for South Indian fine dining. Known for signature dishes like Rajni Dosa, Neer Dosa with Mushroom Sukka, and Palak Medu Wada, this place blends traditional recipes with a posh setting. Bonus points for the filter coffee!
Where: Banana Leaf, Versova, Andheri
Cost: Rs 1,200 for two
Shiv Sagar
An evergreen name in Mumbai’s vegetarian food scene, Shiv Sagar’s menu is a global vegetarian wonderland, featuring everything from pav bhaji and Chinese to street food and sizzlers. It’s a comfort spot you can always go to.
Where: Shiv Sagar, Juhu
Cost: Rs 900 for two
B Bhagat Tarachand
Classic North Indian done right! This budget-friendly joint is known for its Dal Baati, Papad Churi, and the ever-famous Kutchi Beer (creamy buttermilk). It’s comfort food with a Rajasthani soul and major local fanfare.
Where: B Bhagat Tarachand, Andheri West
Cost: Rs 350 for two
Radha Krishna
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This family favourite in Andheri ticks all the right boxes with prompt service, a diverse vegetarian menu, and dishes you’ll keep coming back for. You can savour their Chole Tikki Platter, array of idli delicacies, pav bhaji and more.
Where: Radha Krishna Veg Restaurant, Andheri
Cost: Rs 1,000 for two
Govinda’s Restaurant
Govinda’s Restaurant website
This iconic restaurant inside ISKCON serves food first offered to Lord Krishna, making every bite spiritually and physically wholesome. From rich Indian mains to comforting desserts, Govinda’s global vegetarian menu (including Thai and Mexican!) will leave you blissfully full.
Where: Govinda’s Restaurant, ISKCON, Juhu
Cost: Rs 750 for two
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