Even though it’s hot, I needed a caffè latte, and my favorite place in Florence for that is at Gilli’s, founded in 1733. I love this place!
And the caffè was a delight, as ever!
Outdoors, the windows of Gilli are always filled with beautiful presented seasonal confections. This little girl seemed entranced by them. Who could blame her?!
The streets were rocking with tourists and bikes, taxis, horse and carriage, anything but regular cars.
My walk took me by my favorite eatery and I loved the fresh design of the large ferns.
Blocks away I spotted a new car model (to me it’s new): the Fiat Topolino (mouse). I love the color of this little convertible.
Later, at a souvenir stand, I smiled when I saw the Vitruvius cat design. I thought you might like to see some of the many t-shirt styles available. There are many!
And then, to balance the riduculous with the sublime, I was interested in the operas being performed this summer at the opera house in the city.
Another great day, if a bit hotter than I would like. :-)
get back, lauretta! 
It all looks great, and hot. That car ! Ideal for cities, though. There re cars now with colours I just could not name.
So, do you have your own appartamento, o casa (yes, I’m trying to learn Italian, on Duolingo. Always wanted to) ?
Good for you and duolingo! Perche no?! I love that green shade. What would you call it? I am working on getting my appartamento; found one and got a verbal agreement but no papers signed yet. It becomes available mid September, so I’m leaving the heat of Florence for a few weeks until it’s ready. Hope you are having a great summer! Is it warm where you live? L
The past 2 summers here (Mis/North UK) have had more wet days than dry. Only in the past 4 weeks have we had any warmth. Don’t get through a week without more rain days than dry.
So….
I really wish I could send you some of this Tuscan sunshine and heat. It would dry your region out instantaneously!