The story
Tucked away in the Florence countryside, Chiesanuova has earned its reputation as a destination for schiacciata. Sentieri Golosi calls it "one of the sacred monsters of schiacciata," describing the flatbread as "very crunchy, hot, bread-like, and perfect for stuffing." It’s a classic example of the region’s street-food tradition, executed with the kind of commitment that makes a simple thing feel essential.
This is not a place for frills; the focus is squarely on the baked good. The bread is served fresh, with a texture that holds up to generous fillings. For those chasing the definitive Florentine schiacciata experience, Chiesanuova delivers the crunch and warmth that locals and travelers alike have come to treasure.
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Reviewers at Chiesanuova rave about the schiacciata, praising its rustic perfection. The overall vibe is one of warm, satisfying simplicity.
“This schiacciata is very crunchy, very hot, freshly baked. You can feel the crunchiness. It's more like bread — nice crunchy but balanced. It burns like destiny, it's hard to hold by hand. This is the schiacciata closest to tradition, a bread dough with oil and salt on the surface, perfect for filling.”
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One of the sacred monsters of schiacciata — very crunchy, hot, bread-like, and perfect for stuffing.
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Schiacciata
This schiacciata is very crunchy, very hot, freshly baked. You can feel the crunchiness. It's more like bread — nice crunchy but balanced. It burns like destiny, it's hard to hold by hand. This is the schiacciata closest to tradition, a bread dough with oil and salt on the surface, perfect for filling.
