Palazzo Antinori

In their February 2008 issue, T&L features the Palazzo Antinori, a Renaissance palace located in Florence which has served as the headquarters for the Marchesi Antinori winery since the 16th century.  Inside the palazzo are two restaurants, the upscale Cantinetta Antinori and the unpretentious Buca Lapi.  Cantinetta serves elaborate regional dishes while Buca Lapi reputedly offers up the best steak in Florence.  Given that the palazzo is located on Via Tornabuoni close to Prada, Versace and Armani, I would suggest you eat and imbibe after you shop, or you may find your wine-lessened inhibitions leave you with a substantially lightened wallet.