Stones that tell the Story: Tradition and Innovation
Stones that tell the Story: Tradition and Innovation

From the inspiration of Palazzo Pitti to culinary philosophy:

Walking through Piazza de' Pitti in Florence, your gaze will surely be captured by the magnificence of Palazzo Pitti. Admiring its timeless beauty, you will notice that, like many other Florentine architectural works, its facade is entirely composed of stones.

The harmonious alternation of long and short stones creates a unique and suggestive visual effect, which contributes to making Palazzo Pitti one of the most iconic monuments in the city. The skillful crafting of the stones, cleverly arranged to create a play of light and shadow, attests to the mastery of Florentine artisans of the time.

Legend has it that these stones were desired by Luca Pitti, the patron of the palace, to symbolize his power (the large stone) and the weakness of his adversaries (the small stone).

The two stones of our logo:

The long, solid, and imposing stone represents our tradition, the love for the territory, and the highest quality raw materials. Just like the stone, which has formed over millions of years, our cuisine is based on recipes passed down from generation to generation and on genuine ingredients from our land.

The short, agile, and dynamic stone represents our innovation, the desire to experiment and propose new and creative dishes. Just like the stone, which can be shaped to create new forms, we also strive to reinterpret Tuscan culinary tradition in a modern key, surprising our palates with unprecedented combinations and original presentations.

A perfect combination:

The two stones of our logo, therefore, are not only a tribute to the city of Florence and its history but also the perfect representation of our approach to cuisine: a harmonious balance between tradition and innovation, between familiar flavors and new culinary experiences.

Come visit us:

We invite you to come and visit us at Osteria Le Pietre to discover more about our cuisine and to taste our dishes. You will find a welcoming and familiar environment, where you can enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine, reinterpreted with a touch of originality and creativity.

See you soon!

The staff of Osteria Le Pietre