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Florence pizzeria

In Florence, Italy, in October ’05 we came across a pizzeria/spaghetteria with a varied selection of dishes at reasonable prices. Gusto Leo (Via del Proconsolo, 8-10/r) is located diagonally across from the Cavour Hotel.

I had a large salad of lettuce, black olives, prosciutto and cheese for €7.90 (near $9.60)

SONIA IBANEZ
New York, NY

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