Private Cooking Class In Florence And Market Tour

Indulge your love of Italian food in Tuscany, and enjoy a full-day tour that combines a market visit with a cooking class and 4-course meal with wine! After scouting out quality local ingredients at a historical Florence food market, travel to a rustic farmhouse in Tuscany, surrounded by exquisite countryside. Then, prepare your feast of pasta, bruschetta and Tuscan roast pork, plus beloved desserts such as tiramisu, before savoring the creations with Tuscan wine. Up to four glasses of wine are included throughout the day as well as a cooking diploma and the recipes.

Learn the art of Tuscan cooking on this 5 hour market visit and cooking class in Florence. Led by local chefs, visit Florence’s Central Market to choose fresh ingredients and then prepare a classic Tuscan lunch in the cooking school kitchen. Create dishes such as ‘bruschetta’ (tomato-topped grilled bread) and homemade pasta and dessert watched by your chefs, and savor your meal with your fellow cooks and unlimited glasses of Chianti wine before receiving a diploma and recipe booklet. Numbers are limited to 20 for this small-group class to ensure a personalized experience.

To all the Pasta Lovers from around the world: this is the perfect experience for you! Join us in an exclusive small group cooking class at a real Tuscan Trattoria and learn to cook tagliatelle, ravioli and tiramisù from scratch. Meet us in Florence's heart, then venture with our chef to Sant’Ambrogio food market to look for the finest ingredients (only included in the 9.00 am shift). After gathering all necessities, return to the kitchen, don your apron, and dive into sauce-making—ragù and classic tomato. While they simmer, knead pasta dough to perfection under the chef's guidance. Once achieved, set aside to rest and delve into crafting tiramisù, the beloved Italian dessert. While it chills, enjoy Tuscan appetizers and tales of culinary tradition. Then, back to pasta: master tagliatelle and stuffed ravioli with ricotta. Season, and finally, savor the fruits of your labor with a glass of fine wine. Buon appetito, and don't forget to make scarpetta!

This will be a fun filled culinary experience of buying food, talking about food, preparing food and finally eating together with a local culinary expert Mirella! Explore Sant'Ambrogio, a central market in Florence and visit local producers of oil, fruit and vegetables. On the 30-min drive to Mirella's home, hear about the history of Florentine and Tuscan cuisine. Enter Mirella's kitchen for a hands-on Italian cooking class during which you will learn to make 3-4 dishes that you will later enjoy. Your meal will include an appetizer, homemade pasta, a main and dessert. Mirella’s approach to cooking has been influenced by both Florentine Renaissance (Tuscan nobility) and her proud Tuscan roots. Mirella uses seasonal ingredients and has a different menu for every season. A sample menu might include bruschetta or vegetable tart, penne with ragù, Tuscan meatballs with seasonal vegetables and cioccolatissimo (decadent chocolate dessert). Enjoy your meal over wine, prosecco and limoncello.

This cooking class stands out by offering an authentic and immersive experience in the heart of Florence. You’ll start your culinary adventure with a guided tour of the bustling Sant’Ambrogio Market, where you’ll select fresh, local ingredients under the guidance of a professional chef. Back in our traditional Tuscan kitchen, you’ll learn to prepare classic Italian dishes from scratch, including tagliatelle with ragù sauce, ricotta and spinach-stuffed ravioli, and the iconic tiramisu. Our small group setting ensures personalized attention, making it perfect for food enthusiasts of all ages. The experience culminates in a shared meal of your delicious creations, paired with carefully selected wines, providing a true taste of Italian culture and hospitality.

Spend with us a morning discovering the atypical products of Tuscany and Italy, tasting the authentic flavors of our country at the Market of San Lorenzo. We will taste, Balsamic Vinegar, truffle products, Wine, focaccia and many other products that we will also use in the kitchen for our 4-course lunch. you will be accompanied by a professional chef who will explain the characteristics and history of the market and its products. We will then move to our kitchens not far from the historic center, inside a historic building. Here we will prepare a typical Italian four-course lunch with the products we met at the market. Once the preparation of each specialty is finished, you will be able to taste what you have made in our dining room, including wine and water. The class is not allowed for severe and contact Celiac disease, not to be confused with gluten intolerance. Depending on the chefs' availability, the class can also be done in Spanish and German.

This is a unique opportunity to enjoy a private and immersive Tuscan cooking class in a beautiful Florence home with a lovely retired Italian couple. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Your hands-on cooking class takes place in a local home kitchen where Maria teaches you 2-3 traditional Tuscan dishes. You'll learn traditional Italian cooking techniques that are easily replicated at home. After cooking, enjoy your meal together with this lovely Italian family. If you choose to add-on a market tour, Maria gives you a guided tour of San Lorenzo market, the historic food market of Florence, perfect for food lovers. This experience includes round-trip transfers in Maria's car from downtown Florence to her beautifully designed countryside home. During your car ride, Maria regales you with stories of the city. Vegetarians and guests with dietary requests are welcome!

Visit the vibrant local market and the  traditional food shops with the Cesarina and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home,  learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Florentine cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Florentine recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Meet the owners of local businesses and engage in an uplifting, eye-opening experience browsing through local produce. Grasp the local traditions and language by interacting with the locals and experiencing their unmatched hospitality. Create a 3-course menu that you’ll cook later by using the ingredients you hand-picked from the local shops. Get to know the local crafts and understand the heritage of this area through its shops, some of which are older than 100 years. Join our chef in an authentic walkthrough of what the area has to offer and how to shop for the best ingredients. To enjoy this tour to the fullest, you need to get away from the din of the city for half a day of immersion in the slow-paced, more genuine way of life of the people in Tuscany.

Discover the essence of Italy through our "Market to Table" cooking class. Immerse yourself in Florence's vibrant San Lorenzo food market, guided by our expert chef. Craft classic Italian dishes like bruschetta and pasta with the freshest market finds. It's a fusion of tradition and innovation, with an emphasis on rich and diverse flavors. Sample local products and enjoy a delightful wine tasting with two glasses of fine Italian wine, elevating your meal to a new level. Receive a Graduation Certificate and a recipe booklet to recreate these delights at home. Our class offers a perfect balance of tradition and innovation, leaving a lasting impression of Tuscany's flavors.

Embark on a captivating journey through Florence's bustling food market, guided by our friendly English-speaking expert. The Florence market is a treasure trove where the stalls overflow with the bounty of the lush green belt surrounding the city. Here, local producers bring their goods before the dawn, setting the stage for an authentic Italian farm-to-table experience. From seasonal produce to fresh and salt-cured meats, an array of cheeses, and more, you'll witness a cornucopia of flavors, colors, and aromas in this foodie's paradise. Your adventure continues as you step into Mama Florence Cooking School, where you'll embark on a pasta-making odyssey. Our English-speaking professional chef, a true pasta virtuoso, will guide you through the alchemy of transforming simple, fresh, local Tuscan ingredients into handcrafted pasta and delectable, harmonizing sauces. From kneading and rolling to the art of cutting, you'll create pasta shapes like ravioli, tagliatelle, and tagliolini.

Immerse yourself in this 5 hour culinary experience at the historic Villa Pandolfini estate, on the hills over Florence. Gain hands-on experience and learn to cook with confidence as you create a tantalising 5 course meal. Our professional Italian chefs will teach you the secrets of Tuscan cooking, giving you the skills to impress even the most experienced foodies!

Indulge in Florence like a VIP! Join our exclusive cooking adventure. Explore hidden shops brimming with authentic Tuscan flavors on a guided walking tour. Learn from a passionate chef, taste gourmet products, and gather fresh ingredients. In a small group, receive personalized attention as you transform into a master of Italian cuisine. Craft handmade pasta, rich sauces, and delectable desserts using traditional methods. Savor your creations paired with Tuscan wines. Take home a recipe booklet and a Florence guidebook – Buon appetito!

Cooking in a Local's Home with Seasonal Ingredients, in a Typical Italian Neighborhood in The Heart of Florence We will tour the farmer’s market where you will learn about seasonality, Italian butchery, salumi & cheese. We will create a personalized menu choosing what’s in season that day to create two fresh pastas and two sauces. After, designing our seasonal menu we will go back to my place, a classic Florentine apartment, in the heart of Sant’Ambrogio for a taste of local life. During this hands on experience you will make two pastas, two sauces, tiramisu for dessert and taste some Tuscan bites on some Tuscan bites along with prosecco/spritz while we cook so we don't get angry. This class is vegetarian friendly. Once we’re done cooking, we’ll enjoy the dreamy pasta we’ve created with wine pairing, followed by our tiramisu for our lunch.

Meet your host Cinzia, a kind and gentle host for whom food is love and life, and explore her favorite local food stores to shop at. Start with a cup of coffee at one of Cinzia's favorite cafes before you visit a high-end, historical supermarket known for its high-quality, specialty products. Next, visit a small family-owned grocery store to pick up fresh vegetables for your cooking class. Depending on the menu, you may make a few additional stops at either a wine, bread, chocolate or cheese shop.  Your hands-on cooking class takes place on the patio in Cinzia’s home. Watch as Cinzia prepares an appetizer for you to enjoy before you roll up your sleeves and learn to cook regional Italian pasta from recipes passed down through generations of Cinzia’s family. You will cook three Italian dishes from scratch including a side or dessert. Choose between a menu of either three handmade pastas and accompanying sauces or a pasta and meat main course. Please note your preference when booking.

Immerse yourself in the rich history and culinary traditions of Florence with a unique walking tour and cooking class that combines culture, food, and local flavors. Begin your experience with a guided stroll through Florence’s charming streets, stopping at historic markets and artisan shops to learn about Tuscan ingredients and specialties. After an hour of exploring, we’ll head to a local home kitchen, where you’ll take part in a hands-on cooking class. Using fresh, high-quality local ingredients, you'll learn to prepare a classic Tuscan dish, mastering the techniques and traditions that make Florentine cuisine so special. Once the cooking is done, sit down and enjoy your homemade meal, paired with a glass of fine Tuscan wine, while soaking in the warm atmosphere of an authentic Florentine home. Perfect for food lovers and travelers looking for a deeper cultural experience, this tour and class will leave you with lasting memories and delicious new skills to take home.

Savor the flavors of authentic Tuscan cuisine with this private gourmet food tour in Florence. Visit markets, taste wine, and learn about the region's culinary history.

If you're looking for private cooking lessons, our incredible full-day tour starts in Florence and includes a tour of the historic central market as well as hands-on teaching in a typical farmhouse situated in the breathtaking Tuscan countryside. You will visit the famous San Lorenzo food market, where you will interact with Tuscan-born farmers, including bakers and butchers. Locals shop here, and you may peruse with them an extensive selection of cheeses, olives, fruits and vegetables, as well as balsamic vinegar. Then your guide will take you to a state-of-the-art kitchen. It is there, in a gorgeous Tuscan farmhouse on a private estate, that the class will begin. This goes beyond simple demonstration. Under the guidance of the skilled chef, you will prepare a traditional four-course Tuscan meal on your own. He'll show you how to make rich beef tomato sauce, pasta made with farm-fresh eggs, a delicious bruschetta, roast pork loin with potatoes and tiramisu. Chianti wine is included.

Private Full Day Tour from Florence dedicated to knowing and learning the dishes of Italian cuisine and tasting the most famous wines. The tour will visit a winery that produces Brunello di Montalcino. You learn how to make authentic Italian pasta with a seasoned professional. Our Pasta Class offers a relaxed and respectful environment that fosters a true understanding of Tuscan culinary secrets. After the class, enjoy your wonderful creations featuring three varieties of pasta for lunch or dinner, paired with tasting of unique and hand-crafted products including wines, truffle oils and balsamic vinegar. What is included in the Package: – Making of three different kinds of homemade pasta – The chef will explain you the most technical aspects to prepare the pasta, so that you will be able to make your own pasta, directly in your kitchen. Lunch with menu of the recipes you saw during the course but cooked by our chefs. – Full wine tasting and olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting.

Meet your host Patrizia near the Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio. She will guide you through the market, pointing out some of her favorite vendors and products. You will select fresh products to bring home and use for your cooking. After about one hour, you will walk back to Patrizia’s home to begin your hands-on cooking experience. Once you get to her apartment, Patrizia will teach you authentic Italian dishes from Florence and Italy’s Emilia Romagna Region. You will prepare an appetizer, a first course, typically a fresh pasta like tagliatelle, ravioli, or gnocchi, a second course of meat and dessert!  Patrizia specializes in seasonal dishes that bring out the flavors of the region – in the summer you might make sauces with fresh tomatoes, while in the winter months you might enjoy seasonal vegetables like artichokes. Your cooking class will last about 2 ½ hours before you sit down to enjoy your meal and some delicious Italian wine.