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Connecting with locals can be a challenge when visiting a new city. This private home dining experience welcomes you into a family home in Pistoia to learn about traditional cuisine and share a meal. Watch as your hosts prepare classic Tuscan dishes, then enjoy a four-course meal featuring regional specialties served with area wines.

Italian cuisine is all about simplicity, high-quality ingredients, and easy preparation. In this hands-on experience, you’ll learn to make classic Italian pizza from scratch, including bianca, Margherita, Quattro Stagioni, Capricciosa, and Napoletana. Discover the secrets of dough leavening and cooking in both a wood-fired and electric oven. Afterward, prepare delicious homemade gelato, like fior di latte or stracciatella with dark chocolate. Enjoy the experience with Tuscan red wine, Italian craft beers, homemade coffee, and a traditional digestif. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this unique class offers an authentic perspective that no restaurant can provide. Join us to cook, taste, and experience Pistoia like a local!

Taste authentic Tuscan wine straight from the source, without worrying about driving afterward, on a relaxing half-day trip from Lucca. Sample red and white wines, along with local products like extra-virgin olive oil. Learn about traditional wine production methods and see all the work that goes into making some of the world’s most coveted vino.

Italy's culinary culture is like nowhere else on earth, and taking a cooking class is a great way to bring a bit of that culture home with you. With this private cooking class, you'll learn how to cook in the home of a local expert. You'll start with a visit to a market to choose three to five ingredients, followed by a private cooking class where you'll get to create, and eat, a meal all your own.

Experience the beauty of one of Italy’s most famous and photographed destinations without having to rent a car on a small-group tour from Lucca to Cinque Terre. Admire the dramatic contours of the Ligurian coastline as you travel by minivan, train, and boat (depending on the weather) between terraced fishing towns that spill down the rocky hillside to the shore. See why the entire area is a UNESCO World Heritage.

Discover the heart of Tuscany through its flavors on an unforgettable half-day food tour in Lucca, a city as rich in history as it is in taste. Enclosed within its ancient city walls, Lucca is a gem waiting to be explored. Our gastronomic tour invites you to experience Lucca in the most delicious way possible. With five curated stops, each offering a taste of local specialties, you'll savor the city’s true essence. From artisanal cheeses to rustic bread, from traditional pasta to regional wines, this tour promises a feast for your senses. However, this tour isn’t just about food—it's about immersing yourself in the authentic Tuscan way of life. Led by a local food expert, you’ll dive into the stories behind the dishes, uncovering centuries-old culinary traditions, local secrets, and hidden gems that only locals know. It’s the perfect blend of food, fun, and exploration. Join us for a savory adventure through Lucca and see Tuscany like never before—one bite at a time!

Learn how to make traditional Tuscan pasta from scratch during this small-group cooking class in the home of a local in Lucca. Once everything is prepared, enjoy the fruits of your labor with a selection of red and white regional wines, plus coffee. All materials and ingredients are provided, as is your fully-equipped workstation.

Immerse yourself in local culture as you prepare a traditional Italian meal under the guidance of a Cesarina—an Italian certified home cook. Meet your host at their home in Lucca, get hands-on in the kitchen as you make three regional dishes, and pick up tips and techniques to help you recreate them back home. Finally, join your host for a delicious lunch or dinner, accompanied by a selection of white and red Italian wines.

Discover one of Tuscany’s most famous and well-preserved medieval villages on this small-group tour from Lucca. See why the UNESCO-listed town of San Gimignano earned the nickname ‘Medieval Manhattan’ with its many stone towers. Finish your day with tastings of the region’s renowned wines and olive oils at a historic winery tucked into the Tuscan hills.

Step into a welcoming Pistoia home for a hands-on pasta class. Learn traditional egg pasta, shape classic formats, enjoy it with Tuscan wine, and leave with printed recipes and tips

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 4 This tour at Carrara Marble Quarries will take you to discover the heart of the marble basins and the village of Colonnata for a tasting of lard and typical local products! You will depart in an elegant Mercedes minivan and, crossing the road that winds like a snake to the top of the mountain, you will pass the famous Ponti di Vara which, together with the ancient tunnels carved into the rock, formed the “former Marble Railway.” We will head directly to the heart of the marble basins to visit the interior of a closed quarry. This is a shared guided tour in what is known as the “Marble Cathedral,” where you will learn about the extraction techniques, machinery, and history of this precious material. Afterwards, we will take a walk through the streets of the village of Colonnata, where we will taste Lardo di Colonnata and other local products.

Learn the art of Italian pasta making in a vibrant, hands-on class set in beautiful LUCCA. Make two types of fresh pasta, and churn real Italian creamy gelato! This Class Is Perfect For You If You: * Are looking for a truly authentic workshop that only uses 100% local, high-quality ingredients and Tuscan products (we are part of the excting "The Locals' Table" project, highlighting Tuscany's unqiue agrifoods); * Love connecting with fellow foodie travelers; * Prefer a small-group, intimate setting with personalized attention and a warm and friendly instrcutor; * Want to deepen your understanding of Tuscan cuisine and Tuscan products while having a lot of fun;*Appreciate experiences that are sustainable and celebrate local farmers and producers This class is suitable for children, too (ages 7 and above).

Discover the authentic taste of Lucca with a hands-on Lasagna masterclass. Led by a skilled local home cook, you'll learn to make fresh pasta, a rich ragù, and a creamy béchamel sauce from scratch. As you assemble the lasagna, you'll gain insight into the perfect balance of flavors that define this iconic dish. While your lasagna bakes, enjoy an aperitivo, learn about Lucca's culinary traditions, and experience genuine Italian hospitality. Afterward, savor your homemade lasagna paired with a glass of regional wine for a truly immersive experience. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this unique class offers an authentic perspective that no restaurant can provide. Join us to cook, taste, and experience Bologna like a local!

If you want to live a unique and immersive experience, "La Sala della Musica" is for you and allows you to enter the artist's house and live a private concert in close contact with the artists in a suggestive location, where the beauty of nature blends with the artist's mastery. It will be possible to immerse yourself in nature and music in the land of Giacomo Puccini and Luigi Boccherini in an ancient eighteenth-century farmhouse with a privileged view of the towers of Lucca. To ensure an intimate and family atmosphere, a maximum of 15 people will be accommodated at a time. We will offer a welcome glass of local red wine and other local products. Seeing performers play at a distance of just over a meter is an unusual experience, impossible to create in the theater or auditorium; for this reason the emotional impact will be amplified.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your local host. As the icing on the cake, you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. This experience is held by Cesarine, the oldest Italy’s network of home cooks available in more than 500 cities all over the country. Cesarine stands for "home cook", they are passionate and welcoming local hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. The Cesarine serve only local specialties from their family cookbooks to tell the great story of their traditional regional cuisine.

See fresh pasta, dessert, and other distinctly Tuscan dishes prepared right before your eyes during a small-group cooking experience in Lucca. Set at a local home, your enthusiastic host shares insider tips on how to get the recipes just right as you appreciate the cooking demonstration. Once everything is ready, enjoy the 4-course meal with a selection of regional red and white wines.

Immerse yourself in local culture as you prepare a traditional Italian meal under the guidance of a Cesarina—an Italian certified home cook. Meet your host at their home in Lucca, shop for seasonal ingredients together at the local market, then get hands-on in the kitchen as you make three regional dishes. Finally, join your host for a delicious lunch or dinner, accompanied by a selection of Italian wines.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

I am Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023", 3rd place at the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021 and 2022, and it will be a pleasure to accompany you to discover the best wineries. During the journeys I will tell you the history of the area and its traditions, the vines and the peculiarities of the area. It will be a pleasure to answer your questions and I will put all my knowledge at your service so that you return home enriched. We will visit 2 beautiful wineries representative of the Bolgheri area (usually Chiappini and Grattamacco, alternatively Tenuta di Vaira and Le Novelire) and, after touching the vineyards and visiting the cellars, we will taste the wines produced in combination with local products. Between visits, a lunch based on typical local products in the heart of the beautiful village of Bolgheri (not included in the price). I love my job and constantly travel to discover the best wineries

Learn to craft Tuscan schiacciata and yeast-free thin pizza using simple tools and an electric oven. This hands-on class is perfect for all skill levels and ages. Master essential techniques for kneading, shaping, and baking dough to perfection. Discover tips and tricks for achieving the perfect textures, and gain insight into Italian and international baking traditions. Recipe handouts are provided, so you can recreate these delicious breads at home. At the end of the class, enjoy your fresh creations or take them home to share. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn the secrets of traditional bread-making and enjoy the fruits of your labor! Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this experience offers an authentic, local perspective that no restaurant can match. Join us to cook, taste, and enjoy Pistoia like a true local!

Experience Gaiole in Chianti like a local and be treated to this dining experience at a local's home. Savor authentic recipes passed down through generations of Italian mothers as you indulge in a delectable four-course menu complete with starters, pasta, main course, dessert, and drinks. Immerse yourself in the warm hospitality of this network of home cooks as they open their doors to curious travelers for an immersive culinary adventure.

The historic town of Pietrasanta and massive Carrara marble quarries are two of the top sights near the Tuscan coastline, but both are a challenge to reach with public transportation. With this private day trip, skip the hassle of arranging tricky logistics and explore with a private driver directly from Lucca. Enjoy easy pickup at your Lucca hotel and round-trip transport to both destinations, with free time to explore at your own pace.

Visit two beautiful Italian cities, plus check out Bocelli’s Theater on this private tour to Volterra and San Gimignano from Lucca. Your private, air-conditioned minivan will collect you from your hotel or desired location in Lucca, and then your tour will begin. Hear about Volterra, the Etruscan City, explore San Gimignano’s medieval history, and more.