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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!

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!

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 secrets to turning out fresh pasta and classic tiramisù like a real Italian 'mamma' with this home cooking class. Join a local cook in her kitchen and learn how to make two different types of pasta from scratch, then try your hand as assembling a creamy tiramisù under her careful guidance. Top off your class with a family-style lunch or dinner featuring the dishes you've created together.

Explore the Tuscan countryside surrounding Lucca at your own pace with this self-guided bike excursion that leads you to a family-run farm and vineyard, where you’ll stop for a scenic picnic. Avoid the set itinerary of a group bike tour and set out with a map and GPS directions to pedal along the Puccini bike path and Serchio River through rolling hills to the farm.

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.

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.

Learn about Lucca's culinary traditions from market to plate with this cooking experience. You and your local host will start with a visit to a market to pick up ingredients, which you'll take back to her home and learn to cook up into a four-course meal. Then you'll taste your creations, washed down with local red or white wine.

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!

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

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. We will visit 2 splendid wineries representative of the Chianti Classico territory and, after touching the vineyards and visiting the cellars, we will taste the wines produced. We will have lunch at a beautiful winery in Panzano in Chianti (FI, after visiting the vineyards and cellars, then in the afternoon we will move to Radda Chianti (SI) or Barberino Val d'Elsa (FI) depending on availability. If one or more wineries are not available, I will inform you of the alternatives chosen. I love my job and constantly travel to discover the best wineries

A one-of-a-kind location nestled between the ocean and mountains provides a stunning ambiance for a unique drinking and dining experience curated by Chef GY DILO. She offers a 3-course, fine-dining Mexican menu built upon authentic and healthy ingredients. Happy to customize her menu to accommodate any preferences and dietary restrictions, guests are in for an unforgettable and exceptional culinary journey. Pro Chef GY DILO welcomes you to her home restaurant, which she views as an expansion of her creativity. Situated with an exceptional view of the Apuan Alps and Tuscany’s Skyline, enjoy a remarkable dining experience. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or any other type of occasion, this is the place for an unforgettable gathering!

Step back in time with a walking tour through Lucca’s rich history. Begin at San Colombano Bastion and climb to the city’s impressive Renaissance walls for sweeping views of rooftops and towers. Continue to the 17th-century Napoleon Square and admire the stately Palazzo Ducale. Marvel at the graceful Gothic lines of Lucca Cathedral and trace medieval defenses at Porta San Gervasio. Pass by the mysterious Clock Tower and stroll Via Fillungo, the city’s main medieval street lined with historic shopfronts and lively charm. Conclude your journey at Amphitheater Square, once a Roman arena, now a vibrant hub of markets and cafés—where the past and present of Lucca unfold in every step.

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

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.

Tenuta San Pietro is a historic company in the Lucca hills, an ancient village dating back to 1660, which has been handed down for seven generations thanks to the Mazzarosa family. Stunning panoramic view, organic and natural wines accompanied by typical local products.