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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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

Explore two charming Italian towns, Siena and San Gimignano—without having to rent a car or tackle public transport—on this full-day trip from Pisa. Travel through the picturesque Tuscan countryside to your first stop, San Gimignano, and enjoy free time to shop, eat, or explore. Continue to Siena—known for its well-preserved medieval architecture—and choose whether to wander historic streets, sample gelato (own expense), or visit one of its UNESCO World Heritage-listed monuments. End the day back in Pisa.

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.

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

Travel to the capital of the ancient Etruscan empire on a half-day tour from Pisa to Volterra. After journeying through the rolling green hills and valleys of the Tuscan countryside, explore Volterra’s many layers of history on a tour of highlights including the ancient Roman theater, Medici fortress and Bishop’s Palace. Learn about the area’s traditional alabaster industry on a factory tour, and admire a modern cultural gem with a visit to the open-air amphitheater created by famed Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli.

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

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!

This unique experience takes you only to carefully selected family-owned leather boutiques in Lucca’s historic center. With a knowledgeable local leather shopping expert by your side, you’ll learn how to recognize genuine Italian leather, understand how it's made and what to look for, and find special items that make for a perfect souvenir. This leather shopping experience is completely pressure-free. There are no commercial partnerships and no obligation to buy — only honest advice and explanations about Tuscan leather. With a small group and a relaxed pace, you’ll enjoy an authentic local experience. This leather shopping experience is perfect for: -First-time leather buyers who want some guidance -Fashion and design lovers -Anyone interested in traditional Tuscan leather -Travelers who prefer authentic local shopping

Your full-day Cinque Terre Tour is a must when visiting Italy. Your knowledgeable Guide (if in the option) will show you the villages scattered along the beautiful Mediterranean coast. The village you will reach first, depending of the weather conditions, the waves conditions, the traffic and more. Our Guide are very experts in Cinque Terre and can manage the itinerary in the best way based on your request and the day option weather. Please consider our itineraryis based on the visit of 4 villages. Otherwise the itinerary can change based on the traffic and weather conditions. In case the ferry-boats work we will use just ferry-boats instead than the trains (this for the option with the guide) Just for Option without the guide: Your English Speaking Driver will explain the Cinque Terre area during the drive. The driver will drop you of at the scheduled village and will be at the scheduled last village in order to pick you up. The driver cannot come down in the villages

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.

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!