Top Pisa Food & Drink Classes in 2026

Enjoy a bit of Italian culture at a private cooking class in Pisa at the home of a cesarina (cook). You'll learn about local cuisine and how to make popular dishes using regional recipes. Then taste these creations, served with a glass of local wine.

I've been making cooking class for foreigners coming from all over the word for more than 5 years in Pisa. I find it so exciting and funny. It's like travelling being at home. I have the possibility to meet new people and different cultures, which is something I love definetely. Moreover, I love art (I'm an authorized tour leader) , wine (I'm a sommelier) , and food . So offering a cooking class and my knowledge about wine means to share my passion about Italy, and what my coutry is able to give to the visitors about its rich heritage in culture, archeology,history, landscapes, and enogastronomy.

Discover the secrets to making two of Italy's most beloved dishes with this pasta and tiramisù class hosted in a local home kitchen. Prepare both a filled and shaped pasta from scratch, then put together an authentic tiramisù under the watchful eye of your host. Cap off your experience by sitting down with your small group to sample both kinds of pasta and the dessert you've made together.

Escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy a relaxed wine tasting experience in a peculiar wine shop and bar, that is set like a "warehouse", just a short walk from Pisa's iconic Leaning Tower. Discover a simple and welcoming setting where everyone can unwind and savor excellent wine. Enjoy a tasting of four carefully selected wines, expertly paired with a selection of local cured meats and cheeses. Sample the flavors of Tuscany in a relaxed and authentic atmosphere. Strategically located near the major points of interest, yet far enough from the evening crowds, this wine bar offers easy access with parking being the least of your worries.

Master three different authentic pasta recipes during this private, half-day cooking workshop in a local’s home. Learn the time-tested secrets behind classic Italian recipes, and test out your skills at your own personal cooking station. Reward your efforts with a tasting of the three pasta varieties, paired with red and white wine and followed by Italian coffee.

Authentic Italian cuisine becomes more than a tasty memory with this private cooking class. Working in the home of a local chef—a verified “cesarina”—you’ll learn how to make fresh pizza and tiramisu, all from scratch. Great for all ages, you’ll learn a new skill, have an immersive travel experience, *and* feast on a delectable homemade meal in Pisa.

Your day in Pisa is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir.  Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red. This experience is held by Cesarine: 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.

With the help of the staff on site you will personally discover the whole life cycle of the ''Truffle'', how it is born, how it lives, how it reproduces, how it is harvested and finally you can taste it as a freshly harvested product ''. Not to mention the magnificent visit to the ''Teatro del Silenzio'' in Lajatico, a small village where Maestro Andrea Bocelli was born, a natural amphitheater that hosts concerts and exhibitions. He is famous for his particular conception, which blends nature with music and silence.

Put some distance between you and the crowds and experience the authentic side of Pisa with this private hands-on cooking lesson in a local home. Connect with a passionate host and learn how to prepare two types of fresh pasta from scratch, then create a creamy tiramisù like a pro. Cap off your experience by feasting on your handiwork, served with Tuscan wine and espresso.