Top Siena Dining Experiences

Discover the best of Siena’s traditional cuisine and food scene with the insights of a local insider guide on this small-group food tour. Set off with your foodie guide and group of just 12 fellow gourmands to visit the top artisan food shops, market stands, and other landmark eateries to sample a range of savory and sweet delicacies. Feast on charcuterie boards, pici pasta, ricciarelli cookies, and more as you explore the old town.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Tuscany with a hands-on cooking class that brings farm-fresh ingredients directly to your table. Guided by expert instructors, you'll learn to craft handmade pasta, prepare a rich aglione sauce, and create a delightful fruit tart using homemade preserves. Each step is carefully explained, making it accessible for all skill levels. Enjoy the fruits of your labor with a lunch featuring local delicacies and a tasting of five exquisite wines. This is more than just cooking; it's about savoring the authentic flavors and traditions of Tuscany in a warm, friendly atmosphere.

The academy is much more than a cooking school where you can learn traditional dishes, it is an authentic experience that blends tradition, local flavors and Tuscan hospitality. We stand out for the careful selection of ingredients of the territory, many of which are zero km. Position is the very framework of experience. Immersed in the medieval streets a few steps from Piazza del Campo, it gives our guests a unique and suggestive atmosphere where every experience is accompanied by the beauty of Siena.

There are places you visit and others you live. A few minutes from Siena, between the Chianti hills and the Crete Senesi, the experience slowly takes shape on our panoramic terrace, in the shade of an ancient white mulberry tree. What makes it special is the opportunity to taste our wines directly with those who produce them, in a family-run cellar where each bottle is born from the link with the territory. It is not a standard tasting, but an authentic moment made of stories, flavors and genuine hospitality. The wines tell the story of the territory, the typical Tuscan dishes accompany them and the landscape completes the experience. If you are looking for a real meeting with Tuscany, made of details, hospitality and dedicated time, this is the right place.

Off-road mini tour in a vintage Jeep through the landscapes of the vineyards. Taste Poggio ai Laghi premium wines, oils & vinegars. Enjoy the Tuscan Appetizers that enhance the flavors of each wine. Our wine expert will enhance this experience with Art & History.

Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes during this Tuscan cooking class in Siena. From homemade pastas to juicy cuts of meat, a professional chef leads you through a combination of family-favorite recipes and time-tested dishes, culminating with a shared meal and excellent wine. This class is held in a professional kitchen and limited to a small group of 15 people or fewer for a more intimate experience.

Experience a side of Italy rarely available to visitors when you take a cooking class in the Chianti wine region. During your private session, discover the secrets of Tuscan cuisine, from sauces to tiramisu. After dining on the food you just learned to make, continue on to a vineyard for a complimentary wine tasting and pairing lesson. Round-trip transport from Siena is included for your convenience.

Stroll the charming Medieval streets of a Tuscan hill town with this 2-hour private tour of Siena. Learn about Siena's hidden gems from a knowledgeable guide in between visits to its most popular sights.

This experience is led by Paolo Nenci, one of Italy’s first “digital farmers”, followed by thousands of people online for his innovative approach to wine and agriculture. The winery was awarded in Dubai in November 2024 for excellence in extra virgin olive oil, a recognition of quality and craftsmanship. You will also taste wines produced with traditional methods, including the historic Vin Santo made with a fermentation mother dating back to 1820. An authentic, award-winning experience in the Tuscan countryside near Montepulciano, far from mass tourism.

What makes this experience truly unique is the perfect combination of exceptional Brunello wines, authentic Tuscan cuisine and the intimate atmosphere of Paradiso di Cacuci, a family winery surrounded by the rolling hills of Montalcino. Guests are guided by expert sommeliers through the vineyards and ageing cellar, discovering the traditions, craftsmanship and passion behind Brunello di Montalcino production. The experience continues with a carefully curated tasting of premium Tuscan wines paired with a traditional Tuscan lunch featuring local specialities and fresh handmade pasta, creating a journey that combines wine, food and landscape in a truly authentic way. Far from crowded commercial tours, this immersive experience offers a refined and memorable taste of Tuscany in a relaxed and elegant setting. Each tasting is led by expert sommeliers, transforming every glass into a deeper journey through the world of Brunello di Montalcino.

What makes this experience truly unique is the opportunity to enjoy an authentic Tuscan dinner among the vineyards of Paradiso di Cacuci, surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere and timeless beauty of the Montalcino countryside. As the sun sets over the rolling hills, guests are guided by expert sommeliers through the vineyards and ageing cellar, discovering the passion and traditions behind Brunello di Montalcino. The evening continues with a curated tasting of exceptional Tuscan wines paired with traditional cuisine, creating a journey where every glass and every dish reflects the soul of Tuscany. From Brunello Riserva selections to handmade pasta and authentic Tuscan flavours, the experience combines elegance, intimacy and a true sense of place. Far from crowded restaurants and commercial tastings, this is a refined and immersive evening designed for those seeking exceptional wines, authentic food and the unforgettable atmosphere of a dinner in the vineyards under the Tuscan sky.

Experience the hospitality of Poggio ai Laghi with your loved ones, in our authentic Chianti winery. This cozy lunch, leaves you with a deeper appreciation for the art of winemaking and the beauty of the Tuscan winemaking history. Our wine expert will walk you through the tasting journey. As you learn about the winemaking process and the passion behind each bottle, the food and wine experience becomes more than a meal—it becomes a memory, and quite possibly your most cherished souvenir from the Tuscan countryside. You’ll sample a selection of our finest wines, showing the skill and dedication of our winemakers. You’ll also savor the winery’s exquisite oils and vinegars, each one crafted with the same attention to detail and quality as the wines.

Take a break from sightseeing and head to the Tuscan countryside surrounding Siena to join a local forager on a truffle hunt through the woods. Follow your host and his pups across the hills as they search out precious tubers and learn all there is to know about truffles and the dogs trained to hunt them. Afterwards, head back to Siena to sample a number of truffle products in a local gourmet shop.

Siena sits in the heart of Tuscany, known across the globe for its excellent regional cuisine. Delve into its traditional specialties with this foodie experience that combines a lesson covering Tuscan wines and gourmet delicacies plus a foodie stroll through the old town to sample them for yourself. Taste a variety of wines paired with cheeses and charcuterie, extra-virgin olive oil, bread, jams, and honey.

The academy is much more than a cooking school where you can learn traditional dishes, it is an authentic experience that blends tradition, local flavors and Tuscan hospitality. We stand out for the careful selection of ingredients of the territory, many of which are zero km. Our location is the very framework of the experience. Immersed in the medieval streets a few steps from Piazza del Campo, it gives our guests a unique and suggestive atmosphere where every experience is accompanied by the beauty of Siena.

Sip Tuscan wine in a medieval castle during a tasting session in Montalcino. Hosted by a professional sommelier, the experience ensures you get the lowdown on the wine as you taste it. Enjoy three varietals including a glass of the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, along with local bread or breadsticks and olive oil.

The academy is much more than a cooking school where you can learn traditional dishes, it is an authentic experience that blends tradition, local flavors and Tuscan hospitality. We stand out for the careful selection of ingredients of the territory, many of which are zero km. Position is the very framework of experience. Immersed in the medieval streets a few steps from Piazza del Campo, it gives our guests a unique and suggestive atmosphere where every experience is accompanied by the beauty of Siena

Discover the authentic flavors of the Sienese tradition in a historic restaurant in the heart of the city. Enjoy a menu inspired by Tuscan cuisine, prepared with local ingredients and accompanied by a selection of carefully chosen wines. A food and wine experience that combines history, atmosphere and quality, ideal for those who want to experience Siena also through its table.

Savor the fresh flavors of Sienese cuisine in this small-group morning or afternoon cookery class in Siena. Visit the home of Cesarina, your host, and roll up your sleeves for an immersive cooking experience—Sienese style. With all utensils and ingredients included, follow three traditional local recipes with helpful hints and tips from your host. Then, enjoy your food with a glass of wine among your fellow chefs.

Tuscany is known for its excellent vintages, but the world of Tuscan wine can be overwhelming for a novice. With this informal wine class, you’ll get your bearings and learn to recognize the most important and storied wines of Tuscany. Delve into the history of Tuscany’s wine production, discover the different wine-producing areas and grapes, and sample a number of reds and whites from the region.

The best way to learn about and appreciate Tuscany’s beloved cuisine is in the home of a local. With this experience, take a deep dive into authentic dishes from Siena with a private hands-on lesson with a home cook, or “Cesarina”. Learn to prepare three traditional Sienese pasta recipes and enjoy your creations paired with local wines to end your class.

Discovering the essence of Tuscany through a tasting of five craft beers is an authentic and engaging experience. Inside a real farm, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves of the Valdichiana, participants are accompanied on a guided tour through aromas, stories and local traditions. An Expert introduces each beer telling its characteristics, ingredients and curiosities, while the flavors are enhanced by a generous platter of cheeses, cold cuts and typical products of the territory. Each tasting is designed to create a balance between taste and conviviality, transforming the tasting into a moment of discovery and pleasure. It is the perfect experience for those who want to experience the most authentic Tuscany, away from the crowded tourist circuits and in direct contact with the local gastronomic culture.

Tuscany and Pisa have always been synonymous with rich and fine food and there are many and varied aspects of the city that you can discover with our food and wine tour. Along with the locals, who live the city every day, we will take you to the city’s most popular and historic places and we will make you try the real “pisano” taste and flavours: starting from the typical rural tuscan salamis and cheeses, to the traditional focaccia “cecina” (from italian “ceci”: chickpeas), to conclude with an ice cream in one of the historical ice-cream stores in the city. If you want to really enjoy Pisa food tradition walking downtown and entering in restaurants that only local people know, join our Pisa food tour!