Top Siena Food & Drink Classes - page 2

Want to get your hands dirty with dough? This is the cooking class experience for you! You will learn how to cook simple and delicious recipes with our Italian Chef to add a taste of Tuscany to your table while tasting our exclusive wines. After the cooking class, our wine expert will teach you the basic information for a wine tasting and will explain how wine permeates the culture of this territory. This is more than just a simple cooking class; it’s an experience that engages all your senses, leaving you with a deeper appreciation for the art of winemaking and the Tuscan cuisine. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or a novice, this cooking class promises a memorable and enriching experience.

Connect with a local cook and learn how to make two staples of classic Italian cuisine with this cooking class hosted in a local's kitchen. Discover the secrets to turning out flawless fresh pasta with two different recipes for both a stuffed and a shaped version. Then assemble a show-stopping tiramisù from scratch under the guidance of your instructor and host. Cap off your experience by sampling your creations.

Indulge your sweet tooth with a hands-on dessert cooking class in the heart of Tuscany with our Italian Chef to add a taste of Tuscany while tasting our exclusive wines. You'll whip, layer, and taste your way through the traditional recipe using fresh, local ingredients—eggs, mascarpone, espresso, and more. Whether you're a beginner, this class is easy, fun, and perfect for all ages. While your dessert sets, relax with a glass while tasting our exclusive wines. This experience is all about sweet memories and delicious bites. You'll leave with a full heart, full belly, and the recipe to recreate your tiramisu anytime. After the cooking class, our wine expert will teach you the basic information for a wine tasting and will explain how wine permeates the culture of this territory.

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.

Avoid the hassle of organizing transport and winery visits in Tuscany on your own. This small-group experience simplifies a day in Chianti, combining scenic travel with curated tastings at local wineries and time to explore Monteriggioni’s medieval charm. Enjoy a relaxed, well-paced outing that lets you focus on the region’s flavors and landscapes rather than the logistics.

It’s not just a cooking class: it’s a private Neapolitan pizza experience right in your holiday home. I will be the one to reach you, wherever you are staying: Apartment, Villa or Farmhouse. We will turn your kitchen into a real pizzeria for a day. Unlike the classic classes, this is a completely personalized experience: we will work together step by step, adapting to your timing and preferences. You will learn real techniques used every day in the pizzeria, from the secrets of the dough to baking, guided by a pizza maker with professional experience. The most special moment? Eat freshly baked pizzas together, in a convivial, authentic and private atmosphere. An experience designed for those who want to live something real, away from standard tourist activities.

Meet with a local chef-instructor at their home and watch a cooking presentation during this half-day culinary experience in Siena. Learn to prepare a 4-course Italian meal, then enjoy the lunch or dinner that you helped to make with your host. You’ll also sample a selection of red and white wines from Tuscany.

Make pizza and gelato like a pro during a 3-hour cooking class in Florence, with optional round-trip transport from Lucca. With the help of a local chef, you’ll create a pizza from scratch: kneading the dough, making the sauce, and baking it to crisp perfection. Learn about the art of gelato making and the importance of quality ingredients, then sit down to eat your creations with drinks. The full experience, with transport from Lucca, lasts five hours.

Discover the tricks to making authentic homemade Italian pasta and tiramisu during a private cooking class in Siena. Set in a local home, your party will enjoy the undivided attention of your friendly and experienced host. After preparing two traditional types of noodles and the famous espresso-infused dessert - using some Italian family secrets - enjoy all three with a selection of local wines.

Enjoy an immersive experience in Italian culture and savor a traditional aperitivo on this private cooking workshop in Siena. Visit a local Italian home, and meet your host and instructor. Using fresh, local ingredients, prepare five tantalizing nibbles to accompany a refreshing glass of bubbly or Tuscan wine. Relax over a drink among new friends, and learn of role the aperitivo plays in Italian society.

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.

The Montalcino hills are home to some of Tuscany's most prestigious wineries, but sussing out these small producers on your own can be a challenge. On this tour, access a premier family-owned cellar set in a medieval castle for an exclusive guided tour and tasting with a group capped at just 15 people. Learn about the history and production of award-winning Brunello di Montalcino wines, then sample three different vintages paired with artisan Tuscan cheeses.

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.

In the very heart of Monteriggioni’s main square, inside the Poggio ai Laghi wine shop, a refined and intimate experience comes to life, designed for those who wish to discover wine as a story, a place, and a constant pursuit of quality.

Discover the rich heritage of Chianti at Poggio San Polo’s Castello di Orgiale winery. Nestled among the picturesque vineyards, this historic castle sets the scene for a full winery experience in a small-group setting. Begin your visit with a warm welcome and a guided tour of the organic winery, where the art of winemaking comes to life. Explore the production areas and charming cellar filled with aging barrels, learning about the estate’s sustainable practices along the way. Savour an exclusive wine tasting, paired with local Tuscan delicacies and your olive oil, all explained by your host. Conclude your visit at the estate’s wine shop, where you can take home your favourite wines and local products from this enchanting winery. Highlights: - Guided tour of the organic winery and production areas - Exclusive wine tasting paired with local Tuscan specialties - Opportunity to taste estate-produced olive oil - Browse the wine shop for wines and local products - Small-group setting

Discover the identity of Poggio al Rigoloccio through an immersive wine tasting experience designed for those who wish to explore your wines and the unique terroir from which they originate. At the heart of the experience is a carefully curated tasting of seven wines, each expressing the history, minerality, and distinctive character of your winery. Highlights include Pyrema, your elegant wine aged for 8 months in oak barrels with regular bâtonnage, and your Traditional Method Sparkling Wine, matured on the lees for 36 months. The tasting is accompanied by a selection of local cured meats and cheeses, as well as bruschetta drizzled with your own extra virgin olive oil, creating the perfect pairing to enhance every wine. Introduction to your winemaking philosophy and the mineral-rich terroir of the Maremma. Guided tasting of 7 wines. Selection of local cured meats and cheeses, served with bruschetta topped with your extra virgin olive oil.

Enjoy your handmade meal with a tasting of Poggio ai Laghi wines, set in a working vineyard and traditional kitchen. As your lasagna bakes, you’ll enjoy a guided tasting of wines, and our wine expert will teach you the basic information for a wine tasting and will explain how wine permeates the culture of this territory. Once the meal is ready, sit down for a relaxed lunch or dinner overlooking the vineyard, and enjoy your freshly made lasagna alongside wine pairings. A light Tiramisu dessert can complete the experience. This is more than just a simple cooking class; it’s an experience that engages all your senses, leaving you with a deeper appreciation for the art of winemaking and the Tuscan cuisine. Whether you're a foodie, a wine lover, or a curious traveler, this class is a flavorful journey into Tuscan tradition.

Poggio al Rigoloccio Estate is located in Gavorrano, in the heart of a region renowned for its historic iron and pyrite mines. The area's exceptional mineral-rich soils, combined with the constant sea breezes from the nearby Tyrrhenian coast, give our wines their elegance, freshness, distinctive minerality, and excellent aging potential. Our winery is a story of both land and people. Every day, we work among the vineyards and in the cellar with passion, dedication, and deep respect for tradition, carefully monitoring the ripening of every grape. Alongside this artisanal approach, we continuously refine our vineyard practices to enhance the unique mineral character of our soils and express the true identity of each wine. Guided by the vision and expertise of Kellermeister Gerhard Sanin, we transform these carefully selected grapes into wines of structure, character, and personality—authentic expressions of the land from which they are born.

Discover the joys of Italian cooking during a private culinary class. Set at a family-run farm near Chianti, you enjoy a truly authentic Tuscan experience. With undivided attention and expert instruction from your host, learn how to prepare fresh pasta, bruschetta, and tiramisu. Your epicurean excursion also includes a tour of the farm, plus a tasting of four wines and house olive oil with lunch.

The Experience includes: - Guided by your chefs and Sommeliers, you will prepare a seasonal menu using fresh, organic ingredients sourced directly from your estate. - The experience will be led by a Sommelier who will pair three organic wines with your traditional dishes. - Tasting of your organic extra-virgin olive oil. - The menu can be adapted for special dietary needs or intolerances. Minors can be offered alternative beverages.

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. Nestled in the medieval streets a few steps DA piazza del campo, it gives our guests a unique and suggestive atmosphere where every experience is accompanied by the beauty of Siena.

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.

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.

A unique day unfolds in the heart of Tuscany, where fragrance meets flavor. Begin by creating your own signature perfume from natural botanical essences at a picturesque lavender farm. Then, transition to a hands-on cooking class at a family-run wine farm near San Gimignano, where you’ll prepare a traditional Tuscan lunch using fresh, aromatic herbs. Savor your culinary creations paired with biodynamic wines, extra virgin olive oil, and traditional balsamic vinegar, making for an unforgettable multi-sensory experience.