Top Tuscany Food & Drink Classes - page 23

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.

Immerse yourself in the authentic world of Tuscan olive oil at our family mill, where tradition meets nature. Begin with a warm welcome and a glass of rosé as you learn about our family history and the art of olive oil production. Stroll through our olive grove, discovering the secrets of tree cultivation and harvesting. Explore the traditional mill, where olives are transformed into exquisite extra virgin oil. Enjoy a guided tasting of our 3 oils, flavored oils and our wines paired with light snacks directly in the olive grove. Finally relax and enjoy the nature before exploring the shop for exclusive products to take home with you

Yo! We are Livio and Noemi! We are a young couple of professional chefs, and this is our project! Terracotta Cooking Lab was born from our desire to share with the world the passion and love we both feel for this wonderful art form that is cooking. From the beginning, our goal has been to recreate the feeling of home, our home, where we can joyfully welcome anyone looking for an intimate experience based on sharing. Our idea is to work with small groups, allowing us to devote the same care and attention to all our guests, from adults to children, creating the atmosphere of an informal evening with friends. A warm smile, a welcoming atmosphere and a great playlist will make you feel instantly at home! We hope to host you soon!

Yo! We are Livio and Noemi! We are a young couple of professional chefs, and this is our project! Terracotta Cooking Lab was born from our desire to share with the world the passion and love we both feel for this wonderful art form that is cooking. From the beginning, our goal has been to recreate the feeling of home, our home, where we can joyfully welcome anyone looking for an intimate experience based on sharing. Our idea is to work with small groups, allowing us to devote the same care and attention to all our guests, from adults to children, creating the atmosphere of an informal evening with friends. A warm smile, a welcoming atmosphere and a great playlist will make you feel instantly at home! We hope to host you soon!

Yo! We are Livio and Noemi! We are a young couple of professional chefs, and this is a project! Terracotta Cooking Lab was born from the desire to share with the world the passion and love we both feel for this wonderful art form that is cooking. From the beginning, the goal has been to recreate the feeling of home, home, where we can joyfully welcome anyone looking for an intimate experience based on sharing. The idea is to work with small groups, allowing us to devote the same care and attention to all guests, from adults to children, creating the atmosphere of an informal evening with friends. A warm smile, a welcoming atmosphere and a great playlist will make you feel instantly at home! We hope to host you soon!

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.

Discover how to cook like a local in this Italian cookery class. Learn how to make fresh tagliatelle pasta with pomodoro (tomato) sauce, and a tiramisu dessert under the guidance of a local chef. Enjoy the opportunity to learn about traditional Italian flavor profiles, techniques and more in a hands-on environment. All that cooking will surely build up an appetite, so tuck into your culinary creations after the class with wine to wash it down.

Set in the rolling hills of Volterra, among the breathtaking views of untouched nature, our cooking classes teach you to prepare traditional Tuscan dishes. The pizza course takes you through the preparation of traditional pizza dough that you can take home and enjoy following our instructions. Then, the pizza will be cooked and served, already risen, garnished with our ingredients. The lunch or dinner will be served with excellent Diacceroni Family wine. During the course, which takes place in Italian and English, you can participate in the preparation of dishes and interact with our chefs, who will tell you anecdotes and curiosities related to the Pizza. Upon arrival you will be welcomed at your station, where you will find your apron and all the ingredients for the preparation of the dish. To ensure your safety and satisfaction, please inform us of any food allergies or intolerances when making your reservation.

Under the guidance of your expert local chef, you'll discover the secrets behind two of the most iconic dishes in Italian cuisine: Pizza and Gelato. This immersive experience will not only teach you the techniques and traditions that make these dishes so special, but also allow you to create and enjoy them with a deeper appreciation for Italy's rich culinary heritage.

Dive into the heart of Tuscan wine with your own private expert sommelier. Tailored exclusively for your group, this 3-hour masterclass invites you to: Savor six premium single-variety Tuscan wines, carefully selected to showcase regional excellence. Learn hands-on blending with the guidance of your sommelier to create your own custom personal blend. Enjoy an intimate, engaging deep dive into Tuscan wine traditions and techniques—all in a relaxed, elegant private setting.

Discover Tuscany’s culinary heritage at a historic 17th-century villa in the heart of Chianti Classico. Start your day with an Italian moka coffee while learning about the villa’s winemaking history. Enjoy a guided walk through the vineyards, olive groves, and gardens, and uncover the art of wine production and organic farming. Delve into the family’s 3-generation tradition of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) production, followed by a professional EVOO tasting to distinguish the finest varieties. The experience continues with a delicious Tuscan light lunch, featuring local cheeses, cured meats, homemade pasta, and villa-crafted wine, all set against the breathtaking Tuscan hills. Perfect for food and wine enthusiasts, this farm-to-table experience offers an authentic taste of one of Italy’s most celebrated wine regions.

The Panforte Factory is a renowned producer of traditional Tuscan pastries, committed to excellence and authenticity. Visitors to The Panforte Factory can explore the fascinating world of artisanal sweet-making, witnessing firsthand the meticulous craftsmanship behind each product. The company takes pride in using only natural ingredients, preserving the integrity of age-old recipes while adapting to modern quality standards. You are invited to indulge in an exclusive tasting session, savoring the delicate textures and rich aromas of Tuscany’s most beloved treats. Established in the 1990s, the brand embraces Siena’s centuries-old confectionery heritage, offering handmade delicacies that capture the essence of local flavors. The meticulous selection of raw materials, from premium almonds and honey to carefully balanced spices, ensures an unparalleled sensory experience.

Discover Tuscany in Vinci, Leonardo da Vinci’s hometown. Cook fresh pasta, sip local wine, and enjoy an authentic hands-on culinary experience in the heart of Italy

Learn to make the famous Pasta and Tiramisu in a local home under the guidance of an expert home cook. Discover, cook and taste the most iconic Italian dishes together with other lovers of the “cucina italiana”. Warm-up with an Italian Aperitivo and then enjoy the authentic hands-on cooking class. Your host will welcome you into their home like part of the family and will teach you their family cooking secrets. After the class taste everything you have prepared with a selection of local wines, water and coffee included.

Learn to make fresh pasta by hand (tagliatelle and ravioli), and the classic tiramisù in an authentic hands-on Italian cooking experience!

A hands-on pasta class for true pasta lovers. Learn to make three fresh pasta shapes—pappardelle, maltagliati, and tagliolini—using top-quality ingredients, then taste the dishes you prepare together

Learn to make the famous Pasta and Tiramisu in a local home under the guidance of an expert home cook. Discover, cook and taste the most iconic Italian dishes together with other lovers of the “cucina italiana”. Warm-up with an Italian Aperitivo and then enjoy the authentic hands-on cooking class. Your host will welcome you into their home like part of the family and will teach you their family cooking secrets. After the class taste everything you have prepared with a selection of local wines, water and coffee included

Learn to prepare fresh pasta from scratch, create delicious fillings, and master traditional Italian techniques. After cooking, sit down to enjoy your homemade ravioli paired with a glass of fine regional wine. A perfect culinary experience for food lovers visiting Italy!

Take a trip to the heart of Italian gastronomy in Florence during this hands-on pizza and tiramisu class. Join a local cesarina for hands-on cooking, learning all you need to become your own pizzaiolo from scratch. Taste delicious recipes that have been passed down through generations while sipping on traditional house wines picked out by the host family.

Discover the secrets to creating the perfect pizza and tiramisu during a private cooking class in Siena. Set in a local's home, your host will teach you their special techniques passed on from previous generations. No culinary experience is necessary, and families with children are welcome. After the class, you’re ready to wow your friends and family back home or just prepare an extra large portion for yourself.

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!

Our dynamic team of cooks, tutors and interpreters will guide our guests on a voyage of discovery of traditional cooking, preparing the most typical of the local dishes, home made pasta with sauces of organic seasonal vegetables from our kitchen garden, melt in the mouth home made gnocchi, bruschetta, second courses like Vin Santo chicken or eggplant parmigiana, delicious desserts.. .all accompanied by our own Chianti Colli Senesi wine. The courses are organized for small groups (2 to 14 pax) and make the most, both our own produce, wine, honey, saffron, extra virgin olive oil, our fresh garden vegetables and also other local produce from neighboring farms. The classes start in the morning at 10.30 ending with a delicious lunch or in the afternoon around 15:30 ending with a wonderful dinner, to celebrate the joy of cooking with all the delicious dishes we have prepared together.

The art of crafting handmade pasta is the perfect gift to bring home from Italy. Learn the basics without taking too much time out of your day on this small-group experience. Prepare “reginette” ribbons and “cappelletti” parcels stuffed with ricotta and spinach, then enjoy them with sauces your teacher provides and a glass of local wine. The venue is in the heart of Florence with gorgeous Arno River views.

Enjoy an authentic Italian cooking class in Città della Pieve, a picturesque town between Tuscany and Umbria. This hands-on pasta making class or pizza making class teaches traditional Italian recipes and cooking techniques passed down through generations. Learn to make fresh dough from scratch while discovering local food traditions, culture, and everyday life in rural Italy. This authentic cooking class is perfect for travelers seeking a true local experience in Umbria.