Top Tuscany Food & Drink Classes - page 3

We would prepare two classic dishes of the Italian tradition that every Sunday are present on the tables of every self-respecting Italian family. We will visit the Pasta Museum with an expert Guide. We will do both a historical/theoretical introduction and then move on to the practical part where you can make with your own hands two gourmet dishes that have made Italy famous in the world: Lasagne and Tiramisu!

In the picturesque Venezia Nuova district of Livorno, a hands-on pasta-making class awaits inside the Fortezza Nuova, one of Livorno's two great 16th-century Medici fortresses. Here, you're not just making pasta you're stepping back in time, immersed in centuries of Italian history and culinary tradition. Led by Sarah, a fresh pasta expert with over 5,000 satisfied clients, this 2-hour experience guides you through making traditional pappardelle entirely by hand, just like Italian grandmothers have done for generations. Delight in tasting your creations, paired with two glasses of prosecco and wine. Families are welcomed, and kids can get creative with dinosaur-shaped cookie cutters. The fortress setting, overlooking a tranquil canal, adds to the authentic and timeless Italian atmosphere.

Don’t just stick with restaurants during your trip to Florence—enjoy a more immersive way to experience Tuscan cuisine with this hands-on, small-group cooking class. Learn from your chef guide how to prepare a range of classic regional dishes, including options like ravioli or tortelli, meatballs, cacciatore, and beyond. As you go, discover insider tips and techniques for perfecting each dish; then, sit down to savor your 3-course meal with wine.

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.

Master the time-honored art of making fresh Italian pasta from scratch during this small-group cooking workshop in a historic palace in Florence. Visit the Pasta Museum to learn about the history of this iconic food. Then, don your apron and learn how to prepare fresh, handmade pasta such as ravioli, tagliatelle, and tortellini, prepared with different sauces. Afterwards, enjoy a sit-down meal with your creations, paired with organic Tuscan wines.

Learn about Florentine cuisine's history and its distinct flavor profiles with this cookery class. Including a market visit to collect ingredients, this offers a more immersive experience than dining out alone. See how locals shop at the Central Market to select fresh ingredients, discovering produce you might otherwise miss. Then learn to make Tuscan favorites like focaccia and fresh cheese, homemade pasta, and tiramisu. Afterwards, enjoy your meal paired with unlimited Chianti wine.

You will live a unique and authentic experience in our Villa located in the Florentine hills and surrounded by the countryside with a beautiful view of Florence. I will be happy to teach you the secrets of the recipes that my grandparents handed down to me with love. We will prepare together two types of HOMEMADE PASTA: Tagliatelle and Ravioli Then we will cook the meatballs with tomato sauce and at the end I will show you how to prepare a good homemade ICE CREAM “smoked with coffee” mocha or with fresh fruit. You will eat prepared food on the terrace of the villa surrounded by nature and drink together excellent Tuscan WINES (bubbly , white and organic red). The beautiful VIEW of the city of Florence will make this experience unique and unrepeatable. It will be nice to tell you a bit about the story of my family and grandparents by showing you the memory book. We use high quality local products, many organic. We welcome small groups to make the experience more intimate and familiar.

Anyone can come to Italy and eat pasta, but it takes local knowledge to prepare authentic dishes like a pro. Walk away with a new set of culinary skills during this small-group cooking class, where you’ll learn from an experienced chef. Pick between morning and afternoon start times and come with an appetite: You’ll enjoy a hearty meal at the end of your cooking session.

Unravel the secrets of Tuscan cuisine with a local chef in Montecatini Terme near Lucca, and learn to cook the region’s dishes. Taking place at the chef’s 18th-century family home, in a former olive oil mill, the experience covers a market visit, tasting session, cooking class, and 4-course lunch—created with your own hands. Regional wine and an insight into Tuscan cuisine and culture complete the experience.

Step into an authentic Tuscan kitchen in the heart of Florence and dive into the world of Italian cuisine with this hands-on cooking class. Just a short walk from the iconic Duomo, this experience offers you the chance to learn traditional recipes, connect with local culinary culture, and create delicious memories to take home. Our expert chefs will guide you through the process of making two classic types of fresh pasta: fettuccine and ravioli. Starting from scratch with simple, high-quality ingredients like flour and eggs, you’ll learn how to knead, roll, and shape the dough by hand. You’ll then prepare savory fillings and craft your own ravioli, along with ribbons of fettuccine ready to be paired with rich, authentic sauces made with seasonal ingredients.

Experience the authentic flavors of Florence in a shared cooking class with a local Cesarina. Learn to prepare classic dishes like ribollita, a Tuscan bread soup, in the comfort of a local home, with the option to customize the menu to suit your dietary needs. Enjoy your creations with local wine and coffee at the end of the class. You'll receive a Cesarina cooking apron and shopping bag as a keepsake of your experience.

Roll up your sleeves and dig into a bowl of fresh pasta dough during this hands-on cooking class in Florence. Learn to make different kinds of pasta shells such as ravioli, tagliatelle, and spaghetti. Then, whip up authentic sauces and taste Italian wines for the perfect pairings, and indulge in your homemade dishes. Unlike other pasta-making classes, you choose from several options, including vegan/vegetarian, colored pasta, and gnocchi.

Go from total beginner to confident pasta chef in this immersive workshop near Florence’s iconic Duomo. Over a few fun-filled hours, you’ll craft authentic shapes—like pappardelle and Ravioli—while uncovering the history behind Italy’s diverse pasta traditions. From kneading to shaping, our expert chefs guide every step, ensuring you master the techniques to recreate these dishes at home. Savor your freshly made creations, take home a recipe booklette featuring the pasta shapes and sauces, and celebrate your achievement with a Pasta Mastery Certificate—a perfect souvenir of your culinary adventure in Florence.

Make fresh Italian pasta with three sauces and enjoy all your creations with unlimited Tuscan wine in Florence.

Learning how to prepare handcrafted pasta in Italy is a quintessential travel experience—but for travelers who are gluten-sensitive or gluten-intolerant, culinary workshops are usually off limits. During this special pasta-making class in Florence, get hands-on instruction in making three types of traditional pasta shapes, all using gluten-free flour. Then, sit down to enjoy your freshly prepared meal paired with unlimited Tuscan wine.

Experience the authentic flavors of Tuscany with a guided winery tour and tasting in a stunning San Gimignano vineyard. Sample five premium Tuscan wines paired with bruschetta drizzled in estate-produced olive oil. Families are welcome—while adults enjoy the tasting, kids can visit friendly farm animals, sip fresh juices, and unleash their creativity in the interactive “Paint Your Own Wine Label” activity. A perfect blend of culture, flavor, and fun for all ages!

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.

There's no better place to learn how to make fresh pasta than in Italy. Join this hands-on cooking class in Florence and cook up a storm, led by expert chefs. Learn to make fresh pasta, including ravioli and rigatoni, as well as delicious tiramisu. Gain unique insights into Italian gastronomy and entrepreneurship, pick up tips to try at home, ask plenty of questions, and sip local wines in an intimate setting.

It is a route designed to travel through Italy with the love for pasta and its flavors, the history, the unique culture of each region of our beautiful country. Discovering all the culinary tricks, it is incredible how from a few simple products you can create a unique lunch or dinner, thanks also to all the top quality seasonal products and your hands guided by our Chefs. It is not a demonstration. For vegetarians or intolerants, no problem, the option is included, let us know in the booking notes and we will take care of it. The atmosphere is that of celebration and family, pasta is magical for this. Depending on the chefs' availability, the class can also be done in Spanish and German.

Italy is known for its fine wine, so become an expert and immerse yourself in delicious flavors with a guided wine adventure. Your certified guide will teach you all about different types of wine and how to complement them with food pairings, so you can make the perfect pairings when you eat out in future. Enjoy tasting seven Tuscan wines, all produced near Florence, along with a platter of local appetizers to enhance the flavors.

Try your hand in an Italian kitchen with this small-group cooking class in Florence. Set in a palace in the heart of the city, learn how to whip up an authentic 4-course dinner with the help of an expert instructor. Craft Tuscan classics such as fresh pasta, chicken stew, and tiramisu for dessert. Reward your hard work afterward with a feast of your creations, paired with delicious Tuscan wine.

Join a fun mozzarella-making class in Florence with wine tasting, local dishes and expert guidance in a small-group atmosphere. Let’s be honest: you didn’t come to Florence just for the museums. You came for the food, and now, it’s your turn to make some. Come hungry. Leave happy. Smell slightly like mozzarella. No regrets. - Learn hands-on from a master cheese maker how to shape bocconcini, nodini, treccine and create rich, creamy burrata and stracciatella - Sip and swirl your way through a curated selection of Tuscan wines, paired perfectly with your fresh cheese creations - Enjoy your handmade cheeses alongside creative seasonal dishes in a cozy, music-filled atmosphere with max 12 guests for a personal experience

Touring Florence's endless cultural treasures can get tiring for young visitors, so break up your time in the city with a kid-friendly, hands-on cooking class. Roll up your sleeves and get busy preparing two crowdpleasers: authentic Tuscan pizza and creamy Italian gelato. Your chef instructor will lead your family through the process step-by-step, keeping your kids engaged and busy. End by sampling your handiwork over lunch, ideal as a substitute for a restaurant meal.

Discover some of Tuscany’s finest wines, even if you have limited time, on this guided wine tasting in Florence. In just an hour, a certified sommelier will guide you through tastings of three Tuscan wines, including a Vernaccia or Vermentino, Bolgheri Rosso and Chianti Classico Riserva, paired with a platter of traditional Tuscan appetizers.