Top Arezzo Cooking Classes

Learn some practical culinary skills during this hands-on Tuscan cooking class in a local chef's kitchen in Cortona. You’ll prepare a complete seasonal meal with locally produced ingredients that includes antipasto, handmade pasta and sauce, a second course with a side dish, and dessert. After cooking, you’ll sit down with your group and dine.

In Tuscany, luxury isn't found in complexity—it’s found in the purity of the raw product. This custom-tailored day is designed for those who appreciate the finer details. We start at the market, where the "luxury" is the freshness of a morning-picked artichoke or the liquid gold of a single-estate olive oil. In the intimacy of sunlit studio, you’ll learn the "Chef’s Secrets" to elevating simple ingredients into fine-dining masterpieces. Whether you’re folding silk-thin pasta or slow-braising meats according to recipes passed down through generations, you are participating in a living history. The experience concludes with a curated lunch where every bite is explained through its historical roots and perfectly matched with the prestigious wines of the Tuscan hills.

Immerse yourself in the flavors of Tuscany with an exclusive hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this fun and interactive experience introduces traditional Tuscan recipes with a contemporary twist. Using organic, locally sourced ingredients—including Chianti wine, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh vegetables—you learn to craft authentic Italian dishes.

When you’re in Arezzo, treat yourself to an immersive culinary experience, learning to create authentic pasta with a local. Taking place in your host’s personal home, this small-group cooking class covers the preparation of two pasta dishes as well as a classic tiramisu. As you cook, you’ll hear about Tuscan cuisine from your host, a member of the Cesarine community of passionate Italian home cooks.

Discover the heart of Italian cuisine in a cozy home setting in Cortona . This personalized cooking class offers an intimate experience where you’ll learn to prepare traditional dishes using fresh ingredients from the garden. Led by an American chef who has lived here in Tuscany for the past 25 years and has been doing cooking classes for 15 of those years with his Italian wife, . This class isn’t just about cooking; it’s about sharing a slice of life and culture in a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Discover the art of traditional Tuscan cuisine in the heart of Cortona, where culinary secrets are shared with passion. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, you will learn authentic recipes handed down from generation to generation, using only the freshest local ingredients. Get to work creating delicious dishes that reflect Tuscany's rich culinary heritage, all in a fun and friendly atmosphere. You will bring home not only recipes, but memories of an unforgettable dining experience in this picturesque Italian city.

I’m a Tuscan born based in Val d’Orcia. I love simple, authentic, tasty food. I’ve been cooking for more than 20 years and I’ve managed one of the more populat restaurant of the area till 2022. Now I’ve decided to provide professional and confidential service in total Home comfort. You will have the opportunity to observe every step of the cooking preparations, to ask questions about the ingredients and the territory. I will take care of everything. I will shop from trusted local producers and I’ll also be delighted to suggest the best wine pairings, which can be purchased from wineries around Montepulciano and Montalcino. I will be happy to share my experience with you and give you advice and information about this area of Tuscany and about the activities and places to visit during your holiday.

Learn to make pasta from the chefs of our farm table Gourmet restaurant. Learn the secrets of traditional cuisine passed down from our parents and grandparents using ingredients from our farm and nearby farms. Total fun learning to make dishes that you can recreate at home. Have an amazing activity in one of the most historical & picturesque properties. Pienza: before & after the class spend time on our beautiful property. Amazing views of Val D´Orcia while learning the secrets of the Italian cuisine. Our farm-to-table restaurant ensures that all our dishes are made with locally sourced and seasonally fresh ingredients. Our Chef will guide you in creating typical Tuscan recipes, including handmade pasta, cantucci biscuits and more. The lesson includes lunch of the preparations made at the table with drinks sold separately, and a nice souvenir to remember this unique experience! *Not including wine, but, wine is available for sale during the class and for lunch.

Spend a full day visiting the family-run wineries and olive oil producers that surround Cortona—hidden gems that are tricky to find without a local connection. A guide drives you and your group between estates where you taste wines and extra-virgin olive oil, tour vineyards and aging rooms, and speak directly with the people who make them.

Explore Italy’s culinary heritage and immerse yourself in the vibrant local market of Pienza, then enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class with a local cook. Your host will explain how to select the best ingredients based on the seasons while at the market. Following that, learn how to make a pasta dish that’s traditional to Pienza and classic tiramisu. Enjoy the meal with local wines.

We are the owners of Agriturismo Bellini. We make fresh pasta like our mom and grandmother taught us and we will share with you all the secrets of working with flour and water. Our family owns an organic farm where we produce wine and olive oil on our estate.

Immerse yourself in Italian culinary traditions with a hands-on pasta and tiramisu cooking class. Learn how to roll fresh pasta ('sfoglia') by hand and prepare two iconic pasta dishes from scratch. Plus, master the art of making Italy’s beloved dessert, tiramisu. Join a small group and share your love for Italian cuisine while connecting with fellow food enthusiasts. The experience begins with an Italian Aperitivo to kickstart your cooking adventure. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy's oldest network of home cooks, this class offers a unique opportunity to learn from passionate local hosts who share authentic regional specialties passed down through generations. A perfect way to experience the heart of Italian culture!

Don’t just head out for aperitivo in Arezzo, learn to create the classic pre-dinner drink and snack yourself with this private aperitivo experience. Taking place in your local host’s private home, the experience gives you a bite-size taste of local Arezzo culture, with an aperitivo prepared with regional delicacies, local wine, and warm Italian hospitality.

Learn to make dishes like ravioli, fresh pasta, gnocchi, and pizza that you can easily recreate at home. Simonetta shares simple yet essential cooking tips, such as last-minute ingredient substitutions, emphasizing a passion for food and the importance of fresh herbs. Classes are for one to eight participants, all working together on each step of the recipes. You'll get to taste as you go and, most importantly, have fun. After the class, enjoy the meal you’ve prepared with a cheerful "tutti a tavola"!

Discover the world-famous flavors of Tuscany on a 6-day culinary experience in Abrezzo. Stay at a private villa with a pool, where you can make friends with other aspiring chefs and soak up the Mediterranean sun. Learn to cook time-tested recipes for soups, sauces, pastas and desserts under the guidance of a professional chef, and enjoy many freshly prepared meals in the gorgeous setting. Visit a local winery and the charming villages near Abrezzo, and savor regional cuisine at local trattorias.

Discover the art of Italian cuisine in a course immersed in the heart of Tuscany! Join us in a charming medieval village surrounded by the unspoiled beauty of the Tuscan countryside. During our exclusive cooking class, you will learn to prepare authentic fresh pasta, delicious traditional sauces and the irresistible tiramisu, all using high quality local products, with full respect for the environment. Our philosophy embraces sustainable cuisine, where each ingredient tells a story and enhances the territory. During the course, you will have the opportunity to discover the secrets of Italian gastronomy, guided by expert chefs who share your passion for genuine food. It is not just a culinary experience, but a sensorial journey: in addition to the cooking lessons, you can relax in the panoramic gardens, cool off in the village swimming pool and enjoy the tranquility of a place rich in history and nature.

Immerse yourself in Tuscany's rich culinary heritage with hands-on cooking classes in the picturesque town of Cortona. Guided by local chefs, participants will learn how to prepare traditional dishes using fresh, local ingredients, just like a Tuscan grandmother. This immersive experience not only teaches authentic recipes, but also connects you to the vibrant culture and culinary traditions handed down from generation to generation. Enjoy the camaraderie of other cooking enthusiasts as you create and savor your delicious dishes, creating unforgettable memories in the heart of Tuscany.

Immerse yourself in an Italian kitchen with this private hands-on cooking class in Cortona, Arezzo. Step into a local's home and learn how to make pizza from scratch and bake the perfect Tuscan flatbread. Afterward, dine on the fruits of your labor with a glass of regional wine.

Immerse yourself in Tuscany’s culinary heritage with a hands-on pasta-making class. Create colorful tagliatelle and ravioli from scratch, enjoy a three-course meal with bruschetta, Chianti wine, and seasonal dessert. Take home recipes and an apron as mementos.

Live authentic Italian moments in the Tuscan countryside and learn the secrets of Tuscan cuisine with Simonetta. Learn about genuine Tuscan recipes Get hands-on help preparing local delicacies Taste the fruit of your labor in a convivial atmosphere Bring-back home the recipes you have learned for surprising your guest at your next dinner

The magic Tuscan Cuisine, the perfums and the colors of our traditional regional recipes, the authentic emotions passed down from mothers and grandmas: all these and much more make our Cooking Class truly unforgettable. In an increbible location with breathtaking panoramic views on our Valley and Lake Trasimeno you will learn all the tips of our Tuscan cuisine from our talented italian champion Chef, a Tuscan aperitif with view will be the best way of recharging your batteries before going back to the kitchen for your home made pasta session. You wil learn a complete meal to surprise your friends and family members once back home. A not to miss experiece that should be in you bucket list!

Experience a piece of Italian culture during a private cooking class in Arezzo at the home of a cesarina (cook). Learn about local cuisine and get your hands dirty as you cook three popular dishes using regional recipes. Then taste the fruits of your labor, served with a glass of local wine.

Tuscan cuisine is one of the most beloved in Italy. Learn how to recreate the region’s most traditional dishes at home with this hands-on cooking class at a farm just outside Castiglion Fiorentino. Use seasonal farm products to prepare a starter, pasta dish, main course, and dessert from scratch with the guidance of your host and instructor. Finally, feast on your handiwork over dinner to cap off your experience.