Top Chianti Classes & Workshops

My husband and I want to introduce the products of our company through unique experiences in contact with nature immersed in the Tuscan countryside: the search for truffles is a unique experience that you will appreciate in all its forms, followed by the school of homemade pasta and lunch based on truffles with tasting of our wines and extra virgin olive oil.

Experience the food and culture of the Italian countryside by joining this family-style cooking class. By taking a class in a Tuscan farmhouse, you can learn to make traditional recipes that you won't find in typical cooking classes in big cities. Plus, sharing conversations over lunch gives you the chance to get to know local Italians.

Delve into the fascinating world of olive oil with a guided tour at Frantoio di Montalcino, one of Tuscany’s most celebrated olive oil mills. Get your taste buds ready as you learn about traditional pressing methods, as well as modern ones, and the origins of olive oil in a countryside setting. After your tour, sit down for a delicious tasting session to sample the finest extra virgin olive oils served alongside warm Tuscan bread and local specialties.

Learn how to create up to three classic Italian dishes—including homemade pasta—during this private cooking workshop in Chianti. Head to a scenic countryside home for an intimate lesson led by a pair of local cooks. Workshops include a wine and olive oil tasting and home-cooked meal with vegetarian and vegan options available.

Rather than bringing home souvenirs from your trip to Chianti, this experience allows you to bring home new skills—the knowledge of how to make authentic Italian pasta from scratch. Taking place in a beautiful villa in the Italian countryside, the experience is private, which ensures one-to-one guidance from your instructor. Learn to prepare 2–3 types of fresh pasta with sauces—such as gnocchi, ravioli, and tagliatelle—and then enjoy feasting on them after your lesson.

Stepping into this enchanting village is a truly unique experience in itself, with views over the hills, a magical garden, olive trees, birds chirping, and endless picture-perfect views. You'll experience a painting workshop which is a lot more than an art class: it is an art party open to all levels and ages, where you'll rediscover the fun of painting and playing with color in a friendly, magical environment. I am an artist and filmmaker now based in the village of Montisi, but for the past 17 years I have lived in Los Angeles where I have incorporated the skills and enthusiasm of the Californians into my Italian upbringing making me a bridge between Italian and American cultures. Living in this incredible place is a dream come true for me, and in my workshop I share this dream with you. Open to all levels!

Much more than a cooking course, it will be a unique experience. Sight, smell, hearing ... in this path the 5 senses will be involved, so as to leave you with an unforgettable memory. This experience comes from a childhood memory, spent outdoors. It has the scent of freshly cut grass, the passion for traditional cuisine and the serenity of an atmosphere that warms up under the notes of the Italian Opera.

Join Francesco, a proud Tuscan host, in the serene garden of our farmhouse nestled in the Chianti hills. Experience a day as part of our family, learning traditional Tuscan recipes, cooking together, and enjoying a feast of homemade pasta and secret desserts. Immerse yourself in our warm hospitality, accompanied by excellent Chianti wine. Perfect for families and groups, you'll even receive a special gift to remember the dish you cooked.

Discover how locals prepare Tuscan food in a small-group cooking class in Montalcino. Visit the market with your teacher to choose all of the necessary ingredients.  Then, learn how to make fresh pasta, sauces, sweets, and more in a traditional Tuscan home. Enjoy your prepared dishes with a glass of Rosso Di Montalcino wine. Leave with a full stomach and special diploma to boast your new cooking skills.

Cooking Experience & Lunch: Blend Tuscan and Apulian flavors in an historic villa for a unique taste!

Why Choose the SiChef Florence Leavened Bread Course? This course is not just an opportunity to learn cooking techniques but a true journey into Italian tradition and flavors. The exclusive location in the heart of Chianti, combined with expert guidance from the chef and the use of fresh and local ingredients, makes this experience unique and unforgettable. Whether you’re a passionate cook or a curious beginner, this course will help you enhance your skills and discover new ways to create breads and baked goods that will enchant everyone. At sunset you will be offered a spritz to enjoy with the leavened freshly baked, while you can admire the picturesque landscape of the Tuscan hills that surround Tavarnelle, creating a moment of pure magic and tranquility.

Step into the heart of Tuscan cuisine and enjoy a fun, hands-on cooking experience in Chianti, where food, wine, and good company come together. Led by a professional chef, this interactive class will guide you through the preparation of two of Italy’s most beloved dishes: pizza and tiramisu. This experience is designed to be relaxed, social, and engaging—perfect for travelers of all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or a food lover, you’ll enjoy learning in a welcoming atmosphere while sharing laughs and stories with fellow participants. Once the cooking is done, sit down and enjoy the meal you’ve prepared, accompanied by local wine. It’s the perfect moment to relax, connect, and savor the authentic flavors of Tuscany. More than just a cooking class, this is a true Italian experience—where you cook, eat, drink, and create lasting memories.

A unique blend of agriculture and gastronomy awaits at Pura Crocus Maccari in Montalcino. Delight in seasonal dishes and guided tastings featuring saffron, cultivated and processed on-site. Enjoy a sensory break between visits to local wineries, and explore the farm shop filled with artisanal products and local specialties. Perfect for families, couples, and food lovers, this experience emphasizes organic local produce and a well-being lifestyle, all in a welcoming environment steeped in local traditions.

Each participant will have a dedicated workstation, allowing them to work comfortably and follow the chef’s instructions step by step. The friendly and relaxed atmosphere encourages sharing, making the course not just an opportunity to learn but also a chance to create lasting memories with fellow participants. Taste and Take Home Your Creations At the end of the course, you’ll enjoy your creations in the villa’s splendid dining area, savoring the fruits of your labor. From crumbly shortcrust pastry to cream-filled bignè and soft, delicate sponge cake, every bite will celebrate the skills you’ve acquired. Why Choose SiChef in Barberino Tavarnelle? This course is more than a cooking lesson; it’s an experience that celebrates the beauty and flavors of Tuscany. The villa, located in the heart of Chianti, offers the perfect setting to learn the art of Italian pastry in a serene and inspiring environment.

The Fresh Pasta and Italian Ice Cream Course at our SiChef cooking school, located in the picturesque Chianti region, offers an authentic and exclusive culinary experience. This course, open to cooking enthusiasts of all levels, is a journey into the art of fresh pasta and Italian ice cream, two pillars of Italy's culinary tradition. During the course there will be both theory and practice and the preparations taught will be easily replicable at home. At the end of the course a diploma will be awarded and the recipes will be sent to the participants.

Join us in our little corner of paradise and, through a fun and interactive cooking class, you will learn how to prepare delicious recipes typical of Tuscan cuisine with a professional chef, while tasting the excellent local wine. A hands-on experience designed for food lovers, allowing you to explore Tuscan cuisine in more depth than you would simply by eating in restaurants. You will discover, step by step, how to prepare a perfect Tuscan lunch, from appetizers to desserts, including the art of making fresh pasta. You will learn how to cook different types of pasta such as ravioli, tagliatelle, and gnocchi. The recipes will be provided to you after the lesson, making sure you can recreate Tuscan dishes in your home as well. What we offer you is a unique experience, in a magical location, where you will learn the essence of Italian gastronomic culture. We look forward to meeting you and sharing our passion for Italian food with you!

Chianti is known for its excellent cuisine, so there is no better place to pick up pro tips and techniques in the kitchen. With this pizza and tiramisu class, learn how to prepare two of Italy’s most famous dishes in a single lesson. Go hands-on under the watchful eye of your instructor to top your pizza and assemble your tiramisu, then taste the fruit of your labors over lunch or dinner.

Make your trip to Barberino Tavarnelle a rewarding experience by taking time out to appreciate local culinary traditions. Swap dining out for the intimate alternative of visiting a local cook’s home, where you can discover authentic regional recipes. A workstation, utensils, and ingredients are provided and your teacher gives step-by-step guidance to prepare three dishes, which you can enjoy at the end.

Participating in a cooking class in a charming country house offers an authentic and immersive culinary experience, allowing you to discover the secrets of traditional Tuscan cuisine in a picturesque rural setting. During the class, you'll learn to prepare classic Tuscan dishes, such as homemade pasta and traditional sauces, all under the expert guidance of a local chef. You'll roll up your sleeves and get hands-on, mastering the techniques and understanding the high-quality ingredients that make Tuscan cuisine so distinctive. As you prepare the dishes, you'll be surrounded by the authentic aromas and flavors of the region, making for a truly unique sensory experience. After the lesson, you'll gather with fellow participants to enjoy the dishes you've created, sharing them around the table in a warm and convivial atmosphere. The meal will be perfectly paired with excellent local wines, enhancing the overall culinary journey.

Savor the taste of authentic Italian cuisine and expand your cooking skills at the same time with this cooking class and dining experience in Chianti. Set amidst the backdrop of the Chianti Hills, you can learn hands-on techniques such as how to roll out fresh pasta and prepare lasagna from scratch. You can also learn how to make a tasty Italian dessert, and sample everything you’ve prepared at the end.

WHAT TO EXPECT Picnic basket with typical products Inside, in fact, you will find not only a comfortable blanket and compostable and recyclable tableware, but also a selection of typical Tuscan products such as bruschetta and a selection of 0 kilometer cured meats and cheeses. Experience in contact with nature After walking through the vineyards and breathing in the scent of the vines, you can choose the place that best belongs to you, where you can enjoy your bottle of wine and your picnic comfortably sitting on your blanket. Bottle of wine of your choice When booking this fabulous picnic, you can choose between a bottle of Rosso di Montalcino or a bottle of Brunello di Montalcino. This choice is fundamental: it will in fact be what will accompany lunch in front of the wonderful spectacle that nature gives you. Both wines are produced by the farm you are on. In fact, you can taste your wine while sitting among the vines that yield the fruits for divine nectar.

The Fresh Pasta and Italian Vegetarian Ice Cream course at our cooking school, located in the picturesque Chianti region, offers an authentic and exclusive culinary experience. This course, open to cooking enthusiasts of all levels, is a journey into the art of fresh pasta and Italian ice cream, two pillars of Italy's culinary tradition. The dishes prepared will be simple and tasty, so they can be replicated at home. At the end of the course, after having eaten what has been prepared in company, the diplomas will be awarded and the recipes will be sent to the participants.

The experience begins at 10 : 00 in the morning. We will meet at our farm, where we will have a brief introduction to our small family business. Guests will be accompanied by an environmental Guide who will explain the route and provide information on the history, characteristics and peculiarities of the territory, as well as the different animal and plant species we will encounter along the way (if the season allows, we will collect edible wild plants for lunch). We will find a corner in the woods, perfect for a picnic, where we will taste a glass of wine from our company with cheeses and cold cuts. We will resume the journey back to our farm, where a three-course lunch of seasonal agricultural products will be served, including a tasting of our wines and extra virgin olive oil. The planned route is of medium-low difficulty with duration 2 - 2.5 hours.