Top Siena Classes & Workshops

A private tour in a small boutique winery with wine tasting. Gourmet food experience in a local home. Enjoy a taste of several local and home made products, including Pecorino (sheep) cheese, olive oil, Balsamic vinegar and homemade pasta. Finish off with a panoramic tour of the Val d'Orcia stopping for photos wherever you want.

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!

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.

Take a break from the crowds in Siena, and spend an afternoon in the wine town of Montalcino on this group tour. Don't worry about hiring a car to get there, with transportation all sorted. Learn about Brunello di Montalcino wine and its production, along with wine tastings paired with local snacks. Admire views of the Tuscan countryside from this hill town as you discover the region’s generations-old winemaking traditions.

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.

Pick up e Drop off from Siena. Join us for a hands-on cooking class where you’ll master the techniques of preparing authentic Tuscan pasta, all while enjoying a delightful meal paired with our exquisite wines, including Brunello di Montalcino. You’ll have the chance to explore our historic cellar and indulge in a feast featuring a selection of mixed Tuscan appetizers, homemade pasta, and dessert, all accompanied by three organic wines, including Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino. As part of the tasting experience, you’ll even have the opportunity to sample wine straight from the wooden barrel! Feel free to capture the moments and share your culinary adventure on your social media!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Tuscany with a hands-on cooking class that brings farm-fresh ingredients directly to your table. Guided by expert instructors, you'll learn to craft handmade pasta, prepare a rich aglione sauce, and create a delightful fruit tart using homemade preserves. Each step is carefully explained, making it accessible for all skill levels. Enjoy the fruits of your labor with a lunch featuring local delicacies and a tasting of five exquisite wines. This is more than just cooking; it's about savoring the authentic flavors and traditions of Tuscany in a warm, friendly atmosphere.

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.

Tenuta Poggio al Rigoloccio is located in Gavorrano, in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, a region renowned for its historic iron and pyrite mines. This extraordinary mineral-rich soil, combined with the constant sea breezes, gives our wines their elegance, freshness, distinctive minerality, and remarkable ageing potential. Our story is one of an exceptional terroir, but above all of the people who bring it to life every day. Working among the vineyards and in the winery, we are guided by passion, dedication, and deep respect for tradition, carefully following every stage of the grapes' ripening. At the same time, we continuously refine our vineyard practices to enhance the mineral character of the soils and express the authentic identity of every wine. Guided by the vision and expertise of Cellar Master Gerhard Sanin, we transform these grapes into wines of structure, character, and personality—authentic expressions of the land from which they originate.

A complete and exclusive tasting experience designed to immerse you in the daily life of our winery – between vineyards, cellar and the artisanal precision that shapes our wines. The Grand Experience features an extended selection of our most representative labels, combining minerality, elegance and origin in a refined tasting journey.

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

We offer a truly unique and immersive culinary experience. Our pop-up pizzeria transforms any venue into a vibrant Italian piazza, allowing guests to witness the magic of pizza-making firsthand. With customizable menus and a focus on authentic Italian flavors, we create unforgettable moments that leave a lasting impression for every occasion. Perfect for corporate events, weddings, and private parties.

Imagine being guided on a unique sensory journey among Tuscan wines... but with your eyes closed! During the Blindfolded Wine Lesson, you will discover the flavors and aromas of the best local wines through touch, smell and taste.

Authentic Val d’Orcia cooking class in a Tuscan farmhouse: craft hand-rolled pici, pappa al pomodoro, and a homemade tart using organic local ingredients—paired with great wine and countryside charm