Top Tuscany Dining Experiences

Leave the busy streets of Florence behind and soak up Tuscany's views on this small-group Vespa tour. Hop onto your scooter once you reach the beautiful country roads of Chianti, so you don't have to navigate inner-city traffic. Stop for a traditional Tuscan meal at a farmhouse and taste olive oils and Chianti wines for an authentic taste of Florence's culinary scene. You can also enjoy the journey in a Fiat Topolino e-car.

Discover the secrets to turning out fresh pasta and classic tiramisù like a real Italian 'mamma' with this home cooking class. Join a local cook in her kitchen and learn how to make two different types of pasta from scratch, then try your hand as assembling a creamy tiramisù under her careful guidance. Top off your class with a family-style lunch or dinner featuring the dishes you've created together.

Nothing says Tuscany like olive groves and vineyards. Savor the beauty of the Tuscan hills with this al fresco lunch under the olive trees at a farm just outside Montepulciano. Take in views of the Valdichiana and Val d’Orcia countryside while relaxing over a four-course meal featuring Tuscan specialties paired with the estate’s own wines. Opt to relax by the pool or in the spa after your meal (extra charge).

Discover Tuscany and biodynamic viticulture on a winery tour with a breathtaking view of Montalcino while you learn about our philosophy. During a seated wine tasting, we will serve you 6 different wines and give you a short introduction to each of them. Then you will have the possibility to taste them independently.

Take a break from sightseeing and head to the Tuscan countryside surrounding Siena to join a local forager on a truffle hunt through the woods. Follow your host and his pups across the hills as they search out precious tubers and learn all there is to know about truffles and the dogs trained to hunt them. Afterwards, head back to Siena to sample a number of truffle products in a local gourmet shop.

Experience the picturesque countryside views and the fresh valley air of Segromigno on this farm tour of a local olive grove and winery. See where the high quality grapes and olives are grown, and learn about how the olives are pressed and made into olive oil, and where the grapes go to be made into wine. Taste both the local olive oil and local wines, and enjoy the local ambiance.

Immerse yourself in local culture as you prepare a traditional Italian meal under the guidance of a Cesarina—an Italian certified home cook. Meet your host at their home in Lucca, get hands-on in the kitchen as you make three regional dishes, and pick up tips and techniques to help you recreate them back home. Finally, join your host for a delicious lunch or dinner, accompanied by a selection of white and red Italian wines.

You will experience in first person a unique experience in search of the precious truffle with a tour on the wood trails.

You will visit a dairy in the countryside of Pienza, discover the traditional techniques of Pecorino production and follow the main stages of milk processing. The experience ends with a tasting of different types of Pecorino di Pienza, at different ages, to appreciate its aromas and characteristics.

Roberto knows his pigs one by one; they are raised in a semi-wild state, with carefully selected feed and cereals grown in the Tuscan countryside. The experience is as rural as it is unforgettable; after a walk through the vineyards and the olive grove, you will have the opportunity to interact with "Ciro", the domestic pig, and to meet all his company of Cinta Senese pigs having fun in the mud. after meeting these cute animals (and maybe even taking some selfies with them), it will be time to delight your palate with a tasting platter of Cinta Senese cured meats or a quick lunch based on agricultural products, perhaps collected directly in the garden from you.

Spend a day sipping one of Italy’s top wines, Brunello di Montalcino, on this trip from Siena to Montalcino. Travel first to a small winery to explore the vineyards and cellars and taste the famous Rosso and Brunello di Montalcino wine. Then, visit a family-run winery in Montalcino, where you tour the grounds and sit down for a classic Tuscan meal with more wine. Visit the Abbey of Sant'Antimo before tasting even more wine at your third and final winery of the day.

Embark on an exciting journey through the Tuscan countryside to uncover Italy’s most prized culinary treasure—truffles—with an expert forager. Meet Francesca and her truffle dog and set out for a jaunt through the woods to find fresh truffles. Afterward, relax at her family farmhouse over lunch featuring the truffles you’ve found together.

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.

Savor Florence's celebrated cuisine on an evening food tour featuring Florentine steak and Tuscan wine. Explore the vibrant districts of Oltrarno and Santo Spirito, making stops at five carefully selected foodie hotspots. With 14 delicious tastings—including tomato bruschetta, two paccheri pasta dishes, and a sit-down Tuscan dinner—this experience offers a flavorful escape from typical tourist traps.

Immerse yourself in Tuscan culinary traditions at a charming farmhouse near Lucca. Learn to make fresh pasta from scratch, create a delicious sauce with homegrown tomatoes, and enjoy a homemade three-course meal paired with local wine. Antonietta will guide you through the process, making you feel like part of the family.

Immerse yourself in Italian cuisine with a private cooking class in Florence. Learn to cook two pasta dishes and tiramisu at a Cesarina’s local home. The host welcomes you and ensures the experience is fun and rewarding. Learn the cooking secrets of fresh pasta and tiramis and enjoy the meal and dessert after.

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.

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.

Become a pilgrim of sorts and take a scenic hike on the historic Via Francigena, an old pilgrimage route that stretched from Canterbury in England to Rome. The rural route takes you through villages, vineyards, and some of the most scenic countryside in Tuscany. Best of all, once you get to the medieval village of Monteriggioni you're rewarded with a wine tasting. At the end, head back to Siena via train.

Discover the many delights of Tuscany’s wine country on this small-group tasting tour from Florence. Travel along beautiful hillside roads through vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees. Visit 2 top-rated wineries in the famed Chianti Classico region, tour the cellars and learn how wine is produced using traditional methods. Taste different wines, along with olive oil and Tuscan specialties like fresh cheeses and bruschetta. Group size is limited to twenty-five participants for a more personalized experience.

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.

Escape the bustle of Florence and join your host, a passionate cook, for a private culinary experience in their countryside home. Craft traditional Italian dishes like handmade pasta, bruschetta, and tiramisu using cherished family recipes. Your host picks you up in Florence, and you can opt for a market tour at San Lorenzo to select fresh, seasonal ingredients before enjoying your delicious, homemade meal in a cozy, authentic setting.

Enjoy a fun-filled and restorative break from the sightseeing—and avoid any hassle or waits—by prebooking a lunch or dinner experience at the Hard Rock Cafe Florence. Relax with some good old-fashioned rock 'n' roll as you sit down to a 2 or 3-course meal of classic American fare. Take in rock memorabilia once owned by stars like Jimi Hendrix and John Lennon, and savor your meal in style.

Embark on a one-of-a-kind culinary journey in the heart of Florence’s Oltrarno district. Choose from three exceptional tasting options, each showcasing Italy's rich food and beverage culture: indulge in a cheese and charcuterie board paired with wine, bubbles, or craft beer. Experience an authentic, relaxed setting with products sourced from local, organic producers, and enjoy a selection of gourmet cheeses, cold cuts, and artisan breads. Whether you're a wine connoisseur, a bubbly enthusiast, or a craft beer lover, this experience will tantalize your taste buds and introduce you to the best of Italian culinary traditions.