Tuscan Flavors: A Private Hands-On Cooking Adventure in Florence
Master the art of Tuscan cooking with a local chef, from market to table in the heart of Florence.
This private cooking class in Florence takes you on a four-hour culinary journey through the heart of Tuscany, combining a guided market visit with a hands-on kitchen session led by an expert local chef.
You will begin at the Sant'Ambrogio food market, one of Florence's most authentic neighborhood markets, where you and your chef select the day's freshest ingredients directly from local producers. The experience covers everything from handmade pasta to a classic Italian dessert, giving you a well-rounded introduction to traditional Tuscan cooking techniques.
After the cooking session, you sit down to enjoy the full meal you have prepared, paired with Prosecco and a glass of Chianti wine. A certificate of participation marks the end of the experience, serving as a tangible reminder of the skills you have gained.
Tour Highlights
Shop for fresh, seasonal ingredients at Sant'Ambrogio market alongside a local chef.
Learn to make handmade tagliatelle with meat ragu and fresh ravioli with tomato sauce from scratch.
Prepare the classic Italian dessert tiramisu under expert guidance in a private kitchen setting.
Receive a certificate of participation to commemorate your new Tuscan cooking skills.
Enjoy the meal you have cooked with a welcome Prosecco and a glass of Chianti wine.
Taste exquisite Tuscan salumi and cheese as you browse the market stalls.
Itinerary
Meet your chef at the corner of Borgo La Croce 71 RED and Via della Mattonnaia. This central Florence location is the starting point for your culinary adventure.
Head together to Sant'Ambrogio, one of Florence's most authentic local markets. Browse the stalls with your chef, selecting the finest fruit, vegetables, meats, salumi, and cheeses from local producers at their seasonal best.
While exploring the market, enjoy a tasting of traditional Tuscan salumi and aged cheeses sourced directly from the vendors. This introduces your palate to the regional flavors you will be working with in the kitchen.
Return to the cooking school in the historic city center and begin your lesson. You will prepare handmade tagliatelle with meat ragu, fresh ravioli with tomato sauce, and tiramisu under the guidance of your chef.
Sit down to enjoy the dishes you have prepared, welcomed with a glass of Prosecco and accompanied by a glass of Chianti wine. The meal is a direct result of your work throughout the morning.
At the close of the experience, your chef presents you with a certificate of participation. This serves as a formal acknowledgment of the Tuscan culinary techniques you have learned during the session.
What Is Included
Included
- Guided visit to Sant'Ambrogio food market (morning sessions only)
- Tasting of Tuscan salumi and cheeses at the market
- Private hands-on cooking lesson with a local chef
- All ingredients for the cooking session
- Preparation of tagliatelle with meat ragu, ravioli with tomato sauce, and tiramisu
- Lunch featuring the dishes prepared during the lesson
- Welcome Prosecco and one glass of Chianti wine
- Certificate of participation
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Additional alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages beyond those specified
- Personal expenses at the market
- Gratuities for the chef
Important Information
Reserve Your Spot
Private availability is limited. Secure your place at this hands-on Tuscan cooking experience in Florence and bring authentic Italian recipes home with you.
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