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US$ 211 per person

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Adults
US$ 211

Children (Ages 12-26)
US$ 200

Learn to Cook Authentic Tuscan Dishes in a Farmhouse Kitchen with Market Tour

US$ 211 per person

5.00 (29)

Starting time

9AM

Duration

6 hours

Min. participants

1 Participants

Language

English

About

First discover Florence's historical food market where the locals do their daily shopping. Blend in with the locals. Meet the bakers, the butchers, and the farmers selling vegetables from their fields. Their stalls are full of items such as fresh fruit, vegetables, cheeses, cured meats, balsamic vinegar, sun dried tomatoes, olives and many other Italian food specialities. Shop for the ingredients to use for the cooking class and learn to choose the best seasonal products.

Then it's time to start your cooking lesson at a farmhouse in Tuscany. This isn't just a demonstration, you will actually take part in creating a full traditional Tuscan meal with our chef's help. You will learn to make real Italian fresh pasta by hand with freshly laid eggs and learn to make a traditional meat sauce using ingredients from right outside the door!

Learn to prepare the classic bruschetta with fresh bread, homegrown tomatoes and the farmhouse's own extra virgin olive oil and then take a break to enjoy it with a glass of Chianti wine.

After the break it's back to the lesson where you will learn how to prepare traditional Tuscan roast pork (arista) and Tuscan roast potatoes using fresh herbs collected from around the farmhouse. To finish the class, you will learn the secrets of the wonderful Italian coffee and cream dessert, Tiramisù.

At last sit down to enjoy a wonderful meal. At the end of your meal, your driver will be waiting for you for a short drive back to Florence, so it's time to say arrivederci after an unforgettable experience in Tuscany.

Please note that this class is not suitable for children below the age of 12.

Schedule

9:00 am: Florence morning food tour with tastings where you'll explore San Lorenzo's colourful Mercato Centrale (Please note that the market is closed on Sundays and public holidays)
10:15 am: Hands on experience: learn to make Bruschetta, home-made Pasta, Tuscan roast pork with potatoes and Tiramisù
2:00 pm: Enjoy your freshly cooked meal accompanied with wine after the class
3:00 pm: Heading back to Florence

Included Highlights

Cook in a tuscan farmhouse

Fresh ingredients from the market and the farm

Learno to make Tuscan arista

Pasta from scratch

Taste local products

Visit historical market

Additional Information

Confirmation

You will receive the confirmation of your booking's availability within 24 hours. Once confirmed, please present your booking reference number at the cooking school.

Cancellation

Full refund will be issued for cancellation made at least 48 hours prior to the activity

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Traveler Reviews

Verified 5.00 29 reviews

"Best day ever"

Lucca was so much fun! Lucia was super sweet too! I can’t wait to get home to Montana to make the pasta!!! Lucca could be on the food network and I would totally watch the show!!!!

"Authentic!"

Gloria and Camella were fantastic they passed on so many little tips and tricks. It was so much fun and our group really clicked. Everything was delicious and they catered for various food restrictions too. Highly recommend for an authentic Italian cooking experience.

"Tuscan farm house cooking and farm tour"

We had a wonderful Tuscan picturesque hilltop outdoor garden and kitchen. We were able to all participate in the food preparation making pasta. Preparing and cooking our own meal was a special treat. It was a different activity for a hot crowded and busy Florence. Thankyou

"Entertaining and educational"

Luca and Carmela were great teachers . There were hands on experiences and we learned that cooking could be fun. The food prep and timing was well coordinated. We would recommend this class to anyone. The estate was amazing despite the soggy, rainy weather.

"Fun Day in the Countryside"

Fabulous tour of the market and hands-on cooking class. Luca makes it very entertaining! He acts as more than a chef but as your personal tour guide with cooking tips, restaurant recommendations, and overall knowledge of Florence. Carmella keeps things on track and pulls in the class members to participate. The lunch is really good. And we helped make it! We highly recommend this experience.

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Meeting Point

At the TAXI stand outside Santa Maria Novella train station at 8.45AM. Look for your guide holding a Walkabout sign.

Additional Info - If it's possible for you to reach Florence by train or bus is surely better than by car because the traffic is heavy and you have to plan well in advance in order to reach the destination in time.

For those who travel by car: there is a brand new parking lot literally next door to our office at Via Vinegia 23R. Fares are from 5€ per hour depending on the size of your car and they are able to provide the permit to get into the historical city centre for 1€ extra."

* The exact address will be shared in your booking confirmation.

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