Wanna Be Italiano: Become a Tuscan Chef with a Market Tour and Cooking Class in Florence
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Immerse yourself in the art of Tuscan cooking with a market tour and cooking class in Florence. Choose fresh ingredients, prepare a classic Tuscan lunch, and savor your meal with fellow cooks. Limited spots available!
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Towns of Italy | Cooking School | Florence - You will go shopping with the chefs at the central market, picking up the ingredients for your lunch. You will attend at a Cooking Masterclass by a famous local Chef in a fascinating kitchen in Florence and then you will obviously eat the meal you prepared yourself, accompanied with two glasses of a selection of Chianti wine

What's Included
  • Food tastings at school
  • Central food market guided visit
  • Recipe booklet
  • Free subscription to our Food&Wine Club for special discounts on wine and typical products
  • Two glasses of Chianti wine with lunch
  • Vegetarian-friendly options available (advance notice required)
  • Graduation diploma
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meal Options
  • Bruschetta
  • Fresh home-made pasta. - Tagliatelle and ravioli with 2 sauces.
    Please note: Your menu may slightly vary depending on fresh ingredients available and intollerances
  • Tiramisu
Additional Information

Master the skill of Tuscan cuisine in this 5.5-hour experience that includes a market visit and cookery class in Florence. Guided by local culinary maestros, check out Florence’s Central Market for fresh produce, before heading to the cooking school’s kitchen to whip up a quintessential Tuscan lunch. You’ll learn to make treats such as ‘bruschetta’ (grilled bread topped with tomatoes) and home-style pasta and dessert under the watchful eyes of your instructors. Enjoy your concoctions with your fellow budding chefs, accompanied by two servings of Chianti wine, before earning a diploma and recipe booklet.

To maintain a tailor-made experience, we limit the class size to 25 participants.

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Vegetarian cooking classes can also be catered for, please specify when booking
  • Please note that when Florence Central Market is closed (on Sundays and bank holidays), the market visit will be replaced by a special introduction and extra tastings at the cooking class school
  • We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours
  • Not suitable for Celiacs
Location
Towns of Italy | Cooking School | Florence
Via Panicale
Towns of Italy cooking class is located in Via Panicale 43 red(close to Central Market) Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starting time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Tom_t
May 15, 2024
Wishing for contact - The class was great, really enjoyed it BUT… we expected to receive the recipes via email as promised and did not. Please sent them to [email protected]
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Susan_a
May 15, 2024
Wonderful experience!!! - It was a fabulous experience!!! The market tour was fun and the food we made delicious. The chef, Alice, was great. I am so glad I did it!!!
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Mary_v
May 15, 2024
Learn how to make Italian dishes - What a great experience this was. Exploring the market before cooking added additional information. Our chief lead us through each process of everything we made. So much fun and food! Not just a tasting but lots more.
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Michael_w
May 14, 2024
Learning to cook Italian, wow, what a great experience. - We loved the opportunity to cook with the pros. We first made the short walk to the market and learned about Olive Oil and also Balsamic Vinegar. A tasting experience and insight into the supply of quality food products for the city of Florence. We were guided into making Bolognese and then a Tiramisu and making Pasta, and the top of it all, was to enjoy our creations. A fun experience with lasting memories that I hope to use soon to enjoy my own Italian cooking!
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Q745ikdylanb
May 10, 2024
Master Chef - Great experience, highly recommend! Both the chefs were fun, helpful and informative. Suitable for all regardless of cooking ability.
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Anaelizabeth_m
May 5, 2024
Amazing experience!!!! - The chefs really professional Knowledgeable and very, very kind. Thank you so much!!!! I will come back soon in had the amazing experience of learning of cooking and enjoy really delicious food😊
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Teamnm
May 4, 2024
Behind the scene in Nonna's kitchen - Unforgettable - educational And fun. The tour of the market, explanations of olive oils, truffles, balsamic vinegars, meats, biscuits -- was fantastico. The cooking of two types of pasta and the meat sauce and tiramisu were hands on and doable for everyone. We of course got to eat what we made and it was delicious. The best thing for me was the explanations of what we see on the surface -- the difference between the pastas of the north and south, of dry v. fresh, how to use aromatic herbs, and how to beat yolks v whites of eggs...could go on...but very enjoyable. It does take 5+ hours and you will leave full. If you are not able to take the class, please visit the market regardless.
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Kay_tentacles
May 3, 2024
Unforgettable Florence Market Tour and Cooking Class - Our market tour was a delightful journey through the Florence Central market. The guide's extensive knowledge of the ingredients, their origins, and their significance in Italian cuisine added a fascinating layer of depth to the experience. We enjoyed exploring the colorful stalls, interacting with local vendors, and learning about the freshest produce, spices, and specialties that make Florentine cuisine so unique. The cooking class that followed was an absolute joy and the highlight of our whole trip. The skilled chef's expertise and passion for Italian gastronomy were evident in every step of the culinary journey. The hands-on experience of crafting the tiramisu and hand-making our pastas, we were fully immersed in the art of cooking. We sincerely appreciated the interactive nature of the class, which allowed us to ask questions and learn new skills. The highlight, of course, was savoring the fruits of our labor as we sat down to enjoy the delicious meal we had prepared together. The flavors, aromas, and the shared camaraderie made the dining experience truly special and unforgettable. Overall, our Florence market tour and cooking class surpassed all expectations. It was a perfect blend of cultural exploration, culinary education, and immersive enjoyment. I would highly recommend your tour to anyone seeking an authentic and memorable culinary experience in Florence.
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Brad_k
May 2, 2024
I’ll make my own pasta! - The entire experience was memorable, from starting out at the central market to making our own pastas. And, meeting some new people too!
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Leona_m
May 12, 2024
A great experience but the importance of hand hygiene must be emphasised - Overall, we enjoyed this experience. The visit to the market in the morning gave a real authenticity to Italian cooking. The demonstration and class itself was very well structured and enjoyable. However, it must be highlighted to whoever is assisting the chef that they must wash their hands after handling raw meat. This was not the case and we had to point it out to the chef before he intervened. This element was disappointing and unsettling as we both felt very much on edge knowing that the work station was shared and was contaminated as a result.
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