Five-Course Italian Cooking Masterclass with Unlimited Wine

Ricorboli, Florence



Start your adventure at Sant'Ambrogio Market (morning only), selecting top ingredients with your chef. Then, cook a full Italian meal and enjoy it with wine!

Tuscan Cooking Class in Florence with Market Visit and Wine Tasting

This cooking class in Florence suits food enthusiasts who want to learn traditional Tuscan and Italian recipes, including a market visit (morning sessions only).

Description

The experience begins with a guided visit to the historic Sant’Ambrogio Market (included in morning departures only, excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays). Explore stalls offering seasonal produce, artisanal cheeses, cured meats, and local specialties. Your chef will teach you how to select quality ingredients like a local.

After the market visit, move to a friendly kitchen to prepare iconic Italian dishes from scratch under expert guidance. The class covers:

  • Fettuccine alla Carbonara, a classic Roman dish
  • Lasagne al Ragù, a beloved Italian favorite
  • Gnocchi with homemade pesto, following Ligurian tradition
  • Sicilian Cannoli, filled with ricotta, pistachio, chocolate, and more

Your chef will explain traditional techniques, culinary stories, and insider tips as you prepare, knead, and cook these dishes.

Once cooking is complete, enjoy the meal you prepared alongside a glass of fine Tuscan wine. This dining experience offers rich flavors and a social atmosphere.

Includes

  • Small group tour
  • Expert local chef
  • Cooking masterclass featuring four iconic Italian dishes (Carbonara, Lasagne, Pesto, Sicilian Cannoli)
  • Pesto making experience
  • All ingredients for dish preparation
  • Use of apron and cooking utensils
  • Unlimited wine
  • Visit to Sant’Ambrogio Market with a professional chef (only morning departures excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays)
  • Food and local product tastings
  • Lunch or dinner depending on departure time
  • Graduation diploma
  • Digital recipe booklet for recreating the dishes at home

Menu

  • Fettuccine alla Carbonara prepared with eggs and bacon
  • Lasagne al Ragù prepared with meat and béchamel sauce
  • Gnocchi with homemade pesto made from basil, garlic, and pine nuts
  • Sicilian Cannoli filled with ricotta, pistachio, chocolate, and more

Excludes

  • Visit to Sant’Ambrogio Market if choosing afternoon departures or any Sunday and Bank Holiday options

Important Information

  • Vegetarian options available
  • Menu may vary slightly due to ingredient availability and seasonality
  • Please inform in advance of allergies or food intolerances for accommodation
  • Comfortable shoes recommended
  • Not recommended for people with celiac disease or children under six years old
  • Afternoon, Sunday, and Bank Holiday options exclude market visit and last approximately 4 hours

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book your preferred time slot early to secure a morning market visit. Bring comfortable shoes for walking the market. Morning departures offer a longer, more immersive experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

It includes a guided visit to Sant’Ambrogio Market (morning sessions only), cooking five traditional Tuscan dishes, and unlimited wine tasting during the class.
The market visit is at Florence's historic Sant’Ambrogio Market, available only in morning sessions and excluded on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
The market visit is included only during morning departures and is not available on Sundays or Bank Holidays in Florence.
A professional local chef with expertise in Tuscan and Italian cuisine guides the entire cooking experience.
The class typically lasts around 4 to 5 hours, including the market visit during morning sessions.
No prior cooking experience is needed; the class is designed for all skill levels interested in Italian cuisine.
Yes, unlimited wine tasting is included throughout the cooking masterclass.
Yes, you should inform the provider in advance to accommodate dietary preferences or allergies.
After the market visit, the class moves to a professional kitchen studio located in Florence city center.
Visit the official booking website to see current availability and hours for the Florence cooking class.

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