Florence: Premium Pasta and Gelato Cooking Class

Tuscany, Florence



Cook like an Italian with a hands-on pasta and gelato workshop in the heart of Florence. Master the timeless tricks and techniques that go into a good pasta, and savor your creation with wine.

Florence Pasta Cooking Classes for Food Lovers

Choose between two hands-on cooking classes in Florence: fresh pasta making with a gelato demo or lasagna and tiramisu with a Central Market tour. Both suit couples, families, and friends keen to learn authentic Italian cooking from professional chefs.

Highlights

  • Two class options: fresh pasta & gelato or lasagna & tiramisu with market tour
  • Make fresh pasta or lasagna from scratch with professional chefs
  • Gelato demonstration or tasting led by a chef (pasta option)
  • Visit Florence Central Market before cooking (lasagna option)
  • Enjoy your handmade meal with wine included

Description

This tour offers two separate cooking class options. Select your preferred class carefully, as the menu, duration, and activities vary.

The Fresh Pasta & Gelato option consists of preparing pasta dough from scratch, shaping various pasta types, and making seasonal sauces under expert guidance. After cooking, sit down with your group to enjoy your pasta accompanied by wine. This option includes a chef-led gelato demonstration or tasting.

The Lasagna & Tiramisu with Central Market Tour option combines a guided food shopping experience at Florence Central Market with a hands-on cooking class. Learn about local ingredients before making traditional lasagna sheets, sauce, and assembling the dish. Then prepare classic tiramisu from mascarpone cream to coffee-soaked layers and cocoa. Finish by sharing your meal with wine in a relaxed setting.

Both classes provide fresh ingredients, practical cooking techniques, digital recipe booklets, and a Graduation Certificate.

Includes

  • Cooking class led by professional local chefs
  • Hands-on preparation with fresh ingredients and utensils
  • Handmade pasta or lasagna meal with wine for adults, soft drinks for children
  • Digital recipe booklet and Graduation Certificate
  • Fresh Pasta & Gelato option: fresh pasta making, seasonal sauces, gelato demo and tasting
  • Lasagna & Tiramisu option: Central Market tour, Nonna’s lasagna and classic tiramisu made from scratch

Excludes

  • Tips
  • Transfer to and from the cooking class meeting point

Important Information

  • Please inform us in advance of any food allergies or intolerances. This class is not suitable for celiac guests.
  • Notify us of any special needs or mobility impairments so we can assist you accordingly.
  • Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Unaccompanied minors may be excluded without refund.
  • Arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. Late arrivals cannot join and no refunds are provided.
  • Vegetarian and alternative recipes are available with advance notice.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the class for a full refund.

Book in advance to secure your preferred date and class option. Bring comfortable clothing and an appetite for authentic Italian cooking.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can choose between a fresh pasta and gelato demonstration or a lasagna and tiramisu class with a Central Market tour in Florence.
The lasagna and tiramisu class begins with a guided visit to Florence Central Market before cooking.
The classes are suitable for couples, families, and friends interested in learning authentic Italian cooking.
No prior cooking experience is needed as professional chefs guide you through each step in Florence.
Class duration varies; check the booking website for the current schedules of the Florence cooking classes.
Please mention any dietary restrictions when booking to see if accommodations can be made for the Florence classes.
You will learn to make fresh pasta from scratch and enjoy a gelato demonstration or tasting led by a chef in Florence.
Yes, both cooking classes offer hands-on experiences where you prepare dishes under professional chef guidance.
Availability varies; visit the booking website to check current dates and times for classes in Florence.
No, the Central Market tour is included only in the lasagna and tiramisu cooking class option.

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