A full day hands-on Cooking Class in a stunning setting in the Tuscan countryside, including a
market visit topped off with a 4-course lunch.
Search for fresh ingredients at Florence’s historic central food market before traveling to our
beautiful Tuscan farmhouse in the countryside. On arrival be prepared to roll up your sleeves,
you will start creating a complete menu, from appetizer to dessert.
Master the secrets of traditional dishes that you will easily re-create at home for your friends and
family. The cooking lesson is suitable for beginners and for those who can already cook.
Then finally we will all sit together on a terrace hosting incredible views over the Tuscan hills and just like a big Italian family, we will take time to enjoy the food we have prepared together,
complemented with Chianti wine. Buon appetito!
Sample Menu:
- Tomatoes bruschetta
- Tagliatelle with beef tomato sauce
- Roasted pork loin with potatoes
- Tiramisù
Stop At:
• Walkabout Florence Tours, Via Vinegia 23R, 50122, Florence Italy
Sample Menu
• Bruschetta with fresh bread, homegrown tomatoes and extra virgin olive oil
• Hand made fresh tagliatelle with traditional meat sauce
• Tuscan roast pork with potatoes
• Tiramisu
See Availability.
Piazza della Stazione, 14/39, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
7 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
We regret that vegetarian or other alternative dietary requirements cannot be catered for
On Sundays and public holidays there is no visit to the San Lorenzo Mercato Centrale (instead there will be a visit of the vegetable garden at the estate where you can pick the fresh ingredients)
Near public transportation
Due to uneven and steep surfaces, we are unable to accept anyone with walking difficulties or wheelchair users
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 26 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : ashleyandlenac
Such an amazing and fun cooking class with Luca and Carmela. I haven’t laughed that hard in a long time! Especially loved the pasta making and learning proper Italian tiramisu. Thankyou!
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : Mary_L
Fantastic experience. Chef Luca is all about fun, great cuisine, humor, and making everyone feel special. So glad this was the last activity of my two week trip to Italy. The tour of the Mercator centrale was so amazing. He knows all the vendors and they all adore him. His cookbook will keep me busy for the next year. You will love him and he will love you even MORE!
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : juliemN5136YI
Amazing experience, beautiful countryside and delicious food! Luca and Carmella are a dynamic duo - hysterically funny and enjoyable to learn from. This was a highlight of our trip to Florence :)
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : Becky_T
The chef Luca was awesome! He was entertaining while teaching us the Italian way of cooking. The setting was gorgeous! The tour of the market was also awesome!
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : leor863
Wow!! This was such a great experience! I went with my family and we all had so much fun. I have travelled all over the world and been on many excursions and food tours but this was one of the most fun. If you like to cook or even if you just like to eat this is for you.
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : Walker_W
This cooking class was exactly what I wanted from it and for a fair price. The market was interesting, our tour guide was informative and entertaining, the food we made wasn't too complicated for a beginner or too simple for someone with experience, it was also delicious. It was definitely for tourists and I say that as a compliment, the whole experience was very low-stress and well laid out. Two or three line cooks would swoop in before and after everything you did to clean/prep the kitchen while you got to converse, drink wine and enjoy the beautiful view from the kitchen.
The highlight was definitely the cook (pictured looking through her oven). Apparently she was in her 70's but nonetheless was more energetic than any of us in our 30's. She spent practically the entire time singing and cracking jokes in Italian, truly, her joie de vivre was contagious. If I could've hired her to cook every meal for me while in Italy I would still call it a bargain at twice the price.
If you're willing to splurge a little and don't mind getting your hands dirty you will have a wonderful time here.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : P6858NOroyf
The cooking class with Luca and Carmella was fantastic. Everyone had a great time and we had lots of wine to drink. The meal that we helped prepare was amazing and the setting at the farmhouse was incredible. Unfortunately, the market was closed for the holiday but we got to spend some time touring the gardens at the farmhouse instead.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12
Posted By : Michele_B
The market and learning how to make pasta. The class size should be smaller. Over thirty is a bit much.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12
Posted By : Brad_P
The company and the experience was great! Our guide and chef were incredibly energetic and were awesome hosts! Thank you so much Gloria and Carmella!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-12
Posted By : CranberryFontane
All my expectations were met and exceeded; at the close of the day, Lovinna even helped us call a taxi to take us back to our hotel. I wish her and Carmelina all the success they deserve.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12
