Florence Private Cooking Class with Maria in a Gorgeous Countryside Home
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This Florence cooking class takes place in a gorgeous countryside home owned by Maria, a retired Italian cook. The experience lasts about four hours and begins with round-trip transport for up to six guests from a central location in Florence to Maria's home by car. During the drive, Maria shares stories about Florence. Once at the countryside home, the private class happens in Maria's kitchen, where she teaches guests how to prepare two to three traditional Tuscan dishes using techniques that can be easily repeated at home. Guests choose from pasta sauces including ragu, broccoli pesto, arrabbiata, or butter and sage with parmesan cream. After cooking, participants eat the meal together with Maria in her home. Alcoholic beverages are included. Guests can opt to add a guided tour of San Lorenzo market, Florence’s historic food market, before the cooking class. The class welcomes vegetarians and guests with dietary preferences but is not suitable for gluten-free diets. Groups larger than six must arrange separate transport for additional guests. The countryside home does not have air conditioning and has a cat. The menu may vary depending on the season. Markets are closed on Sundays and public holidays.
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Itinerary
Escape the bustle of Florence and step into Maria’s beautiful countryside home for a private hands-on Tuscan cooking class. Learn to prepare traditional Italian dishes using local ingredients while discovering the flavors and traditions of Tuscan cuisine, then sit down with Maria to enjoy your homemade meal in the peaceful countryside. Maria, a recently retired architect and fun-loving Italian home cook, picks you up from the heart of Florence and shares stories about the city’s history during the short drive. In her kitchen, learn her grandmother’s traditional recipes, from handmade pasta and bruschetta to tiramisu - all of which can be adapted for vegetarian diets. If you’d like, add a market tour where Maria guides you through San Lorenzo Market to select fresh, seasonal produce and learn how Italians cook with local ingredients. End your experience with a delicious meal and Italian wine overlooking the stunning Tuscan hills. If you are interested in a gluten-free experience, be sure to book Maria's dedicated "Private Gluten-Free Pasta Cooking Class in Florence". Authentic cooking class in Florence perfect for a honeymooning couple or families!
180 min
Meeting point
Meet your host Maria at the entrance to Forno Sale Grosso in the Florence city center. She will pick you up in her car and drive you to the market if you choose the tour + class option or drive you to her beautiful countryside home, 15 minutes away if you choose the class only option.
End point
Meet your host Maria at the entrance to Forno Sale Grosso in the Florence city center. She will pick you up in her car and drive you to the market if you choose the tour + class option or drive you to her beautiful countryside home, 15 minutes away if you choose the class only option.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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