Italy · COOKING CLASSES IN FLORENCE
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 cooking classes in Florence worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Make three fresh pastas in a 1200s Florence tower, eat what you cook, and enjoy unlimited Tuscan wine for an exceptional value.
“This activity was a ton of fun and was actually the BEST pasta we ate our entire trip! Chef Victoria was funny and helped us make 3 different pastas. Wine was great too! Definitely recommend fitting this in your itinerary while in Florence.”
Make pizza or pasta, focaccia, and gelato at a Tuscan farm near Florence, with wine, recipes, a chef, and round-trip transport.
“This was a great experience. All of the leaders Chris Tiriano and Lodovik (? On his name) were friendly, helpful and informative. Thy were all focused on making sure everyone was happy. Couldn’t recommend them or the tour more. We actually have been critiquing all of the other pizza and gelato we have been eating again what we msde and we all think what we made was better.”
Make fresh pasta and tiramisu in central Florence, then enjoy your meal with wine, limoncello, and coffee in a local restaurant.
“We had a delightful experience in Clive’s cooking class with our family of four. It was a memorable day as we learned to make ravioli, tagliatelle, and tiramisu. Clive was incredibly patient with us, as we were complete beginners in cooking. He made the class engaging and enjoyable, especially for our 16 and 18-year-olds. We ended up making some fantastic food that we thoroughly enjoyed afterward. I highly recommend this cooking class to anyone visiting Florence.”
Make ravioli, tortelli, and pappardelle in a medieval Florence tower, then enjoy Tuscan sauces, dinner, and unlimited wine.
“Amazing experience! Chef was knowledgeable and it was so fun meeting so many different people. Highly recommend.”
Cook a four-course Tuscan meal, shop Florence’s food market, taste local specialties, and enjoy Chianti at a countryside farmhouse.
“Luca and Ericka were fabulous! Bruschetta was divine but the main course was a little plain and boring. Dessert was yummy! FYI: It can be very cold and there's lots of walking”
Make three fresh pastas in Florence, then enjoy your creations with Tuscan wine, dessert, and recipes to take home.
“We had such a fantastic time at the pasta-making class! The pasta was absolutely delicious, and Lucrezia was wonderful—her personality lights up the room, and her expertise made the experience both fun and educational. She shared so many great culinary tips and tricks along the way. My kids (7 and 13) absolutely loved it and can’t wait to get home to practice what they learned. Couldn’t recommend this experience enough!”
Learn fresh pasta and tiramisu in Florence, then enjoy your meal with wine, coffee, and limoncello in a friendly small-group class.
“Amber the instructor was amazing. She made the class super fun and entertaining. Would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Florence.”
Learn to make Italian pizza and gelato in Florence with a chef, unlimited wine, family discounts, recipes, and a graduation certificate.
“We learned a lot and had so much fun! We learned how to make pizza and gelato and the history behind it! Very interesting!”
Cook fresh pasta, ravioli, bruschetta, and tiramisu after a guided Florence market visit with wine, tastings, and a local chef.
“Tremendous 5 hour cooking experience with hands- on demonstration, including preparation and cooking pasta, ragu, and vegetarian dishes ( if desired). Fantastic professional chef teaches class in small group setting. Also visit and taste testing of olive oil and balsamic vinegars at Mercato Centrale. Highly recommended”
Review of a Tuscany day trip from Florence with Chianti villages, a hands-on cooking class, wine tasting, and free time in hill towns.
“Great trip! Staff was very helpful and kind and knowledgeable. Wine tasting was the only slightly disappointing part - same glass provided for 3 different wines. Countryside was stunning and we loved Sienna ( would have liked another hour there ) and San Gimignano ( another hour as well ). Be prepared for a lot of walking and a loooong day but well worth it all.”
Make fresh pasta and gelato in Florence with expert chefs, wine, recipes, and an optional Central Market tour.
“Amazing activity for all ages, we had a wonderful time.”
Learn to make three fresh pastas with Michelin-trained chefs, local sauces, a full meal, and unlimited wine in central Florence.
“We had a great time making different pasta dishes and then enjoying a meal together! Thomas was so knowledgeable and kind. A great activity to enjoy while in Florence!”
Learn to make tagliatelle, ricotta ravioli, and tiramisu in Florence, with a chef-led market visit, wine, and a meal you cook yourself.
“The class was fun and informative the chef was informative. The other people in the class were very friendly.”
Learn handmade pasta and gelato in Florence with a chef, wine, recipes, and dinner. See what is hands-on, what is demonstrated, and who should book.
“food was good. learned about cooking techniques. Class did not include gelato. This was misleading. Chef was argumentative and rather disengaged with teaching the class. Was hoping for a more relaxing and fun experience.”
Tour Florence’s Central Market, taste Tuscan specialties, make fresh pasta and tiramisù, then enjoy your meal with Chianti.
“This was a fun cooking class! The market tour was informative and we had delicious samples. I enjoyed the cooking part as well - good balance of active work time and rest time. I would recommend!”
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