Golden Grains and Gourmet Pasta Cooking Class

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Authentic Tuscan Pasta-Making – Learn time-honored techniques in crafting traditional pasta from scratch using also a portable table Mill to mill the traditional grains of the area.

Hands-On Culinary Experience – Engage directly in the preparation and cooking process, suitable for all skill levels.

Organic Wine & Olive Oil Tasting – Enjoy a curated tasting of our estate's organic wines and extra-virgin olive oils.

Scenic Countryside Setting – Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of our vineyards and olive groves.

Family-Owned Estate – Experience genuine Tuscan hospitality from our welcoming family.

Convenient Location – Just a short walk from San Gimignano's historic town center.

Example Menu

Main

Homemade Fresh Pasta with Senatore Cappelli Grain

You will mill the grain variety using our table mill and shape a traditional kind of Tuscan Pasta and a paired sauce.

Main

Homemade Fresh pasta with Verna grain

You will mill the grain variety using our table mill and shape a traditional kind of Tuscan Pasta and a paired sauce.

Main

Homemade Fresh Pasta with Farro Grain

You will mill the grain variety using our table mill and shape a traditional kind of Tuscan Pasta and a paired sauce.

What's Included

kitchen utensils & aprons
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Dinner
Private transportation
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Once in Via Martiri di Citerna, look on your right (from San Gimignano) or left (from Certaldo) for the Podere La Marronaia sign on a cypress tree trunk. Turn right (from San Gimignano) or left (from Certaldo) onto a narrow white road. After 5 meters, you'll find our gate on the right.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Join our Golden Grains & Gourmet Pasta Cooking Class for an authentic culinary adventure in Tuscany. Upon arrival at our family estate, you’ll step into our rustic kitchen, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.

Guided by our expert chef, you’ll learn how to craft traditional Tuscan pasta from scratch—milling three different kinds of organic grains, kneading, rolling, and shaping different varieties. You’ll also prepare authentic sauces with fresh, local ingredients to complement your pasta.

After cooking, relax and enjoy your handmade dishes in a charming setting, paired with a tasting of our estate’s organic and biodynamic wines, extra-virgin olive oils & balsamic vinegar. Our family will share stories of Tuscan culinary traditions, making this a warm and immersive experience.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
Supplied by Podere la Marronaia

Tags

Cooking Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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