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- English
- Italian
- Spanish
This is not a standard cooking class, but a shared moment inside a real 18th-century villa still lived in, in the Tuscan countryside of Lastra a Signa.
Guests are welcomed into a private home, not a commercial setting, and cook alongside Chef Giulio in a small group.
The experience is shaped by what is available: aromatic herbs from the garden are used in the dishes, and the menu changes with the season, guided by the chef rather than a fixed program.
There is no rigid structure or production-style format... the rhythm follows the natural flow of preparing, tasting, and sharing.
What makes it different is the authenticity of the setting, the direct connection to ingredients, and the feeling of being hosted rather than attending a class.
Example Menu
Starter
Aperitivo
A selection of local products served during a short break in the cooking experience, with seasonal ingredients and traditional Tuscan flavors.
Main
Fresh Homemade Pasta
Fresh handmade pasta prepared together. Shapes and sauces vary with the season and the chef’s selection.
Dessert
Dessert
A traditional Italian dessert to conclude the experience.
Main
Drinks
Beverages served during the cooking experience and the meal.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
directly in front of Stazione Leopolda, Porta al Prato, Florence.
What to expect
Once you arrive, you are welcomed into a real private home, not a commercial cooking school. The experience is guided by Chef Giulio, who shares his way of cooking through direct participation rather than a formal lesson.
During the experience, you will work with ingredients that are part of the villa itself, including aromatic herbs such as rosemary and sage, which are used in the preparation of the dishes.
In a small group setting, you will prepare fresh pasta and other Tuscan recipes together with the chef. The menu is not fixed in advance but changes depending on the season and available ingredients.
Throughout the activity, you will move between different moments of preparation, tasting, and interaction, following a natural rhythm rather than a structured class format.
At the end, you will sit down together to enjoy the meal you have prepared, accompanied by wine and conversation.
After the meal, you will have time to relax before returning to Florence.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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