Cooking Lesson: From The Market To The Table in Florence

4.5
(106 reviews)
Florence, Italy

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience Florence like a local by exploring the vibrant Central Market and learning to cook traditional dishes like lasagna and tiramisu with an expert chef. Gain hands-on Italian cooking skills, savor your creations paired with Tuscan wines, and discover the flavors and traditions that make Tuscan cuisine unique. This immersive day goes beyond a typical cooking class, offering a true taste of Florentine culture.

Example Menu

Main

Fresh homemade pasta

Dessert

Tiramisu

What's Included

Prepare classic lasagna from scratch, including fresh pasta, slow-cooked Bolognese
Explore Florence’s Central Market on a guided tour with our chefs
All ingredients and cooking utensils provided
Vegetarian options available upon request
Receive a digital recipe booklet to recreate the dishes at home
Learn to make authentic tiramisu
Sample seasonal and traditional local products during the market visit
Hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef
Extras

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet our staff in Via Panicale, 43/r, 50123 Firenze, close to Florence Central Market

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Experience authentic Florentine cooking with a day that begins at Florence’s bustling Central Market and ends with a hands-on class preparing traditional dishes like lasagna and tiramisu. Immerse yourself in local culinary traditions, master essential Italian cooking techniques, and enjoy your creations paired with Tuscan wines.

Begin by exploring the market with an expert chef, sampling local specialties, and selecting the freshest seasonal ingredients. Then, at the Towns of Italy Cooking School, roll up your sleeves to make fresh pasta, rich Bolognese ragù, creamy béchamel, and a classic tiramisu. Finally, sit down with your group to savor the meal you’ve prepared, accompanied by Tuscan wines and a dessert wine, while learning the fundamentals of local wine culture.

This immersive experience goes beyond a typical cooking class, offering a window into Tuscan culture, traditions, and everyday life. You’ll gain expert tips, build confidence in the kitchen, and take home a digital recipe booklet to recreate these dishes at home.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance - We regret to inform you that this class is not suitable for Celiacs.
  • Please let us know in advance any special needs or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accommodate them.
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Cooking Classes
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
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Cancellation Policy

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

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