Authentic Florence Cooking Class at Costanza's 1839 Family Estate

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

Stepping into your host's property is like walking into paradise - the picturesque olive groves, typical Tuscan architecture and lush vegetable gardens instantly transport you to another time! Join Costanza or her sister Serena in their family’s beautiful home for your private garden tour and authentic Florentine, hands-on cooking class before you enjoy the seasonal Florentine feast you helped prepare from recipes passed down through generations in this family.

A delicious six-course farm-to-table meal awaits you with this warm and delightful Florentine family!

This is an insider's glimpse into life as a local in Florence, with a warm and hospitable family - one that you will not forget.

Example Menu

Starter

Two sides such as peperonata (sautè red bell pepper with caramelized onions)

, carciofi fritti (fried artichokes) or deep fried zucchini flowers

Main

First course of pasta with duck ragu

or risotto with porcini mushrooms or artichokes lasagna

Main

Main course of meat like roasted lamb with aromatic herbs

or veal rolls with marsala sauce or ossobuco

Dessert

Torta della nonna or

fondente al cioccolato (chocolate fondant) or tiramisu ai lamponi (raspberries tiramisu)

What's Included

Private garden tour and cooking class with your host Costanza
Wine
Gratuities
Authentic Italian farm-to-table meal
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your host directly at her villa in Sesto Fiorentino. Exact address can be found in your voucher, upon confirmation.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Begin your Florentine culinary journey with Costanza in her lush garden filled with olive and fruit laden trees, aromatic herbs and a huge vegetable garden. She and her family grow seasonal vegetables from leeks, brassicas and fennel in the winter to tomatoes, eggplant and zucchini in the summer and tries to use as much of their own produce in their cooking. Pick some of the fresh seasonal vegetables that you might use in your Florence cooking class. With a basket of vegetables in hand, enter her family’s beautiful, spacious kitchen to learn to cook a seasonal Florentine meal from scratch. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee or tea before rolling up your sleeves to begin your hands-on cooking class in Florence. Learn to cook an appetizer, first course and dessert from scratch. Your cooking lesson will last about three and half hours which includes a break for a glass of wine and a snack. Enjoy recreating Costanza's family’s recipes before you sit down at a formal dining table to share the meal you helped prepare.

Please note that because Costanza sometimes has guests staying in their B&B they may be present during your meal and cooking experience, hence the experience will not be private.

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
  • Menu may vary depending on the season. Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
  • Please note: Because Costanza sometimes has guests staying in their B&B they may be present during your meal and cooking experience, your experience will not remain private.
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