Tuscan Cooking Class and Dinner in Florence
4.5
Tuscan Cooking Class and Dinner in Florence
By Caf Tour & Travel
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Eating one excellent meal is a fleeting experience, but learning how to cook classic Italian dishes is the knowledge that will last a lifetime. During this Italian cooking class, you’ll prepare and cook a 4-course meal under the guidance of a chef. A small group means you’ll receive personalized attention throughout and you’ll have a chance to feast on the fruits of your labors, accompanied by Tuscan wine, at the end of the class.
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Ages 10-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 4h
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Live guide: German, English, Italian, Spanish
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Highlights
- Opt for a more hands-on culinary experience in Florence
- Take home recipes and continue cooking Italian classics back at home
- Receive personalized attention during this small-group experience
- Tuscan wine is included
- Cooking class
- Expert local Chef with cooking assistant
- Dinner with drinks
- Recipe booklet to take home
- Group of max 15 pax for each professional Chef
- Assistance at the meeting point
- From November 1st 2024 until March 31st 2025, cooking class is available only in English
What's not included- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Your culinary experience begins in central Florence, when you’ll greet your guide and head to the cooking school, located near the iconic Ponte Vecchio (medieval stone bridge). On arrival, you’ll don an apron and discuss the dishes you’ll be cooking with your guide. Depending on the season, dishes can include chicken stew, fresh pasta, and tiramisu. Throughout the class, you’ll receive expert tips and get an inside glimpse into Tuscany’s world-famous culinary scene. Once the food is ready, sit down to feast on the dishes you’ve made accompanied by Tuscan wine.
- Start:
- Via Venezia & Via Camillo Cavour, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy04:30 pm at Via Venezia, on the corner with Via Cavour, sidewalk opposite to the Coffee Bar. An Assistant waits for you wearing blue clothing with Caf Tour & Gray Line Florence logos
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2428C1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not available for kids younger than 10
- All Cooking Class Team is vaccinated for Covid 19
- The cooking class will be operated by professional Chefs. The class might be divided in smaller groups, and each Chef will look after 15 participants
- It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to join the group, nor to have a refund or reschedule the course.
- Please inform in advance of food intolerances or allergies
- Severe and contact celiacs may not attend the event due to probable contamination.
- From November 1st 2024 until March 31st 2025, cooking class is available only in English
- No health restrictions
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2428C1
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Billy
London, UK4 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Absolutely loved the experience, I booked this as a surprise for my girlfriend with neither of us being experienced cooks. Our chef Francesco (who was leading the class) was brilliant, sassy, funny and was very patient as we were stationed with another couple who loved a chat. Despite there being a few difficult people in the wider group the chef showed great interpersonal skills in handling varying attitudes with a great sense of humour. Wine was provided during the class and we later sat down to a 4 course meal as the chefs served the food we had prepared earlier.
The kitchen itself was modern, well laid out and provided a comfortable atmosphere. During the class the chef talked us through his experience, Italian cuisine and tips and tricks to get the most out of the recipes we were executing.
With Francesco taking another group as we sat down to consume our meal, he made sure to come and have a chat before we left and we were given a recipe book to recreate the dishes at home (which we definitely will!).
Would highly recommend the class to anyone regardless of prior cooking experience.
Thank you Francesco so much for making us feel so comfortable. :)
The kitchen itself was modern, well laid out and provided a comfortable atmosphere. During the class the chef talked us through his experience, Italian cuisine and tips and tricks to get the most out of the recipes we were executing.
With Francesco taking another group as we sat down to consume our meal, he made sure to come and have a chat before we left and we were given a recipe book to recreate the dishes at home (which we definitely will!).
Would highly recommend the class to anyone regardless of prior cooking experience.
Thank you Francesco so much for making us feel so comfortable. :)
Written 6 June 2022
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Kathi K
3 contributions
May 2022
This class was amazing - so much fun and learned a lot not only about Italian cooking, but some very helpful general kitchen tips about knife work and oven times. The food was amazing and we knew that we had a part in every bite. My husband, a photographer and non cook, also participated and the chef was so generous with him allowing him time for his photos and also making him work in the kitchen in a way that set him up for success.
I couldn't recommend this more highly - a great way to learn and experience the culture.
I couldn't recommend this more highly - a great way to learn and experience the culture.
Written 24 May 2022
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Cynthia B
20 contributions
June 2022 • Couples
One of the highlights of our trip to Italy! Our group of 11 thoroughly enjoyed Chef Francisco’s cooking class. Fresh, simple ingredients, Francisco’s enthusiastic instruction, and teamwork resulted in a scrumptious four course dinner. Francisco was born to do this! His love of cooking and his ability to share his knowledge in an easy going, humor filled way was delightful. Would highly recommend this experience!!
Written 9 July 2022
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Guide525632
15 contributions
Oct 2022
Less of a cooking class than an observing class. The website said there would be 16 people max. There were 22 people and 4 stations, meaning there were 5-6 people in each station cooking a full meal. How much cooking do you think can be done under that circumstance?
100% would not recommend
100% would not recommend
Written 18 October 2022
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Roe G
5 contributions
Nov 2022 • Family
Our cooking learning experience with Greta and Manuel was wonderful and delicious.
Our suggestion to improve the experience is each person has their own personal preparation stations. Last evening each person was handling all the food. Thank you.
Our suggestion to improve the experience is each person has their own personal preparation stations. Last evening each person was handling all the food. Thank you.
Written 11 November 2022
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MB R
Westfield, MA116 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
What a fun night! Chef Stefano was charming and very patient with his cooking instructions. The dishes we cooked were simple but flavorful and a wonderful addition to our culinary menu at home. Highly recommend this activity when in Florence.
Written 13 November 2021
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Dear MB R,
many thanks for your kind review!
We are so happy to hear that you have loved your cooking class with our professional Chef in Florence.
We are sure that you will surprise your friends with a typical Tuscan meal prepared with your own hands ;)
Our best regards
Written 15 November 2021
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lilyklein
Cornwall, NY18 contributions
Very delicious food and extremely nice chef. I’ve never been to a cooking class so I’m not sure how they usually work but after you prepare the ingredients they add them all into one pot and then serve it to the table. All 4 dishes were delicious and I would definitely recommend. Also comes with wine!!!
Written 5 August 2022
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Mike
Atlanta, GA9 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
We had a blast. Gretta was our chef, she did a great job helping us lean a lot of tricks of the trade for making our meal like a pro. The food was amazing, the entire group got along well and enjoyed the experience. Well worth doing while in Florence.
Written 9 May 2023
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Good afternoon from Caf Tour & Travel,
Dear Customer,
Thank you for sharing your detailed experience with us!
It’s a pleasure to hear you enjoyed your Cooking Course with Greta.
We hope to see you soon for a new wonderful experience!
Kind regards
Written 23 May 2023
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Jen S
Virginia Beach, VA19 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
My daughter and I did this class together. I cannot say enough good things about this cooking class experience and the value received for the money. The setting for eating dinner is lovely and the class area is an authentic culinary school setting. Portions are substantial and delicious. Our teacher, Chef Kathlena was so sweet and an excellent teacher. Meeting new people during the experience made it fun! By far my favorite experience of the trip. We made an appetizer, pasta and tomato sauce, chicken, and dessert. Plus two glasses of chianti. Recipe booklets at the end make it possible to repeat at home. Learned a few new tricks for cutting onions, garlic, and basil I never knew of. 4 hours flew by! They will make exceptions and double check day of for dietary restrictions or allergies. Bery clean environment and lots of hand washing between prep sessions by participants, so felt at ease in that way. We just loved it! Thank you!
Written 5 May 2024
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Dear Customer,
Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you and your daughter enjoyed our Tuscan Cooking Class and Dinner in Florence. It was a pleasure to have you both join us.
We're thrilled to know that you found the experience to be perfect and that you appreciated the value you received for your investment. Creating a lovely setting for our guests to enjoy their meals is always a priority, and we're glad you found it enjoyable.
Chef Caterina will be thrilled to hear that you found her sweet and an excellent teacher.
Ensuring a clean and safe environment for our guests is of utmost importance to us, so we're pleased to hear that you felt at ease with our hygiene practices.
We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future!
Warm regards,
Written 6 May 2024
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Nick
New Bern, NC28 contributions
Oct 2019
Whether novice or experienced this was an enjoyable class. This is one you could take more than once to pick up better skills. Great people running this as well - very patient but kept the class moving along.
Written 6 December 2019
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Hi
Do u know if there is a veg substitute for the chicken dish?
Written 26 July 2024
Hi, I see that the questions have not been being answered but I will try anyway. Is there a set menu? Do you always include 1 pasta and is it always made from scratch?
Written 24 March 2019
A menu was pre-printed, so perhaps it is set. We made fresh pasta from scratch, tiramisu, a potato souffle and a chicken dish.
Written 11 January 2020
Hello! I was wondering if there's a set menu for every day of the week and if so, what is the menu? Is pasta made from scratch part of every meal? Are all courses made from scratch?
Written 23 March 2019
Hello. We're planning on visiting Florence in October and are interested in taking a cooking class. My husband can't stand for long periods of time due to back problems. Are there chairs for him to sit in when his back fatigues or is taking this class not recommended for him?
Written 22 August 2018
Don't think this suitable. A lot of standing to prepare food
Written 18 October 2018
Hello,
I am interested in the 5:15pm class on 15 Oct. for 3 people. I saw one menu shows gnocchi in addition to Chicken stew, and dessert. Is there an option of pasta vs gnocchi? Thank you in advance.
Written 5 August 2018
Hello....I noticed in the reviews there are options for some dietary restrictions. Would you have gluten free options as one person in my party has a wheat allergy.
Written 26 May 2018
CanSurvive
Wellington, New Zealand
Hi - we are a group of women from NZ attending the Florence Breast Cancer Survivor Dragon Boat Festival in July. We would love to experience your cooking class. I appreciate the class is for 12. Is there any chance you can accommodate 13 on Monday 2 July & 5 on Tuesday 3 July? If not, please let me know the maximum places left for each of these dates and I will see if I can arrange for the group to be split accordingly. We look forward to enjoying your hospitality. Carolyn
Written 26 April 2018
angiegalatas
Houston, Texas
During the class, do you make the pasta from scratch or is it already made and you just boil it?
Written 25 April 2018
Can you provide address of the departure point? This site says Central Florence but no other detail. From Central Florence, what transportation is used for the tour? Bus, car? Is there any additional cost?
Written 23 April 2018
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