Cooking Class in Florence: union of tastes and traditions
Private cooking class with a tasting to learn all the secrets of Florentine cuisine
There is no better way to discover the real Florence than through its dishes, tantalising your taste buds with your own creations. A culinary adventure to discover ancient traditions. Stroll between the colourful stalls and kiosks of the historic San Lorenzo market, discovering the finest fresh seasonal produce and immersing yourself in the dialect of the artisans, butchers and fishmongers. Put on your aprons and try your hand at a cooking class in the heart of San Frediano, Florence's coolest neighbourhood, with chef Vieri Simoni. Hear anecdotes and secrets, get your hands floury, and put your skills to the test in the kitchen, creating a riot of aromas, colours and flavours that could only be Made in Italy.
experience details
- Duration: 4 hours
- Languages: Italian, English, Spanish
- Dates: every day, all year round
- Type: private tour
- Participants: minimum 1, maximum 7
- Difficulty: easy
- Cancellation: as stated in the general terms and conditions section
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Professional private chef - Private cooking class - Visit to the San Lorenzo Food Market - Access to a modern, fully equipped kitchen - Apron and all necessary kitchen utensils - Ingredients - Lunch with a wine pairing (2 glasses of wine). Example menu: Starter: Cauliflower pie with pecorino fondue, Pasta course: Handmade potato gnocchi with ragù, Main course: Beef roulade stuffed with cabbage and cheese, Side dish: Caramelised onions, Dessert: Mascarpone cream cheese, Wine pairing: Vernaccia Toscana DOCG Bolgheri DOC
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off - Anything not specified in the "Included" section
Your experience in Florence
Florence
Starting point: Florence, Piazza San Lorenzo, in front of the Medici Chapels
Start time: 10:00 am; arrive 15 minutes before departure
End point: Florence, San Frediano