Join an intimate cooking masterclass in Florence with a local chef! Visit the Sant'Ambrogio Market, prepare a four-course Italian meal, and enjoy!
Highlights
Get to know Italian culinary tradition in an exclusive semi private cooking class in the heart of Florence
Aprons on and prepare a three-course Italian menù with the help of our expert local chef
Learn to cook 3 different kind of pasta: Lasagne with Bolognese Sauce, Spaghetti with the world famous Roman Carbonara and have fun making Pesto sauce!
Experience the joy of preparing a Sicilian Cannolo and fill it with your favourite ingredients (ricotta, chocolate, pistachio)
Enjoy the rewards of your hard work alongside our selection of fine wines
Receive a digital recipe booklet and diploma
included with
Small Group Tour
Expert Local Chef
Cooking Masterclass based on four iconic Italian dishes (Carbonara, Lasagne, Pesto and Sicilian Cannoli)
Pesto Making Experience
Ingredients needed to prepare all the dishes
Use of apron and cooking utensils
Unlimited wine
Water
Visit of Sant'Ambrogio grocery market with a professional chef (only included in the morning departure apart from Sundays and Bank holidays)
Food and local products tasting
Lunch or Dinner depending on the departure selected
Graduation Diploma
Digital recipe booklet, so you can recreate them once you're home
Only in English to preserve the quality of the experience
MENU'
Fettuccine alla Carbonara, a timeless symbol of Roman cuisine prepared with eggs and bacon
Lasagne al Ragù, one of Italy’s most beloved classic dishes prepared with meat and béchamel sauce
Gnocchi with Homemade Pesto, inspired by the authentic Ligurian tradition and prepared with basil, garlic and pine nuts
Sicilian Cannoli, filled to your taste with ricotta, pistachio, chocolate, and more
Water
Visit of Sant'Ambrogio grocery market with a professional chef (only included in the morning departure apart from Sundays and Bank holidays)
Food and local products tasting
Lunch or Dinner depending on the departure selected
Graduation Diploma
Digital recipe booklet, so you can recreate them once you're home
Only in English to preserve the quality of the experience
MENU':
- Bruschetta
- Agnolotti stuffed with potatoes and crispy pancetta
- Cannelloni filled with ricotta and spinach with tomato and béchamel sauce
- Eggplant Parmigiana
- Panna cotta with topping options
Essential
Information
Afternoon options, all Sunday options and bank holidays options do not include a visit to Sant'Ambrogio Market and have a total duration of 4 hours
The menu may vary slightly depending on ingredient availability and seasonality
Please inform us in advance of any allergies or food intolerances, and we will do our best to accommodate you
Comfortable shoes are recommended
For safety reasons, this experience is not recommended for people with celiac disease or children under six years old
Detailed Description
Your experience begins with a guided visit to the historic Sant’Ambrogio Market (included only in the morning departure, excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays), one of Florence’s most authentic and beloved food markets. Wander through vibrant stalls filled with seasonal produce, artisanal cheeses, cured meats, and local specialties. With your chef by your side, you’ll learn how to select high-quality ingredients like a true Italian.
After the market visit, it’s time to start cooking! You’ll head to a welcoming kitchen where you’ll prepare some of the most iconic dishes of traditional Italian cuisine, all made completely from scratch under the guidance of an expert chef.
During the class, you will learn how to prepare:
Fettuccine alla Carbonara, a timeless symbol of Roman cuisine
Lasagne al Ragù, one of Italy’s most beloved classic dishes
Gnocchi with Homemade Pesto, inspired by the authentic Ligurian tradition
Sicilian Cannoli, filled to your taste with ricotta, pistachio, chocolate, and more
Step by step, your chef will share traditional techniques, culinary stories, and insider tips that have made these recipes famous around the world. Knead, shape, and cook like a real Italian chef.
Once the cooking is complete, sit down and enjoy the delicious meal you’ve created, paired with a glass of fine Tuscan wine. A warm, convivial dining experience full of flavor and tradition.
Whether you’re a passionate foodie or simply looking for an unforgettable taste of Florence, this cooking class offers an authentic journey through Italy’s most iconic flavors.
Aprons on — let’s cook, taste, and enjoy together!
