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Join Marcella and Laura in Florence for hands-on Tuscan cooking classes inside a 13th-century castle. Learn authentic recipes paired with local wines for a delicious cultural experience.
Join Marcella and Laura in Florence for hands-on Tuscan cooking classes inside a 13th-century castle. Learn authentic recipes paired with local wines for a delicious cultural experience.
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Operated by Under The Tuscan Sun Tours · Florence, Italy
Florence, the heart of Tuscany, offers more than Renaissance art and historic streets—it’s a place where food tells stories of centuries-old tradition. At the Cooking School in Florence, join Marcella and Laura for an immersive hands-on cooking class held inside a striking 13th-century castle on the city’s outskirts. This unique setting provides a rich backdrop where classic Tuscan cuisine comes alive through seasonal ingredients and centuries-old recipes.
The course invites visitors to roll up their sleeves and craft regional favorites such as handmade pici pasta, ribollita (hearty Tuscan soup), and traditional tiramisu. Each dish is paired with carefully selected local Chianti wines, enhancing your understanding of Tuscany’s culinary heritage. Beyond mere cooking, Marcella and Laura share stories woven into every recipe—from rural harvest celebrations to the simple joy of family dinners, bringing the culture vividly to life.
Florence itself is a treasure trove of artistic and gastronomic history, making this class a standout experience that connects food lovers with local traditions in an authentic setting. Unlike typical tourist kitchens, the class setting inside a centuries-old castle gives a sense of place and history that few cooking schools offer.
For travelers basing themselves in Florence, this cooking school is an enriching way to dive deeper into Tuscan culture. It also offers an intimate atmosphere with small class sizes to ensure personal attention and meaningful interaction.
Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned home cook, this experience is as much about savoring genuine tastes as it is about gaining new culinary skills and memories to bring home. A true gateway to Tuscany’s flavors and traditions, the Cooking School with Marcella and Laura leaves guests inspired, equipped, and eager to recreate Tuscan magic in their own kitchens.
easy.
3–4 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels as it mainly involves standing and light kitchen activity
No prior experience is needed; the class is designed for beginners and intermediate cooks alike.
Yes, vegetarian options are available and can be tailored if requested beforehand.
The fee covers all ingredients, wine pairings, and printed recipes to take home.
It is held inside a 13th-century castle on the outskirts of Florence; exact address is provided upon booking.
Typically, dishes are shared during class, but ask if you’d like to pack some to go.
The class is best suited for adults and older teens due to kitchen safety considerations.
The 13th-century castle was once a noble residence, now lovingly restored into a cooking studio that preserves its medieval charm.
The school emphasizes sourcing fresh, seasonal, organic ingredients directly from local farms, supporting sustainable agriculture in Tuscany.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours is a Florence-based tour operator specializing in private and small-group experiences across Tuscany and nearby regions. Founded to connect visitors with the cultural, culinary and scenic highlights of central Italy, the company offers a wide range of day trips, shore excursions and immersive activities. Operating from Florence, Tuscany, the catalogue includes private VIP shore excursions from Livorno, La Spezia and Piombino to destinations such as Pisa, Lucca, Florence, Cinque Terre, San Gimignano and the Chianti wine region. Options span guided walking tours with reserved entries (Uffizi, Accademia), winery visits with tastings and meals, truffle hunting with trained dogs, cooking classes, Vespa tours and curated visits to Bolgheri for Supertuscan wine tastings. Services include private vehicles and professional drivers for full-day transfers, small shared tours for groups up to eight people, and tailored itineraries for families or wine enthusiasts. Specific shore excursions list included stops, tasting experiences and local activities, while other experiences emphasize cultural sites such as Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo, and Carrara marble quarries. Under The Tuscan Sun Tours works with licensed local guides and established wineries, restaurants and activity providers to deliver organized itineraries and reserved accesses. The business emphasizes clear pickup arrangements from ports (Livorno, Piombino, La Spezia) and from central Florence, offering a practical way to turn limited time into a full Tuscan experience.
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