Discover the authentic flavors of Florence with a hands-on pizza and gelato class in Oltrarno. Perfect for food lovers seeking an immersive cultural experience, this class pairs culinary skills with local stories and tradition.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; comfortable movement in the kitchen needed.
Wildlife
History
Oltrarno has been a hub for artisans and craftsmen for centuries, shaping Florence’s artistic heritage.
Conservation
This class emphasizes local ingredients and promotes sustainable food practices within Florence.
Eating Europe Florence
Discover the authentic flavors of Florence with a hands-on pizza and gelato class in Oltrarno. Perfect for food lovers seeking an immersive cultural experience, this class pairs culinary skills with local stories and tradition.
Eating Europe Florence is a culinary tour operator based in Firenze, Toscana, offering guided food experiences across Florence’s most flavorful neighborhoods. Specializing in market tours, wine tastings, hands-on cooking classes and curated evening food walks, Eating Europe Florence connects travelers with local producers, family-run shops and historic food traditions.
The company presents a range of experiences including Oltrarno walking tours, San Lorenzo market food tastings, pizza and gelato making classes, authentic pasta workshops, sunset food and wine walks, and truffle-hunting adventures in Tuscany. Several experiences include private or small-group options and private wine tastings in historic cellars.
Eating Europe Florence emphasizes authentic local flavors that appear across its programs: Lampredotto sandwiches at the market, Super Tuscan wine tastings, Florentine steak and truffle dishes on dinner tours, artisanal gelato, and traditional Tuscan desserts. Local chefs and guides lead hands-on classes and curated tastings, and tours visit long-standing neighborhood shops and centuries-old wine windows.
Featured on The Adventure Collective, Eating Europe Florence builds trust through transparent itineraries, experienced local partners and a focus on regional ingredients. Travelers seeking an immersive culinary view of Florence — from Oltrarno’s artisan streets to the historic San Lorenzo market — will find guided, chef-led and privately available options tailored to food-focused itineraries.
Location
Firenze, Toscana
Heart of Florence's food scene
Tours Offered
12
Market, classes, dinners and hunts
Local Guides
Local guides & chefs
Meet generations of artisans
Featured
The Adventure Collective
Highlighted travel partner
Reserve a market tour, cooking class, or private wine tasting in Firenze — limited spaces for small groups and private departures.
Arrive early
Get there a little before the scheduled start to settle in and meet your instructor.
Dress comfortably
Wear casual, non-restrictive clothing suitable for kitchen activities.
Bring an appetite
Prepare to taste and celebrate your homemade pizza and gelato with Prosecco.
Book in advance
Class sizes are limited, so reserve early to secure your spot.
Comfortable clothing
Casual attire suitable for kitchen activities.
Apron
Provides protection and adds to the authentic experience.
Camera or smartphone
Capture your culinary creations and the lively atmosphere.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the cooking session.