Ancient Flavors in Florence Historical Cooking Class with wine

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What You’ll Experience
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3 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 8 guests
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English
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Dive into Florence's past with Chef Vary's cooking class. Experience historical recipes and stories, from Renaissance feasts to medieval meals. Savor wine while uncovering culinary history.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Chef Vary's Historical Cooking Course is a thrilling journey through time, offering an unparalleled culinary adventure! This unique course dives deep into the heart of ancient recipes, bringing to life the flavors and cooking techniques of bygone eras. With Chef Vary's expert guidance, you'll explore dishes that have shaped culinary history, from the opulent banquets of Renaissance royalty to the simple, hearty meals of medieval peasants.

What sets this course apart is not just the cooking itself, but the rich cultural stories that accompany each dish. You'll learn not only how to cook these historical recipes but also the fascinating contexts in which they were developed. This immersive experience promises to satisfy both your palate and your curiosity, offering a taste of history like never before.

Please note, due to the authentic nature of the recipes explored in this course, it is not suitable for vegans, vegetarians, or those requiring a gluten-free diet.

Sample Menu

MAIN
Renaissance Stuffed Chicken
Chicken filled with a mixture of herbs, bread, and eggs -1300
MAIN
Roast Quail with Verjuice and honey
Delicate quail roasted and deglazed with sour grape juice and honey
MAIN
Saffron Risotto
Saffron-infused risotto, a Milanese specialty since the Renaissance.
MAIN
Renaissance Tortellini in Brodo
Stuffed pasta in a clear, savory broth, an Italian classic
MAIN
Catherine de' Medici's Duck à l'Orange
Classic Florentine dish inspired by Caterina
MAIN
Lemon Chicken by the Unknown of 1300
Ancient recipe for lemon-infused chicken, origins lost in time
DESSERT
Zuppa Inglese
Layered dessert of custard and sponge cake, soaked in Alchermes liqueur.
MAIN
Artusi's Pappa al Pomodoro
Rustic tomato and bread soup, flavored with basil and garlic.
MAIN
Crespelle alla Fiorentina
Thin Rustic crêpe filled with ricotta and spinach, baked in tomato sauce

What You Get

On Line recipes
All Fees and Taxes
Kitchen tools-Aprons-
All food and beverage not included in the class
Tip

Good To Know

  • Not allowed for traveler's ages 16 years old and below.
  • NO ALLOWED FOR VEGAN - VEGETARIAN-CHEESE or EGGS FREE
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

Embark on an unparalleled culinary journey in Florence with Chef Vary (Varinia Cappelletti), a culinary archaeologist, through our Historical Cooking Course. This isn't just a cooking class; it's an exploration into culinary history, where Chef Vary combines her kitchen prowess with archaeological insight. Her study on food evolution illuminates a course that's both enlightening and delicious. This exclusive course offers a dive into history, reconstructing 3 to 4 dishes from the Renaissance to the early 1900s, each reflecting the culinary traditions of its time. You'll cook dishes once enjoyed by the Medici family and follow recipes from Pellegrino Artusi, the father of Italian cuisine, with ingredients as authentic as possible. More than a cooking class, this is a journey to the past kitchens, learning the stories behind historic dishes and how food evolution mirrors societal changes. Ideal for history buffs, culinary enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a unique Florence experience, Chef Vary's course is a chance to cook, taste, and learn in extraordinary ways. Join us to explore the flavors of the past, guided by a chef passionate about both history and food.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Via Romana 41r, Via Romana, Firenze Città Metropolitana di Firenze Toscana, Italy, IT, 50125

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AT TUSCAN TASTE WINE BAR (looking where the Via Romana cross Via Santa Maria) The big Store with 2 big windows and 2 small table outside
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

from  $430.44 
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Please note that the time is in Central European Time.
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