VIP Cooking Class with Carbonara, Pesto Making, Lasagna & Cannoli

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Location

Florence

Duration

5 hours

Group size

Max 8 guests

Language

English

Location

Florence

Duration

5 hours

Group size

Max 8 guests

Language

English

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•68 reviews

US$109.22 per guest

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Description

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This experience captures the true essence of Florence’s culinary soul: a journey that blends tradition, hands-on creativity, and the vibrant flavors of Italy. From the lively buzz of Sant'Ambrogio Market, where fresh local ingredients tell a story of heritage, to the warmth of an Italian kitchen, where time-honored techniques come to life, every moment is infused with authenticity. It’s not just about cooking: it’s about feeling like a local, learning the secrets of Italian cuisine from an expert chef, and embracing the joy of food as a cultural experience. The rich aromas of fresh herbs, simmering sauces, and handmade pasta fill the air, creating a sensory journey that awakens your inner Italian chef. Then comes the best part: gathering around the table, savoring the results of your hard work with a glass of Tuscan wine, and sharing laughter with fellow food lovers. It’s an immersive, delicious, and unforgettable way to taste Florence!

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Vegetarian options available
For safety reasons, this experience is not recommended for people with celiac disease or children under six years old
Please inform us in advance of any allergies or food intolerances, and we will do our best to accommodate you
The menu may vary slightly depending on ingredient availability and seasonality

Expert Local Chef

Lunch or Dinner depending ont he departure selected

Water

Unlimited wine

Only in English to preserve the quality of the experience

Digital recipe booklet , so you can recreate them once you're home

Pesto Making Experience

Small Group Tour

Ingredients needed to prepare all the dishes

Meals

Cooking Masterclass based on four iconic of Italian Tradition (Carbonara, Lasagne, Pesto and Sicilian Cannoli)

Graduation Diploma

Visit of Sant’Ambrogio market - only included in the am tour (no sundays or bank holidays)

Visit to Sant'Ambrogio Market if you select the pm shifts or the Sunday and Bank Holidays shifts

Your adventure begins with a guided visit to Florence’s historic Sant'Ambrogio Market (morning only except from sundays and bank holidays), the city’s most beloved food market. With your chef’s expert guidance, you’ll handpick the finest ingredients for your cooking class, learning to select top-quality Italian products. With your market finds in hand, head to a welcoming kitchen and roll up your sleeves to prepare an authentic Italian menu from scratch. Step by step, your expert chef will guide you through the techniques behind four exquisite dishes: Lasagne with Bolognese Sauce and béchamel, Carbonara Spaghetti with eggs and bacon, Gnocchi with Home made Pesto (you'll crush it with your own hands!) and, finally the iconic Sicilian Cannoli wich you can fill with your favourite toppings (ricotta, pistachio, choccolate etc). As you cook, enjoy fascinating culinary stories, insider tips, and traditional techniques. Then, sit down with fellow food lovers to savor your homemade meal, paired with fine Tuscan wine. Whether you're a foodie or simply looking for an authentic taste of Florence, this immersive cooking experience promises a unique and delicious adventure!

MAIN

Fettuccine alla Carbonara

One of the most iconic dishes of Roman cuisine, made with fettucine and a creamy eggs'sauce topped with bacon

MAIN

Lasagne al Ragù (Bolognese Sauce)

One of Italy’s most beloved classic dishes prepared with meal (beed and pork) and béchamel

MAIN

Gnocchi with Homemade Pesto

Inspired by the authentic Ligurian tradition, have fun making pesto with a traditional "mortaio" (mortar). Ingredients neede: Basil, pine nuts, garlic

DESSERT

Sicilian Cannoli

The iconic Italian dessert from Sicily, served with your choice of topping: ricotta, chocolate, pistachio and chopped hazelnuts

Meeting Point

Cucineria La Mattonaia, Via della Mattonaia, Firenze Città Metropolitana di Firenze Toscana, Italy, IT, 50121

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Meet your chef at Ciao Foodies Hub at La Cucineria, Via della Mattonaia, 19/r, Florence, Italy

End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 1 day before for a full refund.

No refund within 1 day of the experience or no-shows.

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T3723QRlisarOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor

Small group cooking class

We booked this tour because it offered a wide variety of cooking experiences, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip! It was so much more than just a cooking class. We spent the day tasting our way around a local market, sampling wines and discovering local delicacies, while also learning how to prepare delicious meals that we can recreate at home. One of the most special parts was reminiscing about cooking with our grandparents and the recipes passed down through generations...read more

janicehW1001MSOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor

Highly recommend.

Awesome. Great company, instruction, and preparation.

K7536XYdaniellecOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor

Incredible experience!

This experience is the best! We had Leonardo as our guide/chef and he was incredible. You get taken around the local markets, see the fresh produce and understand more as to what they are & how to use them. He was so knowledgeable and willing to answer all our questions. Then the actual cooking is incredibly fun - Leonardo took us through each step with a great attitude, kept things fun and was all very hands-on for us! Was an awesome experience and looking forward to using our new recipes once ...read more

laurasZ8474MZOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor

Amazing cooking class

It was amazing! Leonardo explained everything very well.

230kamrynbOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor

Highly recommend!!

Fabio was great!! Highly recommend booking to experience traditional pasta and tiramisu making in Florence

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