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Florence
Florence Cooking Class: Italian Menu & Wine
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Overview
Semi-Private Italian Menu Cooking Masterclass with Unlimited Wine in Florence offers a deep dive into the heart of Florentine cuisine. This isn't just a cooking class; it's an immersive experience, perfect for food lovers wanting an authentic taste of Italy.
The experience begins with a visit to the vibrant Sant'Ambrogio Market (morning tours only, except Sundays and bank holidays). Here, under the guidance of a local chef, participants select fresh, local ingredients. They then head to a welcoming kitchen to learn how to prepare a traditional Italian menu, including dishes like Agnolotti, Ricotta and Spinach Cannelloni, Eggplant Parmigiana, and Panna Cotta. Participants enjoy the fruits of their labor with free-flowing Tuscan wine.
This small-group tour ensures a personalized experience. Participants will discover the secrets of Italian cooking, create lasting memories, and savor the true flavors of Florence. With expert instruction, a digital recipe booklet, and a graduation diploma, it’s a delightful and educational adventure. 
Highlights
Cook Authentic Italian Food: Learn to make classic dishes like pasta and dessert from scratch.
Visit a Local Food Market: Explore Sant'Ambrogio Market and pick fresh ingredients (morning tours only).
Enjoy Unlimited Tuscan Wine: Sip on delicious wine while you cook and eat your creations.
Small Group Setting: Get personalized attention in an intimate cooking class.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally rave about the hands-on cooking experience, the quality of ingredients, and the fun, social atmosphere, though the market visit is limited to morning tours and the language barrier can be challenging at times.
Customers loved learning to cook classic Italian dishes from scratch.
Many reviewers enjoyed the market visit and selecting fresh ingredients.
The small group size made the class feel personal and engaging.
Guests appreciated the unlimited wine during the cooking and dining experience.
Some people who wanted to visit the market for afternoon shifts could not.
A few visitors felt that the class was difficult to understand at times.
The Journey
Sant'Ambrogio Market
Florence’s most beloved food market, offering a variety of fresh produce, cheeses, cured meats, and local specialties. It provides an authentic glimpse into Florentine culinary culture.
Italian Kitchen
A welcoming kitchen where you'll learn to prepare an authentic Italian menu from scratch, guided by an expert chef. It's a space for hands-on cooking and culinary exploration.
Know Before You Go
This cooking class includes an expert local chef, lunch or dinner (depending on the time selected), water, and unlimited wine. Participants will receive a digital recipe booklet and a graduation diploma. The morning tour includes a visit to Sant’Ambrogio Market (except Sundays and bank holidays). This visit is not included for afternoon tours or Sunday/bank holiday tours. All ingredients are provided. The experience is conducted only in English. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off; participants meet at a central Florence location.
Hot Tip
Reviewers suggest coming hungry and ready to participate! Wear comfortable shoes for the market visit (morning tours only) and be prepared to roll up your sleeves and get cooking. Don't be afraid to ask questions – the chefs are happy to share their knowledge and tips!
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