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Florentine Family Pasta Class: Cook & Eat!
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Overview
Private and authentic cooking class experience with family in Florence offers a unique chance to learn the secrets of Italian cuisine from a local family. This isn't just a cooking class; it's an invitation into a Florentine home where participants will discover how to make handmade pasta using fresh, seasonal ingredients, some sourced directly from the family's garden. If garden ingredients aren't available, the family uses locally sourced ingredients. Participants work together to create traditional recipes, and when weather allows, enjoy the fruits of their labor in a beautiful garden setting.
The experience includes preparing a starter like Fettunta or Bruschetta, followed by making fresh pasta such as Tagliatelle, Ravioli, or Lasagna, and finishing with a dessert such as cantuccini, mousse, ice cream, or fresh seasonal fruit. Drinks are included to complement the meal. Participants can also learn to make Spritz! This food tour allows for customization to suit vegetarian options, ensuring everyone can enjoy the experience. All necessary kitchen equipment is provided, making it easy for anyone to join in and learn.
This cooking class is more than just a culinary lesson; it's a cultural exchange. The family’s expertise and warm hospitality create a welcoming environment for guests to immerse themselves in Italian traditions. Thanks to a partnership with the Correnti ODV Association, for each cooking class, €1 is donated to support the community of orphaned children of Malelea in Lesotho. Garden Cooking Class puts its heart into it. 
Highlights
Make Pasta by Hand: Learn to create authentic Italian pasta from scratch using traditional methods.
Fresh, Local Ingredients: Use ingredients from the family garden or locally sourced at 0 km for a true taste of Italy.
Enjoy a Garden Lunch: Dine in a beautiful garden setting (weather permitting) and savor the dishes you've prepared.
Support a Good Cause: €1 from each class is donated to support orphaned children in Lesotho.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally loved learning to cook Italian food with a local family in a beautiful setting. The personal touch and delicious meal were highlights, though some mentioned issues with group size and directions.
Customers really liked learning how to cook from a real Italian family.
Many people enjoyed eating the food they made together.
The garden setting made the class feel special and fun.
Guests felt welcomed and had a personal experience.
Some people were not happy when the class size increased.
A few customers wished for clearer directions to find the meeting spot.
The Journey
Oltrarno
A neighborhood in Florence known for its artisan workshops, traditional trattorias, and the Boboli Gardens. It's a vibrant area that offers a glimpse into the authentic Florentine lifestyle.
Florentine Family Home
A private home where you'll participate in a hands-on cooking class with a local family. You'll learn traditional pasta-making techniques and enjoy a meal in a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Family Garden
A beautiful garden where the cooking class and tasting experience may take place, weather permitting. The garden provides fresh ingredients for the meal and a picturesque setting.
Know Before You Go
This cooking class includes all the kitchen equipment you need to make delicious pasta. You'll also enjoy a lunch featuring the dishes you create. It does not include a visit to the local market unless pre-booked and paid for separately (15€ /person). The meeting point is [object Object] and the class lasts approximately [object Object]. Vegetarian options are available upon request. Be sure to inform the family when booking.
Hot Tip
Some past guests suggest confirming the exact meeting location in advance, as it can be a little tricky to find. Also, let the family know about any dietary needs or preferences when you book to make sure they can accommodate you!
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