Cooking Lesson: From The Market To The Table in Florence
At a glance
Cooking Lesson: From The Market To The Table in Florence is a 5h small-group experience in Florence, Italy, operated by myTour in Italy. Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 106 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $130.56 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Prepare classic lasagna from scratch, including fresh pasta, slow-cooked Bolognese, Explore Florence’s Central Market on a guided tour with our chefs, All ingredients and cooking utensils provided.
Highlights
- Rated 4.5/5 by 106 travellers
- Small group of up to 20 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 5h
- Group
- Small group, up to 20 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Experience Florence like a local by exploring the vibrant Central Market and learning to cook traditional dishes like lasagna and tiramisu with an expert chef. Gain hands-on Italian cooking skills, savor your creations paired with Tuscan wines, and discover the flavors and traditions that make Tuscan cuisine unique. This immersive day goes beyond a typical cooking class, offering a true taste of Florentine culture.
What's included
What's included
- Prepare classic lasagna from scratch, including fresh pasta, slow-cooked Bolognese
- Explore Florence’s Central Market on a guided tour with our chefs
- All ingredients and cooking utensils provided
- Vegetarian options available upon request
- Receive a digital recipe booklet to recreate the dishes at home
- Learn to make authentic tiramisu
- Sample seasonal and traditional local products during the market visit
- Hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef
Not included
- Extras
Itinerary
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Experience authentic Florentine cooking with a day that begins at Florence’s bustling Central Market and ends with a hands-on class preparing traditional dishes like lasagna and tiramisu. Immerse yourself in local culinary traditions, master essential Italian cooking techniques, and enjoy your creations paired with Tuscan wines.
Begin by exploring the market with an expert chef, sampling local specialties, and selecting the freshest seasonal ingredients. Then, at the Towns of Italy Cooking School, roll up your sleeves to make fresh pasta, rich Bolognese ragù, creamy béchamel, and a classic tiramisu. Finally, sit down with your group to savor the meal you’ve prepared, accompanied by Tuscan wines and a dessert wine, while learning the fundamentals of local wine culture.
This immersive experience goes beyond a typical cooking class, offering a window into Tuscan culture, traditions, and everyday life. You’ll gain expert tips, build confidence in the kitchen, and take home a digital recipe booklet to recreate these dishes at home.
Meeting point
Meet our staff in Via Panicale, 43/r, 50123 Firenze, close to Florence Central Market
Good to know
- 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance - We regret to inform you that this class is not suitable for Celiacs.
- Please let us know in advance any special needs or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accommodate them.
- Children / teens under 18 y.o. must always be accompanied by at least one adult. If this requirement is not met, we reserve the right to exclude the under age partecipant and no refund will be due
- Guests are required to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time as tours will start at the exact scheduled time. No delays are tolerated and will not entitle any refund, not even a partial one
- Vegetarians and/or those suffering from intolerance and/or allergies are more than welcome: vegetarian and other alternative recipes are available and included (advance notice is appreciated )
- This activity is not recommended for people with gluten intolerance
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Cooking Lesson: From The Market To The Table in Florence take?
The experience lasts about 5h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $130.56 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Prepare classic lasagna from scratch, including fresh pasta, slow-cooked Bolognese; Explore Florence’s Central Market on a guided tour with our chefs; All ingredients and cooking utensils provided; Vegetarian options available upon request; Receive a digital recipe booklet to recreate the dishes at home; Learn to make authentic tiramisu.
Where does it start?
Meet our staff in Via Panicale, 43/r, 50123 Firenze, close to Florence Central Market
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 106 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Florence.
