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For a personal experience in Tuscany, visiting local family businesses, tasting their products, tasting their wines and olive oil And at the end of the day , feel like be part of their family !!!
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I’m a Tuscan born based in Val d’Orcia. I love simple, authentic, tasty food. I’ve been cooking for more than 20 years and I’ve managed one of the more populat restaurant of the area till 2022. Now I’ve decided to provide professional and confidential service in total Home comfort. You will have the opportunity to observe every step of the cooking preparations, to ask questions about the ingredients and the territory. I will take care of everything. I will shop from trusted local producers and I’ll also be delighted to suggest the best wine pairings, which can be purchased from wineries around Montepulciano and Montalcino. I will be happy to share my experience with you and give you advice and information about this area of Tuscany and about the activities and places to visit during your holiday.
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You will be welcomed by the chef and the owner in a familiar and friendly atmosphere. In addition to the cooking school we will listen to Italian music accompanied by good wine! During a short interval, the owner will prepare a small tasting of their 100% completely natural extra virgin olive oil All the products that will be used are completely natural and all produced by the owner You can buy oil and wine directly from the producer! Once the cooking school is over we will sit at the table to taste the freshly prepared pasta and dessert.
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You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
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Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Arezzo cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
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We are the owners of Agriturismo Bellini. We make fresh pasta like our mom and grandmother taught us and we will share with you all the secrets of working with flour and water. Our family owns an organic farm where we produce wine and olive oil on our estate.
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This isn’t your average wine tour—it’s a relaxed, hyper-local adventure around one of Umbria’s hidden gems: Lake Trasimeno. What sets us apart is the mix of boutique wineries, charming lakeside villages, and those off-the-beaten-path moments that feel so authentically Italian. And the best part? You’ll be hosted by Monia—your local culture ambassador, storyteller, and all-around Umbria insider. She’ll connect you with the land, the people, and the wine in a way that’s personal, meaningful, and seriously fun. No big buses, no boring scripts—just real connections, great wine, and unforgettable views.
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Discover the Tuscan craft beer and its characteristics. How is it produced and how does it acquire its flavor? During the guided tour you will discover a series of very interesting things about the craft beer in Italy, the raw materials and the production.. Of course, a tasting of three of our craft beers will be awaiting for you!
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Learn to make pasta from the chefs of our farm table Gourmet restaurant. Learn the secrets of traditional cuisine passed down from our parents and grandparents using ingredients from our farm and nearby farms. Total fun learning to make dishes that you can recreate at home. Have an amazing activity in one of the most historical & picturesque properties. Pienza: before & after the class spend time on our beautiful property. Amazing views of Val D´Orcia while learning the secrets of the Italian cuisine. Our farm-to-table restaurant ensures that all our dishes are made with locally sourced and seasonally fresh ingredients. Our Chef will guide you in creating typical Tuscan recipes, including handmade pasta, cantucci biscuits and more. The lesson includes lunch of the preparations made at the table with drinks sold separately, and a nice souvenir to remember this unique experience! *Not including wine, but, wine is available for sale during the class and for lunch.
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Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers who want to enjoy the peace of the Tuscan countryside, where fresh air replace the city's summer heat. Here what makes it special: Real Truffle Hunt: a 50-minute walk through the woods, learning the secrets on how to find fresh truffles in their natural environment. Hands-On Cooking Class: Make fresh pasta & classic Italian tiramisu from scratch, using top-quality ingredients. Traditional recipes are revisited with the unique flavor of truffle. Gourmet 4-Course Lunch: Enjoy a truffle-based meal featuring what you’ve prepared, with one bottle of local wine for every two guests, served in a charming rural setting. Stunning Location: Set at Tenuta Armaiolo, a historic estate surrounded by wild nature, olive groves, and rolling hills. The atmosphere is timeless and peaceful. Social & Unforgettable: A chance to relax, connect, and experience something truly unique—perfect for meeting people, learning, and enjoying authentic Tuscany.
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Experience a truly authentic Tuscan pasta class in Cortona, held in our chef-designed cooking venue in the historic town center. What sets us apart is the perfect blend of tradition, quality, and hospitality: you’ll start with a Tuscan tagliere and aperitivo, featuring local products and regional flavors. Guided by expert local chefs, you’ll prepare 2–3 varieties of handmade pasta and learn how to make traditional Tuscan sauces, discovering the secrets of pairing shapes and sauces like a real Italian cook. Ingredients are fresh, seasonal, and as local as possible for an authentic km-zero Tuscan experience. We also offer round-trip transportation on request, making your experience smooth and stress-free. Warm, immersive, and rich in genuine culinary techniques, this pasta class delivers the true taste of Tuscany and skills you’ll confidently recreate at home.
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Learn to make dishes like ravioli, fresh pasta, gnocchi, and pizza that you can easily recreate at home. Simonetta shares simple yet essential cooking tips, such as last-minute ingredient substitutions, emphasizing a passion for food and the importance of fresh herbs. Classes are for one to eight participants, all working together on each step of the recipes. You'll get to taste as you go and, most importantly, have fun. After the class, enjoy the meal you’ve prepared with a cheerful "tutti a tavola"!
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The magic Tuscan Cuisine, the perfums and the colors of our traditional regional recipes, the authentic emotions passed down from mothers and grandmas: all these and much more make our Cooking Class truly unforgettable. In an increbible location with breathtaking panoramic views on our Valley and Lake Trasimeno you will learn all the tips of our Tuscan cuisine from our talented italian champion Chef, a Tuscan aperitif with view will be the best way of recharging your batteries before going back to the kitchen for your home made pasta session. You wil learn a complete meal to surprise your friends and family members once back home. A not to miss experiece that should be in you bucket list!
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The cooking classes take place in the kitchen and terrace overlooking the landscape, the hills and mountains of Umbria and Tuscany. For the classes we will use only fresh, seasonal, and local products. The lessons include the preparation of 2 kinds of pasta ( tagliatelle and ravioli), 2 sauces ( tomatoes and sage sauces or pesto) and a dessert. So you will learn to make pasta (with love!), how to use the rolling pin, the pastry board, the pasta machine and other tools for dough, ravioli and different kinds of pasta. At the end, for lunch, you eat what you made. Water, white or red wine for all!
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If we talk about Tuscany, we cannot ignore the culture linked to tradition and history: the proposed activity is one of a kind, and interesting, since it allows access to a symbolic place of the valley that would otherwise not be possible to visit. Podere degli Olmi is the only original Leopoldina house that can be visited, and since it is private, access is only possible through this experience. The guide will be the descendant of one of the oldest noble families, who will tell you every detail of the Valdichiana and its traditions. You will take a leap back a few centuries, and it will be interesting to be in the presence of objects and walls full of history and years. The visit will end with a tasting of typical products linked to the territory, the history and cultivation of which will be illustrated to you, so that you can spend an evening learning about the secrets and nature of the territory that hosts you: the Valdichiana.
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This Cortona cooking experience is perfect for food lovers, curious travelers, and anyone looking to connect with authentic Italian food and culture. Join a local in her charming Tuscan farmhouse for a 1.5-hour hands-on cooking class featuring traditional Italian recipes. Begin your experience with a welcome aperitif and a scenic stroll around her beautiful countryside home. Learn to make classic dishes like handmade pasta or pizza, and beloved desserts such as tiramisu or cantucci. Learn family recipes and expert tips passed down through generations of Italian cooks. An immersive culinary journey through Tuscany, filled with local ingredients, heartfelt tradition, and authentic flavors.
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Discover the true taste of Cortona with an immersive, hands-on cooking experience focused on Pizza and Focaccia Toscana. Learn to prepare the dough from scratch, create a variety of delicious toppings, and bake the perfect Tuscan flatbread under the guidance of a skilled local cook. As you shape and layer the ingredients, you'll appreciate the tradition and flavors that make this dishes so beloved in Tuscany. While the pizza bakes, enjoy a small aperitivo, explore Cortonai’s culinary traditions, and experience the warmth of Italian hospitality. Finally, savor your homemade pizza and focaccia, paired with a glass of regional wine, for a truly immersive and flavorful experience. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this experience offers an authentic, local perspective that no restaurant can match. Join us in Cortona to cook, taste, and enjoy Tuscany like a true local!
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You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your local host. As the icing on the cake, you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. This experience is held by Cesarine, the oldest Italy’s network of home cooks available in more than 500 cities all over the country. Cesarine stands for "home cook", they are passionate and welcoming local hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. The Cesarine serve only local specialties from their family cookbooks to tell the great story of their traditional regional cuisine.
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Enjoy a welcome aperitif in a Tuscan farmhouse garden, then get hands-on making iconic local pasta dishes, from stuffed tortelli to tagliatelle and pici, discovering authentic Tuscan flavors in the countryside
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Discover the art of traditional Tuscan cuisine in the heart of Cortona, where culinary secrets are shared with passion. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, you will learn authentic recipes handed down from generation to generation, using only the freshest local ingredients. Get to work creating delicious dishes that reflect Tuscany's rich culinary heritage, all in a fun and friendly atmosphere. You will bring home not only recipes, but memories of an unforgettable dining experience in this picturesque Italian city.
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You will be welcomed into our country house, immersed in the beauty of the rolling Sienese hills. I am a professional Chef and Sommelier, and I love welcoming people from all over the world into my home to share my family's recipes and traditions with you. Here I will be happy to welcome you in our professional kitchen with access to the garden, where we will prepare specialties and different types of fresh pasta with their accompanying sauces. All the ingredients used come from our organic garden, and where not available, from small farms nearby. You will be guided step by step to make the various fresh pasta doughs, their fillings and together we will prepare the accompanying sauces. At the end of the lesson we will taste the prepared dishes together, paired with a glass of excellent wine! Vegetarian/vegan/gluten free options are available. We ask you to indicate any dietary preferences during your booking. Looking forward to meet you!
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We offer a real cooking experience, family style. Food is important as well as the ambiance where you enjoy it. Enjoy the company and the beauty of our Agriturismo Borgo Santa Lucia. Take back with you our apron as a memory of your experience.
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Dive into the regional traditions of everyday Italy and discover the secrets of Pienza's cuisine. Learning how to cook in a local home is a wonderful way to gain insight into Italy's real culture. What could be a better souvenir than cooking knowledge to last a lifetime? Learn how to prepare 3 local recipes from scratch with your Cesarina, and discover the secrets of regional Italian cuisine. The pleasure of conviviality goes far beyond good food and wine. Our guests take part in an experience which is so much more than just a cooking class. Learning and dining with a Cesarina gives you the chance to be welcomed in like one of the family and live like the Italians do. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
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Italy has a vast and varied culinary heritage, and our local hosts are proud to share its hidden secrets. Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other lovely guests, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class. You'll visit the local market with your Cesarina host, who will teach you all about how to select the best ingredients with the seasons. Then, you'll return to their home, warm up with an Italian Aperitivo and enjoy the class. You'll learn how to make one iconic Pasta type, typical of the city you are visiting, and the famous Tiramisu. After the class, you will enjoy everything you've prepared with local wines. This experience is the perfect choice if you want to encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy through genuine connections, food, and friendship.
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