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Cooking class in Florence Fresh hand-made pasta and gelato
You can’t say you’ve fully experienced Italy without tasting two of its most iconic delights: fresh handmade pasta and gelato. But what if you could learn to prepare one from scratch and savor the other at its best? In this Florence cooking class, you’ll dive into the art of making fresh pasta by hand, guided by expert chefs, and end your experience on a sweet note with a delicious gelato tasting—bringing together tradition, craftsmanship, and authentic Italian flavor.
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A hands-on journey through pasta traditions and the sweet side of Florence
Is there a sustainable way to have an unconventional meal with your family? Sure! Our cooking class introduces you to the authentic Italian gastronomic culture by teaching you how to create a first course pasta-based dish, and showing you the best recipe of the superb Italian gelato.
MASTER THE ART OF PASTA MAKING
Ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into one of Italy’s most beloved culinary traditions? In this hands-on experience, you’ll learn how to prepare three different pasta shapes from scratch, using simple ingredients and time-honored techniques. Guided by our passionate local chef, you’ll mix flour and eggs, knead the dough to the perfect consistency, and roll it out by hand with a traditional mattarello, just like Italian nonnas have done for generations.
As the dough transforms under your hands, you’ll shape it into a variety of classic pasta forms, discovering the small tricks that make each one unique. Once ready, your fresh pasta will be paired with seasonal sauces, carefully chosen to enhance its flavor and texture.
UNVEIL THE SECRETS OF AUTHENTIC ITALIAN GELATO
No Italian culinary experience is complete without something sweet. After your pasta-making session, enjoy a tasting of authentic Italian gelato or refreshing sorbet, a true symbol of Italy’s dessert tradition.
You’ll savor carefully crafted flavors made with high-quality ingredients, discovering the difference between classic gelato and fruit-based sorbet while learning a little about the culture behind one of Italy’s most loved treats. A delicious finale to your hands-on culinary journey.
ENJOY AND CELEBRATE YOUR CULINARY ACHIEVEMENTS
Revel in the fruits of your labor as you savor the delicious dishes you’ve prepared, paired with unlimited Tuscan wine. Armed with the recipes from your cooking session, you can recreate these Italian classics at home thanks a digital recipe booklet that you will download at the end of the class. To cap off your experience, you’ll receive a Graduation Certificate, proving your newly acquired Italian cooking skills to friends and family.
A convivial Florentine class
Share wine, food, and easy conversation in a welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Florence.
Hands on fresh pasta
Learn how flour and eggs become authentic Italian pasta through simple traditional techniques.
Three shapes, one craft
Discover the character of handmade pasta by preparing different shapes in a relaxed setting.
Itinerary
The meeting point is in our Cooking School in the heart of Florence, via Panicale 43r, close to the Central Market.
A Warm Welcome to Italian Cooking: Begin your experience in Florence with a qualified chef, ready to introduce you to the pleasures of traditional Italian cuisine.
Hands-On Pasta Making: Learn how to prepare classic pasta-based dishes through a relaxed, hands-on class inspired by authentic Italian cooking.
A Sweet Italian Finale: After the cooking session, enjoy a tasting of authentic Italian gelato or refreshing sorbet.
A Shared Meal in Good Company: Sit down to enjoy the dishes prepared during the experience, with unlimited wine for adults and soft drinks for children.
Recipes and Memories to Take Home: Receive a digital recipe book and a certificate of participation to remember your time as an apprentice chef.
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Amazing experience & loooove the food ...
10/10 would do again
Tommas and Federico P were fantastic instructors and made for a fun exiting and productive class! ...
10/10 time!
Such an awesome time. Tòmmas and Federico P were so amazing! We had the best time. Definitely recommend. ...
Chef Roberta made this class fun time went by fast!
This was a really fun class to take. We began with a market tour and our chef for the-day was Roberta. She was really great at keeping us on schedule ...
A lovely evening
Lovely experience. John the chef was wonderful. Kept things light and easy and fun. We made delicious pasta and laughed a lot. ...
She has changed my view on pasta.
It has been wonderful experience with our chef Alice. ...
Everything good
Chef is excellent professional Relax ...
Our family’s favorite “dinner out” in Florence!
Learned, laughed, ate and drank much! Chefs Victoria and Jon were skilled, informative and fun! Our family each made our own pasta portion at our tabl ...
Fun, nice & delicious
It was fun and nice and delicious, and not too hard, even for those who never cook. We were in a group of about 20 people, which was just fine. ...
40th anniversary trip
The pasta making class was wonderful. The guide was wonderful, making it very non-threatening and fun. She was great. Would highly recommend ...
Pasta class with gelato tasting
Great cooking class in Firenze. Our instructor, Lisa, was awesome. She made the class fun and gave us great tips for making homemade pasta and sauces ...
My Newlywed Wife is Gonna be so Happy
John and Victoria were awesome, very funny and very informative. I feel confident in my ability to make the pastas and sauces we made today. ...
Great experience!
Great experience! Lots of fun! Instructor was very funny, personable, and knowledgeable. ...
Buonissomo! Highly recommend!
Wow!! Matteo and Tommaso were amazing. Both were friendly, funny and extremely engaging. The food www tr at and my husband and I can’t wait to try mak ...
Pasta cooking class. Do it!
Federico and Victoria were the best! Taught us so much. Definitely recommend! ...
Don't miss this
Alice and Matteo were wonderful,personable and very helpful. The food we cooked was great, can't wait to cook at home. ...
Entertaininf pasta making class
Pasta making class where we made 3 shapes and 3 sauces. Then we got to.eat what we made and all was delicious. Red wine and soda were included. Som ...
Five stars!
Victoria and Mateo were phenomenal instructors. We loved learning how to make pasta in a fun learning environment. Thank you!! ...
Amazing experience!
Victoria was amazing! We truly enjoyed our cooking class and Victoria’s expertise! We would highly recommend this cooking class with Victoria! Loved i ...
Great time and experience!
Our experience was great with Victoria! She was awesome and we learned a lot! Would definitely do again! ...
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FAQ
What is included in this pasta and gelato cooking class in Florence?
The experience includes the hands-on preparation of three fresh pasta shapes, seasonal sauces, a tasting of artisanal gelato or sorbet, ingredients, apron and utensils, the meal, unlimited wine for adults, soft drinks for children, a graduation certificate, and a digital recipe booklet. A complimentary Florence Walking Tour is also included after booking through a code sent by email.
Where is the meeting point in Florence?
The meeting point is at Via Panicale 43r, at the Cooking School near the Central Market of Florence.
How long does the class last?
The experience lasts approximately 3 hours.
Is it a private or shared experience?
This is a shared small-group class with up to 20 participants. A private upgrade is also available.
How many people join the class?
The group is limited to a maximum of 20 participants.
How do I get there?
Guests are expected to reach the Cooking School independently. No transfer service is included.
Is this cooking class suitable for children?
Yes, it is family-friendly. Children and teens under 18 are welcome when accompanied by at least one adult.
Do I need cooking experience?
No previous cooking experience is required. The class is designed to be approachable for beginners as well as enjoyable for food lovers.
Is the meal included?
Yes. At the end of the class, guests sit down and enjoy the dishes prepared during the experience.
Are vegetarian options available?
Yes, the experience is suitable for vegetarians, but this should be communicated in advance.
Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?
Food intolerances or allergies should be reported in advance so the team can do its best to accommodate them. The class is not suitable for guests with celiac disease.
Are skip-the-line tickets included?
No. This is a cooking class, so no attraction or museum skip-the-line ticket is involved.
Is the experience accessible?
Guests with special needs or impaired mobility are asked to inform the provider in advance so accommodation can be evaluated as best as possible.
Is there a dress code?
No specific dress code is indicated.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time, as well as no-shows, are fully charged.
Does the class run in bad weather?
Yes, the experience runs rain or shine.
Will I receive the recipes after the class?
Yes, a digital recipe booklet is included, along with practical tips for recreating the dishes at home.
How does the complimentary Florence Walking Tour work?
After booking, guests receive a confirmation email with a code to reserve the complimentary walking tour, subject to available dates and time slots.
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