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Florence Cooking Class - Making Gelato & Authentic Pizza
Ever wanted to do in Florence a pizza and gelato class? At this cooking class, you’ll learn how to make pizza and gelato in an unforgettable family activity. Over 18s can try wine too!
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A joyful cooking experience filled with flavor, craft, and Florentine warmth
This pizza-making class offers an exceptional way to spend a delightful afternoon in Florence with your family. Under the guidance of an expert pizza chef, you'll master the art of pizza making and then move on to crafting delicious gelato—perfectly covering both your main course and dessert!
Experience Authentic Italian Pizza Making
Pizza is an iconic symbol of Italian cuisine, and this class brings you the authentic taste of Italy. During this session, you’ll be introduced to a professional pizzaiolo who will teach you how to create the perfect pizza dough—soft, stretchy, and ideal for baking. You'll pick up invaluable tips and techniques that you can replicate in your own kitchen.
Savor the Ultimate Pizza Experience
As you collaborate with the pizzaiolo, you'll discover how to stretch, sauce, bake, and cut your pizza to perfection. While your pizza dough rests, you’ll witness a demonstration by our skilled chef on how to prepare a rich, creamy gelato. Discover how to make the classic of Italian gelato, all from our engaging chef.
Create Lasting Memories and Take Home Your Recipes
Once your gelato is ready, you’ll learn how to prepare the waffle cone batter and cook it to perfection. Enjoy your freshly baked pizza and homemade gelato, and take home a digital recipe booklet so you can impress your family and friends with your newfound culinary skills. This class is a fun and memorable way to immerse yourself in Italian culture while enjoying quality time with your loved ones.
Italian flavors, shared moments
Enjoy the pleasure of creating, tasting, and sitting together in a warm Florentine atmosphere.
Meet the pizzaiolo
Learn from a local professional who turns technique into an easy, engaging experience.
Sit down and enjoy
Share the meal you created in a relaxed atmosphere with wine for adults and soft drinks for children.
Hands in the dough
Shape your own pizza and enjoy the satisfying ritual of Italian cooking in Florence.
Itinerary
The meeting point is in our Cooking School in the heart of Florence, via Panicale 43r, close to the Central Market.
Welcome to the Pizza Lab: Step into a welcoming space in Florence and meet your professional pizzaiolo, who will introduce you to the traditions of authentic Italian pizza-making.
Hands in the Dough: Prepare your own pizza from scratch in a relaxed and family-friendly setting, learning simple techniques and enjoying the creative side of Italian cuisine.
Pizza and Good Company: Sit down to enjoy the pizza you have made, paired with unlimited wine for adults and soft drinks for children, in a convivial atmosphere inspired by true Italian hospitality.
The Sweet Finale: Continue with a delicious gelato-making moment and discover one of Italy’s most iconic desserts through a fun and easy hands-on experience.
A Taste of Florence to Take Home: At the end of the class, receive a digital recipe booklet so you can recreate these flavors and share them with family and friends back home.
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Really loved it!
Amazing experience ! Learned so much about making pizza! I paid very close attention to detail ! Will definitely try at home next time ! Roberta has b ...
Really fun!
Anna was an incredible chef and host! We had a wonderful time. ...
Family cooking class
Very pleasant class, not too technical, and engaging instructor ...
Great Pizza-Making class
It was a great experience! Victoria and Frederico were great teachers with so much knowledge about pizza and gelato. There were so many small touches ...
. Making pizza
A great experience. Delicious food. Explained the process very clearly ...
Perfect!
Alice and Federico were amazing! They were friendly and funny. Their instruction was very clear and we made perfect pizza and gelato. Thank you very m ...
Extraordinary fun!! Delicious!!
Federico and Alice were absolutely extraordinary with their knowledge and instruction! The class was fun and relaxed, but full of great inspiration!! ...
Brilliant class
Absolutely brilliant experience, I would highly recommend it. Fredrico and Alice were amazing teachers. I went specifically to learn how to make tradi ...
A must try for a fun, memorable family experience.
A fun and enjoyable experience to do as a family, the 3 hours flew past! Our two chef hosts were engaging, informative and lovely! Although a large g ...
Go make pizza and have fun!
Super experience making pizza and gelato with Roberta: super clear, fun, lots of tips! ...
Brilliant - would highly recommend to anyone
I have to say this was the best experience of our trip. It felt really authentic and our teacher made it so interesting and enjoyable. Just a perfect ...
Wonderful experience
A great evening and experience Victoria, Federico, and Tommaso made the evening educational and fun. After doing all of our prep work and putting sau ...
Taking it back to Ohio
Ferdinand and Victoria were very good teachers and very patient ...
Family pizza & gelato class
Fun family experience, and tasty gelato! ...
Such a fun experience!
This cooking class exceeded all of our expectations. My husband and I were looking for a unique experience during our time in Florence, and this was a ...
Italy 2026
Wonderful experience with Andre! Fun, informative, and answered all our questions. Highly recommend the class and even more so Andre! ...
Great Experience
The experience was great! Andrei was a great teacher. Had a nice time with the people at my table. ...
Go see Andre! Pizza is amazing!!!
Andre was absolutely AMAZING!!!! We had the best time. He is wonderful at is job and we are leaving with lots of tips! 10 out of 10!!!!! ...
Pizza cooking class from scratch
Amazing class! Andre our chef was absolutely fantastic, engaging and informative! A must book if you are looking for a pizza cooking class ...
Great Experience at Towns of Italy
Andre was fantastic! Very entertaining and filled all the time with useful information. It was very enjoyable experience. We had people of all ages in ...
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FAQ
What is included in this pizza and gelato class in Florence?
The experience includes the cooking lesson with local chefs, guidance from a professional pizzaiolo, ingredients, use of 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 provided 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 experience last?
The class lasts approximately 3 hours.
Is it a private or shared experience?
This is a shared small-group experience, with a maximum of 20 participants. A private upgrade is also available.
How many people join the class?
The group is limited to up to 20 participants, creating a social but still well-guided atmosphere.
How do I get there?
Guests are expected to reach the Cooking School independently. No transfer service is included.
Is this experience 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 experience is required. The class is designed to be easy, hands-on, and enjoyable even for beginners.
Are skip-the-line tickets included?
No. This is a cooking class, so no skip-the-line entry tickets are involved.
Is the experience accessible?
Guests with special needs or impaired mobility are asked to inform the provider in advance so arrangements can be evaluated as best as possible.
Is there a dress code?
No specific dress code is indicated.
Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?
Food intolerances or allergies should be communicated in advance. The experience is not suitable for guests with celiac disease.
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 so you can recreate 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 availability.
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