Pasta cooking class with optional grocery shopping in Florence
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- Experience hands-on cooking with a professional chef in an authentic Tuscan trattoria setting
- Optionally visit the Sant’Ambrogio food market to select the freshest ingredients for your dishes
- Learn to prepare classic ragu and tomato sauce, perfect for pairing with homemade pasta
- Master pasta-making techniques by creating tagliatelle and ravioli with expert guidance
- Discover the secrets of making a perfect tiramisu with a smooth mascarpone cream
- Enjoy your homemade dishes while learning about the rich traditions of Italian cuisine
What to expect
This exclusive small group cooking class in Florence offers an immersive experience in traditional Tuscan cuisine. Begin with a visit to the Sant'Ambrogio food market (optional for later shifts), where local ingredients are sourced directly from producers. Back in the kitchen, learn to prepare classic ragu and tomato sauces, followed by kneading and shaping homemade pasta dough. The hands-on lesson covers making tagliatelle and ravioli with expert guidance from the chef. As the pasta rests, master the art of crafting tiramisu, the iconic Italian dessert. Throughout the day, enjoy Tuscan appetizers and gain insights into Italy’s rich culinary heritage. By the end, savor your freshly made dishes and indulge in the authentic taste of Tuscany
Rolling out fresh pasta dough for the perfect homemade pasta
Crafting ravioli by hand, filled with creamy ricotta and fresh ingredients
Kneading dough to create the perfect consistency for homemade pasta
Tasting the authentic flavors of Tuscany with every bite of fresh, homemade pasta
Browsing vibrant stalls at Sant’Ambrogio Market, where quality ingredients meet authentic flavors
Choosing fresh produce at Sant’Ambrogio Market, a true taste of Florence’s best
Sourcing the best local ingredients at Sant’Ambrogio Market, where freshness comes first
Perfecting pasta dough, one knead at a time, for an authentic experience
From flour and eggs to fresh pasta—every step brings homemade goodness to life
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