Cooking class in the kitchen of a Tuscan painter and wine maker, with wine tasting

Availability:Mondays , Tuesdays , Wednesdays , Thursdays , Fridays
Duration:5 hours - for parties of max 16 people



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COOKING AT GIUSEPPE’S HOUSE
Embark on a truly exceptional experience that promises to be the highlight of your Tuscan journey. Our Cooking Class in the Kitchen of a Tuscan Painter and Wine Maker offers more than just a culinary adventure; it’s an immersion into the lives of a creative and joyful couple. This happy duo comprises a passionate wine maker and a talented painter, and you’ll have the privilege of being welcomed into their lovely Tuscan private home. Finally you will taste the excellent Giuseppe’s Wines!

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A very special activity
Not only will you meet our local cooks and storytellers for an authentic Tuscan cooking class, but you’ll be hosted in a very special location; a lovely Tuscan private home, where a happy, creative couple live. He is a passionate wine maker and she is a painter. They live in a beautiful villa very close to the typical Tuscan hamlet of Terricciola, a very famous wine district in the province of Pisa. They will be very happy to open their home to you and your friends to enjoy one of the most memorable activities.

What to Expect

• Local Cooks and Storytellers: Meet our local cooks, true storytellers of Tuscan culinary traditions, who will guide you through an authentic cooking class.
• Unique Setting: Immerse yourself in the warm ambiance of a charming Tuscan home, where creativity and joy are woven into every corner.
• Wine Tasting with the Winemaker: Engage in delightful conversations with the wine maker, who will also serve his exquisite wines, expertly paired with the dishes you prepare. It’s an opportunity to learn about the art of winemaking from someone truly passionate about their craft.

Cooking Class Highlights:

• Typical 3-Course Meal: Enjoy a hands-on experience crafting a typical Tuscan 3-course meal. Learn the secrets of Italian food, gaining valuable insights that will empower you to recreate an authentic Italian feast for your friends back home. Vegetarian or vegan options available on request.

It’s a rare opportunity to share a meal in the intimate setting of a Tuscan home, surrounded by art, passion for wine, and the rich flavors of Italy. Be prepared for an unforgettable experience that goes beyond traditional cooking classes, leaving you with cherished memories and newfound culinary skills.
A very special experience which is likely to become the highlight of your trip in Tuscany.
During the meal you’ll have the pleasure of talking to the wine maker and he will serve his delicious wines pairing the dishes you’ll have prepared. The cooking class includes the preparation of a typical 3 course meal and you’ll learn the secrets of Italian food, useful for recreating a delicious Italian meal for your friends at home.

 

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This is a list of specialties that you are likely to sample as part of the program of this class. Please, note that the specialties of the menu prepared at the class may vary according to the season and the availability of the products in the day of the class.

In our cooking class we like telling you a lot about Tuscan farms and farmers' cooking traditions, introducing you to Tuscan people with their personal stories, careers and characters.
You will have one of our guides as a language assistants and coordinator with you during the whole class. Please, see below all the guides and language assistants who can be with you.
During this experience you will also meet one of our Tuscan cooks who give you the cooking class. Please, see below which cooks you are likely to encounter.

Arianna

guide

Massimo

guide

Luca

guide

Davide

guide

Anna

friend

Ester

friend

Silvia

friend
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The total rate for this activity varies according to the number of people in your party.
Check rates in the table below.

cooking class in the kitchen of a tuscan painter and wine maker with wine tasting

– RATES 2024 –

NUMBER OF PEOPLE IN YOUR PARTY

TOTAL RATE

2 persons € 650
3 persons € 750
4 persons € 850
5 persons € 950
6 persons € 1050
7 persons € 1150
8 persons € 1250
Extra Adult € 100
Extra Teenager (12-17 yrs) € 70
Child (4-11 yrs) € 50

 

Rates include

  • a local cook at your disposal
  • an English speaking story teller
  • a 3 course cooking class
  • all ingredients and printed materials
  • apron as souvenir
  • lunch or dinner served after the class
  • guided wine tasting of the iwnes made
  • tax

Rates do NOT include

  • transportation
LOCATION OF THE COOKING VENUE:
This cooking class takes place in the rural area of central Tuscany, among Pisa, San Gimignano and Volterra, 10 km from Selvatelle

MEET-UP LOCATION:
Unless differently specified, the meeting point with the guide is at our office in La Rosa or at an agreed meeting point

DURATION:
This program takes 5 hours. Time for transportation not included.

AVAILABILITY:
Available all the year through, from Mondays through Fridays. Timing is flexible. After a morning class lunch is served. After an afternoon class dinner is served.

LANGUAGE:
This class is available in English, German, French, Spanish, Russian or Italian with no surcharge.

DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Easy

CHILD FRIENDLY:
Ideal for children

CLOTHING:
No particular clothing required.

FOOD RESTRICTIONS:
The foods served during this cooking class might contain gluten, lactose, nuts and alcohol. If you have any food restriction, please inform our personnel during the enquiry process.

TRANSPORTATION:
This program and its rates do not include transportation and are set on a self-driving base. For further information see the box "transportation options".
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