Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class in a Tuscany Farmhouse in Florence
Pick fresh ingredients and learn to make authentic, Italian cuisine on an unforgettable day trip!
Want to learn how to cook like a true Italian while you’re in Florence, in a unique setting? On this delicious day trip, you’ll be transported to an idyllic Tuscan farmhouse for an unforgettable cooking class! Begin with a walk through the estate’s private garden to select the perfect, seasonal ingredients for your meal. Then, with a professional chef by your side, learn how to make authentic gelato and real, wood fire pizza! Finally, enjoy your homemade masterpiece with a glass of Tuscan wine!
What You Get With This Tour
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English speaking, professional chef and guide
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Coach transportation to and from Florence
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Stunning Tuscan farmhouse
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Handpick your own ingredients from the estate garden
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Learn how the produce is grown
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Make your own authentic gelato!
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Learn the art of making real, Italian pizza
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Chianti Classico Wine or beer
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Group size of 25
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Pick-up
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Guide gratuity
Tour Itinerary
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Cooking lesson in Tuscan countryside
Enjoy an authentic cooking class in the heart of Tuscany -
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Pick local ingredients
Gain insights into the cultivation of the estate's garden produce as you wander through rows of vibrant vegetables and herbs. -
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Welcome drinks and appetizers
Begin your culinary adventure with appetizers and wine, setting the tone for the upcoming gelato and pizza making. -
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Countryhouse cooking school
After roaming through the estate's lush garden, it's time for your hands-on experience. -
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Hands-on cooking class
Hands-on cooking class Dive into the world of traditional pizza making, from kneading the dough to choosing garden-fresh toppings, all under the guidance of professional chefs. -
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Pizza making
As tradition requires, your pizza will be cooked in a wood-fired oven. -
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Gelato cooking lesson
Roll up your sleeves and craft genuine Italian gelato from scratch, choosing your favorite flavors and witnessing the magic of liquid nitrogen. -
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Dinner
Relish the fruits of your labor as you sit down to savor your homemade pizza and gelato, surrounded by the charming ambiance of the Tuscan farmhouse. -
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Return back to Florence
After your experience, head back to Florence across local hills. -
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Ending point in Florence
After the tour, you will be dropped off at your original meeting point.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, because of uneven and steep surfaces, this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility concerns or wheelchair users.
Dietary Restrictions: For any allergies or dietary requirements, please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate your needs. Unfortunately, celiac and gluten free diets cannot be accommodated on this tour.
Age Requirement: This tour has a minimum age of 8 years old.
Alcohol Consumption: This class includes wine/beer; participants consuming alcohol should be of legal drinking age in Italy (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 5-hour class includes:
Expert English-speaking chef and guide
Roundtrip coach transportation from Florence
Hand-pick your ingredients from the estate garden
Appetizers and wine before the class
Make your own authentic gelato and pizza
Chianti Classico Wine or beer
Enjoy your own delicious, home cooked meal
Maximum group size of 25
What to bring:
Government-issued ID (if consuming alcohol)
Comfortable shoes
Camera
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Customer Reviews
I joined this class with my partner and we really enjoyed it!! The chefs were funny & patient and the pizza dough turned out better than I ever imagined! The farmhouse view was beautiful, straight out of a postcard!!
We loved every minute! The ingredients were fresh and learned real pizza tricks I’ll use at home! Our pizzas looked like something from a restaurant & the farmhouse felt like a Tuscan movie set!
The class was fun, educational and food was incredible! Perfect 10/10 experience
We had an unforgettable experience! We learned to make pizza and gelato with local chefs was both fun & educational and the scenery made that even more magical!!
The tour guides was fantastic, shared his passion for Tuscan cuisine! The rolling hills surrounding the farmhouse added charm! We learned so many secrets to perfect pizza and creamy gelato. A truly memorable experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
We suggest dressing according to the season and wearing comfortable clothes.
Where to meet?
The meeting point for this tour is in front of the Biblioteca Nazionale, in Florence.
Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?
This tour is operated by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Florence.
Do I need prior cooking experience in order to join this tour?
Everyone is welcome on our cooking class!
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
Unfortunately, because of uneven and steep surfaces, this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility concerns or wheelchair users.
What happens if it rains?
We run our tours rain or shine. If the weather is extremely bad and we need to cancel the tour due to safety concerns, we will inform you immediately.
Is there any chance my tour might be canceled?
On the rare occasion the tour is canceled, we'll inform you as soon as possible. We will work with you to reschedule your tour when possible or provide a full refund.
Is food included in the price of the tour?
Yes, after making your own pizza and gelato, you will sit down and enjoy the meal with your fellow foodies!
What if I have food allergies, intolerances, or other dietary requirements?
For any allergies or dietary requirements, please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate your needs. We will work with our tour partners to provide you with an alternative when possible. Unfortunately, celiac and gluten free diets cannot be accommodated on this tour.
What if I don’t drink alcohol but I’d still like to join a food tour?
Not a problem. Please let us know in the comment box when you book your tour so we can make sure an alternative drink is provided.
Can I bring my kids and do I have to pay for them?
This tour has a minimum age of eight years old, and children aged 8-17 pay a reduced fee. Please choose accordingly during the booking.
Does this tour include hotel pickup?
Hotel pickup is not included on this tour. You’ll meet your guide at the designated meeting point at the Biblioteca Nazionale in Piazza Cavalleggeri.
Where does this tour end?
This tour ends back at your original, designated meeting point in Florence in front of the Biblioteca Nazionale.
