5.0 (996) · Florence · By Towns of Italy Free cancellation
Engage in a hands-on Florence cooking class with professional local chefs, choosing between two distinct culinary experiences.
This offering features separate options, not combined activities. Please review your chosen option carefully before booking, as menus, durations, and inclusions differ.
Opt for the Pasta & Gelato experience for a 3-hour class focused on crafting fresh handmade pasta. You'll prepare three traditional pasta varieties and pair them with seasonal Italian sauces. Following the cooking session, savor your homemade meal accompanied by a gelato tasting and unlimited wine.
Select the Lasagna, Tiramisu & Market Tour for a 5-hour culinary journey that includes a visit to Florence's Central Market. Explore the market with your chefs, sample local products, and then create a traditional lasagna from scratch, complete with fresh pasta, Bolognese ragù, béchamel, and a classic tiramisu.
Both options provide fresh ingredients, aprons, cooking utensils, expert chef guidance, digital recipes, and a Graduation Certificate. Vegetarian participants are welcome with prior notification. This experience is not suitable for guests with celiac disease.
✓ Meal with what you prepare, wine and soft drinks for children✓ Hands-on Florence cooking class with professional local chefs✓ Fresh ingredients, apron, cooking utensils and chef guidance✓ 3 fresh pasta shapes, seasonal sauces, gelato tasting and unlimited wine✓ Central Market tour, local tastings, Nonna’s lasagna and tiramisu✓ Artisanal gelato or refreshing sorbet tasting✓ Digital recipe booklet and Graduation Certificate✕ Gratuities✕ Central Market is closed on SundaysActivity Schedule
3 h
Florence Pasta Making Class or Lasagna, Tiramisu & Market Tour: choose between two hands-on Florence cooking class options with professional local chefs.
This product includes separate options. Please check your selected option carefully before booking, as menu, duration and inclusions vary.
Choose the Pasta & Gelato option for a 3-hour Florence pasta making class. Prepare fresh pasta dough, shape 3 pasta types and pair them with seasonal Italian sauces. Then enjoy artisanal gelato or sorbet tasting and sit down for your handmade meal with unlimited wine.
Choose the Lasagna, Tiramisu & Market Tour option for a 5-hour Florence cooking class with Central Market visit. Explore Florence Central Market with your chefs, taste local products, then prepare Nonna’s lasagna with fresh pasta, Bolognese ragù and béchamel, plus classic tiramisu.
At the end of your selected class, enjoy what you prepared with wine or soft drinks. Both options include fresh ingredients, apron, utensils, chef guidance, digital recipes and Graduation Certificate.
Vegetarian guests are welcome with advance notice. Please inform us of allergies or dietary restrictions. Not suitable for celiac guests.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
Please be at the meeting point (Towns of Italy cooking school) via Panicale 43/R.
Please arrive at our cooking school at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled class time.
Please be at the meeting point (Towns of Italy cooking school) via Panicale 43/R.
Please arrive at our cooking school at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled class time.
Towns of Italy - Cooking School - Florence, Via Panicale, 43/r, 50123 Florence please arrive at the school at least 15 minutes before the start of class
Please read carefully If your class is scheduled to take place on or after March 1, 2027, the new meeting point will be: Towns of Italy - Tourist Hub & Cooking School - Florence - Largo Pietro Annigoni, 9A - 50122 Florence
Meeting point
Via Panicale, 43/r, 50123 Firenze FI, Italie
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Public transportation options are available nearby Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance Suitable for vegetarians! Pets are not permitted on our tours Children/teens under 18 y.o. must always be accompanied by at least one adult. If this requirement is not met, we reserve the right to exclude the under age participant and no refund will be due Vegetarian guests are welcome with advance notice. Not suitable for celiac guests If your class is scheduled to take place on or after March 1, 2027, the new meeting point will be: Towns of Italy - Tourist Hub & Cooking School - Florence - Largo Pietro Annigoni, 9A - 50122 Florence Not suitable for Celiacs Lasagna Tiramisu & Market Tour Florence 5 hrs cooking class with Market tour, local tastings, Nonna’s lasagna from scratch, classic tiramisu and final meal Hands-on Florence cooking class in English with professional local chefs, Central Market visit and fresh ingredients Approx. 5-hour cooking class with Central Market tour, local tastings, lasagna and tiramisu preparation, meal and wine Enjoy the dishes you prepared: Nonna’s lasagna , Bolognese ragù and béchamel, classic tiramisu, wine and soft drinks Central Market is closed on Sundays Choose this option for a longer cooking class with Market visit, local tastings, lasagna, tiramisu, recipes and Certificate Pasta & Gelato +Unlimited Wine Pasta making class with fresh handmade pasta, 3 pasta shapes, seasonal sauces, gelato or sorbet tasting and unlimited Wine Hands-on cooking class in English with professional local chefs, fresh ingredients, step-by-step guidance and small-group 3-hour Pasta Making Class with 3 pasta shapes, seasonal sauces, gelato tasting & Unlimited Wine or soft drinks for kids Enjoy your handmade fresh pasta with sauces, artisanal gelato or sorbet tasting and unlimited wine for adults or soft drinks Includes digital recipe booklet & Graduation Certificate. Not suitable for celiac guests Private pasta masterclass Private pasta class with a pro chef: craft handmade pasta and enjoy bottomless wine in an exclusive and intimate setting. Book in advance, especially during peak season. Inform the chef of any dietary restrictions or allergies beforehand. Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be on your feet. Bring your appetite – you'll be enjoying the fruits of your labor! Arrive at least 15 minutes before the class starts. Check the meeting point details carefully, especially if your booking is for March 2027 or later. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 5049P63
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WizardTrip Help Center Couples Families Food enthusiasts Travelers seeking authentic experiences Learn to make authentic Italian pasta from scratch Enjoy a delicious meal with wine tasting Explore Florence's vibrant Central Market Master classic Italian desserts like Tiramisu Hands-on experience with professional chefs Small group sizes for personalized attention
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What is the duration of the cooking classes? + The Pasta & Gelato option lasts 3 hours, while the Lasagna, Tiramisu & Market Tour option lasts 5 hours.
Are vegetarian options available? + Yes, vegetarian guests are welcome with advance notice. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions.
Is this class suitable for people with celiac disease? + No, this experience is not suitable for guests with celiac disease.
What should I bring to the class? + You don't need to bring anything specific, as ingredients, aprons, and utensils are provided. Just bring your enthusiasm!
What happens if the Central Market is closed? + The Central Market is closed on Sundays. If your class is scheduled for a Sunday, the market tour portion will be adjusted.
Can children participate in the class? + Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Soft drinks are provided for children.
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★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
THE BEST FUN...DO IT!!!
jennyw127, October 2026
This evening was the best fun and we even loved our own made pasta. A different way to spend an evening. Chef Thomas and Chef Victoria hilarious and made it a good laugh. Very good teachers, great tips and i will definitely repeat at home. You MUST do this x
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Excellent cooking class!
tustinrob, October 2026
Jon Tommaso was an excellent instructor. He and the other chef made the class a lot of fun and the sauce recipes were excellent.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Delicious pasta class
Inspire100530, October 2026
Jon & Tomaso were amazing teachers. They made the class fun, and I learned a lot about making pasta and sauces. I highly recommend this class.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Stop contemplating and book the class
chantellen283, October 2026
This was one of our favorite activities we booked on our trip. The class was tremendously fun and leaves you feeling like “I can DO this-I can make pasta!” We will book this again. The food, instructors, wine, and company were top tier!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Best pasta making experience ever
erinlN894VU, October 2026
Victoria was amazing she was super kind to my 9 year old daughter she helped her make pesto sauce and all of the food was super tasty.
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