Located in the heart of Tuscany, Barberino Tavarnelle’s cooking workshops cut right to the essence of Italian cuisine. These small-group classes (maximum 10 people) focus on practical skills like pasta-making, gelato preparation, and vegetarian cooking.
I especially love the farmhouse cooking sessions, where you’ll work with seasonal ingredients picked straight from local gardens. The restored villa settings are perfect for learning – they’re authentic without being pretentious.
Each class is taught in English or Italian, making it easy for everyone to follow along. As a longtime European guide, I particularly appreciate how these workshops balance traditional techniques with modern dietary needs.
Below are our favorite culinary experiences in Barberino Tavarnelle…
Key Points
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Explore authentic Italian cuisine through hands-on pasta making, gelato preparation, and vegetarian cooking classes in the picturesque Florentine Hills and Chianti region.
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Experience personalized instruction from professional chefs in a welcoming and immersive environment, with opportunities for social interaction and cultural exchange.
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Savor the dishes you prepare, paired with local beverages, and receive take-home recipes to recreate the flavors of Italy at home.
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Enjoy the natural beauty of the class locations, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and stunning Tuscan landscapes, for a truly memorable culinary experience.
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Take home a completion certificate and optional souvenirs to commemorate your Italian cooking journey, with accommodations for dietary needs and flexible cancellation policies.
Vegetarian Fresh Pasta and Gelato Class With Lunch or Dinner
Travelers seeking an immersive culinary experience can partake in the Vegetarian Fresh Pasta and Gelato Class With Lunch or Dinner.
This 3-hour class, priced from $169.24 per person, takes place in a small group setting of up to 10 participants. Led by a professional chef, the class focuses on making fresh homemade pasta and Italian gelato, with a hands-on approach emphasizing texture, manual dexterity, and quality ingredients.
Situated in a renovated farmhouse in the Florentine hills, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, the well-equipped classrooms combine modern technology and rustic charm.
The class encourages teamwork, cultural exchange, and social interaction among participants, providing an opportunity to share experiences and establish friendships.
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Chianti: Pizza and Tiramisu Class With Meal
For travelers seeking an immersive culinary experience in the heart of Chianti, the Chianti: Pizza and Tiramisù Class With Meal offers a unique opportunity to learn from expert chefs.
During this 3-hour class, you will master the art of making authentic Italian pizza and tiramisù. The class includes a reception with welcome drinks and local snacks, step-by-step instructions on preparing the pizza dough and selecting seasonal toppings, and the creation of tiramisù using classic ingredients.
Held in a relaxing villa in the Chianti hills, the experience promises an immersion in the region’s natural beauty. Participants will enjoy the prepared dishes and a glass of local wine or beer, and leave with recipes to recreate the dishes at home.
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Tuscan Vegetarian Cooking Class With Lunch or Dinner
Those seeking a deeper immersion into Tuscan cuisine can explore the Tuscan Vegetarian Cooking Class With Lunch or Dinner.
The 3-hour class, limited to 10 participants, teaches vegetarian recipes typical of Tuscan fare. Guests will learn to make fresh pasta, sauces, and other dishes under the guidance of a professional chef.
The class accommodates various dietary needs and uses locally-sourced, seasonal ingredients.
After the cooking session, participants can enjoy the prepared meal amid scenic Tuscan views.
The class is priced from Kč 4,801 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, and a reserve now and pay later option available.
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Barberino Tavarnelle: Tuscan Cooking Class With Lunch
Located in the heart of the Chianti hills, Barberino Tavarnelle offers a captivating Tuscan Cooking Class that invites guests to discover the secrets of the region’s renowned cuisine.
Priced from $200.97 per person, the 3-hour class includes a welcome Chianti, hands-on cooking instruction, and a full Tuscan lunch. Participants will learn to prepare classic dishes like tomato porridge, homemade pasta, and tiramisu, guided by a professional chef.
Dietary needs can be accommodated, and recipes are provided for easy recreation at home. With free cancellation and pay-later options, this immersive culinary experience is a must for food lovers exploring the Tuscan countryside.
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Chianti: Vegetarian Fresh Pasta Class With Lunch or Dinner
Enjoy the art of making fresh pasta in the heart of the Chianti region.
This 3-hour vegetarian pasta class from $158.66 per person teaches you to craft ravioli, tagliatelle, cappelletti, and gnocchi.
Enjoy your handmade creations paired with wine, while taking in the scenic Tuscan views just 25 km from Florence.
The state-of-the-art kitchen, seasonal local ingredients, and knowledgeable chef ensure an authentic, hands-on experience.
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets are accommodated.
Delight your taste buds and bring home the recipes to recreate this Chianti culinary adventure.
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Chianti: Fresh Pasta Class With Lunch or Dinner
Discover the art of crafting fresh pasta in the heart of the Chianti region during this 3-hour class.
You’ll learn to make authentic Tuscan pasta like ravioli, tagliatelle, and gnocchi using state-of-the-art equipment.
After the hands-on lesson, enjoy a delightful meal featuring your homemade creations, accompanied by local appetizers, wine, and dessert.
The class takes place in a renovated villa just 30 km from Florence, immersing you in Chianti’s natural beauty.
With a 4.9/5 rating based on 9 reviews, this experience is a must for pasta lovers.
Dietary accommodations are available, and you’ll receive recipes to recreate the dishes at home.
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Italian Gnocchi and Ice Cream Class With Lunch or Dinner
This 3-hour Italian Gnocchi and Ice Cream Class with Lunch or Dinner offers participants a chance to explore the art of crafting two iconic Italian delicacies.
Held at the charming SiChef school in the picturesque Chianti hills, the class is limited to 10 guests and provides instruction in both Italian and English.
Participants will learn the techniques for making perfect gnocchi and creamy gelato, guided by experienced chefs who share their expertise and anecdotes.
The class includes a welcome drink, a full meal featuring the dishes prepared, and a logo apron to take home, along with recipes for recreating the experience.
Dietary accommodations are available upon request.
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Vegetarian Gnocchi and Gelato Class With Lunch or Dinner
For those seeking a delectable vegetarian culinary experience, the Vegetarian Gnocchi and Gelato Class with Lunch or Dinner is an enticing opportunity. Priced at $163.95 per person, this 3-hour small-group class (limited to 10 participants) is held at the SiChef school in the Tuscan hills.
Taught by professional chefs, the class covers the history and significance of gnocchi and gelato in Italian culture, as well as hands-on instruction in making potato gnocchi and Italian gelato.
Dietary accommodations are available, and participants receive recipes to recreate the dishes at home. With modern equipment in a restored farmhouse setting, this class offers a unique and immersive vegetarian culinary adventure.
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Fresh Pasta and Italian Gelato Class With Lunch or Dinner
Nestled amidst the picturesque Tuscan hills, the Fresh Pasta and Italian Gelato Class offers an immersive culinary experience for aspiring home chefs.
During this 3-hour workshop, participants learn the basics of Italian cooking from a professional chef. They’ll prepare fresh pasta, including noodles and ravioli, as well as create artisan gelato.
With hands-on guidance, attendees will develop manual dexterity and an understanding of ingredient selection. Held in a renovated farmhouse, the class features a social and collaborative setting.
Participants receive a certificate of completion and enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner made with the dishes they’ve prepared. The class is limited to 10 people and offered in Italian and English.
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Sum Up
Barberino Tavarnelle offers a range of hands-on cooking classes that allow visitors to learn the art of Italian cuisine. From vegetarian pasta and gelato to classic pizza and tiramisu, there’s something for every food lover. These classes provide a unique opportunity to take in the flavors of Tuscany while enjoying a delicious meal with fellow participants.