Top Siena Dining Experiences

Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes during this Tuscan cooking class in Siena. From homemade pastas to juicy cuts of meat, a professional chef leads you through a combination of family-favorite recipes and time-tested dishes, culminating with a shared meal and excellent wine. This class is held in a professional kitchen and limited to a small group of 15 people or fewer for a more intimate experience.

Immerse yourself in the culinary traditions of Siena during a small-group cooking class set in a charming historical villa. You’ll discover the secrets of Tuscan cuisine and learn to prepare authentic Italian dishes, including ravioli and tiramisu, under the guidance of a skilled chef. Afterward, indulge in a wine tasting, savoring the flavors of local wineries. Finally, tour the villa and admire its rustic charm and surroundings.

Sip Tuscan wine in a medieval castle during a tasting session in Montalcino. Hosted by a professional sommelier, the experience ensures you get the lowdown on the wine as you taste it. Enjoy three varietals including a glass of the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, along with local bread or breadsticks and olive oil.

A mere 6 km from Siena, immersed in the poetic and permeating beauty of the Senese countryside the small San Giorgino church, has since 1109 placidly observed the vineyard and olive trees of the surrounding fields, which have been under the stewardship of our family since 1977, where with love, tradition, dedication and innovative spirit we have produced wine and oil. We love to define our company as a harmoniously multifaceted reality that holds a myriad of souls inside of it. By fine tuning each one of the contrasting elements together, like an orchestra, we give life to unique products that are recognizable, inviting, and sincere: symphonies of genuine tastes, rooted in the culture of the land. This reality begins with our family: we are in 8 and all contribute in the company with our own specializations, following the entire production process, from the preparation at the vineyard, to the last step of commercialization.

Experience a side of Italy rarely available to visitors when you take a cooking class in the Chianti wine region. During your private session, discover the secrets of Tuscan cuisine, from sauces to tiramisu. After dining on the food you just learned to make, continue on to a vineyard for a complimentary wine tasting and pairing lesson. Round-trip transport from Siena is included for your convenience.

Take the stress out of planning a day in Tuscany on this half-day small-group tour of the Chianti wine region from Siena, including transport. Enjoy an air-conditioned ride over to two popular wineries to taste wines and oils locals love. Plus spend some free time in Monteriggioni, and catch a glimpse of the town’s well-known medieval castle.

See the hills of Tuscany in true Italian style with this action-packed day trip on a Vespa scooter from Siena. Set off on your scooter through the Tuscan countryside, your guide leading the way, as you and other scooter-riding participants make your way to a Chianti winery for lunch. Tour the vineyards and cellars, sample some wine and indulge in an antipasto lunch before heading back to Siena.

Spend an enchanted evening at a winery estate in Chianti on this half-day tour from Siena. Travel through the scenic landscape of Tuscany to reach the winery estate, then take a tour of the winery, capped off by wine tasting. Afterward, find your seat at a festively decorated table situated in the vineyards for a barbecue dinner accompanied by wine and music.

Get an authentic taste of northern Italy on this 4-hour cooking class in Siena. Led by a local chef, learn how to craft a delicious spread of Tuscan favorites, including bruschetta, crostini and pici, thick, hand-rolled pasta originating in Siena. Afterward, enjoy the fruits of your labor as you savor your creations with your group and a glass of vino. Group size is reserved to 15 to keep this experience as intimate as possible.

Discover the fine wines and rich historical heritage of Chianti on a full-day trip from Siena. With a knowledgeable guide, travel through the sublime Tuscan countryside and visit castles cradled by rolling green hills and sprawling vineyards. Visit Castello di Brolio, the esteemed birthplace of Chianti wine, and delve into the opulent chambers of Castello di Ama. Pleasure your palate with fine samples of Chianti Classico wine during tasting sessions and feast on a traditional Italian lunch during your tour. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour, limited to only eight people.

Spend an afternoon in the wine town of Montalcino, tasting the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino and learning about wine production. This tour from Siena that tasting of local wine paired with salami and cured meat. Admire views of the Tuscan countryside from the pretty hill town and discover the region’s generations-old winemaking traditions.

Become a pilgrim of sorts and take a scenic hike on the historic Via Francigena, an old pilgrimage route that stretched from Canterbury in England to Rome. The rural route takes you through villages, vineyards, and some of the most scenic countryside in Tuscany. Best of all, once you get to the medieval village of Monteriggioni you're rewarded with a wine tasting. At the end, head back to Siena via train.

Tuscany is known for its excellent vintages, but the world of Tuscan wine can be overwhelming for a novice. With this informal wine class, you’ll get your bearings and learn to recognize the most important and storied wines of Tuscany. Delve into the history of Tuscany’s wine production, discover the different wine-producing areas and grapes, and sample a number of reds and whites from the region.

Siena sits in the heart of Tuscany, known across the globe for its excellent regional cuisine. Delve into its traditional specialties with this foodie experience that combines a lesson covering Tuscan wines and gourmet delicacies plus a foodie stroll through the old town to sample them for yourself. Taste a variety of wines paired with cheeses and charcuterie, extra-virgin olive oil, bread, jams, and honey.

Get immersed in the culture and cuisine of Tuscany during this dinner experience that takes place inside a historic villa. Be treated to a four-course Tuscan feast with a delightful side dish and sip on fine wine and spirits, carefully selected to compliment your meal. Experience the charm of a restored villa and enjoy the company of your hosts who share a passion for great company, exquisite cuisine, and the Palio.

Savor the fresh flavors of Sienese cuisine on this private morning or afternoon cookery class in Siena. Visit the home of Cesarina, your host, and roll up your sleeves for an immersive cooking experience—Sienese style. With all utensils and ingredients included, follow three traditional local recipes with helpful hints and tips from your host. Then, enjoy your food with a glass of wine among your fellow chefs.

Connect with a local cook and learn how to make two staples of classic Italian cuisine with this cooking class hosted in a local's kitchen. Discover the secrets to turning out flawless fresh pasta with two different recipes for both a stuffed and a shaped version. Then assemble a show-stopping tiramisù from scratch under the guidance of your instructor and host. Cap off your experience by sampling your creations.

Take a private cooking class with a local chef-instructor at their home during this half-day culinary experience in Siena. Learn to prepare a 4-course Italian meal, then enjoy the lunch or dinner that you helped to make with your host. You’ll also sample a selection of red and white wines from Tuscany.

Paradiso di Cacuci is a winery located in a small “corner of Paradise“ in the northwestern area of ​​Montalcino. Our wine production is centered on the perpetuation of the tradition which, together with a more modern model and in compliance with the values ​​of the Brunello Consortium, uses only from our vineyards which are respectively divided into; 5 ha Brunello di Montalcino, 1 ha. Rosso di Montalcino and 5 ha. di I.g.t. Sangiovese. Welcomes, by reservation, individual visitors and small groups offering guided tastings that give the opportunity to get to know the production directly, starting from the winemaking process to the discovery of the final result, giving a unique and unforgettable experience. Our tastings are only private and by appointment only to guarantee you our best services.

Take a break from sightseeing and head to the Tuscan countryside surrounding Siena to join a local forager on a truffle hunt through the woods. Follow your host and his pups across the hills as they search out precious tubers and learn all there is to know about truffles and the dogs trained to hunt them. Afterwards, head back to Siena to sample a number of truffle products in a local gourmet shop.

Paradiso di Cacuci is a winery located in a small “corner of Paradise“ in the northwestern area of ​​Montalcino. Our wine production is centered on the perpetuation of the tradition which, together with a more modern model and in compliance with the values ​​of the Brunello Consortium, uses only from our vineyards which are respectively divided into; 5 ha Brunello di Montalcino, 1 ha. Rosso di Montalcino and 5 ha. di I.g.t. Sangiovese. Welcomes, by reservation, individual visitors and small groups offering guided tastings that give the opportunity to get to know the production directly, starting from the wine making process to the discovery of the final result, giving a unique and unforgettable experience. Our tastings are only private and by appointment only to guarantee you our best services.

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Siena with a private cooking class at the home of a "Cesarina," an Italian cook and host. You'll visit a local market and food shops first, and then start the lesson to learn how to make three Sienese dishes. Finally, you'll be rewarded by enjoying your creations accompanied by a glass of wine.

Discover the tricks to making authentic homemade Italian pasta and tiramisu during a private cooking class in Siena. Set in a local home, your party will enjoy the undivided attention of your friendly and experienced host. After preparing two traditional types of noodles and the famous espresso-infused dessert - using some Italian family secrets - enjoy all three with a selection of local wines.