Top Tuscany Classes & Workshops - page 17

Guided tour of the farm facilities near San Gimignano: vegetable garden, orchard, vineyard, olive grove, vinsantaia, historic cellar, collection of tools from the farming world. Tasting of 9 wines of your choice from the estate's production: - "Casa Lucii" Vernaccia di San Gimignano, 2022; - "Mareterra" Vernaccia di San Gimignano riserva, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018; - "Spicchio" Tuscan rosé, 2021; - "Fuscelli" Chianti, 2022; - "Senarum" Chianti Colli Senesi, 2015, 2016; - "Purus" Tuscan red without sulfites, 2014, 2019; - "Arturo" Rosso Toscano, 2013, 2015, 2016. The tasting is accompanied by a sampling of our organic extra virgin olive oil, platter of cheeses and cured meats produced selected from local farms and accompanied with vegetables from the garden and to finish Vinsanto del Chianti 2013 and Tuscan cantuccini.

Join us in our little corner of paradise and, through a fun and interactive Tuscan cooking course, you will learn to prepare delicious typical Tuscan recipes with a professional chef, while tasting excellent local wine. A hands-on experience designed for food lovers, allowing you to explore Tuscan cuisine in greater depth than you would simply by eating in restaurants.

Chef Vary's Historical Cooking Course is a thrilling journey through time, offering an unparalleled culinary adventure! This unique course dives deep into the heart of ancient recipes, bringing to life the flavors and cooking techniques of bygone eras. With Chef Vary's expert guidance, you'll explore dishes that have shaped culinary history, from the opulent banquets of Renaissance royalty to the simple, hearty meals of medieval peasants. What sets this course apart is not just the cooking itself, but the rich cultural stories that accompany each dish. You'll learn not only how to cook these historical recipes but also the fascinating contexts in which they were developed. This immersive experience promises to satisfy both your palate and your curiosity, offering a taste of history like never before. Please note, due to the authentic nature of the recipes explored in this course, it is not suitable for vegans, vegetarians, or those requiring a gluten-free diet.

We encourage you to indulge in the flavors and take the time to explore the depths of each dish. In Italy, and particularly in Florence, savoring meat is a journey of taste, tradition, and technique. Seasonal and Unique Recipes Embrace the opportunity to cook with a range of meats, each selected based on the season to ensure the freshest and most flavorful experience. Our recipes are designed to showcase the uniqueness of Italian meat cooking, offering a diverse palate of regional specialties. HANDS-ON Conclude each session with a communal dining (or lunch) experience, where you'll enjoy the fruits of your labor accompanied by perfectly paired wines. Market and Butcher Shop Visits (Optional) Opt to start your day with a guided visit to local markets and traditional butcher shops, where you'll learn how to select the best cuts of meat and understand the importance of seasonality and provenance.

The Italian Lifestyle is a sense of life that you can feel only here, in Italy and especially in Tuscany! The experiece includes a delightful tasting of sweet and savory pastries with a creamy Cappuccino before to reach the main square for a really unique wine tasting of Nobile and Rosso di Montepulciano. Your lunch in a typical Fattoria or Trattoria with drinks and... last but not least: the guided visit of an organic farm in the afternoon, to enjoy the demostration of the Pecorino cheese production in their own cheese factory. Visit of the farm and, at the end, we'll be delighted by the tasting of their products, including their wine. This tour is totally customizable for the reasons I've already written... feel free to ask me to personalize your "A day in Tuscany".

We are Locals! We know these locations and towns like anyone else. We know which ones are the best hotels for you to live the true Tuscany experience, we know which ones are the best restaurants in these little towns and of course we know all the famous photographic locations that make this place so special! Workshops with Award-Winning Photographers, We want to make sure that you will have a visible growth in your photographic knowledge (and style) during your stay and we will do anything in our power to teach you everything you need to boost your photographic vision and your abilities, both on-the-field and in post-production. Small Groups Only, We set the limit to 5/6 people per week and this gave us the ability to perfectly follow every member of the tour without any rush. We want to be sure that you will always have the right attention and we want to be there if you have any doubt, at any time!

Welcome to lovers of good food and delicious wine! Are you ready for a unique culinary experience, immersed in the gastronomic traditions of splendid Tuscany? We are pleased to present our exclusive Tuscan Cooking Course, led by our chefs. A journey through the flavors and aromas of Tuscany, culminating in an unforgettable meal carefully paired with a selection of fine wines.

Meet the owners of local businesses and engage in an uplifting, eye-opening experience browsing through local produce. Grasp the local traditions and language by interacting with the locals and experiencing their unmatched hospitality. Create a 3-course menu that you’ll cook later by using the ingredients you hand-picked from the local shops. Get to know the local crafts and understand the heritage of this area through its shops, some of which are older than 100 years. Join our chef in an authentic walkthrough of what the area has to offer and how to shop for the best ingredients. To enjoy this tour to the fullest, you need to get away from the din of the city for half a day of immersion in the slow-paced, more genuine way of life of the people in Tuscany.

With friends or your partner you will immerse yourself in the world of goldsmithing, the typical Florentine craft. I will help you discover this ancient craft and all its charm from the first to the last step. We start at the very beginning by melting the precious metal, then pull a silver wire or roll a plate, hammer, cut with a bow saw, file, grind, solder and clean until everyone has finished their own piece of jewelry. In just a few hours you can make your own ring that will bring you or the person who wears it a lot of joy. The workshop will take place in my workshop in the countryside in Montespertoli (Fi). In between there is a very good snack. You can also bring material (silver or gold) that has emotional value but is no longer worn to melt down and renew. You don't need any previous knowledge for this unique experience.

Immerse yourself in the unique essence of Tuscany with a journey through the iconic Chianti countryside. This experience blends the rich traditions of Tuscan winemaking with the unparalleled beauty of its landscapes. From the intimate setting of a family-owned vineyard to the exquisite flavors of a homemade dinner set among the vines, you'll savor not just the taste but the spirit of the region. Enjoy personalized interactions, learn the secrets behind the famous Chianti wine, and dine under the Tuscan sun's setting glow. This tour encapsulates the heart of Tuscany, offering a memorable blend of culinary delights, storytelling, and scenic beauty. Taste traditional Florentine recipes. A private knowledgeable guide at your full disposal. Get to know Florence through mouth watering tastings belonging to Tuscan typical tradition.

With our help, you will discover very popular corners of the city , in particular of the Sant'Ambrogio district, its market. The Sant'Ambrogio market is one of the oldest in the city, where we can savor the genuineness and Italian tradition. Our merchants will help us choose quality products that we will use in our dishes during the lesson. We will also collect some vegetables from our Urban Garden, products that grow in a biodynamic and natural way in the center of Florence, cool right? We will learn to transform a raw material in amazin meal by respecting its nature and its characteristics to taste it to the fullest.

Welcome to lovers of good food and delicious wine! Are you ready for a unique culinary experience, immersed in the gastronomic traditions of splendid Tuscany? We are pleased to present our exclusive Tuscan Vegetarian Cooking Course, conducted by our chefs. A journey through the flavors and aromas of Tuscany suitable for those following a vegetarian diet, culminating in an unforgettable meal carefully paired with a selection of fine wines.

Set off for this thrilling adventure by a scrambler in the Chianti wine region. The scrambler is a motorcycle that is perfect for extreme sports lovers. Discover wondrous trails among the typical sceneries of Tuscany, among expanses of golden fields and verdant vineyards, and enjoy an unforgettable day in close contact with nature and its elements. Drive along the white roads that characterize the Chianti Senese! But not only that, you will also find yourself traveling on one of the most important routes connecting Italy to the UK, more specifically to the city of Canterbury: the Via Francigena, officially declared as the “European Cultural Route.” To conclude your experience in the beautiful Chianti area, you will be conducted to an exclusive winery with breathtaking views that only myTour in Italy can take you. Taste a glass of wine and enjoy a relaxing moment for yourself! Share this journey with your friends and be ravished by the idyllic views of Chianti.

Indulge in Florence like a VIP! Join our exclusive cooking adventure. Explore hidden shops brimming with authentic Tuscan flavors on a guided walking tour. Learn from a passionate chef, taste gourmet products, and gather fresh ingredients. In a small group, receive personalized attention as you transform into a master of Italian cuisine. Craft handmade pasta, rich sauces, and delectable desserts using traditional methods. Savor your creations paired with Tuscan wines. Take home a recipe booklet and a Florence guidebook - Buon appetito!

There are three things that put Tuscany on the top list: wine, truffles and cooking. Enjoy the best of those with a beautiful truffle hunting in the countryside followed by a cooking class and a special Wine Tasting.Truffle Hunt is a must try if you visit Tuscany! It’s not easy to find a truffle wood that is open to everybody and that is because truffle is considered a very rare and delicate item. Fly To Wine wanted to give you the chance to live this special experience, that’s why we looked for a private truffle wood to collaborate with. Once you are in Tuscany, don’t miss this one of a kind opportunity!

Immerse yourself in Italian cooking with this 4-day itinerary in Valtiberina from Arezzo. Learn how to cook gourmet dishes with the help of an executive chef. Discover historic places during your visit and prepare authentic dishes such as handmade tagliatelle, tiramisu, and Tuscan roast pork. This excursion includes 3-night accommodations.

Come and discover the magic of the Tuscan hills in an unforgettable adventure in search of fine truffles, accompanied by a four-legged friend specially trained for this experience. Luca, our expert guide, will lead you through breathtaking landscapes and reveal the secrets of this ancient art of truffle hunting. Upon returning, with our chef, you will learn how to use truffles to create extraordinary dishes that bring out their distinctive flavor and aroma. During the preparation, you will discover the secrets of Tuscan cuisine and how to skillfully combine ingredients to obtain surprising results. Finally, the tasting will be a real sensory journey. You will sit at the table to taste the dishes you have prepared, accompanied by a selection of carefully chosen local wines. This moment will be an opportunity to fully appreciate the harmony between the cuisine and the Tuscan territory.

The exclusive private course with a starred chef represents a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in high-level culinary art. This program, designed for those seeking an intensive and personalized learning experience, takes place in a refined environment and offers direct access to the expertise and creativity of a world-renowned chef.

Study in Italy with Melissa, la Studentessa Matta: where language isn’t just learned, it’s lived. Small groups, big adventures! Join Melissa and Paola Testi of Cultura Italiana language school in Arezzo, June 16-28, 2024, to LEARN & IMPROVE YOUR ITALIAN! The 2024 Arezzo Italian Language Program highlights include participation in the June Evening Joust – la Giostra del Saracino and the neighborhood Cena Propiziatoria in the Santo Spirito Quartiere. There will be two cooking classes, wine tastings, and excursions to Florence and Cortona! There will also be walking tours to meet and converse with local artisans and visit the city’s most beautiful churches and piazzas. We will see the Renaissance artist Vasari’s home and a shopping expedition! There will be unlimited Italian conversation practice and opportunities to meet and interact with like-minded Italian language students.

Meet our licensed guides and your professional photographer for the day at Podere La Marronaia at 09:30 AM and go to the nearest truffle area. With the help of our 4-legged friends, magnificently trained, and the experience of Mirco and Luca, our trusty truffle hunters, immerse yourself 360 degrees in this unique and exciting experience while the photographer will capture the most significant moments of the hunting. Then, return to Podere La Marronaia and enjoy a truffle-based lunch with a tasting of 4/5 organic & biodynamic wines and 6 extra virgin olive oils. Attention, the truffle hunting area is around a 10/15-minute drive from our winery. Guests should arrange the transfer by themselves. We also advise you to wear trekking shoes and comfortable clothes.

Imagine learning to cook Italian and Mediterranean dishes in our Tuscan 18th century Limonaia kitchen. The kitchen was originally used as the greenhouse for the lemon trees during the winter. Now it has been thoughtfully transformed into a commercial Tuscan kitchen with stunning views of the Tuscan hills and our lemon garden. The views from the grand windows will inspire and entrance you as you cook. After the class guests will eat lunch, drink local wine and tea or coffee surrounded by history and stunning Tuscan architecture. They will either enjoy a long lunch in the Limonaia kitchen or our stunning dining room with grand crystal chandeliers and 18th century frescoed walls. They are welcome to stay longer and play a game of tennis on our court, or visit the local village, or relax in our lemon garden. Minimum: 10 guests.

Learning to paint in a beautiful studio in the historic centre of Florence Italy is an amazing experience! Your instructor is a professional artist and teacher. You will receive step by step, personalized instruction and with Laura's guidance you will learn the full process, from start to finish, of creating your own Old Master copy painting. We welcome both absolute beginners and also more advanced students. The instruction is personalised to each student's level of experience and so it is perfect for everyone. Our studio is a welcoming environment in a beautiful, light-filled palazzo. It is the perfect setting in which to learn new skills and this workshop will give you confidence to continue your art journey at home.

For the first time you will have the opportunity to visit a leather bag factory. They will shows us the models it creates for fashion giants, bags and accessories which are then displayed for sale in the most famous streets in the world: Champs-Elysées, Fifth Avenue , Rodeo Drive, and many more. Vanessa, the hostess, will explain to us all, absolutely all the secrets and hard work that lie behind the glamorous facade of the great Made in Italy brands, with the help of a virtual reality experience. We will be able to handle the prototypes created for the great fashion houses of the world, we will be able to manufacture a small object ourselves and we will also have the opportunity to purchase bags and accessories. Subsequently we will visit the villa and the cellars of a historic farm and taste the genuine food typical of the Tuscan countryside, with a tasting of exclusive Chianti wine!