Florence · WORKSHOPS
A shortlist you could hand a friend before their first trip to Florence: 15 workshops & classes, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing worth knowing before you book.
Make ravioli, tortelli, and pappardelle from scratch in a medieval tower near Brunelleschi’s Dome. A chef, including instructors such as Andrea, Antonio, and Victoria, guides each step, from dough to sauces. You eat what the group prepares, with Tuscan wine and soft drinks included.
“Awesome experience. Antonio was a great guide and chef!”
Leave central Florence by coach for a private Tuscan estate, where a chef leads you through pizza or three kinds of fresh pasta, plus homemade gelato. The class includes focaccia, wine or beer, a sit-down meal, recipes, and a cooking diploma. Instructors have included Cris, Arla, Davide, Carmella, and Tiziano.
“We had an absolute blast! All the instructors were so nice and funny. They helped us have a great evening and helped us cool some really great food. We can’t wait to try these recipes at home! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun cooking class. It was just right outside the city but felt like you were in the countryside with amazing views.”
Spend three hours in a restaurant in central Florence making fresh pasta from scratch and preparing tiramisu with an English-speaking instructor. Then eat what you made with wine, and finish with limoncello or coffee. Instructors have included Amber, Alessandro, Clive, Narghess, and Alexandrea. The $56 price includes the class, meal, dessert, and wine.
“This class with Amber was really great. She was immediately engaging and funny. Our small group all enjoyed music, wine, and a lot of laughs and learning. Amber taught us how to make pasta and tiramisu, gave us tips and recipes, and helped us to create a delicious dinner. After making our pasta, our group enjoyed wine and conversation in the restaurant while our pasta was cooked and sauced. We were amazed at how much and how amazing it all was. Thank you for such a fun and memorable experience, Amber! (We have already made tiramisu after returning home and can't wait to make some ravioli!)”
In central Florence, a chef guides you through fresh ravioli, tortelli and pappardelle in a 13th-century tower linked to Dante’s wife’s family. The three-hour English-language class provides ingredients and equipment, then serves your pasta with Tuscan sauces, wine and soft drinks. Classes are capped at 15; instructors have included Lorenzo, Antonio and Valentino.
“It was really fun! Really great experience and would highly recommend:) got to make three different types of pasta and try them with different sauces”
Meet at Florence’s Piazza della Stazione at 9:00 am for a guided market walk, tastings, and a minibus ride to a Tuscan farmhouse. With cooks such as Luca and Erika, you prepare a seasonal four-course meal, including fresh pasta and tiramisu, then eat it with Tuscan wine. Recipes and a cooking diploma are included.
“Amazing time learning Italian recipes with Luca! He is a great tour guide and the estate was beautiful.”
At a workshop near the Arno, an English-speaking chef guides you through making three kinds of fresh pasta, including ribbon pasta, ravioli, and tortelli. You then eat your creations with Tuscan wine and dessert. The class lasts about three hours, takes up to 12 people, and includes printable recipes to make the dishes again at home.
“Ale was brilliant, made the class really enjoyable and fun while also being extremely knowledgeable about the cuisine and Italian life in general. Well worth doing.”
In this three-hour Florence class, you make fettuccine, ricotta-and-spinach ravioli, and tiramisu with an English-speaking instructor, then eat your work with wine, coffee, and limoncello. Instructors have included Alessandro, Ambar, Katarina, and Jacob. The venue changes by start time, so check your booking for the correct restaurant.
“This was so much fun!! We learned a lot about making pasta and Alessandro was amazing!! I’d give this 10 stars if I could!!”
At Towns of Italy’s Florence cooking school, a professional chef guides you through pizza dough, regional pizza styles, and traditional gelato. You’ll make your own pizza, sample flavors, and share a meal with unlimited wine. The gelato includes a demonstration, so you may watch rather than make it yourself. The class lasts about three hours and welcomes families.
“The experience was very instructional and educational as well as a lot of fun. The instructor Federico made the whole experience easy and entertaining.”
Meet a local chef in central Florence, visit Mercato Centrale for food samples and ingredients, then make an Italian lunch at a cooking school. Expect hands-on pasta work, sauces and dessert, with Chianti at the table. Classes have been led by chefs including Federico, Tommaso, Alice and Jon. The menu changes in March 2026.
“We thoroughly enjoyed this experience, our head chef Jon made the experience fun interactive and so enjoyable. We would highly recommend this class for anyone visiting Florence.”
Near Florence’s San Lorenzo Central Market, a professional chef guides you through pizza dough, sauce, and toppings, then demonstrates gelato-making and explains how to choose good ingredients. You eat your own pizza with Chianti, taste chocolate gelato, and take home a class certificate. Instructors vary, with Alice, Roberta, Tommaso, and Andrea among those who have led classes.
“Really fun and unique experience to do in Florence. However, we only got 5 topping choices and ideally would have liked to see a few more, considering the cost of the activity. Chef Andrea was great and told us some great stories and history of Italian cuisine! The certificate from the experience was a nice touch too.”
Travel from Florence to a countryside estate for a five-hour, hands-on pizza and gelato class. Chefs such as Tiziano, Arla, Livio, Max, and Gloria guide you through dough, toppings, and gelato flavors, then you eat what you make with wine or beer. Transport and recipes are included.
“By far the best experience I had in Italy🤍 Arla, Livio and Max were super friendly, taking us step by step on how to make an authentic Italian pizza and Gelato, despite having back to back classes they were very energetic, very funny and very welcoming specially Arla who made us dance and sing in Italian 🤍🤌🏽 pizza was delicious 🍕 and all the gelato flavors and adds up were something I’ve never had before so yummy 🍨 and more over the kitchen view was breathtaking ! Thank you so much 🤍”
In a small-group Florence cooking class, a multilingual chef guides you through three kinds of pasta, sauces, and an Italian dessert. Roll dough by hand and use a pasta machine, then eat what you made with Tuscan wine and water. You leave with the recipes. Some bookings also add an afternoon street-food tour featuring local specialties such as lampredotto.
“She made pasta making fun!! Excellent chef and storyteller! 10/10!”
Leave Florence at 8:30 am for a full day in the Tuscan countryside. Explore Castellina, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, and Certaldo, then join a cooking class and eat the meal you help prepare. Two wine tastings are included. Guides such as Marco, Marta, and Emma have led the tour, but guide assignments can vary.
“Trip was great and we especially enjoyed our guide Lila. All of the towns are beautiful and the winery did an excellent job of presenting their products.”
Meet in Florence at 4:45 pm for an English-language cooking class of about four hours. With a chef and assistant, you’ll prepare a four-course meal, share dinner with the group and take home a recipe booklet. Menus vary, so don’t book for one specific dish. Each chef teaches up to 15 participants.
“The instruction was good and the food tasted amazing but we thought we would be more hands on and not sharing with a group of 6”
At the Towns of Italy Cooking School, an English-speaking chef guides you through two fresh pastas, with a gelato-making demonstration and a shared meal. Choose the premium morning option to visit Florence’s Central Market, taste local products, and prepare ragù, seasonal pesto, and tiramisu. Instructors may include Jon, Roberta, Federico, and David.
“We had a great time learning about making pasta and gelato today. Frederico P was our chef and kept us informed and entertained the whole time. He was very patient and friendly helping us out when we got stuck in places. The best part was all the little tips we learned. Highly recommended!”
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