Dolce Vita by Day Market Tour & Pasta Making Class

Experience an authentic taste of Florence with the "Dolce Vita by Day Market Tour & Pasta Making Class." This immersive culinary adventure begins at a local farmer’s market, where you’ll explore seasonal ingredients and chat with vendors. Then, it’s off to a cozy Florentine apartment to craft two types of pasta and a classic Tuscan dessert, all while sipping on local wines. With a perfect rating, this tour promises a delightful experience that’ll have you craving more.

Key Points

• Immersive tour exploring Florence’s local markets, including meeting vendors and shopping for fresh ingredients.
• Hands-on pasta-making class where participants prepare two types of pasta and a classic Tuscan dessert.
• Cooking class takes place in a Florentine apartment, featuring a personalized menu and wine pairings.
• Guests savor the handcrafted meal in a cozy apartment setting, with freshly baked Tuscan bread and biscotti.
• Tour starts at 10:00 am and is priced from $122.69 per person with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

Overview

This experience offers visitors an immersive exploration of Florence’s local markets and a hands-on pasta making class.

Rated 5.0 based on 3 reviews, the "Dolce Vita by Day" tour takes participants on a market exploration to meet local vendors and shop for fresh ingredients.

The cooking class follows, where guests prepare two types of pasta and sauces, along with a classic Tuscan dessert.

The tour is priced from $122.69 per person and allows for free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

The private experience culminates in a shared meal in a Florentine apartment.

Market Exploration

Visitors kick off the experience by exploring a local farmer’s market in Florence.

Visitors embark on a culinary journey by exploring a local farmer’s market in the heart of Florence.

They’ll learn about seasonal ingredients, Italian butchery, and artisanal cheeses from the expert host Ileana.

The market tour offers an immersive glimpse into the city’s vibrant food culture:

1. Meet local vendors, including butchers and salumi specialists.

2. Shop for fresh produce and cooking ingredients.

3. Discover the stories and traditions behind the region’s finest culinary offerings.

This hands-on introduction lays the foundation for the upcoming pasta-making class, where you will transform their market finds into a delectable homemade meal.

Cooking Class

Participants then head to a Florentine apartment in Sant’Ambrogio to embark on the pasta-making class.

There, they’ll prepare a personalized menu featuring two fresh pastas – Tagliatelle al Ragu di Salsiccia and Ricotta & Lemon Ravioli al Pomodoro – along with two seasonal sauces.

While cooking, they’ll enjoy Tuscan bites, prosecco, and wine pairings.

Vegetarian options are available, though the experience isn’t recommended for vegans.

At the mid-way point, guests can savor a refreshing prosecco or spritz.

Finally, they’ll sample freshly made Tuscan bread and biscotti from a local bakery, savoring the handcrafted meal in the cozy apartment.

Meal Experience

After the cooking class, guests savor the handcrafted meal in a Florentine apartment in Sant’Ambrogio.

They enjoy a mid-way cooking snack of prosecco or spritz.

The menu features:

1. Tagliatelle al Ragu di Salsiccia

2. Ricotta & Lemon Ravioli al Pomodoro

3. Tiramisu for dessert

Freshly made Tuscan bread and biscotti from a local bakery complement the meal.

Guests relish the flavors of their homemade creations, paired with Tuscan wine, in a cozy, authentic setting.

Meeting and Logistics

The meeting point for this experience is located at Via Pietrapiana, 14, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy.

The meeting point for this experience is located at Via Pietrapiana, 14, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy.

The tour starts at 10:00 am and ends back at the meeting point.

This is a private tour, so only your group will participate.

The experience isn’t wheelchair accessible, but service animals are allowed.

The location is near public transportation for easy access.

Reviews

Positive feedback highlights the informative and friendly host, Ileana, who leads the Dolce Vita Market Tour and Pasta Making Class.

Participants enjoy the:

1. Engaging market tour, where they learn about seasonal ingredients, Italian butchery, and artisanal cheeses from local vendors.

2. Hands-on pasta-making experience, where they craft two fresh pastas and sauces, culminating in a satisfying Tuscan meal.

3. Convivial atmosphere, with Prosecco, wine pairings, and a mid-way cooking snack, creating an overall favorite experience.

Reviewers praise the class as a must-do activity for those seeking an authentic Florentine culinary adventure.

Highlights

This Dolce Vita Market Tour and Pasta Making Class offers a captivating culinary immersion in the heart of Florence.

Guests can explore a local farmer’s market, meet passionate vendors, and shop for seasonal ingredients.

The hands-on cooking class focuses on preparing two types of fresh pasta and sauces, culminating in a mouthwatering meal.

Along the way, participants enjoy Tuscan bites, prosecco, and wine pairings.

The friendly host, Ileana, provides an informative and enjoyable experience that has made this class a favorite among reviewers.

Experience Details

After meeting at the designated starting point on Via Pietrapiana, guests embark on a guided exploration of a local farmer’s market.

Here, they learn about seasonal ingredients, Italian butchery, and artisanal cheeses. Guests meet local vendors, including butchers and salumi specialists, and shop for fresh produce and cooking ingredients.

Guests learn about seasonal ingredients, Italian butchery, and artisanal cheeses, meeting local vendors and shopping for fresh produce.

The experience continues with a hands-on pasta-making class.

Guests prepare a personalized menu featuring:

1. Two fresh pastas: Tagliatelle al Ragu di Salsiccia, Ricotta & Lemon Ravioli al Pomodoro

2. Two seasonal sauces

3. Tiramisu for dessert

Throughout the cooking process, guests enjoy Tuscan bites, prosecco, and wine pairings.

The Sum Up

This immersive culinary experience offers the chance to explore Florence’s vibrant farmer’s market, learn hands-on pasta making, and savor a delightful Tuscan meal paired with local wines. With its perfect rating, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking an authentic taste of Florentine cuisine and culture.