Private Florence Market Tour and Pasta Making Class With Cinzia

The private Florence market tour and pasta making class with Cinzia offers a unique culinary experience for visitors. Participants can explore local markets, source fresh ingredients, and learn the art of handcrafting Italian pasta in an intimate setting. This hands-on class not only imparts valuable cooking skills but also provides an opportunity to savor the authentic flavors of Tuscan cuisine. With the guidance of an experienced chef, guests can expect to create a delectable multi-course meal, accompanied by regional wines, that captures the essence of Florence’s vibrant food culture.

Key Points

• A private, hands-on pasta-making class in Florence, Italy, led by Cinzia, where participants prepare three pasta dishes and a dessert.
• Includes a tour of local grocery stores and markets to gather fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Authentic Italian dining experience with local prosecco and wine, and all taxes and gratuities included.
• Vegetarian option available upon request, and dietary restrictions accommodated.
• Meeting point at Loggia del Bigallo in Florence, with hotel pickup and drop-off provided.

Tour Overview

The tour offers a private Florence Market Tour and Pasta Making Class with Cinzia.

Located in Florence, Italy, the experience has a 5.0 rating based on 5 reviews.

Priced from $182.00 per person, the tour allows for free cancellation up to 24 hours before it begins.

Highlights include a hands-on pasta-making class, gathering fresh ingredients, preparing three pasta dishes and a dessert, and enjoying local prosecco and wine.

Inclusions cover the private tour, home-cooked Italian dinner, taxes, and gratuities.

The meeting point is at the Loggia del Bigallo, and the end point is at Via di Scandicci.

Experience Highlights

A hands-on cooking experience in a homely Italian kitchen allows participants to master the basics of Italian pasta-making.

During the class, guests gather fresh ingredients from local grocery stores and supermarkets. They then prepare and enjoy three pasta dishes and a dessert, accompanied by local prosecco and wine.

The private tour and cooking class provide an authentic Italian dining experience, with all taxes, fees, and gratuities included.

Dietary restrictions can be accommodated, and the menu varies by season to showcase the freshest local produce.

Inclusions

Included in the tour are a private tour of local supermarkets and a hands-on cooking class, where participants prepare an authentic home-cooked Italian dinner.

The tour also includes all taxes, fees, and handling charges, as well as gratuities. Hotel pickup and drop-off are provided.

The tour includes all taxes, fees, and handling charges, as well as gratuities. Hotel pickup and drop-off are provided.

The cooking class menu varies by season, so participants can specify their preferences during booking. A vegetarian option is available upon request.

The market experience may be unavailable in July and August due to heat. This is a private tour, so only the participant’s group will be in attendance.

Meeting and End Points

Loggia del Bigallo in Piazza di San Giovanni, 1, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy serves as the meeting point for this tour.

The tour concludes at Via di Scandicci, Firenze FI, Italy. Exact addresses for the meeting and end points are provided upon booking confirmation.

The tour is not wheelchair accessible but is stroller accessible. Service animals are allowed, and the tour is near public transportation.

Participants must advise any dietary restrictions or preferences at the time of booking, as a vegetarian option is available upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Bring My Own Wine or Beer to the Class?

The participants are generally not allowed to bring their own alcoholic beverages to the pasta making class. The experience includes local prosecco and wine, typically 1-2 glasses per person, as part of the inclusions.

Is the Cooking Class Suitable for Children?

The cooking class may be suitable for children, depending on their age and ability to participate. The class includes alcohol and adult content, so parental discretion is advised. Specific child-friendly options may be available upon request.

How Many People Are Typically in the Group?

The group size for this cooking class varies based on the number of participants booked. As it is a private tour, only the customer’s group will attend, with no additional participants. The maximum group size is not specified.

Can You Accommodate Food Allergies or Intolerances?

The tour can accommodate dietary restrictions or preferences, including vegetarian options, if advised at the time of booking. Special requirements such as food allergies or intolerances can be catered for upon request.

Is There a Dress Code for the Cooking Class?

There is no strict dress code for the cooking class. Participants are advised to wear comfortable, casual clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for working in the kitchen. The focus is on the cooking experience rather than formal attire.

The Sum Up

The Private Florence Market Tour and Pasta Making Class with Cinzia offers an immersive culinary experience in the heart of Italy. Guests explore local markets, learn traditional pasta-making techniques, and savor a multi-course meal paired with prosecco and wine. This hands-on cooking class in a cozy Italian kitchen ensures an authentic and memorable evening for foodies.