Traditional Farmhouse Cooking Experience in Lucca With Lunch or Dinner

Enjoy the rustic charm of Tuscan farmhouse cooking with Antonietta’s renowned experience in Lucca. Learn time-honored techniques for creating authentic pasta and sauces, then savor the fruits of your labor over a delightful three-course meal. This intimate class, limited to just six participants, promises personalized attention and a taste of la dolce vita. Uncover the secrets of Tuscan cuisine and…

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Key Points

Authentic Tuscan cooking experience hosted by Antonietta, a highly-rated local chef, featuring hands-on pasta-making and tomato sauce preparation.
Opportunity to create a full three-course meal, including a Tuscan antipasto, fresh pasta, and homemade dessert, paired with local wine and limoncello.
Convenient meeting points in Lucca’s historic center and the farmhouse site, with optional hotel pickup and drop-off service available.
Earns a 5-star rating and 100% recommendation from past travelers, praised for its warm interactions and immersive traditional cuisine experience.
Limited to a maximum of 6 travelers, with a minimum of 2 people per booking, ensuring a personalized and intimate cooking class.

Experience Overview

The traditional farmhouse cooking experience in Lucca, Italy offers travelers an immersive opportunity to learn authentic Tuscan cuisine.

Hosted by Antonietta, the highly-rated class provides hands-on pasta-making instruction and a chance to create a classic tomato sauce.

Guests enjoy a full three-course lunch or dinner showcasing local ingredients, paired with Tuscan wine.

The experience earns a Badge of Excellence with 100% recommendation from past travelers.

Whether a novice or experienced cook, visitors can expect a warm, community-driven atmosphere and genuine Italian hospitality throughout the half-day class.

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Class Details

Participants can expect a sample menu featuring a typical Tuscan antipasto as the starter, fresh pasta for the main course, and a homemade dessert.

The experience includes a three-course lunch or dinner with fine local wine, limoncello, and recipes to take home.

The hands-on cooking class covers authentic pasta-making techniques and homegrown tomato sauce secrets.

Pickup and drop-off at designated meeting points in Lucca and Capannori are available for an additional fee.

Dietary requirements can be accommodated if advised at booking.

The class is limited to a maximum of 6 travelers, with a minimum of 2 people per booking.

Sample Menu

As part of the traditional farmhouse cooking experience in Lucca, guests can expect a sample menu featuring a typical Tuscan antipasto as the starter.

The main course is pasta fresca, freshly made during the hands-on cooking class. For dessert, participants savor a homemade Italian treat.

Throughout the meal, guests enjoy fine local wine, with half a bottle per person. The experience culminates with a taste of limoncello, a classic Italian lemon liqueur.

This delectable three-course lunch or dinner showcases the flavors of Tuscany in an authentic, homestyle setting.

What’s Included

When guests book the traditional farmhouse cooking experience in Lucca, the package includes a full three-course lunch or dinner. The meal features a typical Tuscan antipasto, homemade pasta, and a homemade dessert. Along with the meal, guests enjoy a half-bottle of fine local wine per person and a refreshing limoncello. The experience also includes the opportunity to learn hands-on pasta-making techniques and the secrets of Tuscan sauce preparation. Guests leave with the recipes to recreate the dishes at home.

What’s Included
3-Course Meal	Local Wine	Recipes
Antipasto	1/2 Bottle per Person	To Take Home
Pasta	Limoncello	Cooking Class

Meeting Points

The meeting points for the traditional farmhouse cooking experience in Lucca are the Piazza Santa Maria in central Lucca and the Via dei Selmi location in Capannori, just outside the city.

Piazza Santa Maria, in the heart of Lucca’s historic center, is a convenient starting point for those exploring the city.

The Via dei Selmi location, situated in the countryside outside Lucca, is the actual site of the farmhouse where the cooking class takes place.

Participants can choose to meet at either location, with the option to add a round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off service for an additional fee.

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Cooking Experience and Atmosphere

Participants can look forward to a hands-on experience learning authentic Italian pasta-making techniques from the farmhouse’s host, Antonietta.

They’ll learn the secrets of crafting fresh pasta dough and shaping it into traditional forms. Guests will also discover the art of preparing rich, flavorful pasta sauces using homegrown tomatoes.

The casual, friendly atmosphere encourages an engaging and relaxed cooking experience.

Diners can enjoy an array of local delicacies, including cold cuts, cheeses, bruschetta, and vegetable specialties.

Vegetarian options are available upon request, ensuring a memorable meal for all participants.

Additional Information

Confirmation is received at the time of booking for this Traditional Farmhouse Cooking Experience. It’s not wheelchair accessible, but infant seats are available. The class is limited to a maximum of 6 travelers, with a minimum of 2 people per booking. Dietary requirements should be advised at the time of booking. Those who prefer to simply enjoy the atmosphere without participating in the cooking can choose that option.

Information	Details
Confirmation	Received at booking
Accessibility	Not wheelchair accessible
Infant Seats	Available
Group Size	Max 6 travelers, min 2 per booking
Dietary Requirements	To be advised at booking
Option	Enjoy atmosphere without cooking

Reviews and Recommendations

What do reviews and recommendations say about this Traditional Farmhouse Cooking Experience in Lucca?

Based on 26 reviews, the experience earns a 5-star rating with 100% recommendation from travelers.

Highlights include the warm and personal interactions with hosts Antonietta and Pietro, the hands-on pasta-making and sauce-crafting lessons, and the memorable multi-course meals paired with local wine.

Reviewers praise the authentic Italian hospitality and genuine community feel.

This cooking class is highly recommended for anyone seeking an immersive experience in traditional Tuscan cuisine.

The cooking school’s Badge of Excellence further validates its quality.

Ask Away

What Is the Minimum Age Requirement for Participants?

There’s no minimum age requirement specified for this cooking experience. It’s suitable for all ages, though young children may require adult supervision to participate safely in the hands-on activities.

Can I Bring My Own Cooking Utensils or Aprons?

Participants can’t bring their own cooking utensils or aprons. The class provides all necessary equipment and aprons. Bringing outside items could interfere with the authentic, hands-on experience the hosts aim to provide.

Is There an Opportunity to Purchase Additional Wine or Limoncello?

Guests can purchase additional wine or limoncello during the meal. The experience includes a half-bottle of wine per person, but more may be purchased separately to enjoy with the three-course homemade Italian feast.

Can I Request a Private Cooking Class for My Group?

Yes, private cooking classes can be arranged for groups. You’ll need to book a minimum of 2 people, and the host can accommodate up to 6 travelers per class. Just let them know your requirements when making the reservation.

Is There an Option to Extend the Class Duration?

Yes, the experience can be extended for a private group. Travelers can request an extended duration to dive deeper into the cooking lessons and enjoy more time with the hosts Antonietta and Pietro in their charming farmhouse setting.

Final Words

The Traditional Farmhouse Cooking Experience in Lucca offers an immersive and authentic culinary adventure. Hosted by the charming Antonietta, participants learn traditional pasta-making techniques and create a delightful three-course Tuscan meal. With a small group, personalized attention, and rave reviews, this is a must-try experience for anyone seeking a taste of Tuscan hospitality and cuisine.