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San Gimignano
The Family Tuscan Cooking class will start with a tour of a Vernaccia vineyard, one of the oldest in San Gimignano.
Then, you will be accompanied to a family kitchen to learn the secrets of Tuscan cuisine. First, you will start to prepare the dessert which can be a traditional Chocolate Salami, a classic Margherita Cake (made using a secret family recipe), the famous Cantuccini, or delicious sweet biscuits with red wine and extra virgin olive oil. Then, you will move on to the preparation of pasta (Pici or Ricotta Gnocchi), to which you will combine a sauce based on seasonal vegetables. Finally, you will prepare the famous Tuscan bruschetta and 3/4 different toppings. At the end of the cooking lesson, you will have the chance to enjoy what you have prepared in one of the exclusive private tasting rooms or the garden with a view of the San Gimignano Medieval towers. You will be provided with an additional course and a tasty selection of Tuscan cold cuts and cheeses during the meal.
This option also includes a choice of at least four organic and biodynamic local wines, such as Vernaccia di San Gimignano and Chianti Colli Senesi, and 6 kinds of extra virgin olive oils, natural and flavored.
Additional Details:
Note: This is a DAY TOUR with no hotel accommodations included. Price is subject to change based on travel date chosen at the time of booking. Price is not reflective of trade fairs, holidays and blackout dates. Full terms and conditions apply. Inquire for full details at the time of booking. Excluded are personal expenses, tips & gratuities.
Included:
- Chianti Cooking Class with Tasting of Wine and Olive Oil - Day Tour
- Roundtrip transportation
- Driver
- Cook
- Private English-speaking Escort
- Meal included
Highlights:
San Gimignano
The Family Tuscan Cooking class will start with a tour of a Vernaccia vineyard, one of the oldest in San Gimignano.
Then, you will be accompanied to a family kitchen to learn the secrets of Tuscan cuisine. First, you will start to prepare the dessert which can be a traditional Chocolate Salami, a classic Margherita Cake (made using a secret family recipe), the famous Cantuccini, or delicious sweet biscuits with red wine and extra virgin olive oil. Then, you will move on to the preparation of pasta (Pici or Ricotta Gnocchi), to which you will combine a sauce based on seasonal vegetables. Finally, you will prepare the famous Tuscan bruschetta and 3/4 different toppings. At the end of the cooking lesson, you will have the chance to enjoy what you have prepared in one of the exclusive private tasting rooms or the garden with a view of the San Gimignano Medieval towers. You will be provided with an additional course and a tasty selection of Tuscan cold cuts and cheeses during the meal.
This option also includes a choice of at least four organic and biodynamic local wines, such as Vernaccia di San Gimignano and Chianti Colli Senesi, and 6 kinds of extra virgin olive oils, natural and flavored.
- Duration: 6 hours (approx 3 hours experience)
- Departs: 8:30am - 11:30am - 1:00pm
- Pick-up/check-in time: 15 minutes prior to departure
- Pick up/Drop off location: Your hotel in Florence
- Restrictions: Minimum of 2 persons is required
- Cancellation policy: Cancellation 50% of the total cost after booking
- Notes: Available on request vegetarian and vegan options. Please advise us in case of allergies or intolerance before the experience
Additional Details:
Note: This is a DAY TOUR with no hotel accommodations included. Price is subject to change based on travel date chosen at the time of booking. Price is not reflective of trade fairs, holidays and blackout dates. Full terms and conditions apply. Inquire for full details at the time of booking. Excluded are personal expenses, tips & gratuities.
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