You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your local host. As the icing on the cake, you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. This experience is held by Cesarine, the oldest Italy’s network of home cooks available in more than 500 cities all over the country. Cesarine stands for "home cook", they are passionate and welcoming local hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. The Cesarine serve only local specialties from their family cookbooks to tell the great story of their traditional regional cuisine.

Experience a truly authentic Tuscan pasta class in Cortona, held in our chef-designed cooking venue in the historic town center. What sets us apart is the perfect blend of tradition, quality, and hospitality: you’ll start with a Tuscan tagliere and aperitivo, featuring local products and regional flavors. Guided by expert local chefs, you’ll prepare 2–3 varieties of handmade pasta and learn how to make traditional Tuscan sauces, discovering the secrets of pairing shapes and sauces like a real Italian cook. Ingredients are fresh, seasonal, and as local as possible for an authentic km-zero Tuscan experience. We also offer round-trip transportation on request, making your experience smooth and stress-free. Warm, immersive, and rich in genuine culinary techniques, this pasta class delivers the true taste of Tuscany and skills you’ll confidently recreate at home.

Study in Italy with Melissa, la Studentessa Matta: where language isn’t just learned, it’s lived. Small groups, big adventures! Join Melissa and Paola Testi of Cultura Italiana language school in Arezzo, June 16-28, 2024, to LEARN & IMPROVE YOUR ITALIAN! The 2024 Arezzo Italian Language Program highlights include participation in the June Evening Joust – la Giostra del Saracino and the neighborhood Cena Propiziatoria in the Santo Spirito Quartiere. There will be two cooking classes, wine tastings, and excursions to Florence and Cortona! There will also be walking tours to meet and converse with local artisans and visit the city’s most beautiful churches and piazzas. We will see the Renaissance artist Vasari’s home and a shopping expedition! There will be unlimited Italian conversation practice and opportunities to meet and interact with like-minded Italian language students.

Immerse yourself in Italian culinary traditions with a hands-on pasta and tiramisu cooking class. Learn how to roll fresh pasta ('sfoglia') by hand and prepare two iconic pasta dishes from scratch. Plus, master the art of making Italy’s beloved dessert, tiramisu. Join a small group and share your love for Italian cuisine while connecting with fellow food enthusiasts. The experience begins with an Italian Aperitivo to kickstart your cooking adventure. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy's oldest network of home cooks, this class offers a unique opportunity to learn from passionate local hosts who share authentic regional specialties passed down through generations. A perfect way to experience the heart of Italian culture!

Discover the true taste of Cortona with an immersive, hands-on cooking experience focused on Pizza and Focaccia Toscana. Learn to prepare the dough from scratch, create a variety of delicious toppings, and bake the perfect Tuscan flatbread under the guidance of a skilled local cook. As you shape and layer the ingredients, you'll appreciate the tradition and flavors that make this dishes so beloved in Tuscany. While the pizza bakes, enjoy a small aperitivo, explore Cortonai’s culinary traditions, and experience the warmth of Italian hospitality. Finally, savor your homemade pizza and focaccia, paired with a glass of regional wine, for a truly immersive and flavorful experience. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this experience offers an authentic, local perspective that no restaurant can match. Join us in Cortona to cook, taste, and enjoy Tuscany like a true local!

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your local host. As the icing on the cake, you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. This experience is held by Cesarine, the oldest Italy’s network of home cooks available in more than 500 cities all over the country. Cesarine stands for "home cook", they are passionate and welcoming local hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. The Cesarine serve only local specialties from their family cookbooks to tell the great story of their traditional regional cuisine.

You will be welcomed into our country house, immersed in the beauty of the rolling Sienese hills. I am a professional Chef and Sommelier, and I love welcoming people from all over the world into my home to share my family's recipes and traditions with you. Here I will be happy to welcome you in our professional kitchen with access to the garden, where we will prepare specialties and different types of fresh pasta with their accompanying sauces. All the ingredients used come from our organic garden, and where not available, from small farms nearby. You will be guided step by step to make the various fresh pasta doughs, their fillings and together we will prepare the accompanying sauces. At the end of the lesson we will taste the prepared dishes together, paired with a glass of excellent wine! Vegetarian/vegan/gluten free options are available. We ask you to indicate any dietary preferences during your booking. Looking forward to meet you!

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your local host. As the icing on the cake, you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. This experience is held by Cesarine, the oldest Italy’s network of home cooks available in more than 500 cities all over the country. Cesarine stands for "home cook", they are passionate and welcoming local hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. The Cesarine serve only local specialties from their family cookbooks to tell the great story of their traditional regional cuisine.

Experience a memorable evening of pizza-making and wood-fired baking in a charming garden with stunning views of Siena. This hands-on culinary adventure will guide you through the secrets of crafting the perfect pizza dough and baking it to perfection in a traditional wood-fired oven. The class begins with a tasting of "ciaccini", a local specialty, served with a variety of toppings like pecorino cheese, sausage, cherry tomatoes, or simply rosemary and rock salt. Next, create your own Margherita pizza, where each guest can spread their dough and add their favorite toppings. To finish, enjoy a sweet pizza dessert topped with sugar and hazelnut cream. Throughout the evening, sip on craft beer from a brewery, adding the perfect touch to this culinary experience. This unique experience combines authentic flavors, beautiful surroundings, and the joy of hands-on cooking for a truly unforgettable night.

This Cortona cooking experience is perfect for food lovers, curious travelers, and anyone looking to connect with authentic Italian food and culture. Join a local in her charming Tuscan farmhouse for a 1.5-hour hands-on cooking class featuring traditional Italian recipes. Begin your experience with a welcome aperitif and a scenic stroll around her beautiful countryside home. Learn to make classic dishes like handmade pasta or pizza, and beloved desserts such as tiramisu or cantucci. Learn family recipes and expert tips passed down through generations of Italian cooks. An immersive culinary journey through Tuscany, filled with local ingredients, heartfelt tradition, and authentic flavors.

Enjoy a welcome aperitif in a Tuscan farmhouse garden, then get hands-on making iconic local pasta dishes, from stuffed tortelli to tagliatelle and pici, discovering authentic Tuscan flavors in the countryside

Every shot taken with the pinhole camera is literally unrepeatable: there is no viewfinder or autofocus, just a hole of light that records reality on Fuji instant film. The result is a dreamlike image, blurred at the edges, full of vintage atmosphere — your signature Arezzo postcard. We will walk slowly through medieval squares and hidden alleys; Luca will teach you to read light, choose the frame and calculate the exposure time by hand, transforming photography into an act of meditation. The group of maximum 5 people guarantees space for questions and experimentation. Each participant receives their own set of original prints and a signed pinhole portrait, a souvenir not found elsewhere. No equipment to bring, no skills required: just curiosity and desire to see the world with another time and another look.

Enjoy an authentic Italian cooking class in Città della Pieve, a picturesque town between Tuscany and Umbria. This hands-on pasta making class or pizza making class teaches traditional Italian recipes and cooking techniques passed down through generations. Learn to make fresh dough from scratch while discovering local food traditions, culture, and everyday life in rural Italy. This authentic cooking class is perfect for travelers seeking a true local experience in Umbria.