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Cook authentic pasta with unlimited wine in San Niccolo, Florence
Learn to make fresh pasta the way grandmothers did in Italy in a hands-on workshop where you will be taught every step as you prepare three classic varieties-ravioli, tortellini and tagliatelle-and match them with traditional sauces like butter and sage, pomarola and an old-fashioned Tuscan ragù; we provide all equipment, guide you through each process, and at the end you eat everything you helped create while enjoying good Tuscan wine, all inside a remarkable medieval tower from the 1200s a stone's throw from Brunelleschi's Dome in the San Niccolo neighborhood of Florence, where you can feel the history tied to Dante Alighieri through the tower that belonged to his wife's family.
About this activity in San Niccolo
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation.
Highlights
- Learn traditional homemade pasta techniques-make ravioli, tortellini and tagliatelle just like Italian grandmmas-in a hands-on class in San Niccolo, Florence.
- Prepare matching sauces (butter & sage, pomarola and classic Tuscan ragù) and enjoy everything you make together at the end of the session.
- Cook inside a 13th-century medieval tower a stone’s throw from Brunelleschi’s Dome, soaking in the historic atmosphere tied to Dante Alighieri’s era.
- All ingredients, equipment and instruction are provided; you can also pair the meal with good Tuscan wine or unlimited non-alcoholic drinks.
Important Information
- This hands-on workshop guides you through every step of pasta-making, suitable for beginners and those seeking authentic Tuscan techniques.
- All tools and ingredients are included-just bring a comfortable appetite and wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little flour on.
- The experience lasts approximately the time stated at booking; you’ll eat the dishes you prepare, making it a full food-and-drink activity in the heart of Florence.
- The school is located in a historic tower in the city center; expect narrow stair access and a compact, atmospheric cooking space typical of medieval buildings.
Meeting Point
Meet at the entrance of the medieval tower near Brunelleschi’s Dome in the San Niccolo area; follow the host into the cooking school inside the tower. Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. If you have mobility concerns or need assistance with stairs, contact the host before arrival so they can advise.
Includes
- You’ll receive all listed equipment and materials needed for the activity so you can focus on enjoying the experience without last-minute runs to shops.
- A local guide or instructor is provided where indicated, giving you on-the-ground knowledge of the neighborhood and helping you make the most of your time here.
- Admission fees and any pre-booked entry to partner venues are included when specified, so you can move straight into the event upon arrival.
Excludes
- Transportation to the meeting point and personal travel arrangements are not included; plan your arrival in San Niccolo, Florence, or the area accordingly.
- Meals and snacks are excluded unless explicitly listed, so bring provisions if you have dietary preferences or will be out during typical meal times.
- Gratuities, personal purchases, and optional upgrades are not covered, giving you flexibility to customize your experience on site.
Other
- Check age, fitness, and accessibility requirements before booking so the activity matches your needs and any companion arrangements here work smoothly.
- Weather-dependent experiences may be rescheduled or adapted; you’ll be notified promptly if conditions affect the plan in the region.
- Bring a printed or digital booking confirmation and a valid ID for check-in; this speeds up entry and keeps your schedule on track.
Customer Reviews
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Must do in Italy!!!!!!!!
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One of the highlights of our trip! Loved cooking pasta with our kids. Can’t wait to bring a little piece of Italy back home with us ❤️
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The chef was fantastic. Loved that we got to make all of our pastas without the chef taking over. And the unlimited wine was a plus
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Know more about San Niccolo
You will learn traditional techniques for making fresh pasta exactly like Italian grandmothers taught: step-by-step preparation of Ravioli, Tortellini and Tagliatelle, plus matching sauces including butter and sage, pomarola and old-fashioned Tuscan ragù. Instructors stand by you through every process so you practice each step until you feel confident.
No, you don’t need to bring anything. All equipment and ingredients are provided, so you can focus on learning to make fresh pasta and sauces without worrying about supplies.
The hands-on format and historic location make the workshop ideal for families, romantic couples and Group-Friendly bookings who want an immersive food and drink experience in the heart of the city.
The cooking school is inside a medieval tower from the 1200s, just a stone's throw from Brunelleschi's Dome. The historic setting lets you breathe the air and life of Dante Alighieri, since the tower belonged to his wife's family, enhancing your authentic Florence culinary experience.
Yes, at the end of the experience you will eat everything you have prepared. During the session you can also enjoy good Tuscan wine or unlimited non-alcoholic options as you cook and dine in the tower.
The class blends authentic Tuscan cooking-fresh pasta and traditional ragù-with cultural context by taking place inside a 13th-century tower near Brunelleschi's Dome. You’ll learn culinary skills while being surrounded by Florence’s rich history and literary ties to Dante.