This was honestly one of the highlights of our time in Florence. There were 13 of us in the class, including my wife and me, and Gustavo, our chef and instructor, was fantastic. He was patient, funny, and made everything easy to understand. He demonstrated what we needed to do and explained each step, but we actually did the cooking ourselves. We made a spinach flan, fresh pasta and filling for potato and basil ravioli, fresh tomato sauce for the ravioli, a chicken dish, and panna cotta for dessert. I had let them know when booking that I am pescatarian, and they had an alternative prepared for me, which I really appreciated. After we finished cooking, we went downstairs to a beautiful stone and brick cellar where everyone sat together at one long table and ate what we had made. Bottles of wine and water were brought to the table, and by then it felt less like a cooking class and more like a dinner with a bunch of people you’d just met. We had couples from Switzerland, Brazil, Wisconsin and other places, and everyone talked and laughed over dinner. The directions to the school were easy to follow, everything was well organized, and afterward they gave us the recipes for everything we had prepared. And then there was the walk home. My wife and I crossed the Arno on a beautiful moonlit Florence night after spending the evening cooking, drinking wine and having dinner with people from around the world. Pretty hard to beat that. I really don’t think I would change a thing.
4 - Courses Dinner Interactive Cooking Lesson In Florence
At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $95 / person
- Location
- Florence, Italy
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 121 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN, IT, IT
- Group
- Small group, up to 16
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Doing business as: In Tavola
- Meeting point
- Cooking lessons are held at Via dei Velluti, 20 r. Firenze, so close to Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti.It is easily accessible by public transportation:ATAF Bus N°11, D, 6, C3By carParking can be found at Porta Romana, and the school can be reached by foot or by bus N° C3, D getting off at the Palazzo Pitti stop.
Description
The 4-Course Dinner is a lesson for those wanting to enjoy the evening, cooking and eating a traditional Italian meal with friends. This class is a practical and interactive group experience, allowing you to create and enjoy dishes that you can bring into your daily life. You will be preparing an appetizer, a fresh pasta dish, a meat dish and a dessert. Menu: • Monday: Flan Verdure / Caprese Potato Tortelli with Tomato Sauce / Sardinian Gnocchetti with Mediterranean Sauce Chicken Contadina / Chicken Cacciatore Tiramisu / Caramel Panna Cotta • Friday: Potato Soufflé / Vegetable Sformato Spinach Ravioli with Butter and Sage Sauce / Potato Gnocchi with Sorrentina Sauce Chicken Marsala with Mushrooms / Chicken Ischitana Panna Cotta / Dolce Cioccolato Note: the menu is subject to change.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon and Fri
- Start times
- 5:30 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 7+)
- $95
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Recipes
Dinner
4-course meal
Tuscany red wine
Not included
We do not offer any other extra services.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
121 reviews
How it compares in Florence
- Starting price $95 is 17% below the typical $114 for tours of similar length in Florence
Excurgo comparison of 3,215 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Minimum age is 7 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking (for example: gluten free, dairy free, no pork, no sea foods, etc.)
- Vegetarian/Vegan option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Safety: We take all the COVID safety protocols (social distancing, desinfectating, face mask, hand gloves)
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 4 - Courses Dinner Interactive Cooking Lesson In Florence take?
4 - Courses Dinner Interactive Cooking Lesson In Florence lasts about 3 hours.
How much does 4 - Courses Dinner Interactive Cooking Lesson In Florence cost?
Prices start at $95 per person for this Florence experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 4 - Courses Dinner Interactive Cooking Lesson In Florence run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays and Fridays, starting at 5:30 PM.
Can I cancel 4 - Courses Dinner Interactive Cooking Lesson In Florence for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Cooking lessons are held at Via dei Velluti, 20 r. Firenze, so close to Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti. It is easily accessible by public transportation:. ATAF Bus N°11, D, 6, C3. By car: Parking can be found at Porta Romana, and the school can be reached by foot or by bus N° C3, D getting off at the Palazzo Pitti stop. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is 4 - Courses Dinner Interactive Cooking Lesson In Florence offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN, IT, IT, ES, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is 4 - Courses Dinner Interactive Cooking Lesson In Florence worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 121 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Doing business as: In Tavola.
Reviews(121)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
A Perfect Night in Florence
J
Great activity that is really enjoyable! Group size is small our group of four was made up of three different nationalit
It is really an enjoyable experience while meeting new and friendly people. It was a fast three and a half hour experience!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted you had such an enjoyable time, met new people, and found the experience fun and engaging. We hope to welcome you back again soon! 😊🍝
1
Amazing
Wonderful family experience!!! My 11 year old said it was the best meal of our entire trip!! Location was great, teacher was friendly and fun! Together with 2 other people, our family made an appetizer with eggplant, tomato, and mozz; ravioli with red sauce and ravioli with a sage butter; chicken; and finally tiramisu
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! ❤️ We’re thrilled that your whole family enjoyed the experience, especially your 11-year-old! It was a pleasure cooking together, and we hope to welcome you back soon! 🇮🇹🍝
S
Perfetto!!
We enjoyed ourselves and learned some new techniques that we didn’t know before! We all sat down together and enjoyed our sumptuous dinner including a mushroom app, homemade ravioli, chicken and a delicious chocolate almond dessert!! I wouldn’t hesitate to book this class!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re so happy you enjoyed the class, learned new techniques, and shared a wonderful dinner together.We’d love to welcome you back again soon! 🍷✨
A
Best Thing We Did in Italy
My wife and I took a private cooking class with Chef Fabrizio. It was our favorite thing we did on our honeymoon! Chef Fabrizio is a fantastic instructor. He is hilarious! He taught us quite a bit about making pasta which will be quite helpful once we get home and make it ourselves. He was also very patient with our mistakes too. Mama mia! After the cooking class is over, you go down into the cellar below their kitchen and enjoy a private meal of the food you cooked. It was so much food! And extremely delicious as well. When we come back to Florence we will be sure to do it again.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a true pleasure to share this special experience with you during your honeymoon. Chef Fabrizio will be so happy to hear that you enjoyed the class, the delicious food, and all the fun moments in the kitchen 😊 We can’t wait to welcome you back to Florence for another cooking experience!
D
Learning to Cook a True Italian 4 Course Dinner!
Fun and outstanding 4 course cooking class! Everyone constantly participates making 4 delicious courses in a small group. Then you all retire to a beautiful wine cellar like room to enjoy your 4 courses together, family style with no rush. A true Italian dining experience!
Operator response
Thank you so much! We’re so happy you enjoyed the cooking class, the atmosphere, and sharing the meal together. It was a pleasure having you with us🍷👩🍳
G
Cooking and Eating Joy in Firenze
It was very enjoyable. The class was just the right size. We learned some new techniques and build our cooking confidence. The class was hands-on, which was great and Gustavo made everyone feel comfortable and confident.
Operator response
Dear Gary, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the class, learned new techniques, and felt more confident in the kitchen. It’s wonderful to know Gustavo helped create such a comfortable and fun atmosphere. We hope to cook with you again soon! 😊
J
Excellent take in!
The class was a wonderful take in with my husband and 8 other folks who mostly spoke English. Gustavo was fluent, funny, hard working- organized and kept us engaged and laughing through the class and dinner. He also made sure our 4 delicious courses can out right! Would highly recommend this for anyone who enjoys cooking or learning to cook who is in Florence
Operator response
Dear Janis, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you and your husband had such a fun and memorable experience with Gustavo. It’s wonderful to know he kept everyone engaged and helped make the class enjoyable from start to finish. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in Florence soon! 😊
J
We really enjoyed the interactive cooking class. Everything we made was delicious!!
Wonderful and fun cooking class!
Operator response
Thank you so much! We’re very happy you enjoyed the class and had fun with us. Hope to welcome you again soon! 😊
A
You will be prepping the...
You will be prepping the food; but the chef has your back! You will experience first hand how a few ingredients become a very satisfying meal.
Operator response
Dear Ashley, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy you enjoyed the experience and felt supported throughout the class. It was a pleasure welcoming you, and we hope to see you again soon for another delicious experience! 😊
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