4 San Gimignano Cooking Classes to Book First

1.Tuscan Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 584 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $157Our pick

Join Fulvio or Katia at Agriturismo Il Vicario near San Gimignano for a hands-on Tuscan cooking class. You’ll make bruschetta, fresh pici or tagliatelle, sauces, and a meat or vegetarian course, then sit down to a five- or six-course meal with local wine. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly menus are available by request.

“This was a fantastic experience! Fulvio was so kind and welcoming! My kids loved learning how to cook from him and he was so engaging and patient with our 7 year old. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who likes good food! You should book this now. Don’t hesitate!!”

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2.3-hour Tuscan Cooking Class with Wine & Oil Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $227

At Podere La Marronaia near San Gimignano, you’ll cook a Tuscan meal in a group of no more than six. Make dessert first, then bruschetta, Pici, and ricotta gnocchi before tasting your food with organic wines, olive oils, and balsamic vinegar. Chef Leonardo may lead your session.

“Wonderful time with the owners and there family and friends. Highly recommend. Wonderful food and wine pairing. Olive oils were delightful. Hands on experience cooking. The scenery on the property grounds were gorgeous. Very enjoyable!!!”

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3.Italian Cooking Class and Wine Tasting in Tuscany

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $371

At Tenuta Torciano near San Gimignano, an Italian chef leads you through Tuscan cooking, from bruschetta and fresh pasta to dessert. You also taste local wines, olive oils, and vinegars, with chefs such as Valentina and Antonio leading recent classes. The group is limited to 10 people.

“The advertisement from Viator reads "Step into the kitchen ... during this 3-hour hands-on cooking class. Learn to make a 4-course seasonal Tuscan meal with your chef from start to finish such as homemade pasta, truffle lasagna, crostinis, steak, and tiramisu." In fact, when we got there the on-site chef, the sweet and talented Monica, told us right off the bat that it was the big chef's day off wo we would have to settle for her. Then, our "three hour" cooking course lasted one hour and did not include making a desert. We ate the food we prepared alone in the restaurant - I guess that counts for the…”

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4.Truffle Hunting and Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $367

Join Adriano and the Podere La Marronaia family for a four-and-a-half-hour truffle hunt, cooking class, vineyard walk, Tuscan lunch, and tasting of organic wines and extra-virgin olive oils. The hunt takes place five minutes from the winery, with fresh truffles requested at least two days ahead.

“Amazing experience! The wine was delicious and there was a TON of food. Come hungry! The service was amazing and the views truly can't be beat. Great value. 10/10 recommend.”

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