The Original Small Group Cooking Class in Florence with Food Market Tour

If you’re looking for Florence at its most authentic, it begins in the vibrant food market and comes to life in our kitchen. Join our professional chefs for a hands-on journey from the colorful stalls of a historic food market in Florence to a joyful toast around the table. Perfect for families, couples, or solo travelers, this cooking class in Florence brings people together in the most genuine - and Italian - way. Roll up your sleeves, taste as you go, and immerse yourself in the heart of Italian cooking, where recipes tell stories, meals turn into celebrations, and traditions that made Italian cuisine one of the most celebrated in the world - and also recently recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Meet the Heart of Florence at the Food Market

The vibrant pulse of Florence beats strongest at the historic Central Market, where the daily ritual of the Italian "spesa" unfolds. Picture yourself wandering a sea of colors and aromas, learning to spot the freshest seasonal ingredients that make our cuisine world-famous. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself chatting with the butcher about the best cut of meat or asking the greengrocer for the secret to the sweetest tomatoes. As you navigate between the stalls with your small group, you’ll enjoy authentic tastings of regional specialties. It’s here that the secret to the UNESCO-recognized Italian Cuisine reveals itself, which is not just a recipe, but the quality of the raw materials and the passion of the people who produce them. It’s an energetic, sensory introduction to the flavors you’re about to transform into a masterpiece back at our school.

Cook the Legend: Nonna’s Sunday Lasagna 

Roll up your sleeves and get your hands messy! Back in our kitchen, the air is thick with the scent of simmering ragù and the cozy energy of an Italian home. You aren’t just making a meal, you’re mastering the "holy grails" of tradition: Nonna’s Sunday Lasagna and authentic Tiramisù. Our expert chefs share the secrets passed down through generations, guiding you and your small group with a 100% hands-on approach. Feel the golden dough take shape as you knead it and learn the art of layering velvety béchamel, just like Nonna would. Then, while the lasagna turns bubbly and golden in the oven, dive into the world of sweets. Dip ladyfingers into rich espresso and whip up a cloud-like mascarpone cream, recreating the flavor that defines Italian childhood. Under the watchful eye of our pros, you’ll transform simple ingredients into a UNESCO-worthy treasure, flavored with the love of Nonna’s kitchen and the love of a true Italian family.

Join The Family Table: Wine, Laughter, and Tradition 

Just like a Sunday at Nonna’s, everything comes together around the table.. Gather around and feel the warmth of the room as glasses clink and stories start to flow. It's finally time to share a meal you created from scratch, enjoying the intimacy of your small group. Savor your handmade lasagna, perfectly paired with a selection of Chianti wine, in a festive atmosphere. Indulge in that creamy, cocoa-dusted Tiramisù you whipped to perfection, sharing stories and laughter with your fellow chefs. We’ll toast to your success with a fun "graduation" ceremony, handing you an official certificate that celebrates your journey, a moment you’ll definitely want to frame and keep. 

And when you head home, the story keeps going. You’ll receive our digital recipe booklet, so you can recreate the dishes whenever the craving hits. Not just ingredients and instructions, but the little touches that make them truly Italian. 
Join us, the pioneers who launched Florence’s first cooking class 20 years ago for a 100% hands-on journey into the heart of Italian tradition. Master Nonna’s authentic Sunday Lasagna, a true UNESCO treasure, in a convivial small group where every detail feels like home.