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Private Cooking Class with a Florentine Local in his Home Kitchen

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Private Cooking Class with a Florentine Local in his Home Kitchen

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Immerse yourself in the flavors and culture of Florence with a private cooking class in the home kitchen of Alessio, a passionate local. Spend two hours learning to cook a regional Florentine meal from scratch, including an antipasto, main dish, and dessert. Alessio will share his perfected recipes and techniques as you cook together. Afterwards, sit down at the dining table to enjoy the delicious meal you helped create. This unique experience allows you to explore traditional cuisine in a casual and authentic setting. Alessio's simple and sunlit apartment provides the backdrop for a truly immersive culinary adventure. If there's a specific Fiorentino dish you've been dying to learn, let Alessio know and he'll be happy to teach you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from a passionate local and discover the secrets of Italian cooking.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Suitable for 1-5 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Learn to cook a regional Florentine meal
  • Hands-on cooking class with a passionate local
  • Enjoy a typical Fiorentino meal in a casual environment
  • Learn skills and techniques from a Florentine cook
  • Opportunity to explore Italian culture through cuisine
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Private cooking class and homecooked meal with your host Alessio
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Non-alcoholic beverages
  • Local alcohol (1-2 glasses)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Introduction

Step into the warmth of a Florentine local's home kitchen and immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Italian cuisine. Join Alessio, your passionate host, in his cozy apartment in Florence, where he will share with you his time-honored recipes and culinary expertise. This private cooking class offers a unique opportunity to learn about Italian culture and cuisine in an intimate setting.

What to expect?

During this hands-on cooking lesson, you can expect to prepare three delightful dishes from scratch. Alessio will guide you through each step of the process, teaching you valuable skills and techniques along the way. Dive into the world of Florentine cuisine as you create an antipasto, a savory main course, and a delectable dessert.

Who is this for?

This experience is perfect for anyone who wants to delve deeper into the authentic food culture of Florence. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned home cook, Alessio's cooking class welcomes all skill levels. Grab your friends, partner, or family members and embark on this culinary adventure together.

Why book this?

What sets this cooking class apart is Alessio's genuine passion for sharing his love of food and his hometown. As a local bachelor devoted to culinary excellence, Alessio's cooking class is an authentic glimpse into the heart of Florence. Moreover, by learning to cook traditional Florentine dishes, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the city's culture and traditions, making your trip to Florence even more enriching and memorable.

Good to know

Please note that this is not a professional cooking experience in a cooking studio. Instead, it offers the unique opportunity to step into the kitchen of a true Florentine and learn from his personal expertise. The duration of this private cooking class is approximately two hours, allowing you ample time to immerse yourself in the culinary arts. If there's a specific Florentine dish you're eager to learn, Alessio will gladly accommodate your request when you make your booking.

Reviews

Previous participants have praised Alessio's cooking class for its authentic experience and friendly atmosphere. Guests have raved about the delicious food they prepared under Alessio's guidance and the insights they gained into Florentine cuisine. This unique opportunity to explore traditional culture and cuisine has left visitors feeling satisfied and inspired to recreate the flavors of Florence in their own kitchens.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Reviews

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4.2 (28)

john369xyz

This experience was the worst we have encountered and the most expensive given the lack of any real value and ambience. We had great expectations of the cooking session being in Florence and were bitterly disappointed. The cook (rather than chef) looked as though he had just got out of bed and certainly did not look as though he was a serious cook/chef with poor clothing which exposed unpleasant parts of his body!! - certainly no apron or white chef's jacket were worn. The venue was small and very untidy and there seemed to be no flow to the cooking process. The mushrooms he had picked the previous day had worms coming from them which was offputting for us to say the least!! The eventual pasta and mushroom dish was very sticky and heavy however the orange sponge cake was OK. The wine he provided was very average and came from a bottle that was already open. The photo on your/Viator's site must be at least 10-15 years old as the cook is now 20 kgs heavier and looks nothing like the photo and the ktchen is much tidier in your photo, all of which was very misleading!! If we had known more about this experience beforehand, we certainly would have looked elsewhere for a cooking session. For around US$100 per person this was shocking value and I am surprised that you/Viator are able to keep offering this session. This individual is not helping your reputation for attracting visitors to Florence and to a cooking experience.

cherylbrownclnc

We (2 of us) met Alessio at his apartment ready for an authentic cooking experience. He buzzed us into the building and enthusiastically met us in the stairwell. We entered his apartment; he offered us aprons and we discussed menu options. We settled on a meal of multiple tapas, risotto, wine and desert. While Alessio instructed and educated us on our meal details we chopped, stirred, brushed, measured, fried, baked, toasted, roasted, zested, and grated all of the ingredients. Alessio spent time demonstrating techniques that included the best way to cut tomatoes, cut/bread/fry mushrooms, measure ingredients etc. We prepared: Tomato Bruschetta, Pumpkin Mushroom Risotto, Stracchino (Pork & Cheese Crostini) and Mushroom Crostini coupled with Prosecco. For dessert: Schiacciata A La Florentina and Vin Santo. Alessio is serious about sourcing his ingredients: Parmesan cheese, Mushrooms etc. Alessio is a mushroom expert who travels hours hunting, identifying and self harvesting multiple varieties of mushrooms from Italian forests. He also has his own Facebook mushroom page: Fungomaniaci. It was fun, relaxing, and educational. Alessio is a warm and welcoming host. A must book. You’ll be happy you did.

John_B

very expensive for an average experience: - cook looked as though he had just got out of bed - badly dressed with no apron - seemed disorganized - food was ok but very simple

855laurencem

When we arrived, the chef seemed to be either stoned or had just woken up. When you are hosting people who have paid a lot of money for an experience, you should be personable and entertaining, he was neither. The food we prepared was ok, but probably cost $10 for all the ingredients, there should have been better dishes based on what we paid. It was one of the most anticipated parts of our trip and turned out to be the worst experience of the trip.

Guide718122

This was truly one of the highlights of our trip. Booking was clear and easy to follow. Alessio provided the ingredients and skill to guide us in making a delicious dinner in his home. We made fresh pasta and used mushrooms that Alessio had personally foraged.. The conversation was engaging and we laughed! Highest recommendation.

Claudia_D

Alessio made sure that our kids had a wonderful time! We have a 4 year old, 11 year old and 15 yr old and they all had a fantastic time! Thank you!

Rene_J

Such horrible experience- left his home because the house was so dirty and the event was not going to be like it was advertised- not one thing! Unprofessional and didn’t even want to see the add for his event- he was proposing a totally new menu which was a short cut and cheap. He made the dessert already and had eaten half and left it uncovered and made some stuffing for raviolis already and didn’t know he was supposed to offer wine! I choose this because of it’s different menu- not the usual pasta and pizza and paid more for this. The ad said 4 hours long, but his proposal would had been maybe an hour! Again- totally different than was advertised!!!!!!

Emily_B

My husband and I took this cooking class and enjoyed learning the ins and outs of Italian cooking from a local Florentine chef. We enjoyed making the meal and of course eating it! Our chef was awesome, personable and educational about the local cuisine!

Travis_H

Alessio was fantastic! We had a great time learning how to make our bruschetta, ravioli and dessert dish. Would highly recommend!

William_A

Alessio was welcoming, professional and an immediate friend. Very masterful chef in his cuisine and can teach cooks of any level a lot. It’s very authentic and warm, especially if you have been on vacation a while it’s nice to sit down in good company and enjoy a meal with a great friend in their home. Highly recommend this.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-30 16:59
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