Florence is renowned for having some of the tastiest truffles in Tuscany. In this package, depart on a Truffle hunting excursion and cooking class in the Tuscan hills with an expert Truffle-gatherer and his trusty dog.

You don’t even have to worry about how to get there. A private car with an English-speaking driver will attend to all your needs. Delight in your hand-picked delicacies at lunch after you’ve learned the best way to cook and prepare these nutty, oaty, savoury treats, accompanied by fine wines. After lunch, choose whether to drive back to Florence, or to have a wander in San Gimignano, Pisa, or even Vinci for a peek at Leonardo’s house. 

On a health kick? Then the Organic cooking course at MaMa Florence is a must. An English-speaking chef guides you through healthy, Tuscan-style recipes, making the most of quality seasonal produce. If you’ve always wanted to learn how to make fresh handmade pasta, this is your chance. A prosecco aperitif in the outdoor garden adds to the sense of occasion before you dine in a memorable venue and indulge in a wine paired 4-course meal.

For the ultimate culinary experience, you must check out this exciting exploration of Tuscan cuisine. Be guided through one of Florence’s most historic food markets then dine on a self-prepared Tuscan feast under the expert guidance of a Master Chef in MaMa Florence. The focus is on quality, local, organic ingredients, ensuring flavours and tastes you’ll never forget. 

Need something to do with the kids? A pizza and gelato-making fest are sure to put smiles on all faces. Learn how to make everyone’s favourite food from scratch in fun lesson held in English that finishes up with a delightful dinner (even with wine tastings for the grown-ups!). Take away a recipe booklet to continue the cooking creativity at home and be awarded a graduation certificate to make you proud of all you’ve accomplished.

Surely the most authentic way to learn about cooking is to step into the home of a Tuscan family and see what they the locals do. A family will take you into their kitchen and give you a taste of true Tuscan tradition. You will be picked up from your location and brought into the heart of the Chianti, passing through olive groves and vineyards. Your lunch or dinner will be looked after by a friendly family as you relax and learn in an incredible environment. 

And what about a bit of luxury? A fine dining extravaganza awaits in the 3-night stay at Relais Villa Olmo, nestled in the Chianti hills. Pick up your groceries in a typical Florence market, then marvel as you are taught how to whip up that produce into a spectacular dish. Enjoy your well-deserved meal and partake in a wine tasting led by a sommelier in the wine cellars at Relais Villa Olmo. In the mood to relax after your activities? Head for a chill by the pool overlooking idyllic olive groves and the glorious Tuscan landscape. 

Reading about all this making you hungry? Then it’s time to book one of these memorable experiences that will give you skills to take away for life.