Hands-On 3 Pastas and Dessert Cooking Class in Florence
Overview
Join a hands-on cooking class in the heart of Florence and discover the true flavors of Italian cuisine. Led by expert local chefs, this interactive experience guides you step by step through the art of fresh pasta making, using seasonal and organic ingredients. Learn how to prepare different types of handmade pasta, each served with traditional Italian sauces.
You’ll also explore Italy’s sweet traditions by preparing one of the country’s most famous desserts. By selecting the dedicated option, you can upgrade your experience to a complete pasta, pizza, and tiramisù cooking class, mastering three iconic Italian recipes entirely from scratch.
Perfect for travelers, couples, families, and small groups, this Florence cooking experience combines fun, culture, and authentic flavors. For the ultimate foodie adventure, choose the combo option and continue your day with an unforgettable Florence street food tour, diving even deeper into the city’s vibrant culinary scene.
What's Included
- Hands-on Italian pasta class with a professional chef
- Intimate small-group experience, up to 15 guests
- Printed recipes to recreate the dishes at home
- Vegetarian-friendly menu available on request
- Enjoy lunch or dinner with Tuscan wine included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Meeting Location
Via Venezia & Via Camillo Cavour
50121 Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Master the authentic art of fresh pasta making, starting with the traditional rolling pin technique before moving on to modern pasta machines. Under the expert guidance of your chef, you’ll work hands-on with flour, eggs, and fresh ingredients to prepare three different types of pasta, each paired with its own sauce, along with a classic Italian dessert.
If you select the dedicated option, you can upgrade your experience to include a complete pasta, pizza, and tiramisù cooking class, learning how to prepare Italy’s most iconic dishes from scratch.
This easy-to-follow class is fun, engaging, and perfect for individuals or groups of all skill levels. After cooking, sit down to enjoy the dishes you’ve prepared for lunch or dinner (depending on the option selected). Share the table with fellow travelers, toast with Tuscan wine, and savor an unforgettable Italian meal. Buon appetito!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Kids under the age of 10 not admitted
- All Cooking Class Team is vaccinated for Covid-19
- The cooking class will be operated by professional Chefs. The class might be divided in smaller groups, and each Chef will look after 15 participants
- Please inform us in advance of food intolerances or allergies
- It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to join the group, nor to have a refund or reschedule the course.
- Severe and contact celiacs may not attend the event due to probable contamination.
- From November 1st until March 31st, cooking class is available only in English
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Hands-on Italian pasta class with a professional chef.
- Intimate small-group experience, up to 15 guests.
- Printed recipes to recreate the dishes at home.
- Vegetarian-friendly menu available on request.
- Enjoy lunch or dinner with Tuscan wine included.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off.
The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hands-On 3 Pastas and Dessert Cooking Class in Florence is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hands-On 3 Pastas and Dessert Cooking Class in Florence will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Hands-on Italian pasta class with a professional chef
- Intimate small-group experience, up to 15 guests
- Printed recipes to recreate the dishes at home
- Vegetarian-friendly menu available on request
- Enjoy lunch or dinner with Tuscan wine included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Kids under the age of 10 not admitted
- All Cooking Class Team is vaccinated for Covid-19
- The cooking class will be operated by professional Chefs. The class might be divided in smaller groups, and each Chef will look after 15 participants
- Please inform us in advance of food intolerances or allergies
- It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to join the group, nor to have a refund or reschedule the course.
- Severe and contact celiacs may not attend the event due to probable contamination.
- From November 1st until March 31st, cooking class is available only in English
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
