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Focaccia Masterclass in Lecce: Cook, Taste & Enjoy

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3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the true taste of Lecce with an immersive, hands-on cooking experience focused on Focaccia Barese. Learn to prepare the dough from scratch, create a rich mix of toppings, and bake the perfect focaccia under the guidance of a skilled local cook. As you shape and layer the ingredients, you’ll understand the delicate balance that makes this dish so beloved in Puglia.

While the focaccia bakes, enjoy a small aperitivo and explore Lecce’s culinary traditions, soaking in the warmth of Italian hospitality. Finally, savor your homemade focaccia, paired with a glass of regional wine, for a full, flavorful experience.

Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this experience offers an authentic, local perspective that no restaurant can match. Join us in Lecce to cook, taste, and enjoy the flavors of Puglia like a true local!

What's Included

  • A glass of regional wine
  • Hands-on Focaccia Barese cooking class with a local expert
  • Tasting of your freshly made focaccia and a regional appetizer
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    Piazzetta Arco di Trionfo
    73100 Lecce LE, Italy

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    What To Expect

    Seize the chance to master the ultimate comfort food! Learn the authentic, handed-down recipe of Focaccia Barese with a local expert in their home kitchen. Enjoy a hands-on cooking class, followed by a delicious tasting of your homemade dish, paired with a glass of fine regional wine

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Focaccia Masterclass in Lecce: Cook, Taste & Enjoy?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-68460P820

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • A glass of regional wine
    • Hands-on Focaccia Barese cooking class with a local expert
    • Tasting of your freshly made focaccia and a regional appetizer
    • Insights into Lecce's food culture and traditions

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers

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