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Market tour and cooking class

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Carlo

Florence

Duration 4h

Max 6 guests

Spoken languages:  English and Italian

Food Tour: discover the best places where to taste the finest local food & wine

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    The Sant'Ambrogio market is the oldest food market in Florence and the one where locals continue to shop.

    It is an authentic and interesting market where King Charles spent an entire morning when he was still a prince. Filled with local vegetables, meat and fish, it is a great place to start our class by buying some fresh ingredients and exploring the most interesting stalls.

    After the market, we will walk to my house and start our cooking class. We will prepare, depending on the season, fried flowers or a bruschetta with seasonal ingredients, homemade ravioli and a dessert.

    Total: €235.00

    €235.00 
    per guest

    €118.00 per child

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    5.0
    88 reviews
    Carlo’s class was great, beyond expectations!! We cooked two pastas (ravioli and spaghetti alla chitarra cacio e pepe) and tiramisù. Carlo is very patient and explained step by step! And during the process he gave precious tips that you usually don’t find in the books and that really make a difference! He also gives information on how to cook a healthier pasta, which was very nice to know about! I would absolutely recommend Carlo’s class to anyone willing to know how to make great pasta!! Don’t even think twice, that’s the class you are looking for!! :)

    Nazli and Rodrigo - July 2025

    I attended Carlo’s pasta making class in order to learn to make pasta from scratch and perhaps a new sauce or 2. I learned very quickly that pasta is an art and an easy one at that. Gnocchi was also included, also made from scratch. Carlo is very passionate about food, and he shares many tips and tricks during the class. This was my second class with Carlo. They are very hands on so be prepared to get your hands sticky! The classes are very small, and the meal we shared was amazing. I shared a previous class with a wonderful family also visiting Florence! I would highly recommend Carlo’s classes; they are very professional and informative. He also shares the recipes when class is finished.

    Karen - June 2025

    Carlo was such a great host! He made the class so much fun and he has a beautiful home. He made our trip! The food was incredible and we can’t wait to recreate it all again at home!

    Bailey McDonald - June 2025

    Chef Carlo cooking class was an exceptional experience. I took his class with my daughters and we made traditional italian dishes. We are so grateful we could learn from him today. We got a lot of insights from him and also tips on how to make pasta sauce, fresh pasta and dessert. The food was delicious !

    Ans - June 2025

    We had a fantastic morning with Carlo! He met us at our hotel and guided us through the streets of Florence, sharing a personal and insightful history of this beautiful city. We visited a local market to pick up fresh ingredients for our meal, which added an authentic touch to the experience. At his home, we saw firsthand his passion for Italian cuisine and the rich, regional flavors that make it so special. My wife and I were a little intimidated about making pasta by hand, but Carlo made it approachable and fun. We ended up making two different types of pasta and a delicious tiramisu — all from scratch. Everything was incredibly fresh and flavorful. To top it off, his homemade limoncello was amazing! I can’t say enough good things about Carlo. If you enjoy cooking or simply want a memorable cultural experience, his class is an absolute must.

    Chris - May 2025

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    Carlo
    Cesarina from 2021Location: Florence    Languages: English and Italian
    "I love good food and I have been cooking for a lifetime! For years, I have also been dedicated to the search for cuisine that is not only delicious but also health-conscious: low-cholesterol and low-sugar desserts, and homemade pasta made with stone-ground flours from small mills... In many cases, it is possible to cook great dishes with local ingredients, without compromising on health." However, this should not be an excuse for creating mediocre dishes: if they are not good, it's pointless for them to be healthy! 
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