Cooking Classes
4 hours
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Traveling Spoon provides travelers with private, authentic food experiences, from homemade meals to cooking classes and market tours, with local hosts in their homes.
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Cooking Classes
4 hours
Free cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 3 days in advance
Recommended by 100% of travelers
100% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher.
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$234
per adult
Cooking Classes
3–4 hours
Free cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 3 days in advance
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Cooking Classes
3 hours
Free cancellation
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Recommended by 100% of travelers
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Katie H
7 contributions
Nov 2021
I met my guide Alessio at the market, where we decided what to make and shopped for the fresh ingredients. We then went back to begin making lunch- appetizer, main, and dessert. We made fresh ravioli, three types of crostini, and a traditional Florentine cake. Everything was so good and easy to make. I learned so much from the class that I am excited to use in my cooking at home.
Written November 17, 2021
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Kate J
2 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
My husband and I had a wonderful morning/afternoon visiting the market in Florence and then learning how to prepare and make three dishes (ravioli, sausage and beans, and an orange cake). Alessio was a great teacher and we feel like we can take these recipes home and recreate them. The food we made was so delicious. This was a highlight of our trip and we can’t wait to try making the food again at home.
Written June 8, 2022
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jodic708
Boston, MA19 contributions
Apr 2023
We went to Patrizia's apartment in Florence for a wonderful evening of cooking and eating. She guided us through all of the preparations for Tiramisu, fresh pasta and a delicious chicken and vegetable dish. Patrizia was delightful to spend time with and she gave us so many great tips for making fresh pasta and selecting the right ingredients. We all sat down together to enjoy the wonderful meal.
Written April 28, 2023
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393kyliel
19 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
Maria Cristina’s private cooking class in her home was one of the best day of our lives. The authenticity, soulfulness and deliciousness was beyond anything we could have hoped for. Cristina is truly a gorgeous host and her home is exquisite. I can’t recommend spending time with her highly enough!
Written July 3, 2024
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Janet B
1 contribution
Jun 2024 • Family
The Traveling Spoon team was amazing in their support. 3 days before our class, our host fell ill, and the class had to be canceled. They hustled at the last minute to find a similar experience so that the cooking class could still happen. We are so grateful!
Written June 9, 2024
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hanlegg
12 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
We are so thrilled we decided to do this tour. We have done many food and wine tours, but were a little apprehensive about a cooking class in a strangers home. I am so happy we stepped out of our comfort zone because we now have recipes and memories that are unique to most! Patrizia was a wonderful host with a clean, charming home in a great location. We learned a lot and are excited to attempt to replicate our dinner back home for our family and friends. We shared our dinner together at her dining table over delicious wine. Thank you Patrizia for a great time!
Written February 11, 2023
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JuanDSamp
3 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
The private cooking experience with Patrizia was so memorable and full of laughs, great conversation, and traditional Florentine food. As a food and wine journalist, she provided nuanced perspective of the cuisine and even enlightened us on the rich history of the Tuscany region. Hands down, it was one of the top highlights of our trip. If you’re in Florence, you don’t want to miss out!
Written September 9, 2022
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Jack D
1 contribution
Oct 2024 • Couples
Our cooking experience with Maria was informative, fun, and delicious. We learned the techniques and recipes for a 4-course meal in a beautiful Tuscan setting outside the city of Florence. Maria was a relaxed and gracious host, and we would be happy to experience a cooking session with her again.
Written October 23, 2024
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Laura L
2 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
It was an absolutely fantastic experience. Fabio was a brilliant host and we learned SO much from the class and had a great time!! It was truly a pleasure to be welcomed into their home and learn so much. One of the best experiences.
Written April 25, 2024
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Marianna P
Norwalk183 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
We had an amazing evening with Maria Cristina. Maria picked us up at the Sant’Ambrogio market in Florence and whisked us away to her beautiful Tuscan villa which is rich with history. We opted for the cooking experience with Maria Cristina through Traveling Spoon. Maria has renovated the entire home, sticking to the historic design throughout. We enjoyed every moment with Maria, who is a true renaissance woman with numerous varied talents. The delicious meal we prepared was made with the freshest ingredients. I need to be gluten free so Maria took every precaution to make sure everything was gluten free or avoided cross contamination. The best part was how much fun we had getting to know Maria. We all had many laughs and stories to share. Maria even packed up leftovers for us to enjoy at our Airbnb. We are still talking about how amazing this experience was. I highly recommend Maria Cristina for a true local culinary experience in Tuscany.
Written April 17, 2024
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