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Antonio’s passion for culinary art led him to attend a cooking school, where he learned the fundamental elements that helped him transform foods into dishes to be enjoyed and appreciated in their entirety. He has been passionate about cooking since he was a child, watching his mother make home-made pasta – he was the sous chef, always happy to help her! Later Antonio graduated from culinary school and worked in many local restaurants – where he perfected the technique to make local, homemade dishes such as mariamman tortelli, gnocchi and pici. His food is influenced from his native land, Salento and homemade pasta combined with produce from the sea and the countryside. Antonio is excited to share his knowledge and his mother's traditional hand made pasta with those who would be interested in sharing a homecooked Italian meal in Tuscany!
Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.
In-home meal (1 - 6 guests) Your experience takes place in the beautiful Tuscan countryside, in the heart of the Maremma, where Antonio and his wife, Christina, live with their two dogs, Larry and Cora, in a typical, rustic countryside home surrounded by grain fields and the sound of nature. Start your experience with a welcoming aperitif while Antonio explains the menu. Antonio is the chef while Christina is his sous chef, one loves to cook while the other enjoys hosting - making them the perfect couple! A few dishes that you might try are antipasto misto toscano (local produce - cheese, crostini, cold cuts), stuffed maremmano tortelli or tagliatelle or potato gnocchi and tiramisu, served with a glass of local wine.
Cooking experience (1 - 6 guests) During your 2 hour hands-on Italian cooking class in Tuscany learn to make two dishes from scratch. Learn to make fresh pasta and sauce from scratch. Start your Tuscan cooking class with a walk around the garden to explore the vegetables and fruits grown by Antonio and Christina. You will even forage a few fresh ingredients to use in your cooking class. You may learn to cook stuffed maremmano tortelli or tagliatelle in tomato sauce or ragu or potato gnocchi. After cooking, sit down to share the meal you helped prepare.
Notes: 2 glasses of local wine is included in the cost of your experience. Antonio can accommodate gluten free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan diets, if informed in advance. Please let them know your dietary restrictions or allergies while booking your Tuscan cooking class online.
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This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
Pricing (per person)*
| 1 person | 4 people | 5+ people | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-Home Meal | $70 | $65 | $60 |
| Cooking Experience + Meal | $90 | $85 | $80 |
| Alcohol | $0 per person | ||
| *Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout. | |||
| Lunch | Dinner | |
|---|---|---|
| In-Home Meal | 12:00pm - 02:00pm | 6:00pm - 08:00pm |
| Cooking Experience + Meal | 11:00am - 02:00pm | 5:00pm - 08:00pm |
Traveling Spoon connects you with meaningful culinary experiences, from private cooking lessons to homecooked meals in people's homes. Enjoy an immersive cultural experience that gives you a glimpse into the local way of life.
