Florence: Hands-On Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class

Florence cooking class making pasta by hand plus tiramisu dessert

You’ll roll out fresh pasta dough in a sunlit Florentine kitchen, shape ravioli by hand with a local chef guiding you step by step, and finish by layering creamy tiramisu after tasting regional wines together. Expect laughter, new friends, and real skills you can bring home—even if your apron gets messy.

Step-by-step itinerary

Hands-on pasta and tiramisu class

• Learn pasta dough kneading
• Roll pasta to correct thickness
• Shape and seal ravioli
• Cook pasta with timing guidance
• Prepare classic tiramisu dessert
• Enjoy tasting with regional wine
• Hear local food stories

The Experience

We were already elbow-deep in flour when our chef, Marco, told us we were kneading too gently—he laughed and mimed “stronger!” like an Italian grandma. The kitchen was warm, windows cracked for a breeze that carried faint street sounds and the smell of basil. I’d never made pasta from scratch before (unless you count that one sad attempt during lockdown), but Marco’s hands moved so confidently it felt contagious. He kept saying “piano piano”—slowly, slowly—which I guess is the only way dough listens.

I didn’t expect shaping ravioli to be so fiddly. My first one looked more like a pillow than anything elegant, but nobody minded. There was this easy chatter around the table—some folks from London, a couple from Brazil—and Marco told stories about his nonna’s kitchen in Florence while pouring us more wine (it never seemed to run out). When we finally got to the tiramisu part, the espresso hit me right in the nose—so sharp and rich. I tried to say “mascarpone” properly; he grinned but didn’t correct me.

Sitting down together at the end felt less like a class and more like a family meal. The pappardelle was silky with tomato and basil sauce, and my ravioli—lumpy as it was—tasted way better than I’d expected. The tiramisu was creamy but somehow light? Still not sure how that works. We swapped tips for recreating everything at home (Marco emails you the recipes), but honestly, it’s the laughter and floury mess I remember most. I still think about that table sometimes when I make coffee in the morning.

What’s included

• Your afternoon includes all ingredients and equipment for making fresh pasta, ravioli, and tiramisu from scratch.
• unlimited regional wine throughout.
• expert step-by-step guidance from a local chef.
• plus your own digital recipe booklet to keep recreating these dishes back home.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Tailor-Made Florence

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Top questions

Is this Florence cooking class hands-on or just a demonstration?

It’s fully hands-on—you’ll knead dough, shape pasta, and make tiramisu yourself with guidance from a local chef.

Are vegetarian or gluten-free options available?

Vegetarian options are always available; gluten-free can be arranged if you request in advance.

What dishes do we make during this Florence pasta class?

You’ll prepare pappardelle al pomodoro, spinach-ricotta ravioli with sage butter sauce, and classic tiramisu.

Is wine included during the cooking class?

Yes—unlimited regional wine is served throughout the class and meal.

Do we get recipes to take home?

Yes—you’ll receive a digital recipe booklet after the class so you can recreate everything at home.

Can children join this Florence cooking experience?

Yes—children are welcome and infants or small children can stay in prams or strollers.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

The kitchen is fully wheelchair accessible—including all areas and surfaces.

How long does the cooking class last?

The typical duration is about 3 hours including eating together at the end.