Florence: Pasta Cooking Class in Medieval Tower & Unlimited Wine

Summary

Make fresh pasta in Florence’s medieval heart with real chefs and endless wine

You’ll step into a 1200s tower near Florence’s Duomo for a hands-on pasta class led by real Italian chefs. Roll fresh ravioli, tortellini, and pappardelle from scratch, pair them with classic Tuscan sauces, and share laughter (plus unlimited wine) around a communal table. It’s an afternoon where history feels close — and your hands stay floury.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the echo — you know, that cool hush old stone walls give off. We’d just stepped into this ancient tower, right by Brunelleschi’s Dome, and it honestly felt like we’d wandered onto the set of some Renaissance movie. Our chef, Marco, handed me an apron and grinned, “Today, you cook like my nonna.” The flour was soft as dust between my fingers. There was this faint smell of sage already in the air, probably from someone prepping the sauce ahead of us.

I thought making pasta would be more complicated — but Marco kept things easy. He laughed when I tried to say “pappardelle” with my American accent (I still can’t get it right). We rolled dough for ravioli and tortellini while he told stories about Dante’s family living here centuries ago. Every now and then, someone would top up our glasses with local wine — not shy about it either. The sun slipped through those tiny medieval windows and made everything look golden for a minute. I remember thinking how weirdly comforting it felt to knead dough while church bells rang outside.

Lunch was just everyone sitting together at a long wooden table, eating what we’d made: ravioli with butter and sage, pappardelle tangled up in ragù, tortelli with arrabbiata that had just enough kick. There were jokes about who’d sealed their pasta best (not me), and Marco toasted to “new friends who survived flour on their faces.” I’m still not sure if it was the wine or the food or just being there in that old stone room — but yeah, something about it sticks with you after.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Pasta cooking class with wine

• Arrive at medieval tower cooking school
• Learn to make fresh pasta dough
• Prepare ravioli, tortellini, and pappardelle
• Cook sauces: butter and sage, arrabbiata, ragù
• Enjoy eating the prepared dishes
• Drink unlimited Tuscan wine

Top questions

Where is the pasta cooking class in Florence held?

The class takes place inside a medieval tower from the 1200s near Brunelleschi's Dome in Florence.

What types of pasta will I learn to make?

You’ll prepare three types: ravioli, tortellini, and tagliatelle or pappardelle.

Are drinks included during the class?

Yes, unlimited Tuscan wine and soft drinks are included throughout the experience.

Is lunch provided after the cooking class?

Yes, you’ll eat all the fresh pasta dishes you make during lunch at the end of the class.

Do I need to bring any equipment or ingredients?

No need to bring anything; all equipment and ingredients are provided for you.

Is this Florence cooking class wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Can children join the pasta making experience?

Infants and small children can join; strollers are welcome during the activity.

How many people teach or assist during the class?

The team includes professional chefs with years of experience in Italian cuisine.

What’s included

Your day includes all cooking equipment and fresh ingredients for making three types of pasta from scratch alongside professional chefs inside a medieval Florentine tower. Unlimited Tuscan wine and soft drinks flow freely throughout the lesson before everyone sits down together to enjoy lunch featuring your handmade dishes.