Florence: Pizza & Gelato Making Class Oltrarno Kitchen

Florence pizza class in Oltrarno kitchen with gelato chef

You’ll roll up your sleeves in Florence’s Oltrarno for a hands-on pizza & gelato class led by a local chef. Shape dough, craft two fresh gelato flavors, then share laughs and stories over your homemade meal—with Prosecco or soda included. It’s casual, lively, and you’ll walk away with new skills (and maybe flour on your shirt).

Step-by-step itinerary

Pizza and gelato making class

• Walk to professional kitchen
• Learn to make authentic pizza
• Craft two flavors of gelato
• Enjoy pizza and gelato
• Toast with Prosecco or soft drink

The Experience

The first thing I noticed was the smell—yeast and something sweet, maybe citrus? We’d just ducked off a narrow street in Oltrarno, not far from Ponte Vecchio, but it felt like we’d slipped into someone’s home kitchen. Our chef (Francesca—she had flour on her cheek) greeted us in English with that warm Italian way of talking with her hands. I was nervous about kneading dough in front of strangers, but she just laughed and said, “No stress here.” I believed her after about five minutes.

We learned how to make pizza dough from scratch. My hands got sticky fast—way stickier than I expected—and Francesca kept saying “more water!” until it finally came together. There was this moment where everyone just stopped talking because we were all so focused on stretching the dough thin without tearing it. The oven heat hit my face when she slid my pizza in. Meanwhile, the kids at our table tried to sneak extra cheese when they thought no one was looking (they were caught). It felt relaxed and a little chaotic, like a family dinner prep.

I didn’t expect to enjoy making gelato as much as I did. We picked two flavors—one was lemony and sharp, the other almost tasted like toasted nuts. Francesca explained why Italian gelato is different from ice cream (less fat, more flavor), which made sense once I tasted it straight from the churn. Sitting down together at the end with pizza slices and cold Prosecco, everyone started swapping stories about their favorite meals back home. I still think about that first bite of gelato—it was soft and cold but somehow not icy at all.

What’s included

Your day includes a hands-on pizza making lesson alongside a professional Florentine chef in Oltrarno, crafting two seasonal flavors of real Italian gelato together before sitting down for your meal with a glass of Prosecco or soft drink—all recipes and insider tips are shared along the way.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Florence Food Tours by Eating Europe

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Top questions

Is this Florence pizza & gelato class suitable for families?

Yes, families are welcome. Children under 4 join free (food not included), and the activity is relaxed for all ages.

Where does the cooking class take place?

The class is held in a professional kitchen in Florence’s Oltrarno neighborhood, near Ponte Vecchio.

Are dietary requirements accommodated?

Vegetarian and gluten-free needs can be accommodated if you email or note them when booking.

How long does the pizza & gelato making experience last?

The exact duration isn’t listed but allow several hours for cooking and eating together.

Is the location wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible—including entrances and restrooms.

What’s included in the price?

You get a guided cooking lesson with a Florentine chef, make two types of gelato, enjoy homemade pizza and drinks.

Do I need to bring anything special?

No special equipment needed—just come ready to cook! All ingredients are provided.