Siena & Chianti: Small Group Tuscan Cooking Class Farmhouse

Summary

Chianti farmhouse flavors hands-on class Siena food journey

You’ll feel Tuscany come alive as you knead pasta dough in a Chianti farmhouse near Siena with a local chef guiding every step. Taste fresh bruschetta and hand-rolled pasta you make yourself, then finish with homemade tiramisù—all paired with local wine and laughter around the table. It’s not just cooking; it’s sharing stories and flavors you’ll remember long after.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the smell—the kitchen in this old Chianti farmhouse near Siena had that warm, flour-dust scent that somehow makes you hungry even if you just ate. Our group was small, maybe eight of us, so it felt more like visiting someone’s home than a class. Chef Paolo greeted us with a grin and an accent thicker than the olive oil he poured over the bread. He asked where we were from, then handed me a tomato almost as big as my fist—“For bruschetta,” he said, showing me how to rub garlic on the bread just so. My hands still smelled like basil hours later.

I’d never made pasta from scratch before—turns out it’s messier than Instagram makes it look. Rolling dough next to strangers who quickly became friends (and one who kept sneaking bites of cheese when Paolo turned his back) felt oddly comforting. The light outside shifted from gold to something softer while we worked, and I caught myself grinning at how proud I was of my lopsided tagliatelle. When we sat down together at a long wooden table, passing plates and pouring Chianti wine, there was this easy laughter that happens when people share food they’ve made with their own hands.

Tiramisù came last—Paolo insisted we try making it “the real way,” which apparently involves more espresso than I thought possible. Someone spilled cocoa powder everywhere and nobody cared. Eating what we’d cooked under those old beams—with the hills outside going blue in the dusk—I felt like I’d borrowed someone else’s life for an afternoon. Even now, back home, I can taste that first bite of bruschetta if I close my eyes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Tuscan cooking class in Chianti farmhouse

• Meet local chef in Chianti
• Learn Tuscan cooking techniques
• Prepare bruschetta starter
• Make fresh handmade pasta
• Cook pasta sauce
• Prepare typical dessert
• Take recipes home

Top questions

How long is the cooking class in Chianti near Siena?

The cooking class lasts about 4 hours from start to finish.

Is lunch included in this Siena cooking class?

Yes, you eat everything you prepare during the class—including bruschetta, pasta dishes, and dessert—with drinks included.

Are recipes provided after the Tuscan cooking class?

Yes, you’ll receive recipes to take home so you can recreate the dishes yourself.

What kind of pasta do we make during the class?

The type varies—could be tagliatelle, ravioli, or other fresh handmade pasta depending on the chef’s choice that day.

Is wine included during the cooking experience?

Yes, a glass of local Chianti wine is included with your meal.

Can dietary requirements be accommodated?

You can advise specific dietary needs at booking; gluten-free options are available.

Are children allowed in this Siena cooking class?

Infants and small children are welcome; prams or strollers are allowed and infant seats are available if needed.

How many people are usually in each group?

The class operates with small groups for a more personal experience—usually around eight participants.

What’s included

Your day includes all necessary ingredients for every dish you prepare (from bruschetta to dessert), guidance from a professional chef fluent in several languages, recipes to take home, drinks including local wine with your meal, plus everything needed for a relaxed small-group atmosphere right in the heart of Chianti near Siena.