6 Chef-Led Pasta Classes in Florence Worth Booking

1.Authentic Pasta Making Class in Florence with a Local Chef

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 144 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $74Our pick

Meet at Ristorante Tre Pepi in central Florence for a 2.5-hour English-language class led by chefs such as Leon, Rudi, or Mamude. Make two or three pasta shapes and tiramisu, then eat your work with wine. It suits beginners, families, couples, and solo visitors, though the group size can vary.

“Our 2 teachers were great teachers ., Leon and Mamude . We made tiramisu , ravioli and fettuccini . Enjoyed wine throughout . We loved the experience .”

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2.Authentic Tuscan Pasta Class in Florence with Local Chef Cinzia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $180Top rated

Cook in Florentine host Cinzia’s home during a private three-hour class focused on handmade pasta, sauces, seasonal dishes, and dessert. Choose three pastas or pasta plus a meat course when booking. The menu can suit vegetarian, vegan, and allergy needs if arranged ahead. Prosecco, wine, dinner, and gratuities are included.

“Cinzia was very welcoming and helpful. We made a lot of delicious pasta (plus dessert!) and left feeling like we could do it again ourselves!”

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3.Fresh Pasta in a Michelin Kitchen: The Secrets of Taste

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $81

At 4:30 pm, join chefs including Roberta, Teresa, or Antonietta in a Florence Michelin Guide restaurant kitchen. Make tagliatelle, tortelli, ragù, and potato filling from scratch, then eat the finished meal with organic Chianti on a rooftop terrace. The English class lasts about three hours and costs $81.70 per person.

“This was an amazing experience with true Italians! The food was incredible and we made wonderful memories as a family!”

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4.Authentic Pasta Making Class in Florence with a Local Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Meet at Tre Pepi restaurant in central Florence for a 2.5-hour, hands-on pasta class with local chef Mahmoud. You’ll make fresh pasta from scratch, prepare two pasta dishes and dessert, and eat what you create. Groups are capped at 10, though smaller sessions can occur.

“Excellent food. Knowledgeable chef and teacher. Grateful for the techniques learned. Great, upbeat fellow participants. Would have enjoyed more humor, lightheartedness to the experience. Overall great time.”

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5.Tuscan Pasta Masterclass Small-Group Cooking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $156

In a modern Florence kitchen near St Trinity Bridge, Chef Vary and English-speaking chefs guide you through handmade Tuscan pasta, bruschetta, sauces, and local techniques. You work at your own station, then sit down to eat with wine. The class lasts about 2.5 hours, welcomes up to 12 people, and is for ages 16 and up.

“Enjoyed not only making pasta but also learning about the chemistry that helps make pasta good. Delicious sauces and techniques we created and explained to improve my pasta making experience”

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6.Authentic Pasta Making Class in Florence with a Local Chef

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Meet local chef Leon in central Florence for a 2.5-hour, hands-on pasta class. You’ll mix dough with eggs, semolina, and olive oil, shape two pasta styles, prepare tiramisu, and enjoy the finished meal with included wine and drinks. The class is in English, capped at 15 people, and returns to Via dell’Anguillara.

“We had a wonderful experience with our teacher/chef Leon. It was an intimate setting with hands on training on how to make TWO pastas and tiramisu. The wine is endless too. lol. You also get to enjoy your creations in a lovely dinner setting at the restaurant. Leon was helpful and very nice. Would definitely recommend.”

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