Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends
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Is Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends worth booking?
Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends is a 4-hour experience in San Gimignano, Italy, from $166 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (10)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $166 per person
More than a Cooking Class Cooking Class includes: 1 - an intensive cooking session with instruction (in English) and practice with our chef, 3 course meal following the lesson including selected wines (Prosecco and Chian
What you get
About this experience
More than a Cooking Class Cooking Class includes: 1 - an intensive cooking session with instruction (in English) and practice with our chef, 3 course meal following the lesson including selected wines (Prosecco and Chianti), coffee, all food ingredients, taxes, 2 - visit to the cellars of the Ugo Bing Winery 3 - than you will live a journey back in time to discover the underground Etruscan Granaries of 2500 years ago, a great surprise for adults and especially for kids.
What's included
Included
- Lunch or dinner following the cooking class
- Selected wines
- Prosecco with appetizers
- Cooking class with a professional chef
Not included
- Transportation to/from cooking class location
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
San Gimignano
From the Firenze Siena highway take the Tavarnelle exit towards Tavarnelle, past Tavarnelle take the SP49 after 6 km at the crossroads with Via Lucardese turn left into via Firenze after 450 meters you have arrived. In Google Maps write ItCooking Plus Code: H4P8+HM 50052 Fiano Firenze
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
From the Firenze Siena highway take the Tavarnelle exit towards Tavarnelle, past Tavarnelle take the SP49 after 6 km at the crossroads with Via Lucardese turn left into via Firenze after 450 meters you have arrived. In Google Maps write ItCooking Plus Code: H4P8+HM 50052 Fiano Firenze
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- ItCooking - Cooking School in Tuscany
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 12 people per booking
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Best cooking class, with the best instructor!
We took a private cooking class with Giuditta on our honeymoon this September, and it was everything we hoped for - and MORE!! Giuditta could not have been a more welcoming, knowledgeable, and fun instructor! She didn’t hold back on any of “grandma’s cooking secrets” or techniques that we could bring back home to our own kitchen. We started with a welcome espresso, then got to work on our own Ragu Bolognese with fresh pasta, a guinea fowl entree, and a bruschetta appetizer and green salad. We had a lovely bottle of Prosecco to enjoy with the starters, and an excellent red wine with dinner. We dined outside with a beautiful view of the Tuscan hills at sunset. After dessert Giuditta even joined us for an amaro and was so lovely to sit and chat with, giving us all sorts of tips for the rest of our trip in Italy (we LOVED Trastevere in Rome thx to her!). We could not recommend this cooking class more. Don’t hesitate, book with Giuditta and you won’t be disappointed! The food was all DELICIOUS as well.
Response from the operator: Thanks for your nice comments it was a pleasure to have you in my kitchen, I sincerely hope to have you back in my kitchen and that what you have learned will help you to prepare delicious Italian meals for your family and for your friends and that your reputation as a fantastic cook will rise. Cari saluti Giuditta
via Tripadvisor
Loved this Cooking Class!
Our chef Guiditta was warm and knowledgeable, walking us through how to make homemade pasta, a meat lasagna and a pesto vegetable lasagna, pasta pomodoro and tiramisu. The class was such fun and the food was delicious!
Response from the operator: Thanks for your praises, it was a pleasure to have you in my kitchen, I sincerely hope that what you have learned will help you to prepare delicious meals for your family and for your friends and that your reputation as a fantastic cook will rise. Cari saluti Giuditta
via Tripadvisor
Guiditha was amazing! Our family...
<p>Guiditha was amazing! Our family enjoyed this class immensely. She did a fabulous job teaching us her tricks of the trade and the food was most delicious. While the Villa seems a little run down, but kitchen in which you cook in and the experience is one to remember. Both of our kids have said this was the best day of our trip.</p>
via Viator
Truly enjoyed the cooking class and...
<p>Truly enjoyed the cooking class and our chef! I would give her a 5 out of 5 however, the location - a tuscan villa among the Chianti Vineyards was very misleading. The villa was hidden in the trees, crumbling down around us and we were only allowed in the kitchen and to see two rooms. Although we enjoyed a couple of glasses of wine at the end, I was under the impression it would be more of a wine tasting as we cooked. This was my mistake. We still enjoyed the food and fun of making it!</p>
via Viator
The cooking class was absolutely...
<p>The cooking class was absolutely worth it, we really enjoyed the class, instructor, classmates and of course eating our homework. Our instructor did a wonderful job of engaging with the students, teaching some interesting techniques, and hosting our dinner. The only downside was the facility. Class was in an ancient villa, through sort of a side door to a marginally clean kitchen area. Part of the place is rented to families that roamed around, and another part isoccupied by the owner who wandered out when we arrived. He had a holey tee-shirt and worn out pants, and could've used a shower. Really nice guy once we talked to him, but not the ideal intro to a cooking class. Would HIGHLY recommend finding a better facility, because the class itself and the instructor were superb!</p>
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by ItCooking - Cooking School in Tuscany, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.6.
See everything ItCooking - Cooking School in Tuscany runsWhy this scores 61
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Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Gimignano.
How much does Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends cost?
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Prices start at $166 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Gimignano usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in San Gimignano is not rushed.
Is Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in San Gimignano, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in San Gimignano can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in San Gimignano and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Learn to cook an Italian meal for the happiness of your friends start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central San Gimignano within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in San Gimignano?
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On Outty we rank every San Gimignano experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Wine and food tasting in an organic family winery, Tuscan Cooking Class, Tuscany Wine Tour: 2 Wineries & Chianti from San Gimignano. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit San Gimignano?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in San Gimignano?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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