The intimate cooking classes of Lucca, Italy get right to the heart of Tuscan cooking traditions. In local homes and historic kitchens, you’ll master the art of fresh pasta-making, whip up seasonal antipasti, and create classic tiramisu. The best classes combine hands-on cooking with morning market tours, where expert local chefs help you select the freshest ingredients.
We especially love the small-group sessions in family homes – they provide the most authentic experience and personal attention. Look for classes that include both pasta and dessert-making, typically running 4-5 hours and costing around €145 per person.
These are our favorite cooking experiences in Lucca…
Good To Know
- Cesarine Cooking Class in Lucca offers a small group setting focused on pasta and tiramisu preparation, with a high 5.0 rating from 153 reviews.
- Chef Giuseppe’s Cooking Class in Lucca provides a hands-on four-course meal preparation experience, including a market tour for local ingredients.
- Lucca’s Market Tour & Cooking Class is a 5-star rated experience that combines shopping for ingredients and preparing three classic Italian dishes.
- Private cooking classes in Gaiole in Chianti and San Miniato offer seasonal starters, fresh pasta, and desserts, with some held in historic villas.
- Cooking classes in Lucca provide hands-on experience in traditional Tuscan cooking techniques, opportunities to learn about wine pairings, and take-home recipes.
Lucca Home Cooking Experience: Pasta and Tiramisù
For travelers eager to explore the heart of Lucca’s culinary traditions, the Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu with Mamma experience offers an immersive cooking class.
Rated 5.0 out of 153 reviews, this hands-on class teaches participants to prepare classic Italian dishes like ravioli, tagliatelle, and the iconic tiramisu.
Hosted in a local family home, the experience provides an intimate setting where guests can learn techniques directly from an experienced cook.
Along with the cooking instruction, the class includes a 3-course lunch or dinner, regional wines, and the opportunity to engage with the host about Italian food and culture.
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Cooking Class in Luccas Historic Center
Situated in the heart of Lucca’s historic center, the Cooking Class in Lucca’s Historic Center offers an immersive culinary experience for travelers seeking to explore the city’s rich gastronomic traditions.
Hosted by the renowned Chef Giuseppe, the class features a hands-on four-course meal preparation, including Florentine Gnudi, pumpkin risotto, and panna cotta.
Participants can expect a warm and welcoming atmosphere, as well as the opportunity to taste regional wines, olive oil, and local cheeses.
With a maximum of 14 people and a minimum age of 16, the class caters to a range of skill levels, ensuring an enjoyable and educational experience for all.
The convenient location near public transportation and the market tour add to the class’s appeal.
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Dining Experience at a Locals Home in Pistoia With Show Cooking
At the heart of Pistoia’s charming cityscape, travelers can enjoy a private dining experience that showcases the region’s rich culinary traditions.
Recommended by 100% of guests, this 4-course meal includes a seasonal starter, fresh pasta, second course with side dish, and a typical dessert – all complemented by local wines and coffee.
Hosted by Tuscan chefs known as Cesarinas, the experience provides insights into cooking traditions and cultural nuances.
With hands-on involvement in meal preparation, guests can expect an engaging and educational culinary journey, culminating in a memorable, family-style dining experience.
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Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Locals Home in Lucca
Travelers to Lucca can enjoy the city’s vibrant culinary culture through a Cesarine market tour and cooking class held in a local’s home.
This 5-star rated experience allows participants to shop for seasonal ingredients at a local market before learning to prepare three traditional Italian dishes.
The private cooking class is led by a certified Cesarina, who guides guests through the hands-on preparation of a starter, fresh pasta, and a Tuscan dessert.
The class includes a 3-course meal, beverages, and personalised attention in an intimate setting.
With positive reviews highlighting the knowledgeable host and delicious recipes, this is an ideal way to discover Lucca’s food traditions.
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Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal With a Local in Lucca
Lucca’s culinary heritage comes alive as visitors embark on a Cesarine home cooking class. This immersive experience allows you to learn from a certified home cook (Cesarina) and prepare three traditional Italian dishes from scratch.
With a maximum of 10 travelers per class, you’ll enjoy a hands-on lesson with tips and techniques to recreate the dishes at home. After the cooking, savor a delicious homemade meal accompanied by a selection of Italian wines.
The class takes place either in the morning or afternoon, with the meeting point in Lucca. Priced from $191.93 per person, this culinary adventure offers a unique insight into local culture and cuisine.
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Cesarine: Typical Dining & Cooking Demo at Locals Home in Lucca
This intimate Cesarine dining and cooking demonstration in a local’s home in Lucca offers visitors a rare glimpse into traditional Tuscan cuisine.
During the 3-hour experience, a maximum of 10 travelers will gather in a private home to watch a cooking demonstration of fresh pasta, desserts, and classic Tuscan dishes. Participants can choose to assist in the preparation or simply observe.
The shared meal includes a 3-course lunch or dinner, accompanied by regional wines.
While reviews are mixed, the experience provides an authentic opportunity to take in the culinary traditions of Lucca.
Priced from $117.95 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours prior.
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Private Cooking Class at a Cesarinas Home in Gaiole in Chianti
Step into the heart of Tuscan culinary tradition with a private cooking class at a Cesarinas home in Gaiole in Chianti.
You’ll sample a seasonal starter, make fresh pasta, and enjoy a typical dessert during this hands-on experience.
The class includes a tasting of 3 recipes and beverages like water, wines, and coffee.
Cesarine hosts follow strict sanitary protocols, providing essential equipment like paper towels and hand sanitizer.
The activity starts and ends at a convenient meeting point in Gaiole in Chianti.
With a 5-star rating and free cancellation up to 24 hours before, this private class offers an authentic taste of Italian cuisine for $155.48 per person.
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Dining Experience at a Locals Home in San Miniato With Show Cooking
For those seeking an authentic taste of Italian cuisine, a dining experience at a local’s home in San Miniato, near Lucca, offers a unique opportunity.
Hosted by a member of Italy’s Cesarine network, the experience includes a show cooking demonstration featuring family recipes.
Guests can enjoy a 4-course meal prepared during the demonstration, with a menu that includes a seasonal starter, fresh pasta, a second course with a side dish, and a typical dessert, all accompanied by regional wine.
Priced from €85.00 per person, this private culinary adventure provides a glimpse into the local food culture, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
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Private Cooking Class at a Cesarinas Home in Pistoia
A private cooking class at a Cesarina’s home in Pistoia, Lucca, Italy, offers an immersive culinary experience.
You’ll sample a menu of seasonal starter, fresh pasta, and a typical dessert, along with water, wines, and coffee.
The class takes place at the meeting point in Pistoia, with the address provided after booking for privacy.
Cesarine adhere to strict sanitary protocols, providing essential equipment and ensuring proper distancing.
While not wheelchair accessible, the class is suitable for most travelers and is a private experience for your group only, operated by Cesarine: Cooking Class.
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Private Italian Cooking In A Historic Villa In The Hills Of Lucca (Groups of 10)
Nestled in the rolling hills just outside Lucca, Villa Michaela offers a private Italian cooking class experience like no other.
Ideal for groups of 10, guests will enjoy a hands-on lesson in Tuscan cuisine, followed by a large lunch with local wine, coffee, tea, and dessert.
The sample menu includes classic dishes like bruschetta, pasta al pomodoro, and homemade gelato.
After a 15-minute drive from Lucca, visitors arrive at the historic villa with ample parking.
The class runs from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM daily and is priced at $1,608.38 per person.
With free cancellation and flexible booking, this exclusive experience is perfect for foodies looking to enjoy the flavors of Italy.
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Dining Experience at a Locals Home in Capannori With Show Cooking
Visitors to the Lucca region can enjoy the authentic flavors of Tuscan cuisine by booking a private dining experience at a local’s home in Capannori.
The 4-course meal, which includes a seasonal starter, fresh pasta, a second course with a side dish, and a typical dessert, is prepared right before your eyes in an intimate show cooking setting.
Beverages like water, wines, and coffee are all provided.
While the meeting point is in Capannori, the full address of the Cesarina host is shared after booking for privacy reasons.
This private activity isn’t wheelchair accessible but is suitable for most travelers.
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Private Cooking Class at a Cesarinas Home in San Miniato
Enjoy the authentic flavors of Tuscany during a private cooking class at a Cesarina’s home in San Miniato, Lucca.
You’ll learn to prepare a seasonal starter, pasta, and a typical dessert, then savor your creations along with water, wines, and coffee.
The meeting point is in San Miniato, with the full address provided after booking for privacy.
Cesarine adhere to strict sanitary rules, and essential equipment is provided. Maintain 1-meter distance, and masks and gloves are recommended when necessary.
Priced from €145 per person, this experience is likely to sell out, so check availability for your desired date.
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The Sum Up
Lucca offers a variety of engaging cooking classes that allow visitors to enjoy the region’s culinary traditions. From hands-on pasta and tiramisu workshops to private lessons in locals’ homes, these experiences provide an opportunity to learn authentic recipes and techniques while gaining insight into the area’s rich food culture. Whether you’re a novice or experienced cook, these classes cater to all levels and interests, ensuring a memorable and delicious learning experience in Lucca.