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La Quercia Estate: Top Cooking School in Italy
5.0
45 Ratings
Città Metropolitana di Firenze
Immerse yourself in a historical family estate near Florence and indulge in an authentic culinary experience. Discover the magic of art and food blending together in this top-rated cooking studio.
Immerse yourself in a historical family estate near Florence and indulge in an authentic culinary experience. Discover the magic of art and food blending together in this top-rated cooking studio.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- La Quercia Estate - Immerse yourself in the Tuscan countryside, and get hands-on during this authentic cooking course designed to introduce you to the aromas, flavours and traditions of the Italian famous cuisine. You will prepare an special five-course meal at our boutique cooking studio using cherished family recipes and garden-fresh ingredients…
- La Quercia Estate - Immerse yourself in the Tuscan countryside, and get hands-on during this authentic cooking course designed to introduce you to the aromas, flavours and traditions of the Italian famous cuisine. You will prepare an special five-course meal at our boutique cooking studio using cherished family recipes and garden-fresh ingredients that honour the seasons. The menu is usually Mediterranean/Tuscan and it can be tailored to the guests taste. On arrival, you’ll enjoy a delicious steaming cup of vanilla tea or traditional Italian espresso coffee with homemade cake, and receive a brief overview of the lesson of the day. Around noon, you’ll take a break by sipping a glass of wine of the estate: white Trebbiano and red San Giovese, and enjoying the antipasto that you’ve prepared during the first part of the class. After your break, you’ll get back to work in the cucina as you put the finishing touches on your delicious meal before enjoying lunch at around 1.30 pm. Your cooking instructor is a Tuscan native whose passion for cooking started at a very young age in the home of her nonna, who shared her Tuscan family recipes with her, which she’s perfected and now thrilled to share with you
What's Included
- Lunch with the estate wines
- All taxes, fees and handling charges included
- All necessary equipment provided
- Recipes included
- Authentic small group cooking class with full course menu instruction
- Morning tea, coffee, and homemade cake or pastries
- Lunch with the estate wines
- All taxes, fees and handling charges included
- All necessary equipment provided
- Recipes included
- Authentic small group cooking class with full course menu instruction
- Morning tea, coffee, and homemade cake or pastries
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Private transportation
Meal Options
- Focaccia con la Salvia - Focaccia Bread with Sage Leaves, Picked Fresh From the Kitchen Garden
- Gnocchi di Patate con Sugo di Pomodoro Fresco - Home Made Potato Gnocchi with Fresh Tomato Sauce
- Polpettine al Limone - Lemon Scented Meat Balls
- Pisellini alla Toscana - Tuscan Peas Cooked in the Typical Terracotta Casserole
- Dolce al Cioccolato - Melt in Mouth Chocolate Cake Dusted with Confectioners’ Sugar
- Focaccia con la Salvia - Focaccia Bread with Sage Leaves, Picked Fresh From the Kitchen Garden
- Gnocchi di Patate con Sugo di Pomodoro Fresco - Home Made Potato Gnocchi with Fresh Tomato Sauce
- Polpettine al Limone - Lemon Scented Meat Balls
- Pisellini alla Toscana - Tuscan Peas Cooked in the Typical Terracotta Casserole
- Dolce al Cioccolato - Melt in Mouth Chocolate Cake Dusted with Confectioners’ Sugar
Additional Information
This exclusive culinary studio is located on a family-owned property, spreading over 20 acres of land, graced with vines and 600 olive trees; crafting Trebbiano and San Giovese wines, and top-quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Steeped in history, this estate was acquired in the 1960s by the Chef’s father, the renowned abstract artist, Francesco Clemente….
This exclusive culinary studio is located on a family-owned property, spreading over 20 acres of land, graced with vines and 600 olive trees; crafting Trebbiano and San Giovese wines, and top-quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Steeped in history, this estate was acquired in the 1960s by the Chef’s father, the renowned abstract artist, Francesco Clemente. The quaint cottage, once a painting studio, was transformed into a culinary workspace around a decade ago, where art and cuisine amalgamate to shape a mystical ambiance. After all, culinary creations are an art form, and your host takes great delight in assisting you craft your gastronomic work of art with utmost devotion and zeal.
The prestigious La Quercia Estate has been recognized by Forbes as one of the top 5 culinary schools and gastronomic getaways in Italy!
- Minimum of 2 people required per booking
- Maximum number of guests is 10 people
Location
La Quercia Estate
Via di Fabbiolle
If you are traveling without car, we can arrange transportation for a fee
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(45 Ratings)
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954trinaj
Jun 5, 2025
Buonissimo - The most amazing cooking experience! Mother and daughter team of Veronica and Margherita expertly and effortlessly prepared a bountiful meal from the fruits of the harvest from the gardens on their 20 acre estate. The well appointed and comfortable cooking studio (sofa if you must sit during extravaganza) is next to the stunning villa. All your senses will awaken as you witness and assist in the preparation of a meal that is simply elegant. The colors of the vegetables are vibrant, the smells aromatic, and the tastes delectable. You are then seated on their gorgeous veranda to enjoy the courses of meals served with wine and olive oil made on property. Let the time while away as you immerse yourself in this unique opportunity
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Camper45139393928
May 26, 2025
Exquisite experience - An exquisite experience with Veronica and Margarita who with love and passion shared their family recipes and detailed techniques to make these delicious meals.
Such warmth and caring to detail made this an exceptional cooking experience. It was fun, inspirational and pure magic.
This is a must for the culinary enthusiast.
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935nikig
May 8, 2025
Cooking in the countryside - Our time at La Quercia Estate was nothing short of magical. Nestled in the serene countryside, this cooking class offered not only a hands-on culinary experience, but also a deeply personal and soulful connection to the land, the ingredients, and the people who nurture them.
Maghertia, our gracious host and guide, welcomed us with warmth and generosity, making us feel like old friends returning home. Alongside her was her lovely mother, Veronica, whose calm presence and deep knowledge of traditional Italian cooking enriched the day beyond measure. Together, they created an atmosphere that was both joyful and contemplative, where laughter mingled with the aromas of onion, herbs, and fresh dough rising in the kitchen.
We prepared handmade pasta, focaccia with sage and olive oil from their grove, and a rustic omelette that tasted like the very essence of the season. As we cooked, we talked about life, about family, about change, and living life with less stress. Veronica spoke about the ingredients and the importance of choosing what is local and fresh. Her words and advice carried a kind of reverence that stayed with us long after the meal was done.
Maghertia shared stories of her upbringing and her passion for simple, nourishing food. The day was not just about cooking but about being present, about connecting over shared work and shared meals.
We left La Quercia with full hearts, full bellies, and a renewed appreciation for the quiet magic of homegrown hospitality. I can’t recommend it enough.
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Georgialee
Mar 31, 2025
Incredible cooking experience with our family and theirs - Margherita and her mother are simply magic. The experience they created for me, my husband and our three college age girls studying in Florence for the semester was nothing short of amazing. The food was fresh, and most from their garden or farm. The setting was out of a fairy tail and the warm company was the icing on the cake. I’m writing this review a few months late (October visit) as we got incredibly busy at the end of our trip but it was important enough to me to make time to go back and write the review as it left an indelibly memory with my family. If you can find time to fit this experience in, please do so. It will be the highlight of your trip. Margherita - Hans and I hope to come see you and your lovely family again soon. This time, spending a few days with you all at the Inn. 🥰🥰🥰. Fondly, Hans and Georgia Z
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H8570xsbenh
Nov 6, 2024
Wonderful cooking and eating experience. - The estate and cooking studio are beautiful. The effort to make us comfortable and teach authentic Italian cooking exceeded our expectations. Veronica and her daughter Margherita are wonderful hosts and teachers. Drinking estate Trebbiano and Sangiovese wine made from grapes grown on the grounds just added to the ambience. We made bruschetta, frittata, pumpkin velvet soup, green peppers with capers and olives, chocolate cake to die for and learning how to make real egg pasta was a culinary education. Her wonderful freshly cold pressed olive oil will make people on our Christmas gift list very happy. The olive trees on her farm supply the extra virgin olive oil. If you want a true eating and learning experience far from the crowds at museums or busy cities, please avail yourself this awesome experience.
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Anonymous
Oct 3, 2024
Tuscany Experience - We instantly felt like family and I never wanted to leave. The experience was passionate and from the heart….family traditions and I instantly felt what it would be like to call this home. On top of that the food was amazing!!!!
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Rfagan8
Sep 29, 2024
A Must-Do Excursion! - Spent a magical day in the Cooking Studio with a remarkable mother-daughter team. We learned new cooking techniques, recipes, and history about one of the loveliest villas in Tuscany. To top that off, we ate delightful food from their grounds and enjoyed beautiful wines from their vineyard. By the end of the day we felt like family!
A day we will never forget!! ❤️🇮🇹❤️
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Francesca_s
Jul 1, 2024
Favorite part of our trip! - We had the absolute best time at La Quercia. Everyone was so warm and welcoming and they truly make you feel at home. We learned so many amazing tips and tricks and the day never felt rushed. There was so much passion for teaching and sharing knowledge about food. We will be recommending to everyone!
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Meredith_l
Jun 13, 2024
Highly recommend! - This was our favorite activity in Florence! The property is absolutely beautiful and the cooking class was an authentic and delicious experience! Margherita was an amazing host and Veronica is a phenomenal chef and teacher with years of family recipes and experience. We already decided that we need to bring more friends back and do it again!
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Lucas_e
May 17, 2024
Unforgettable Experience - I would give 10 stars if I could!! This was an incredible, unforgettable experience! Our son and daughter-in-law gave us this experience as a gift and I feel like it had a lasting affect on me. Margherita was super helpful in arranging everything, including the cab rides, and introducing us to their estate. Her mother, Veronica, was an incredible teacher. You could feel Veronica’s passion and philosophy of cooking, hosting, and food throughout. Simple homegrown ingredients from their estate gardens and the preparation techniques came together in the most amazing burst of flavors and textures. Veronica taught us to slow down, savor the moments, and cook with love. It was as much a lesson on life as it was cooking. If you have a chance to participate, do not miss it!!
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