Photos - Wine & Cooking in the Heart of Chianti and Florence, Tuscany

Photos - Wine & Cooking in the Heart of Chianti and Florence, Tuscany

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Our cooking classes do an excellent job showcasing local specialties and these biscotti are no exception We only choose restaurants popular among the locals for our vacations, and Chianti is no exception. We always select traditional Tuscan dishes to prepare during our cooking classes in Chianti. Tuscany offers up some of the best views and vistas in all of Italy and Florence is no exception Admiring the offerings at the market of San Lorenzo during our food tour in Florence The location and architecture of Pienza make it one of the most picturesque towns of Tuscany We love making tasty food during our cooking classes, but we love having fun even more Our barbeque party in Chianti is a great time to relax by the pool an soak up some sun before a night of dancing and fun Our hands-on cooking classes always get everyone involved and having fun in some capacity Guest giving love to Chianti cashmere goat deep in the hills of Tuscany at a local artisan's goat farm Our food tour of Florence is a great opportunity to get a feel of the local culture and experience the central market Our guests truly become our family after spending a week with us in Tuscany This is an up-close and personal experience on a Tuscan cashmere goat farm, overlooking vista from the hills of Chianti Soaking up the "Under the Tuscan Sun" lifestyle at local winery in the Chianti region of Tuscany Farm to table ingredients in our hand-on Chianti cooking classes build anticipation for a delicious Tuscan dinner Learning how to make pasta from scratch is one of the best ways to soak of the beautiful and rich Italian culture Going to small family farms and places only locals know about are what make our trips truly immersive experiences The wine will be so good during the Chianti vacation that you'll want it straight from the barrel! The Duomo in Florence is one of the most iconic buildings in the world. We visit Florence during our Chianti Vacations Meeting locals is one of the best ways to appreciate and discover the local culture of Tuscany. Private lunch at a family owned winery overlooking the beautiful Tuscan landscape. We take every opportunity we can to have fun as we galavant through the Tuscan hills The small town of Pienza offers the perfect view of the Chianti valley, a great chance to appreciate the Tuscan beauty Our food tour of Florence is a great opportunity interact with local shop-owners and taste Tuscan specialties Vin Santo is a great finisher to a wonderful Tuscan meal, we'll taste many varieties on our Chianti vacation Romance is truly in the air throughout our adventures and experiences across the Chianti region of Tuscany A beautiful antipasto served by our friends on their local farm in the hills of Greve in Chianti, deep in Tuscany! Learning how to make dishes unique to the region we vacation in is a major part of the cultural experience we offer This is a behind the scenes look into the Tuscan lifestyle. It's an excellent cultural experience. Taking a walk through this Tuscan castle turned winery in the hills of Chianti Our Chianti vacation features a wine tasting in a small family run winery to create a more intimate experience During our Tuscany vacation, we tour what is considered by many, the most beautiful wine cellars in Europe The Palio horse-race in Siena is more than just a race. It is the life-blood of every citizen and a wonder to behold. Our Chianti vacation stops at the DeRicci family winery, widely regarded as the most beautiful cellar in the world Our cooking class in Cortona, the setting for Under the Tuscan Sun is hosted by a local family in a private villa Enjoying a small-group hands-on cooking class and wonderful meal with friends overlooking the Tuscan landscape There is nothing better than learning how make delicious Tuscan specialties and having fun doing it Italian piazzas are a great place to sit back with a glass of wine and observe Italian culture and lifestyle A photo opportunity among sunflowers under the Tuscan sun can never be passed up One our visits to a local farm includes learning how to make the Tuscan special pizza called schiacciata Our wine tastings are a fun, informal experience full of great information and exploration of Chianti wines Enjoying a wonderful evening of singing and dancing at a Tuscan-style barbeque