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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Two of our guests helping out with the antipasto before our incredible meal at a family-run winery near Greve in Chianti The small town of Pienza offers the perfect view of the Chianti valley, a great chance to appreciate the Tuscan beauty The wine will be so good during the Chianti vacation that you'll want it straight from the barrel! Of course, on a Chianti cooking vacation in Tuscany you cannot skip delicious pasta! We take every opportunity we can to have fun as we galavant through the Tuscan hills We make the trip to Cortona, the setting of Under the Tuscan Sun for a private, hands-on cooking class Our cooking class in Cortona, the setting for Under the Tuscan Sun is hosted by a local family in a private villa Going off the beaten path in the Tuscan hills to learn about the goats that help make beautiful cashmere products Up in the Tuscan mountains we tour a family farm. This is a great immersive experience and wonderful family atmosphere. Farm to table ingredients in our hand-on Chianti cooking classes build anticipation for a delicious Tuscan dinner Our hands-on cooking classes always get everyone involved and having fun in some capacity This is a peek of dish that can only be found in the Chianti region Tuscany, a truly local specialty 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 Our cooking classes do an excellent job showcasing local specialties and these biscotti are no exception One our visits to a local farm includes learning how to make the Tuscan special pizza called schiacciata Admiring the offerings at the market of San Lorenzo during our food tour in Florence Our food tour of Florence is a great opportunity to get a feel of the local culture and experience the central market Learn how to make Tuscan specialty pastas like this pici with pesto in same setting as the movie Under the Tuscan Sun Our Chianti vacation features some of the best views Tuscany and Italy in general have to offer A photo opportunity among sunflowers under the Tuscan sun can never be passed up Taking a walk through this Tuscan castle turned winery in the hills of Chianti Aside from its famous view, Pienza is home to the delicious Tuscan pecorino cheese Piazza del Campo in Siena comes to life under the night sky The views of Tuscany are unparalleled, we make sure to take advantage of every opportunity to appreciate them Our Tuscan vacation is so much more than food and wine, it's about making lasting friendships and memories During our Tuscany vacation, we tour what is considered by many, the most beautiful wine cellars in Europe Good food, good wine and good friends are always cause for celebration! We always select traditional Tuscan dishes to prepare during our cooking classes in Chianti. Romance is truly in the air throughout our adventures and experiences across the Chianti region of Tuscany Our hands-on cooking classes are a great opportunity to learn how to make the famous Italian liquor, Limoncello Our guests eager to dive into another half day of cooking fun and learning how to make more Tuscan dishes During our Tuscan winery tours, we get a wonderful explanation of how the renowned Vin Santo dessert wine is made The location and architecture of Pienza make it one of the most picturesque towns of Tuscany 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. Our small group class is getting ready to make a myriad of delicious local Tuscan dishes An afternoon spritz is a small example of how deep we dive into everyday Italian culture Piazza del Campo in Siena, Italy is the famous piazza of the Palio horse race, a pillar of the culture of Siena 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. We love making tasty food during our cooking classes, but we love having fun even more Florentine steak is a must-have culinary experience in the Tuscan region. We enjoy ours deep in the hills of Chianti