Florence · MARKETS
4 experiences compared
If a friend asked us for a short list, these 4 market tours would make it. Each entry shows the practical trade-off, the current price and the traveller verdict that moved it upward.
Shop Florence’s market, cook a full Tuscan meal in the hills, and enjoy a 4-course lunch with Chianti and recipes emailed after.
“Erika was wonderful. So full of life and warmth you would think she just invited you to her own home. She made this experience amazing!”
Shop Mercato Centrale with a chef, cook Florentine favorites from scratch, toast with Chianti, then leave with recipes for home cooking.
“It was so much fun. The instructor was excellent. The recipes are delicious and we learned so much for such a wonderful experience.”
Make tagliatelle, ravioli, and tiramisù in a small Florence class, optional Sant’Ambrogio market, with wine and dinner in English.
“This was a GREAT experience. Our chef Andrea was charming and knowledgeable. We were worried about our 8 & 10 year old but they loved it. We basically made the pasta and assisted with the sauces and the kids loved it. Our 8 year old didn't even ask for ketchup (IYKYK). The market tour and cheese tasting was great. I would highly recommend for anyone. As a chef it was an incredible experience.”
Florence Central Market tour plus hands-on pasta, Nonna-style lasagna, and tiramisù, finished with Chianti at one small-group table.
“Was a really fun day with chef Victoria. Explored market and then had a really fun cooking class and beautiful lunch afterwards. Learnt a lot about local favourites and culture. Highly recommended”
