The Ultimate Tuscan Culinary Journey

This is more than a cooking course — it is a full immersion into the soul of Tuscan cuisine. Over seven beautiful days, you will learn the complete rhythm of authentic Tuscan cooking, from market to table, just as it has been practiced for generations.

You will leave with confidence, new techniques, and the ability to create memorable Tuscan meals for years to come.

Your 7-Day Journey

Day 1: Arrival & The Art of Aperitivo

Welcome to the borgo. Settle in and learn the Italian philosophy of aperitivo — small bites, excellent wines, and the art of gathering. Wine tasting and pairing basics for the week to come.

Evening welcome dinner.

Day 2: Market Day + Pasta & Sauce Mastery

Visit a local market and then discover how simple and easy it is to make fresh pasta in minutes while creating classic and seasonal sauces: bolognese, fresh pomodoro, carbonara, pesto and more.

Day 3: Risotto & Roasted Meats

Learn the art of making the perfect creamy risotto with seasonal vegetables that pair with Tuscany's famous roasted cuisines - from chicken to pork and using traditional techniques and seasoning - along with the secrets to every Nonna's kitchen.

Day 4: Pizza & Focaccia

Master the skill of making the perfect pizza dough to finished crust with our wood-fired oven. You'll learn the easy variables to creating authentic schiacciata (you'll never buy crackers again), focaccia for mouth-watering panini and how to combine the right flavors for a balanced and sumptuous sandwich.

Day 5: Desserts & Sweet Traditions

No Tuscan meal ends without a little dolce, so you'll learn how to make some of Tuscany's classic desserts like tiramisu, torta di ricotta and of course - biscotti. We'll also delve into 'digestivo' history and how to pair the right after dinner drink to keep the conversation flowing - a tradition at every Italian dinner table.

Day 6: Meal Planning - The Opera of Italian Dining Experience

We'll plan our evening meal and get cooking a fabulous and memorable meal from everything you've learned over the previous 5 days. We'll divide into groups and prepare a feast with a deep dive on wine pairing through the classic courses:

L'Aperitivo - The Opener - Opens the stomach

L'Antipasto - The Apetizer - Starts the meal

Il Primo - The First Course - Delivers the primary carbohydrates

Il Secondo - The Second Course - Serves as the main protein dish

Il Contorno - The Side Dish - Accompanies and balances the heavy protein

Il Dolce - The Sweet Close - Concludes the savory portion of the evening

Il Caffe - The Digest - Resets the palate and aids digestion

Il Digestivo - The Finale to settle the stomach

Day 7: The Best Wines of Tuscany

The final day is dedicated to one of Tuscany’s greatest gifts: its extraordinary wines.

You’ll enjoy a deep, guided wine tasting journey through the most celebrated appellations of the region — Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Super Tuscans, and more.

Led by a local sommelier, you will learn how to taste like an Italian: understanding terroir, grape varieties, aging methods, and the stories behind each wine.

You’ll explore perfect food pairings with the dishes you’ve learned throughout the week, discovering why certain wines were born to accompany Tuscan cuisine.

This is more than a tasting — it’s a beautiful culmination of everything you’ve experienced: the land, the food, the culture, and the deep pleasure of sharing a table with good wine and good company.

The day ends with a special farewell dinner you help prepare, where your wines will be perfectly paired with the final meal — a true celebration of La Cucina Toscana.

What’s Included

7 nights accommodation at the Isabella's Earth Tuscany borgo
All meals, wines, aperitivos & snacks
All ingredients and premium materials
Market visits and local experiences
Take-home recipe book
Intimate group size (maximum 10 participants)
Investment: Early-Bird Price (until Dec 31, 2026): $3,997 Regular Price: $4,297

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