In spring and autumn, Gargonza offers unique experiences that enrich our countryside offerings. One of these is our cooking course, where you’ll have the chance to connect with the chef of our restaurant and spend two hours immersed in the daily life of the kitchen, discovering the passion behind each dish. This experience is available upon request for groups of at least 4 people. The course is also perfect for team-building activities. During the course, you will prepare fresh pasta, a dessert, and a sauce for the pasta together with the chef.

Pappa al pomodoro, steak, meat sauces, and fresh pasta are just some of the Tuscan specialties famous around the world, all accompanied by a great glass of red wine!

To offer you a complete experience, we organize a traditional Tuscan cooking course for those who wish to enjoy a unique culinary experience. During the course, you will not only learn the techniques for preparing typical Tuscan dishes but also hear the stories behind the recipes, smell the most genuine ingredients, and discover the culinary traditions of our region.

The Tuscan Cooking Course: A Journey Through Flavors and Traditions

We’ve structured our Tuscan cooking course to allow you to taste some traditional dishes and reveal some secrets of our gastronomic heritage.

The “Hands in Dough” Package

We named the course “Hands in Dough” because the focus will be on making fresh pasta. In about two and a half hours, our chef will teach you how to make perfect traditional Tuscan fresh pasta, using a few simple ingredients, as is typical in peasant traditions. If you wish, you can also request gluten-free fresh pasta.

In addition to making fresh pasta, you’ll learn how to prepare a typical Tuscan sauce of your choice: from the classic tomato sauce to rich meat ragù, or vegetarian sauces with mushrooms or truffles.

Finally, the chef will guide you in preparing a traditional Tuscan appetizer or dessert, depending on your preferences.

At the end of the course, you will enjoy a meal with everything you’ve prepared, completing the experience and making it truly unforgettable.

Culinary Team Building

For corporate groups looking to improve teamwork and collaboration, our culinary team building is the perfect experience!

We offer several culinary team building activities: participants will compete in preparing dishes such as fresh pasta, pizza, and bread, all cooked in our ancient wood-fired oven. Additionally, we can arrange a visit to the garden, where everyone will contribute, or a wine tasting or freestyle cocktail competition.

If you want to organize a culinary team-building experience for your group, contact us, and we’ll find the perfect solution for you!

Why Take a Traditional Tuscan Cooking Course?

There are many reasons why you should take a Tuscan cooking course if you are visiting this beautiful region:

• Learn the secrets of Tuscan cooking: Simple, genuine, and full of flavor, Tuscan cuisine is famous worldwide. A cooking course will let you discover authentic recipes and techniques that you won’t find in cookbooks.
• Discover new ingredients and flavors: Tuscan cuisine uses many local ingredients, some of which are unique to this region, such as saltless bread, various cheeses, finocchiona, and many other delights waiting to be explored.
• Have fun and socialize: Tuscan cooking courses are a perfect opportunity to share an experience with friends, colleagues, or family, creating a collaborative and fun atmosphere. It’s no coincidence that many companies choose these courses for team-building activities.

If you’re a food lover and enjoy traditional recipes, this cooking course is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the culinary culture of one of the world’s most beautiful regions.

It will be an experience that will stay with you forever! Contact us for more information.