10 Classes & Workshops in Oltrarno That You Shouldn't Miss

September 3, 2021 Merry Kessler

Florence is an art historian’s dream. The Galleria dell'Accademia bursts with works by Michelangelo, who is entombed within the frescoed walls of the Basilica di Santa Croce. Budding photographers can snap pics of the Ponte Vecchio bridge, and serious shoppers can spend a blissful afternoon wandering the shops of Piazza Santo Spirito. Tuscan cuisine pays homage to the region’s bounty. Swipe a hunk of crusty bread across a pool of local olive oil and you’ll be instantly transported to your happiest place.
Restaurants in Florence

1. Chef Vary

Via Romana 28 inside the Store Tuscan Taste, 50125, Florence Italy +39 393 105 0885 [email protected] http://chefvary.com
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Chef Vary

It's me, Chef Vary, for 15 years my family company runs with passion and professionalism of Italian cuisine and food tours. We specialize in traditional and gluten free food, of which we have the ministerial authorization for security. We are official tasters of Extra-Virgin Olive Oil and Cheese. Our qualifications are concentrated to give you the best of knowledge without forgetting the fun! Every year you can meet us in America where we promote our proposals through cooking courses and culinary demonstrations. We avail ourselves of the help of guides specialized in art and food to complete our proposal on food tours ... Do you want to know us? come and taste ...! Private courses and joins Pasta class Italian Vegetarian Cooking Courses Tuscan cooking classes "Gluten free" courses: fresh pasta and bread "Gluten free" courses: Tuscan cuisine Courses for "crazy for meat" Contact us to have your favorite cooking class at the chef's house. Relaxing environment, your home away from home .

Reviewed By carolynbC4997ZW - Florence, Italy

Such fun - great company, great food & Vary is a hoot. Nice alternative to eating out - make your own dinner and learn some Italian history in the process!

2. The Truffle Hunter

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The Truffle Hunter

Tuscany is one of the most important regions in Italy for truffles. Truffle Hunter is a company Florence based who has the aim to promote this excellent natural product. We will take you in a wood land in a true hunting with our dogs.

3. Wine School Florence

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Wine School Florence

Learn about wine at our school in Florence No matter what kind of wine lover you are, or even if this is your first experience, you are sure to enjoy our wine classes at our wine school in Florence. Our wine school provides a range of high quality classes specialising in Tuscan wine courses where you will be familiarized with the basics of wine tasting and the classic Tuscan grape varieties.

4. Eatwith Florence

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Eatwith Florence

EatWith is the world’s leading community for authentic food experiences with locals, in 130+ countries. Through dinner parties, supper clubs, cooking classes, and food tours in private homes and special venues, EatWith connects hand-selected local hosts with travelers seeking unique, immersive food experiences.

5. InFlorence Academy

Piazza Santo Spirito 9 Int. Palazzo Guadagni, 50125, Florence Italy +39 055 213030 [email protected] http://www.inflorenceacademy.it/
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InFlorence Academy

The school, the oldest state recognized school of foreign languages in Florence, can be found in Palazzo Guadagni, a Renaissance palace dating from the 16th century which is located in the middle of the old town centre near the Ponte Vecchio.The historic school building, renovated in 1992, has eleven classrooms, a multimedia learning centre, a lecture room and a student lounge and is in a quaint Italian quarter. The school is in the centre of the oldest part of Florence, 300 m from the Pitti Palace, 500 m from the Ponte Vecchio and about 15 minutes' walk from the cathedral (il Duomo) and from the railway station.The building is the work of the architect Cronaca and was built between 1502 and 1508. In the 1860's, it was extensively improved by the architect Poggi with the addition of beautiful frescoes. The school was completely renovated, taking care to enhance the original features but also making use of the best of modern Italian design to produce a stunning mix of new and old.

6. The Food Studio - Day Classes

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The Food Studio - Day Classes

Florence Food Studio is a boutique cooking school offering hands on cooking courses for all levels in traditional Tuscan and Italian cooking. Directed by Chef Benedetta Vitali the school also organizes specialized courses focusing on bread, pastry, pizza, vegetarian or other targeted preparations based on request. The Kitchen is located in the heart of the Oltrarno district, just round the corner from Piazza S.Spirito, allowing visitors to have an even mix of learning and sightseeing.

7. TUSCANY DAY TRIP

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TUSCANY DAY TRIP

Private & Small Group Tours Walking Tours Wine & Food Tasting Experience Cooking Classes Truffle Hunting Transfers

8. Anna Bini Cooking In

Via del Ronco 12, 50125, Florence Italy +39 335 665 4216 [email protected] http://www.annabinicookingin.com/location/anna-bini-cookingin.html
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Anna Bini Cooking In

9. Italian Wine Institute

Via Dei Renai 23R, 50125, Florence Italy +39 333 722 9716 [email protected] http://www.italianwineinstitute.com/
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Italian Wine Institute

Join us for an afternoon wine tasting (4.30-6pm) and let us introduce you to the Italian Wine regions, its history, native grapes & unique wine making processes. Taste 5 delicious wines - on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays we concentrate on Tuscany’s wine regions - and on Tuesdays & Thursdays we venture all across the country tasting wines from North to South of Italy’s boot. Tasting side by side you can draw comparisons of what commons them and what sets them apart. Learn to read the label and understand the Italian wine regulation system better, so you can venture out there and feel much more comfortable choosing Italian wines in the future. Easy booking on our site italianwineinstitute.com

Reviewed By wolfonthehill

We just finished our third and final class In the IWS Prep course online with Rebecca, and it was executed flawlessly. We had the opportunity to buy a sampling of the wines we would be studying, and a case of them arrived well ahead of time, at a reasonable price. Rebecca then conducted the sessions on three consecutive Saturdays, and it was both informative and fun. We have previously gone on two separate private guided tours to Chianti Classico with Rebecca, and we have done the same in multiple other countries and multiple areas of the US with other tour operators. Without a question, Rebecca is the best anywhere at what she does, from our experiences. She is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, kind, flexible, fun... and focused on making sure that you enjoy your time with her. I cannot recommend her strongly enough for in-person tours (when we can do that again), online classes, or shipping a great selection of wines (and olive oil and other items) quickly and affordably.

10. NAA-Studio, Florence Contemporay Jewelry

Via De' Serragli 59 A/R, 50124, Florence Italy +39 055 975 4413 [email protected] http://www.naastudio.com
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NAA-Studio, Florence Contemporay Jewelry

As well as the workshop and the laboratory, NAA-Studio is a place where design and manual expertise come together in the creation of handcrafted jewels of an ancient flavour but a contemporary look.

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