Tuscan Live Cooking & Wine Tasting Experience with Light Lunch or Dinner

Massimo and Sandra during a live cooking experience in the Tuscan countryside of San Gimignano with fresh handmade pasta and induction cooking stations

Live cooking experience

The cooking comes to life in front of the guests, through Tuscan recipes, seasonal ingredients and stories connected to the local territory.
Each dish is paired with selected local wines.

An authentic experience in the countryside of San Gimignano, hosted at Casalchino, an ancient posting station along the Via Francigena.

The dishes come to life in front of the guests, surrounded by aromas, local stories and wines from the territory, in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere.

Fresh handmade pasta served during a Chef’s Table experience in the Tuscan countryside near San Gimignano

Live Cooking Experience with Light Lunch or Dinner and Wine Tasting

Live Light Lunch

  • Tuscan appetizer
  • First course inspired by Italian cuisine
  • Seasonal traditional sauce
  • Dessert
  • 3 wines from the territory with wine pairing
  • Tuscan extra virgin olive oil
  • Water and coffee

Experience details

  • Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • Small groups: minimum 2 – maximum 8 guests
  • Language: Italian / English

Price

€ 65.00 per person (everything included)

Pay on site.

Live Dinner

  • Tuscan appetizer
  • First course inspired by Italian cuisine
  • Seasonal traditional sauce
  • Traditional main course
  • Dessert
  • 4 wines from the territory with wine pairing
  • Tuscan extra virgin olive oil
  • Water and coffee

Experience details

  • Duration: approximately 2 hours
  • Small groups: minimum 2 – maximum 8 guests
  • Language: Italian / English

Price

€ 85.00 per person (everything included)

Pay on site.

Tailored Experiences

 For an even more personal experience, let yourself be inspired by the flavors of Tuscan cuisine and the seasonal products of the territory.

Dedicated menus and special requests can be arranged directly with the guests.

Ideal for small groups and special occasions.

Tuscan wine and food experience at sunset in San Gimignano with outdoor dinner among vineyards and olive trees

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Historic cypress-lined entrance to Casalchino along the Via Francigena in the countryside of San Gimignano Tuscany
Panoramic countryside view from Casalchino along the Via Francigena near San Gimignano overlooking Val d’Elsa and Chianti hills

Our Location: Casalchino – San Gimignano

Località Casalchino – FXP6+66, 53037 San Gimignano, Province of Siena, Italy

The experience takes place inside an ancient 17th-century coaching inn along the Via Francigena, surrounded by the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, just a few minutes from San Gimignano.

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Casalchino is an ancient 17th-century posting station along the Via Francigena, nestled in the historic countryside of San Gimignano.

In this authentic setting, among Tuscan hills, vineyards and the quiet atmosphere of the countryside, the Chef’s Table Experience becomes a convivial moment to enjoy slowly around the flavors of tradition.

The cooking comes to life in front of the guests, accompanied by local wines, seasonal ingredients and stories connected to Tuscan culture.

Between panoramic views, cuisine and conviviality, the experience maintains a simple, authentic and intimate atmosphere, designed for small groups in the most genuine side of Tuscany.

What you may taste during the experience

The dishes may vary according to the season and local ingredients, following the authentic rhythm of Tuscan cuisine.

Egg Pasta

Tagliatelle, Tagliolini, Pappardelle

Handmade fresh pasta

Egg-Free Pasta

Pici, Gnocchi

Traditional Tuscan pasta

Stuffed Pasta

Handmade ravioli

Simple traditional fillings

Sauces & Toppings

Sauces and flavors of Tuscan cuisine

 

Local wines

A selection of Tuscan wines paired with the dishes

Bruschetta

Tuscan bread and simple ingredients

Traditional Tuscan meats

Simple and authentic preparations, including iconic Tuscan classics such as the Florentine steak

Tuscan dishes

Authentic flavors rooted in the local territory and seasonality

Main Courses

Traditional Tuscan dishes prepared live, featuring seasonal meats and vegetables

Traditional dessert to finish

Typical Tuscan desserts prepared and shared together, to conclude the experience with simplicity and flavor

 The value of handmade craftsmanship

Doughs, hands-on techniques, and slow timing: an authentic way to experience cooking, away from the rush

The cuisine comes to life

From hands to table, each preparation comes to life before your eyes, through gestures, stories, and aromas

A moment to share, bringing together cuisine, local culture, and the pleasure of being together

Private Chef – Experience on Request

The preparations and dishes shown on this page represent an example of the cuisine we offer and can serve as the basis for a private chef experience.

Divini Incontri offers the possibility to organize private lunches, dinners, or buffets directly in your home, villa, or accommodation, taking care of the preparation of the dishes and, upon request, the selection of wines for pairing.

The menu is created together, based on seasonality, local ingredients, and your preferences, to create an authentic and relaxed convivial experience.

A service designed for those who wish to experience Tuscan cuisine in a private setting, with care and attention to every detail.

Information and quotes

Each proposal begins with a direct conversation.

Tell us about your setting, the number of guests, and your preferences: we will create a tailored solution together, based on the season and local ingredients.

Don’t be shy! Let us know if you have any questions.

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