Cooking Class in San Gimignano

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Our Location: Casalchino 

Fattoria La Torre – San Gimignano

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

The cooking class takes place inside an ancient 17th-century post station 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 a historic 17th-century posting station located along the ancient Via Francigena route, still crossed today by travelers and pilgrims in the heart of the historic countryside of San Gimignano.

In this authentic setting, surrounded by Tuscan landscapes, rural traditions and convivial atmosphere, the cooking class becomes an immersive experience where you will learn the art of handmade pasta using fresh local ingredients.

From the panoramic position of Casalchino, the view opens across Val d’Elsa and the Chianti hills, with wide views over the Tuscan countryside and, on clear days, as far as the distant profile of the Apennines.

The experience is not just about cooking: while preparing the dishes, guests also discover Tuscan food culture, local wines, seasonal products and the relaxed atmosphere of the San Gimignano countryside.

Between handmade cooking, panoramic countryside views, local wine and Tuscan traditions, the experience maintains a simple, authentic and convivial atmosphere, designed for small groups in one of Tuscany’s most original settings.

Hands in the dough — here we go!

Let’s wash our hands, put on our aprons and start cooking together.

Our cooking classes are designed as convivial experiences to enjoy at a relaxed pace, surrounded by handmade cooking, local wine and Tuscan traditions. Inside Casalchino, a historic 17th-century posting station along the Via Francigena route, a simple form of hospitality still lives on today through shared meals, encounters and stories connected to the local territory.

Massimo and Sandra guide guests step by step through the preparation of the dishes, sharing recipes, traditional gestures and stories connected to everyday Tuscan cooking.

The experience begins with fresh ingredients and local products, carefully selected for a simple and authentic Tuscan cuisine. During the class, guests also discover local wines, naturally paired with the shared lunch and the handmade dishes prepared together.

The cooking class lasts around three hours and concludes with everyone gathered around the table, immersed in the historic countryside of San Gimignano, surrounded by Tuscan landscapes, rolling hills and a relaxed atmosphere that invites guests to slow down and enjoy the moment.

We’ve already turned on the stoves — come get your hands dirty with us.