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Host: Giada

Cortona, Italy

USD
$140-$166 per person

Fresh Pasta or Pizza Class in Cortona with Giada

Host offerings
  • House
  • Home cook
  • Pets
  • Vegetarian
  • Alcohol
  • Transportation
  • Cooking class
  • Market visit
  • Food tour

Meet Giada

Giada was born and raised in Cortona, the picturesque Tuscan town made famous by the book and film 'Under the Tuscan Sun'. She lives in a charming old farmhouse nestled among the rolling hills of Tuscany with her husband and daughters. From a young age, Giada learned the secrets of traditional Italian cooking from her grandmothers. Since 2020, she has been welcoming food lovers from around the world into her home, offering authentic cooking classes in a warm, family-style atmosphere. Giada delights in meeting new people, sharing her love for Italian cuisine, and helping guests discover the rich flavors and traditions of Tuscan cooking. When she's not in the kitchen, she enjoys exploring new places and cultures through travel.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

Cooking experience: (1-8 guests) Step into the heart of Tuscany with Giada, a passionate home chef eager to share the authentic flavors of traditional Italian cuisine, lovingly passed down from her grandmothers. Set in her charming farmhouse nestled in the hills of Cortona, each class begins with a welcome aperitif and a short stroll around the property to take in the breathtaking views.

In your 1.5 hour hands-on cooking class in Cortona, join Giada in her cozy home kitchen to cook two traditional dishes from scratch. Whether it's fresh handmade pasta or fragrant pizza and focaccia and beloved Tuscan desserts like tiramisu or crunchy cantucci, Giada guides you through each step with clarity, and expert tips. You can also learn to make fresh tomato or pesto sauce during the pasta class. However for ragu sauce, Giada kindly asks for advance notice, as it is typically pre-cooked and not prepared during the cooking class.

Giada will share stories while revealing secrets and little tricks to cook an authentic Italian meal. Every class is a journey through regional recipes, a passionate tale of local ingredients and the techniques that turn each dish into an unforgettable experience. This Cortona cooking experience is perfect for food lovers, curious travelers, and anyone looking to connect with authentic Italian food and culture.

Notes: Giada can accommodate a lactose-free and vegetarian diet on request, if informed in advance. Please note that, as is common in many Italian homes, this residence does not have air conditioning.

Languages spoken: English

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Please choose ONE menu from the below option:
  • Menu A: Fresh Pasta + Ravioli + Tiramisu + Wine
  • Menu B: Pizza + Focaccia + Fried Calzoni + Wine
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Giada

$140-$166 USD

per person
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  • 100% satisfaction guarantee or your money back
  • Credit card is not charged until the host confirms your booking
  • Private experience
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $166 $140 $140
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $166 $140 $140
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 11:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-8:00pm

Meet Giada

Giada was born and raised in Cortona, the picturesque Tuscan town made famous by the book and film 'Under the Tuscan Sun'. She lives in a charming old farmhouse nestled among the rolling hills of Tuscany with her husband and daughters. From a young age, Giada learned the secrets of traditional Italian cooking from her grandmothers. Since 2020, she has been welcoming food lovers from around the world into her home, offering authentic cooking classes in a warm, family-style atmosphere. Giada delights in meeting new people, sharing her love for Italian cuisine, and helping guests discover the rich flavors and traditions of Tuscan cooking. When she's not in the kitchen, she enjoys exploring new places and cultures through travel.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

Cooking experience: (1-8 guests) Step into the heart of Tuscany with Giada, a passionate home chef eager to share the authentic flavors of traditional Italian cuisine, lovingly passed down from her grandmothers. Set in her charming farmhouse nestled in the hills of Cortona, each class begins with a welcome aperitif and a short stroll around the property to take in the breathtaking views.

In your 1.5 hour hands-on cooking class in Cortona, join Giada in her cozy home kitchen to cook two traditional dishes from scratch. Whether it's fresh handmade pasta or fragrant pizza and focaccia and beloved Tuscan desserts like tiramisu or crunchy cantucci, Giada guides you through each step with clarity, and expert tips. You can also learn to make fresh tomato or pesto sauce during the pasta class. However for ragu sauce, Giada kindly asks for advance notice, as it is typically pre-cooked and not prepared during the cooking class.

Giada will share stories while revealing secrets and little tricks to cook an authentic Italian meal. Every class is a journey through regional recipes, a passionate tale of local ingredients and the techniques that turn each dish into an unforgettable experience. This Cortona cooking experience is perfect for food lovers, curious travelers, and anyone looking to connect with authentic Italian food and culture.

Notes: Giada can accommodate a lactose-free and vegetarian diet on request, if informed in advance. Please note that, as is common in many Italian homes, this residence does not have air conditioning.

Languages spoken: English

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Please choose ONE menu from the below option:
  • Menu A: Fresh Pasta + Ravioli + Tiramisu + Wine
  • Menu B: Pizza + Focaccia + Fried Calzoni + Wine
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $166 $140 $140
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $166 $140 $140
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 11:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-8:00pm
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