Tuscan Culinary experiences at Chef Vale's home
Enjoy authentic Tuscan cooking classes at my home and private chef dinners in Florence. Cook traditional recipes, share homemade Italian food, and experience the warmth of true local culinary culture.
Chef in Florence
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Traditional Vegetarian Dinner
Discover a traditional Italian vegetarian dinner in the comfort of your accommodation, prepared as a private chef experience using fresh organic seasonal ingredients. The menu features rustic stuffed pizza with braised onions, tomato and olives, handmade spaghetti with ricotta, sautéed eggplant and sweet-and-sour cherry tomatoes, burrata (traditional Italian fresh cheese with a creamy center) with roasted red pepper sauce and toasted bread, and homemade panna cotta with strawberry sauce.
$161 CAD $161 CAD per guest
Minimum $322 CAD to book
Fresh Italian Pasta Class
Discover the heart of Italian home cooking in a hands-on class at my home, focused on beloved comfort dishes from our tradition. You’ll cook simple yet flavorful recipes passed down from my grandmother Antonietta, learning authentic family techniques. Together we’ll prepare Spaghetti aglio, olio e peperoncino, Cappellacci filled with ricotta and spinach, and potato gnocchi with tomato sauce. We’ll end the experience enjoying everything together, followed by a homemade tiramisu served by me.
$177 CAD $177 CAD per guest
Minimum $354 CAD to book
Traditional Tuscan Dinner
Enjoy a traditional Tuscan dinner in the comfort of your accommodation, prepared as a private chef experience with authentic family recipes. The menu includes Pappa al pomodoro (Tuscan tomato and bread soup), handmade ricotta and spinach ravioli served with butter and sage, Chicken cacciatora (slow-cooked chicken with tomato, rosemary, sage and thyme) served with chickpea purée, and homemade Cantucci biscuits (traditional almond biscuits from Prato served with Tuscan dessert wine).
$186 CAD $186 CAD per guest
Minimum $209 CAD to book
Tuscan Home Cooking Class
Discover authentic Tuscan cooking in my home in Florence.
A hands-on experience where you’ll learn traditional family recipes passed down through generations. Cook handmade pasta, rustic sauces, and a classic Florentine dessert in a warm and welcoming home atmosphere. This is a truly local experience for travelers who want to connect with real Tuscan food culture.
Small group, fully immersive, and guided step by step. Perfect for couples, families, and food lovers visiting Florence.
$194 CAD $194 CAD per guest
Minimum $386 CAD to book
Tuscan Wine Tasting Experience
Discover the world of Tuscan wine through an intimate tasting experience at my home in Florence. As a certified sommelier, I’ll guide you through selected local wines paired with traditional Tuscan bites while sharing stories, aromas and tasting techniques from Tuscan wine culture. Relax in a warm and authentic atmosphere designed for travelers who want to experience Italy beyond the classic wine tour and enjoy a more personal connection with local food and wine traditions.
$194 CAD $194 CAD per guest
Minimum $386 CAD to book
Traditional Seafood Dinner
Enjoy a traditional Italian seafood dinner in the comfort of your accommodation, prepared as a private chef experience with fresh seasonal ingredients. The menu includes seared prawns with rosemary, served with cannellini bean purée and mustard vinaigrette, linguine with clams, lemon zest and parsley, seared tuna with vermouth sauce and mashed potatoes, and homemade Dita degli Apostoli, a family recipe from my mother, traditional dessert from Puglia with ricotta, almonds, liqueur and chocolate.
$194 CAD $194 CAD per guest
Minimum $386 CAD to book
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My qualifications
13 years of experience
I worked in starred restaurants, luxury hotels, and traditional Italian restaurants.
Italian Sommelier Association
I am a member of the Italian Sommelier Association (Ais) as a sommelier and taster.
Florence institute
I studied at the Buontalenti Institute and at the Master of Italian Cuisine in Vicenza.
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50126, Florence, Tuscany, Italy
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Guest requirements
Guests ages 10 and up can attend, up to 6 guests total.
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Cancellation policy
Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.
$186 CAD From $186 CAD per guest
Minimum $209 CAD to book
Free cancellation
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