Photos - Wine & Cooking in the Heart of Chianti and Florence, Tuscany

Photos - Wine & Cooking in the Heart of Chianti and Florence, Tuscany

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A small sample dish highlighting the wonderful cured meats we sample throughout our Tuscan adventures in Chianti Our Chianti cooking classes are a great opportunity to learn, experience and appreciate Italian food culture During our Tuscany vacation, we tour what is considered by many, the most beautiful wine cellars in Europe One our visits to a local farm includes learning how to make the Tuscan special pizza called schiacciata This is a behind the scenes look into the Tuscan lifestyle. It's an excellent cultural experience. Our vacations mean more to us than Tuscan food and wines. Creating deep bonds and friendships is our true motivation Farm to table ingredients in our hand-on Chianti cooking classes build anticipation for a delicious Tuscan dinner Two of our guests helping out with the antipasto before our incredible meal at a family-run winery near Greve in Chianti Our Tuscan vacation is so much more than food and wine, it's about making lasting friendships and memories The views of Tuscany are unparalleled, we make sure to take advantage of every opportunity to appreciate them Getting ready to eat some local Tuscan specialties at our barbeque party in Chianti We only choose restaurants popular among the locals for our vacations, and Chianti is no exception. Our Chianti vacation stops at the DeRicci family winery, widely regarded as the most beautiful cellar in the world Good food, good wine and good friends are always cause for celebration! Our barbeque party in Chianti is a great time to relax by the pool an soak up some sun before a night of dancing and fun Having a cooking class in Cortona, the setting for "Under the Tuscan Sun" Up in the Tuscan mountains we tour a family farm. This is a great immersive experience and wonderful family atmosphere. Our cooking classes do an excellent job showcasing local specialties and these biscotti are no exception Our food tour of Florence is a great opportunity to get a feel of the local culture and experience the central market Enjoying the intimacy and romance of a delicious tasting of famous Chianti classico wines Florentine steak is a must-have culinary experience in the Tuscan region. We enjoy ours deep in the hills of Chianti The sunflowers blossoming in Tuscany is a sight to behold and we take every chance we can to appreciate their beauty We take every opportunity we can to have fun as we galavant through the Tuscan hills The Duomo in Florence is one of the most iconic buildings in the world. We visit Florence during our Chianti Vacations Our Chianti vacation makes day trips to places that once played an integral role in the region's history Learning how to make pasta from scratch is one of the best ways to soak of the beautiful and rich Italian culture The small town of Pienza offers the perfect view of the Chianti valley, a great chance to appreciate the Tuscan beauty All our cooking classes in Tuscany and Chianti are hands on, you will always make fresh pasta from scratch Soaking up the "Under the Tuscan Sun" lifestyle at local winery in the Chianti region of Tuscany Guest giving love to Chianti cashmere goat deep in the hills of Tuscany at a local artisan's goat farm Our cooking class in Cortona, the setting for Under the Tuscan Sun is hosted by a local family in a private villa Taking a walk through this Tuscan castle turned winery in the hills of Chianti Piazza del Campo in Siena comes to life under the night sky Sunflower blooms in the middle of summer are a wonderful opportunity to soak up the romance and beauty of Tuscany All of our Chianti cooking classes include recipe books so favorite recipes can be replicated at home Private lunch at a family owned winery overlooking the beautiful Tuscan landscape. Our final day in Chianti is spent with local Chianina cow farmers and Chianti wine makers in the Tuscan hills Admiring the offerings at the market of San Lorenzo during our food tour in Florence Tours and tastings at various winers in Chianti create a true appreciation for these wonderful Tuscan wines Vin Santo is a great finisher to a wonderful Tuscan meal, we'll taste many varieties on our Chianti vacation Piazza del Campo in Siena, Italy is the famous piazza of the Palio horse race, a pillar of the culture of Siena Learn how to make Tuscan specialty pastas like this pici with pesto in same setting as the movie Under the Tuscan Sun