Welcome to the Mama Florence Cooking School! Get ready for a delicious culinary adventure tasting classic Florentine aperitifs!
Immersed in the heart of Florence, our walk offers a unique and authentic experience to discover the most traditional locations and their delicious products to taste. Accompanied by a guide, you will be led through the city to taste the various flavour combinations of classic Florentine aperitifs.
Where to stop for an aperitif? What is the difference between an aperitivo and an apericena?
We offer an enagaing experience around the city to find the top spots to drink the best cocktails in town, tasting traditional drinks and seasonal appetisers. From a stop at a historic club frequented by locals, to a stop at a bistro set in one of the city's most enchanting and secret gardens, you will not be disappointed by the sensory experience of our aperitivo tour!
It doesn't matter if it is your first time in Florence or if you are a local, on this walk our guide will ignite your curiosity through the discovery of the best venues to sample a classic Florentine aperitf!
Numerous stops: whether you love drinking or eating, you will make various stops around the city centre that will satisfy both, from sampling the most classic cocktails to discovering the favourite apericena pairings of Italians. You will discover what is part of everyday life for Florentines.
Guided tour: Delve into the world of the Florentine historical centre and, accompanied by a guide, follow a trail that will highlight the history of the city as well as the main foods and drinks used for aperitivi.
Fans of authentic Italian cuisine wishing to discover how best to have an apericena in one of Italy's most beautiful cities.
Home cooks and cooking enthusiasts wishing to broaden their skills in choosing the best venues dealing with the best ingredients in Florence.
Anyone interested in experiencing the joy of having an aperitif in a city environment, in a new and interactive way accompanied by a guide.
Reserve your spot now and get ready to turn a meal as simple as a snack into an on-the-go discovery through the city center, between Negroni, Spritz and much more!
Here's what to expect from one of our authentic walks around Florence
Our expert guide will take you on a tour to discover many Florentine curiosities and taste the local specialities, from season to season, varying from stop to stop the range of cocktails are exclusively chosen for you, always accompanied by Florentine food tastings. In addition, a guide will lead you through the paths least known by most, through the historic centre to discover the city's best aperitif venues.
Together with our guide, at various stops you will have the opportunity to taste a wide variety of cocktails always accompanied by Florentine food tastings.
For the walk, it is important to be dressed appropriately for the expected weather and to wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. Since the session involves standing and walking most of the time, it is essential to feel comfortable and at ease throughout the experience.
FAQs
I participated in the hand-made pasta course organized by Mama Florence and was really satisfied with the experience.
Sandra, 55We had a great private cooking class with Phillipo. He was kind and attentive and especially good with our son.
Jennifer DiPietra, 33Wonderful experience The class was well organised and the teaching was excellent . I can highly recommend.
Elaine G, 42The hand-made pasta course by Mama Florence was an absolute delight! Her style of teaching and charismatic character made the experience truly enjoyable. Highly satisfied!
John Smith, 25Chef Filippo made our culinary experience such a pleasure as he and Patrizia made us feel right at home in their kitchen!
Allison Spinks, 48Our culinary journey with Chef Filippo and Patrizia was an absolute delight! They created a warm and inviting atmosphere in their kitchen, making us feel like part of their culinary family
Samantha Brinks, 39
