Experience the regional flavors of Siena with Chef Nonna Ciana.
While mapping out your trip to Tuscany, add an immersive cooking class in Siena to your itinerary to experience the true magic of flavorful Tuscan cuisine.
Led by the esteemed Chef Nonna Ciana, who will share her expertise in simple yet authentic Tuscan dishes, you’ll roll up your sleeves and discover what makes regional Italian fare so special, from its simplicity to its focus on high-quality local ingredients.
Class begins with a simple antipasto featuring stuffed zucchini blossoms bursting with umami flavors. Next, transform dough into fresh pasta paired with a rich sauce of seasonal vegetables and regional Parmigiano Reggiano. For the second course, prepare a rustic Tuscan wine-infused chicken or pork dish. Finally, indulge in dulce with a classic panna cotta topped with fresh fruit.
Don't miss the chance to cook like the Tuscan locals do, book a class today!
Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms With zucchini blossoms, ricotta, fresh garden vegetables, local Italian cheeses and eggs
Primo (Pasta or First Course)
Handmade Pasta With flour, water, salt and optional eggs Pasta Sauce With fresh seasonal vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, garlic or onion and Parmigiano Reggiano
Secondo (Second Course)
Regional Tuscan Meat Dish With free-range chicken or local pork dishes in a Tuscan wine sauce
Dolce (Dessert)
Panna Cotta With fresh cream, sugar or honey and fruit
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
Chef "Nonna" Ciana, born and raised in the heart of Siena, has spent her life perfecting the art of traditional Tuscan cuisine. With a passion for sharing the recipes passed down through her family, Chef "Nonna" Ciana welcomes guests into her home to experience the warmth and flavors of Italy. Teaching others for over two decades, she guides them through the time-honored techniques of Tuscan cooking in the farmhouse kitchen she’s lovingly restored, creating memorable experiences filled with heart, tradition, and the joy of authentic Italian food.
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.This experience is not refundable as it includes a meal kit.
Experience the regional flavors of Siena with Chef Nonna Ciana.
While mapping out your trip to Tuscany, add an immersive cooking class in Siena to your itinerary to experience the true magic of flavorful Tuscan cuisine.
Led by the esteemed Chef Nonna Ciana, who will share her expertise in simple yet authentic Tuscan dishes, you’ll roll up your sleeves and discover what makes regional Italian fare so special, from its simplicity to its focus on high-quality local ingredients.
Class begins with a simple antipasto featuring stuffed zucchini blossoms bursting with umami flavors. Next, transform dough into fresh pasta paired with a rich sauce of seasonal vegetables and regional Parmigiano Reggiano. For the second course, prepare a rustic Tuscan wine-infused chicken or pork dish. Finally, indulge in dulce with a classic panna cotta topped with fresh fruit.
Don't miss the chance to cook like the Tuscan locals do, book a class today!
Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms With zucchini blossoms, ricotta, fresh garden vegetables, local Italian cheeses and eggs
Primo (Pasta or First Course)
Handmade Pasta With flour, water, salt and optional eggs Pasta Sauce With fresh seasonal vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, garlic or onion and Parmigiano Reggiano
Secondo (Second Course)
Regional Tuscan Meat Dish With free-range chicken or local pork dishes in a Tuscan wine sauce
Dolce (Dessert)
Panna Cotta With fresh cream, sugar or honey and fruit
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
Reviews Chef "Nonna" Ciana or Resident Chef received outside of Cozymeal
Mopete
02 Mar 2025
A Tuscan cooking class was on my bucket list and this one did not disappoint. It’s a beautiful old house with a restaurant on main floor but the cooking class was held in the private living quarters. It was a big farmhouse kitchen. There were 5 couples and we had lots of room. We made a 4-course meal, which of course included handmade pasta and it was all delicious. Nonna led the class. Her Italian is better than her English so we had an interpreter. We highly recommend.
Doug H
01 Mar 2025
Fantastic experience, we had so much fun I highly recommend! Everyone was so nice and professional and the food is delicious
David S
27 Feb 2025
Our cooking class was so fun and informative. We got hands on practice preparing a traditional multi-course Italian meal. We received tips and tricks from an Italian chef in a small group setting. The chef who only spoke Italian, understood English well and had translators so communication was so easy. We had the best time meeting the other couples in our class and we came away feeling confident in our pasta making skills. This is a must do when you are in Tuscany.
Christina L
24 Feb 2025
Really special experience with a wonderful chef, followed by a delicious shared dinner. They were even able to accommodate my gluten allergy.
Mary
23 Feb 2025
A friend had recommended this class as they took it a year ago. My husband & I had such an enjoyable time! The class was extremely well organized and flowed nicely. We learned some new cooking techniques, of which making pici pasta, was a highlight. We made an awesome simple eggplant starter, the pasta, the sauce (all fresh veggies from their garden), a main, and a dessert. We ate our delicious meal enjoyed with some local wine. The kitchen was charming, immaculate and there was ample work space for all of us to cook. Highly recommend this class--a 10/10!
Paul
23 Feb 2025
The cooking class was one of our favourite events during our visit to Tuscany. The setting, the vibe, the casual and friendly instruction set a wonderful tone for the four hours we spent there. It was a total of 5 couples, all strangers before, all friends after. Absolutely recommended.
B.
22 Feb 2025
So much fun! Resident Chef Umberto was so funny and patient! Learned how something so simple can be so delicious! Thank you for a wonderful time!!
Hildegunde
17 Feb 2025
This was a super fun and informative class. We learned to make pasta and created a delicious meal. The location was beautiful, the chef "Nonna" had lots of stories and a great sense of humor. The staff was very friendly. I highly recommend the experience.
Jaci
17 Feb 2025
This cooking experience was FANTASTIC. The chef was so knowledgeable, engaging, fun and patient. The group size was perfect. It was truly hands-on…no sitting back and watching a demo. I am experienced cook and I learned many tips and my friend is a novice cook and it was perfect for her also. The food we made was delicious. I highly recommend!!!!
Susan
17 Feb 2025
The 7 of us had the best time at their cooking class! We all highly recommend it. Of out time in Italy on a family trip with 3 generations, this was my favorite memory, we learned how to make homemade pasta and helped prepare a delicious 4 course meal. They grew most of their products and we got to learn about the science behind food preparation. Thank you so much!!!
Silvia
29 Jan 2025
This is more than just a cooking class....Immerse yourself in this authentic Italian experience. The Tuscan countryside close to Siena is the beautiful backdrop to a real fun day of cooking with nonna Ciana!
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