Private Cooking Class in Tuscany & Optional Pisa from Livorno
This excursion from Livorno is perfect for folks in search of a hands-on culinary experience not too far from the port. The cooking class is private and takes place at a winery in the Montecarlo di Lucca wine region, about 25 minutes east of Lucca. The lesson lasts about 3 hours and is followed by lunch of the dishes prepared, accompanied by the estate's wines.
If you wish, we can include a brief stop in Pisa to take photos of the Leaning Tower and other monuments on the Field of Miracles. There is no additional charge for this option, which will add about 30 minutes to the duration of the day.
Kindly note: The cost of the cooking class (130 Euro pp) is NOT included in the rate. You'll pay for that on the spot, directly to the winery.
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Private Cooking Class in Tuscany & Optional Pisa from Livorno
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What's included in Private Cooking Class in Tuscany & Optional Pisa from Livorno
(Subject to Option Inclusions)After a 45-minute drive from Livorno, we'll arrive in the countryside just east of Lucca, in the Montecarlo di Lucca wine region. Fattoria Carmignani is a family-run boutique winery, a simple but classic country estate that has been producing quality wines with love for decades. The Carmignani family has been winemakers in this area since 1386. The cooking lesson is hands-on and lasts 3 hours. It will be followed by a lunch (approx. 2 hours) of the dishes you've prepared. A guided tasting of seven of the estate's wines will accompany the meal. A walk through the vineyards with the winemaker completes the experience. Vegan and vegetarian options are available. Food intolerances can be accommodated. Transportation is included and we also offer the option of a brief stop in Pisa at the end of the day, if you wish (no additional cost). In either case (with or without Pisa), the drive back to port lasts about 45 minutes.
Food Menu
STARTER - Crostini con salsiccia e stracchino
This typical Tuscan appetizer is made from toasted bread topped with sausage and fresh cow's milk cheese.
STARTER - Bruschette
Another classic Tuscan appetizer, bruschetta is toasted bread with seasonal toppings, most commonly diced, fresh tomatoes.
MAIN - Gnocchi al pesto
Gnocchi (prounced nee-OH-kee) are little potato pillows that are eaten as a first course. You'll prepare them with basil pesto.
MAIN - Tortello lucchese
A tortello is a sort of ravioli, particular to Lucca, a half-moon shaped pasta stuffed with meat and topped with a sauce of fresh cherry tomatoes.
MAIN - Frittata di verdure
A frittata is an omelet made with whole eggs. Ours will be made with seasonal vegetables.
DESSERT - Tiramisù
Tiramisù means "pull me up". Loaded with mascarpone cheese, ladyfingers, coffee, and cocoa powder, if it doesn't pick you up, it will make you sleep.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- English-speaking driver who will give commentaries while traveling (cannot accompany you on foot).
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- Cost of the cooking class and lunch (130 Euro pp) is NOT included; you'll pay for that on the spot.
- Service animals allowed
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchairs and scooters must be collapsible.
- Minors are allowed at the winery. All participants pay the same fee, regardless of age.
- Vegan and vegetarian options are available. Food intolerances can be accommodated.
- Cost of the cooking class and lunch (130 Euro pp) is NOT included; you'll pay for that on the spot, directly to the winery.
- Transportation is included.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
You will be picked up either at your ship or inside the cruise terminal if you dock at that pier. DO NOT TAKE A SHUTTLE, DO NOT GO TO PIAZZA DELL'ARSENALE! Your driver will be waiting for you in the area designated for private drivers, holding a sign with your name on it.
