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All our sessions are fully hands-on cooking classes. You won’t just be watching; you will be chopping, kneading, and sautéing under the guidance of our chefs. This ensures you gain the practical skills needed to recreate these authentic Italian dishes in your own kitchen.

Yes! We want you to keep the MaMa experience alive. Following your class, we provide digital copies of all the authentic Italian recipes you prepared, along with tips from our chefs so you can successfully host your own Italian dinner party back home

MaMa Florence is a fantastic choice for solo travel in Florence. Our shared classes are designed to be social and welcoming, making them one of the top social activities for individuals in the city. You'll cook in a communal environment and enjoy the final meal with a group of fellow food lovers from around the world

Certainly! An Italian cooking class gift certificate is the perfect present for foodies. Our vouchers are valid for all our experiences, from private lessons to food tours, and are a wonderful way to gift a lifelong culinary memory in Florence

Yes, we value our agency partnerships. We offer commissions and discounts for our agnecies partners. Please contact our office to set up a professional profile.

Yes. We believe a meal without wine is just breakfast! Every class includes a curated selection of local Tuscan wines specifically paired to your menu, as well as water and soft drinks.

Our standard classes are held in English or Italian. However, for private bookings, we can arrange for translators or chefs who speak [Spanish/French/etc.] with advance notice.

Comfort is key! We recommend comfortable, closed-toe shoes and casual clothing. We provide professional MaMa Florence aprons for you to wear during the class to keep your clothes clean

We prioritize locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. Many of our vegetables and meats come directly from local markets, and our olive oil and flour are selected from premium Tuscan producers.

Yes. Our space is fully climate-controlled to ensure a comfortable cooking environment, even during the peak of the Florentine summer.

You become part of the MaMa family! You can always email us or tag us on social media with your kitchen questions. Our chefs love seeing 'after' photos of your dishes and are happy to offer tips.

Yes, MaMa Florence offers culinary weeks and long-format culinary vacations. These are designed for "True Food Lovers" who want to go beyond a single class and immerse themselves in the Italian lifestyle.

Yes, we work with a network of trusted luxury transport partners and can assit you with transfers.

Our cooking school is in the heart of Florence at Viale F. Petrarca 12, 50124 Firenze, a short walk from the historic center. It is easy to reach on foot, by taxi or by public transport.
While most of our classes take place at our main location, we occasionally host classes in our sister venues, both of which are just a short walk away. Please check your confirmation email for the final address, as we will notify you if your class is held at one of these alternative locations

Most classes run for about 3 hours, followed by a seated tasting of the dishes you prepared. The Market Tour & Cooking experience lasts around 4.5 hours, while the aperitivo and food & wine tours are shorter (roughly 2 hours).

Every class includes hands-on instruction from a professional chef, fresh seasonal Tuscan ingredients, printed recipes to take home, wine pairings selected for the menu and a full seated meal of everything you cooked.

No experience required. Our classes are designed for all skill levels, from first-timers to confident home cooks. Our chefs guide you step by step, and you do all the hands-on work yourself.

Yes. We offer a dedicated Gluten-Free cooking class and can adapt most menus for vegetarian or vegan guests. Please tell us about your dietary preferences when you book so we can prepare the right ingredients.

For safety reasons and because of the high risk of cross-contamination in a working kitchen, we cannot accept guests with life-threatening allergies. Less severe intolerances must be communicated in advance; by participating, guests accept responsibility for the conditions they have disclosed.

You can book directly on our website by picking a date from the class page. Payment is by credit card online or in person at our office. Bookings are confirmed only after full payment has been received — you will then get a confirmation email with all the details.

Refunds for joinable classes follow this schedule:

• 60+ days before the class: 70% refund
• 59–30 days before: 50% refund
• 29–15 days before: 20% refund
• 14 days or less: no refund

Cancellations must be submitted in writing.

For private classes, events and week-long culinary programs:

• 60+ days before: 60% refund
• 59–30 days before: 30% refund
• 29 days or less: no refund

If we have to cancel a class on our side, we will refund you in full within 10 days or offer an equivalent class within 90 days.

Yes. Families are welcome and children can join an adult in class. We also offer private cooking classes, team building experiences and week-long culinary programs for groups of up to 40+ guests, as well as gift vouchers for any of our experiences.