Chianti: Vip Hands-On Cooking Class at Volpaia Castle

In the oldest part of the medieval village, which is still protected by the castle walls, the owners have created a modern kitchen with tasting and dining rooms as well as a splendid terrace. During your cookery classes at Volpaia, you will discover the essential secrets for preparing a perfect Italian meal.
Essentially, Italian cookery is uncomplicated, seasonal and based on fresh local ingredients. Although the owner will demonstrate dishes from all over Italy, he will pay particular attention to Tuscan food and make sure that ingredients which are widely available will be used. Classes will be given based on complete menus from antipasto to dessert or on a single theme such as first courses, main courses, desserts and olive oil etc.
Your teachers will be Mrs. Giovannella or her daughter Federica. Giovannella is the owner of the winery, who is known to be perhaps the best hostess in the area and her meals at Castello di Volpaia are memorable. After you have prepared your lunch or dinner, you will all sit down to enjoy it with just the right wines in the relaxed atmosphere, which is the heart of Italian cooking, and the appreciation of good food and wine. Afterwards, you can take this newly acquired easy approach home with you together with a booklet of recipes and an apron. Above all, you’ll discover that the Mediterranean diet is not only the healthiest but the most fun to prepare and eat.