COOKING CLASS
Discover our exclusive Cooking Class experiences in Montepulciano, a culinary journey that combines the charm of Tuscan tradition with the discovery of a unique historical heritage. Participants will begin with a fascinating tour of the underground city, culminating with a visit to the historic aging cellar and the evocative Museum of Torture Instruments. Afterwards, our rooms will host interactive cooking sessions, where, amidst the aromas and laughter, you'll get hands-on to create authentic Tuscan dishes. A culinary experience that promises to delight the senses and enrich your understanding of Tuscan culture. Ideal for adults and free for younger visitors, it's an unmissable opportunity for those who want to experience Tuscany in an authentic and engaging way.
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“PIZZA CLASS” AND PRIVATE TOUR OF THE HISTORIC ERCOLANI CELLAR – UNDERGROUND CITY, WITH TASTING AND LIGHT LUNCH/LUNCH:
We begin with a private tour of the underground city – historic cellar Ercolani, located in the historic center of Montepulciano (SI), at Via di Gracciano nel Corso 80. Our guide will accompany you to the historic cellar where the precious Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and Vin Santo di Montepulciano DOC Riserva are aged. The cellar is located within the underground city, a medieval subterranean passageway beneath seven noble palaces, which ends with a museum of instruments of torture and war, and an Etruscan tomb. At the end of the guided tour, you will be welcomed into the medieval rooms of the underground city, where our professional kitchen is located, where you will be hosted for a "pizza class" and a subsequent lunch featuring the dishes you have prepared. During the experience, you will also be offered a tasting of our wines, accompanied by snacks featuring typical products from the Val d'Orcia and Val di Chiana.
YOU CAN CHOOSE BETWEEN 3 TYPES OF PIZZA:
- MARGHERITA
- CAPRICCIOSA
- MARINARA
INFO:
START TIME 10:00 / DURATION 4 HOURS
ADULT PRICE: €150,00 INCLUDING VAT
PRICE FOR CHILDREN UP TO 17 YEARS: FREE
TUSCAN COOKING CLASS “PROPOSAL 1 AND 2” AND PRIVATE TOUR OF THE HISTORIC ERCOLANI CELLAR – UNDERGROUND CITY, WITH TASTING AND LIGHT LUNCH/LUNCH:
We begin with a private tour of the underground city – historic cellar Ercolani, located in the historic center of Montepulciano (SI), at Via di Gracciano nel Corso 80. Our guide will accompany you to the historic cellar where the precious Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and Vin Santo di Montepulciano DOC Riserva are aged. The cellar is located within the underground city, a medieval subterranean passageway beneath seven noble palaces, which ends with a museum of instruments of torture and war, and an Etruscan tomb. At the end of the guided tour, you will be welcomed into the medieval rooms of the underground city, where our professional kitchen is located. You will be welcomed for a cooking class of typical Tuscan specialties and for a subsequent lunch based on the dishes you have prepared. During the experience, you will also be offered a tasting of our wines accompanied by snacks of typical products from the Val d'Orcia and Val di Chiana.
YOU CAN CHOOSE TO CREATE ONE OF THESE 2 MENUS:
MENU 1
- MONTEPULCIANO PICI WITH GARLIC SAUCE
- YOUR CHOICE: MEATBALLS WITH TOMATO OR VEAL ESCALOPE WITH LEMON
- ROAST POTATOES
- TRADITIONAL TIRAMISU
MENU 2
- MONTEPULCIANO PICI WITH CRUMBS
- YOUR CHOICE: VEAL SLICED WITH TRUFFLE OR VEAL FILLET WITH TRUFFLE
- CHARD sautéed in a pan with chili pepper
- TRADITIONAL TART WITH PLUM JAM
INFO:
START TIME 10:00 / DURATION 5 HOURS
ADULT PRICE: €180,00 INCLUDING VAT
PRICE FOR CHILDREN UP TO 17 YEARS: FREE
THE MENU WILL BE SINGLE FOR THE WHOLE GROUP
