Private tour in Florence Silvia M
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I was born in Northern Italy by a Florentine mother and a Mantuan father, so I grew up within these two wonderful cultures: school and friends in Mantua, holidays and extended family in Florence. When it came to pick up college I followed my heart and choose Florence, because I felt this is where I belong to. After college I lived in Austria and Germany, then I came back and attended professional schools to become a cooking instructor. I already had an incredible base, due to my origins: the Mantua cooking is famous for home made pasta, risotto, stews and cakes, while Tuscany…. . . well I just need to mention one above all: extra virgin olive oil. This is the reason why I suggest that, you spare some time for food, wine and good olive oil while visiting Florence, its churches and its museums: If you want to discover the secrets of the Tuscan cooking, or how to understand if you are using an extra virgin olive oil of high quality or come to appreciate not only Chianti wine but also the other wonderful Tuscan wines, just ask me and I will organize a food and wine tour in town or in the countryside, which might end up at my house for a quick lunch or even a cooking class. Ah, by the way, I am also a licensed city guide and I still have couple of surprises ready for you! I look forward to meeting you in Florence, ciao e arrivederci! Silvia - Italian cooking instructor - Certified olive oil tester, registered at Florence Chamber of Commerce. - Food and wine expert for Marriott International (Mr. Wolfgang Lindlbauer - Mr. Gregg Brown) - Licensed tourist guide in Florence and Province. - Professional tour leader - tour escort for Touring Club Italiano in Milan - tour escort for Italian Exclusive Vacation (tour provider of Roadscholar/Elderhostel) in Boston I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
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Do you know what an Italian menu consists of? Because we all know that Italians eat pasta…. . but what kind of pasta? Ravioli, tagliatelle, gnocchi, risotto, spaghetti, lasagna? And what about the matching sauce: meat, tomato, vegetables, mushroom, truffle? And about the fat: butter or olive oil, garlic or onions? And after the pasta dish, here comes the meat. So again veal, pork, beef, chicken, turkey? And how? Roasted in the oven or on the stove, stuffed rolls or scaloppini? What about a side dish to accompany your meat course. And the dessert? I am sure you know Tiramisu, but I 'll teach you other wonderful desserts. So pl, enter my kitchen and you will discover tasty and easy recipes, that you will want to replicate at home. More important, I open my residence and my kitchen to you, because I want you to enjoy a fun day in a relaxing atmosphere, together with your family, your kids or your friends.
Syliva was a fabulous teacher! We had such an amazing time walking through the market with her and learning all about the food sold there. Then we headed back to her beautiful apartment to make the most delicious food we had on our entire trip to Italy! Do this tour! Highly recommend!
We had an absolutely wonderful experience cooking with Silvia. Our tour (and tastings) at the historic market was fun and educational. And with the cooking class, she actually made us believe we could re-create our pasta, stuffed chicken, and biscotti at home. She's an excellent (and very patient) instructor. It was extra special that it was in her lovely apartment.
Fantastic experience. Sylvia's love of cooking and Florence, plus her ease with novice cooks, made for an excellent class. The real deal.
As visitors to Florence who were not interested in art museums, this experience was ideal. And it was an experience with our guide Silvia. We loved learning about the Mercato Centrale through her eyes. Her knowledge of food, ingredients, and their history is vividly apparent, but she provides the wealth of her experience with modesty. And then she opened her home to us, having us prepare a planned meal in her kitchen, which we then enjoyed at her beautifully set table. Incredibly fun and tasty. Al bacio!
This was a great tour, and had a great time, in a group of 50/50 cooks no cook everyone participated and everyone had a great time! The time at the market was so much fun and Silvia was the perfect hostess in teaching us! Highly Recommend this tour for anyone!
Wow! This was a highlight of our trip. After many museums, this is a very different and memorable experience! Silvia is awesome. She told us many stories and made us feel at home in her home. I highly recommend booking a lifetime memory making experience with her. April 4, 2023 Smith family from california.
The day usually starts with a visit to St Lorenzo, the local food market, where we will do some food shopping and some tasting. We then catch the surface metro line T1 and reach my apartment, where we start a hands-on class of abt. 3 hours, preparing a complete Italian meal: one pasta dish (can be hand made pasta or gnocchi or risotto), one meat dish (or fish on request) with a side dish and a dessert. When ready, the guests sit in the dining room at the table and eat what they've prepared. Matching wines are served. **Note:** This Cooking Class can be customized according to your preference. Just ask me and I will send you a customized link to book your tailor made cooking class. ***VERY IMPORTANT: THE FOOD MARKET ONLY WORKS ON WEEK DAYS: MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY (7. 30 am to 2 pm) . SHOULD YOU WISH TO DO A CLASS ON SUNDAY; I WILL BE HAPPY TO ACCOMMODATE YOU WITHOUT MARKET VISIT.
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Public transporation (surface metroline) or, if you prefer, cab to reach my residence. Once lunch is over, you can decide how to go back to downtown.
6 Piazza dell'Unità Italiana, Firenze, Toscana, 50123, Italy
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