Number of lessons: 3  Duration of stay: 4 days and 3 nights

A programme for genuine epicureans,  a blend of the pleasures of gastronomy and the sweetness of life in all its forms.  

DAY 1 Arrival in the morning. In the afternoon, a meeting with the Chef of Villa San Michele, Attilio Di Fabrizio, and Chef Luca Orini: the first lesson in the kitchen is devoted to Tuscan specialities, and then - all together – a dinner based on the dishes prepared during the lesson.

DAY 2 Second lesson on traditional Tuscan cuisine in the Villa San Michele School of Cookery, again with Chefs Attilio and Luca: lunch - all together – based on the dishes prepared in the morning. An afternoon in Florence and a tour accompanied by a private guide in search of the city’s best kept secrets. 

DAY 3 Excursion to the Capannelle winery, in Gaiole in Chianti, with a guided tour of the refined cellars and a tasting of the superlative wines. Lunch at the luxurious farmhouse in Capannelle, with a country-style menu served by our butler. In the afternoon, the third and final lesson on traditional Tuscan cuisine with Chefs Attilio and Luca, and another convivial dinner based on the dishes prepared together.  

DAY 4  Farewell to the Villa and departure after breakfast.

For their entire stay Guests will have at their disposal the boutiques of Florence (a mere 12 minutes away thanks to the hotel’s free private shuttle service that runs every 20 minutes), the pool and the gardens of Villa San Michele, and the exquisite cuisine of our top-flight restaurant, served in the Loggia or in the Cloister according to the weather and seasons. It’s a dream week: give yourself a treat, it’s worth it!

Make a note of the dates!
26 - 29 October

Rates per person
€ 1.639 in a superior double room
€ 2.029 in a double room for single use
€ 1.504 for a non-participating companion

The price is inclusive of 3 nights, all the activities in the programme, the lessons, and all materials and necessary ingredients. 

Note: 10% VAT must  be added to all prices above. 

• The Courses are reserved for Guests staying at Villa San Michele.
• The lessons are held in English and Italian; other languages are available upon request.
• The Courses are for a maximum of 10 participants and the approach is highly personalised.
• The lessons are held in the morning (from 10.00 to 12.30) and/or in the afternoon (from 15.30 to 18.30). 
• Hours not taken up by lessons and all the evenings are free.
• At the end of every lesson, the dishes prepared will be served for a meal (lunch or dinner) to be enjoyed in the company of the Chef.
• The complete list of the dishes taught during the lessons with recipes will be handed over upon arrival. 
• For more detailed information about the Hotel Villa San Michele, please visit our site or ask for our brochure, also available in electronic format.