Tamara and I just kept repeating ourselves day after day "we've never had a more pleasant week of vacation!" Franco and Paula are such a pleasure to be around. The cooking padawans were absolutely amazing to cook and dine with. The views from the rooms and dining areas are just incredible. Thanks to Lars and Pippa for allowing us to share the villa, cook with a master and dine like never before with great folks. No Ka OiMore
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This was one of the most enjoyable vacations we have ever had. Torre del Tartufo is located at the top of a hill overlooking a beautiful valley. It is a truly idealic setting. Our class was only 7 so we all got really personal instruction from Franco, our chef and instructor.
We had plenty of time to relax and enjoy the pool and take excursions as the cooking sessions started at 3PM each day.
The staff was great and couldn't do enough to make us feel at home and comfortable. All in all, this was a truly memorable experience which I hope to repeat one day.
It's been a couple months since I returned from this trip and my heart aches to return and cook, hike, rejuvenate and spend time with Alex, Lena, Franco and Paola. Franco is an amazing chef and teacher adjusting to the wide range of cooking experience in the class. He was entertaining and a task master all at once. Paola won me over from the start helping anywhere in the kitchen. Her artistic flair for setting the most beautiful tables with flowers from the property was inspiring. Alex and Lena are the consummate hosts ensuring every day is a wonderful experience and attending to any needs a guest might have. It is a gem in the Tuscan mountains. I can't wait to return.
Dear Debra, We are so pleased to read that you had such a wonderful time. We have never been called a cooking retreat before and I love it! I know its hard work in the kitchen but we try to ensure that you can relax and be pampered for the rest of the time so it’s a great description. We look forward to welcoming you back to our Cooking retreat!
I was looking for a complete Tuscany experience cooking class for my Aunt's birthday. Happen to stumble to Tuscookany's website. Believe me, this place will exceed your expectation. The Villa is gorgeous. The accommodations are adorable and extremely clean. Food... well my mouth waters just remembering!!!! Staff unbelievably friendly. To think they do this week after week after week. You cannot fake this charm. Our chef Franco was the best (felt I was in one of those Master Chef shows but without the yelling and totally relaxing). We took our 3 children (11, 13 and 15 years old). My older two participated in the class while my young one hangout with my husband who was working remotely and not part of the cooking class. Even though my 11 year old had a great time, please note the Villa does not have the type of activities young children are accustom today. My 11 year old only participated in making the pizza one day. During the rest of our cooking time, my young son spent it in the pool, hiking, and playing with his electronics. Overall, this was truly an amazing experience. My family enjoyed this 10x more than our last year Disney Cruise to Alaska.
We are pleased to read that you and your family had such a lovely time! We know that its not really suitable for very young children and have a minimum age of 11-12 years, so we are pleased that regardless your 11 year old enjoyed it. Happy cooking and we look forward to welcoming you back in Tuscany sometime in the future!
My partner and I loved Tuscookany at Torre del Tartufo. If you're on the fence about going - don't hesitate! It was an amazing experience. Several other individuals had been to cooking schools all over the world, and said that Franco was by far the best. When I first read the itinerary and saw there were only four days of cooking, I thought it would be too few. They have mastered the schedule and it is perfect! I can't imagine adding more to the schedule it's was spectacular as is. The accommodations are unbelievable. Beautifully decorated and impeccably clean. I have no complaints. We loved our time there and can't wait to return!
Thank you so much for this lovely review you make us blush and we know the staff will be proud! Happy cooking!
If you love to cook, or just love to eat, or just love beautiful, luxurious villas, or maybe just love meeting great people from all over the world, book this. Franco and the staff will insure this is an experience you will not forget. Incredible Villa, accommodations, and fun, fun cooking school - beginners to experts will love it! The tours are also great fun - wait till you see the vineyard that produces a wine named Psycho! We took 4 friends with us - all of them raved about the experience!
Thank you so much for coming back for a second time and bringing friends and we are happy to read that you all had such a good time! Thank you for the great review!
