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Culinary Tours in Tuscany and Elba Island

Two curated culinary tours to Italy in 2025: a Tuscany experience (May 30-June 6) featuring cheese making and truffle hunting near Pistoia, and an Elba Island adventure (Sept 15-22) focused on seaside fishing and seafood cooking. Both tours limit groups to 12 guests for an intimate, authentic local experience.

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Culinary Tours in Tuscany and Elba Island
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Culinary Tours in Tuscany and Elba Island
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Vita Casalinga Culinary Tours

Location
Pistoia & Elba Island, Italy
Hours
Trip 1: May 30 - June 6, 2025; Trip 2: Sept 15 - 22, 2025
Directions

Standout moments

  • +Shopping at local markets in Pistoia
  • +Antique wine making class
  • +Cheese making class
  • +Cooking with chestnuts in a stone village
  • +Truffle hunting
  • +Fishing with a local on Elba Island
  • +Seafood cooking class
  • +Tasting local wines, beer, and vermouth
  • +E-biking the coastline
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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

  • Book early as tours are limited to 12 guests per group and exclusive dates fill quickly
  • Pack comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing for outdoor activities like truffle hunting and fishing
  • Bring a camera or journal to document hands-on experiences such as cheese making and cooking classes
  • Arrive with an open palate and curiosity about regional Italian ingredients like chestnuts, truffles, and local seafood varieties

Common Questions

What is included in the Tuscany culinary tour?

The Pistoia, Tuscany tour (May 30-June 6) includes cheese making, cooking with chestnuts, truffle hunting, and local food experiences with a maximum of 12 guests.

What activities are featured on the Elba Island tour?

The Elba Island tour (Sept 15-22) offers fishing expeditions, seafood cooking classes, local wine tasting, and seaside culinary experiences limited to 12 participants.

Who is curating these culinary tours?

The tours are announced by @cookingwithshereen and curated in partnership with Vita Casalinga for authentic Italian experiences.

What is the group size for these tours?

Both tours are limited to exactly 12 guests to ensure intimate, personalized experiences and authentic local engagement.

When are the tour dates in 2025?

The Tuscany tour runs May 30-June 6, and the Elba Island tour runs September 15-22, 2025.

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