Milan: Cooking Class and Market Tour with a Local

Northern Italy, Milan



Immerse yourself in Milan's rich culture and cuisine with a unique walking tour and cooking class that blends history, food, and tradition.

This guided walking tour and cooking class in Milan suits food lovers interested in local markets, traditional cuisine, and hands-on culinary experience.

Highlights

  • Discover Milan's culinary scene on a guided walking tour
  • Visit historic markets and artisan shops to learn about local ingredients
  • Prepare a classic Milanese dish in a local home kitchen
  • Enjoy a glass of fine Lombard wine with your homemade meal
  • Experience the atmosphere of an authentic Milanese home

Description

Begin with a guided walk through Milan’s streets, stopping at historic markets and artisan shops to explore local ingredients and culinary traditions. After an hour of exploration, join a hands-on cooking class in a local home kitchen.

Using fresh, high-quality ingredients, you will learn to prepare a classic Milanese dish, applying the techniques that define Lombard cuisine. After cooking, enjoy your meal paired with a glass of fine Lombard wine in the welcoming setting of a genuine Milanese home.

Includes

  • Walking tour of Milan’s historic markets and artisan shops
  • Hands-on cooking class in a local home kitchen
  • All cooking ingredients and equipment
  • Meal of the prepared dish
  • Glass of Lombard wine

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

  • Please notify in advance of any dietary restrictions or allergies; vegetarian options can be accommodated upon request.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and consider booking in the morning when local markets are most active.

Frequently Asked Questions

The experience includes a guided walking tour to local markets and artisan shops, followed by a hands-on cooking class in a Milanese home kitchen where you prepare a classic Milanese dish.
The market tour visits historic markets and artisan shops throughout Milan known for fresh, regional ingredients.
The total duration varies, so check the website for current times and schedules.
A local expert knowledgeable about Milanese cuisine and markets leads the tour and cooking class.
Yes, you should inform the provider in advance to accommodate dietary needs during the meal preparation.
Yes, the class is designed for all skill levels, including beginners interested in Lombard cuisine.
Yes, participants enjoy the meal they prepare, paired with a glass of local Lombard wine in a Milanese home setting.
The tour runs year-round; check the website for availability and current time slots in Milan.
The market and cooking class are within walking distance, so no additional transportation is typically needed.
Age restrictions may apply; please check the specific details on the website before booking.

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