ART &
COOKING
TAKE THE CHANCE
Our hands-on courses have a thematic flair which includes special seasonal recipes as well as traditional Italian and Tuscan cooking. Encounter the culinary arts like never before. Attend our italian cooking classes.
Lessons
We run culinary courses from Mondays to Thursdays where under the expert guidance of our friendly chef, you will learn how to prepare traditional Italian dishes, which vary according to the fresh ingredients available each season. At the end of each session all participants eat what they have prepared together - food and wine are included in the price.
Intensive cooking classes
Are you passionate about good food? Are you interested in discovering the secrets of Tuscan cuisine? Then this is the course for you! The program will develop your potential in preparing gourmet dishes through hands-on cooking classes at a professional level and visits to several local gastronomical places of interest. Independent travelers will love the support and guidance we offer while being able to keep their freedom.
Experience
This program is designed for those who wish to be actively immersed in the world of Italian cooking at a professional level. Participants will be living in the world of real Italian cuisine and its environment. They will learn to speak and understand the language, have the opportunity to network with their peers as well as obtain personal enhancement in their field. Depending on the participants' interests, there's a wide range of internship arrangements, from restaurants in 5 star hotels to local restaurants to trattoria.
ART & COOKING DIRECTORY
A'la carte
Let us arrange your individual or group private cooking lesson(s) taught by professional chefs and tailored to your special interests and needs.
Siena Magnifica
Entice your culinary passion in Siena. Learn how to cook delicious Italian meals while you learn Italian language and culture all in one or two weeks!
Language & Wine
Be a student again and experience a new way to explore Siena and its cultural heritage. It is designed for both beginners and advanced participants .
Wine tours
The tours are by bus, guaranteed all year round, with english speaking guide.
Our school
The school is located in the city center of Siena. Since 2005 all the departments (language, culture, art and culinary) are under the same roof.
Accommodation
We can book a range of accommodations in host family, shared or private apartment, residence, hostel, Hotel and Villa for you during your stay.
Language courses
For over 20 years our organization has been the main establishment of the distinguished Dante Alighieri Society.
Study abroad programs
In our Study Abroad Program students are encouraged to fully take advantage of their stay in Italy.
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