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Tuscan Villa

Cook Like a Tuscan 2027

Experience Tuscany through its food, wine, and culinary traditions during the fall harvest season. This small-group culinary vacation combines hands-on cooking classes, local wine tastings, and authentic cultural experiences, all while staying at a historic stone villa surrounded by Chianti vineyards.

Learn from local chefs and artisans, explore charming medieval towns, and discover the ingredients, techniques, and traditions that make Tuscan cuisine so special.

October 16 - October 23, 2027

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Tuscan Cooking

A Hands-On Culinary Journey Through Chianti

Roll up your sleeves for a week of cooking, wine tasting, and exploring Tuscany's rich culinary heritage. Make fresh pasta and traditional sauces, discover the art of Tuscan butchery at Macelleria Cecchini, and meet passionate winemakers at celebrated Chianti estates, including Fontodi and Altiero.

Beyond the kitchen, explore medieval villages, visit local markets, and enjoy time to unwind at our beautiful countryside villa. You'll return home with new cooking skills, favorite recipes, and a deeper appreciation for authentic Tuscan food and wine. 

Wine Cellar Dario Wine for Webpage

Why Tuscany Keeps Calling Us Back

What makes our Tuscany culinary tours so special? It's the people and places we've come to know over years of traveling here. From our welcoming villa in Chianti to the local chefs, farmers, and winemakers who share their traditions, these lasting relationships make every trip feel personal.

In this behind-the-scenes blog, discover how we've built a culinary community in Tuscany and why we love introducing new travelers to the food, wine, and people who make this region unforgettable.

Andrea and Viktorija

Explore Tuscany with Fellow Food and Wine Lovers

Travel with The Chopping Block's Andrea Miller and former sommelier Viktorija Todorovska, two experienced hosts who share a passion for cooking, wine, and discovering Italy through its food. Whether you're traveling solo, with a partner, or with friends, you'll feel right at home among fellow food enthusiasts. Our partners at Onward Travel bring years of experience and close relationships with local chefs and producers, creating a thoughtfully planned culinary vacation filled with authentic Tuscan experiences.

Traveling with The Chopping Block and Onward Travel was an experience I’ll never forget — from cooking classes in the Tuscan countryside to vineyard lunches that felt straight out of a dream. Every moment was thoughtful, authentic, and full of heart. I came home with new friends, a full heart, and memories I’ll carry forever. Grazie — you created something truly special. 

Rose D.
2025 Traveler

Viktorija  and Andrea were great hosts.
Viktorija had so much technical knowledge but  shared it with humor and made it fun! Andrea coordinated everything seamlessly and made everything look effortless. This is an art form that they do so well together and we really appreciated all they did
for us!

Leslie S.
2026 Traveler

This trip was a leap of faith for me, traveling as a solo, taking a group trip and traveling with a company I had not directly traveled with before. When I reflect on the trip one word keeps coming to mind "magical." Just when you think it is great, it gets even better. Thank you for a trip I will always remember! 

Kathy T.
2025 Traveler

We’ve never traveled with a group before and honestly before this trip I would have said I never wanted to. The small size of the group and the common appreciation of food and wine made it like traveling with friends. In fact we now consider all of them friends!

Marti O.
2025 Traveler

The best part of a tour with The Chopping Block and Onward Travel is that you don’t need to make very many decisions on your own. The itinerary is jam packed but still allows for free time to relax and remember why you went to such a beautiful destination in the first place. 

Charlie S.
2025 Traveler

I love to plan trips, but I could have never crafted an experience such as this. This was a one of a kind adventure!

Valerie P.
2025 Traveler
Villa in Tuscany

Your tuscan culinary adventure awaits

With just 12 travelers, Cook Like a Tuscan offers an intimate, hands-on experience that goes far beyond a typical vacation in Italy. Our culinary tours consistently sell out, so don't wait to claim your place. Join us for an unforgettable week of cooking, exceptional wines, beautiful countryside, and new friendships in Tuscany.

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