Tuscan Cooking Classes

JULS’ KITCHEN TUSCAN COOKING CLASSES AND TOURS
HAVE A FIRSTHAND EXPERIENCE OF OUR TYPICAL DISHES
AND DISCOVER THE MAGICAL SPARKLE THAT LIES BENEATH THE TUSCAN LIFE

WHY A COOKING CLASS WITH JULS’ KITCHEN

I’ve been living in the Tuscan countryside since I was born, in the same house where my father was born and my grandmother was born. Tuscany is my daily life and the landscape I see from my bedroom window each morning.

When I am abroad, I am often asked about my country, our typical wine and food, nature and small villages sitting at the top of the hills. I started seeing my home land through the eyes of foreign people and I discovered a new point of view, new colours, fresh and primitive emotions, genuine flavours and tantalizing scents. I deeply fell in love with the vision that foreigners have of Tuscany.

Each day I discover a new sight, a new traditional dish, brand new sensations, interesting and true people: I live my experience of Tuscany with the enthusiasm of a child.

Guided by this awareness, I want to offer you the most precious gift: Tuscany from a local perspective.

ONE DAY TUSCAN COUNTRY COOKING CLASS

Three hour hands-on cooking class creating a complete menu, from appetizer to dessert, using only the freshest seasonal ingredients. Every dish will be introduced by a family story or a local tradition, you will learn to cook as Tuscan grandmas and mums do every day in their kitchens for their family. You will discover the secrets of the local peasant country cooking. The class is held (from 2 up to 4 people) in Juls’ family kitchen, located in a traditional country house in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, between Siena and Florence.

By request, the class can be held in your rented villa or apartment (cooking class open to a maximum of 10 people, more people are welcome to have dinner). The course will be held in English. The seasonal menu is decided with the client, vegetarian options available.

The price includes:

the cost of food and wine,
the final lunch or dinner,
a Juls’ Kitchen apron and the book My grandma’s recipes – A year in my kitchen, written by Juls.

A private driver can be arranged on request for pick-up and drop-off (price not included).

For reservation or further information write me at juls@julskitchen.com o call me at + 39 339 8851328.

VEGETARIAN TUSCAN COUNTRY COOKING CLASS AND PECORINO CHEESE MAKING LESSON

The traditional Tuscan country cooking has many vegetarian dishes, from ribollita to pappa al pomodoro, from panzanella to a generous feast of fresh and seasonal products, cookes with the creativity of the peasant cooking to make every bit flavourful and tasty. We will learn to choose and use the best seasonal products and we will cook a wholesome menu.

After the cooking class we will move to a beautiful sheep farm just outside of Radicondoli called Podere Paugnano, an organic family run farm where we will learn the step-by-step procedure to make pecorino cheese, discovering the option of vegetarian rennet in making pecorino cheese.

The price includes:

hands-on vegetarian cooking class with seasonal products and final lunch
the cost of food and wine
visit to the Podere Paugnano in Radicondoli (Siena) and cheese making lesson
a special Sardinian – Tuscan dinner at the farm with handmade pasta
a Juls’ Kitchen apron and the book My grandma’s recipes – A year in my kitchen, written by Juls.

A private driver can be arranged on request for pick-up and drop-off (price not included).

For reservation or further information write me at juls@julskitchen.com o call me at + 39 339 8851328.

FRESH PASTA HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS AND CINTA SENESE FARM VISIT

Fresh pasta is my favourite recipe, I learnt how to make the traditional tasteful fresh pasta from my Grandma, who is now proud of her nephew and her homemade pasta. We will learn together how to make fresh tagliatelle, tagliolini, ravioli and we will season it with seasonal sauces made with local and fresh vegetables.

In the afternoon we will visit a local family run farm, the Azienda Agricola Casamonti, a farming estate producing Chianti Classico wine, Extravirgin Olive Oil, and raising the rare Cinta Senese pigs. The family is among those that helped save this race from extinction. Today they are the largest breeder in the Siena area and produce and age the traditional Tuscan products: prosciutto, salami, finocchiona – all certified by the Protected Denomination of Origin, Cinta Senese DOP. After a visit of the farm, we will enjoy an unforgettable and satisfying grilled meat dinner.

The price includes:

hands-on fresh pasta cooking class with seasonal products and final lunch
the cost of food and wine
visit to the Azienda Agricola Casamonti farm in Castellina in Chianti (Siena)
dinner at the farm with delicious grilled meat and local wines
a Juls’ Kitchen apron and the book My grandma’s recipes – A year in my kitchen, written by Juls.

A private driver can be arranged on request for pick-up and drop-off (price not included).

For reservation or further information write me at juls@julskitchen.com o call me at + 39 339 8851328.

TESTIMONIALS

Giulia is a fantastic teacher who allows you to think with her whilst cooking, would you add rosemary or not, two eggs or one. She let’s you ask questions so you fully understand why you are doing what and when, and she makes things look easy when she patiently explains the recipe. Cooking with Giulia is like preparing a cosy dinner party together, to enjoy with friends and family.
Regula Ysewijn – Bruxelles, Belgium

I had the pleasure to cook together with Giulia a couple of times. Her magic lies in the effortless ways of using nature’s gifts: nothing is over complicated or too fancy. It’s only tasty “soul” food that has been created through her unique dedication towards a lifestyle that she shares with passion. She is a down-to-earth, friendly and open-minded person who loves living in the Tuscan countryside and sharing her traditional Tuscan recipes with the participants of the cooking class. The athmosphere she creats while cooking is magical. I also love surfing on Giulia’s food blog reading her stories and looking at her mourthwatering, beautiful photos.
It is a great opportunity to learn Italian (Tuscan) cooking from Giulia!
Zita, Budapest, Hungary

I couldn’t have imagined a more perfect Autumn afternoon in the Tuscan countryside! Juls’ private cooking class was absolutely incredible and delicious. My boyfriend and I had so much fun learning new techniques and trying new Tuscan foods. I will remember this experience forever and I already can’t wait to plan another afternoon with Juls!
Lauren Laskowski, USA

Cooking in Juls’ Kitchen will forever be one of my favorite memories in Italy! The pages from the journal of family recipes she gave us are already stained from cooking the recipes over and over again! Beyond teaching us to make scrumptious Tiramasu and fresh pasta, Giulia went out of her way to make sure we experienced the countryside to the fullest, telling us about the Tuscan culture and even showing us how to ensure authenticity in a bottle of Italian olive oil! She went out of her way to send us timetables too! I am so thankful I let myself indulge in such an opportunity-thank you Giulia for your hospitality and passion for Tuscany!
Kassandra Sandstrom, USA