Top Lucca Restaurants

Experience the thrill of finding Italy’s most precious tuber with an experienced forager in the Tuscany countryside during this authentic truffle hunt outside San Miniato. Meet Francesca and her truffle dog and set out for a jaunt through the woods to find fresh truffles. Afterwards, relax at her family farmhouse over lunch featuring the truffles you’ve found together.

Learn how to make three traditional Tuscan pastas from scratch during a 4-hour private class in Lucca. Set in a local home, you get the undivided attention and expert instruction of a local cook. Once everything is prepared, enjoy the fruits of your labor with a selection of red and white regional wines. All materials and ingredients are provided, as is a special gift for you to take home.

Dive into Lucca like a local foodie. Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops, tasting as you go. Visit a selection of small local shops, learn about the typical products of the city while tasting them. A delicious way to discover Lucca and its gastronomy! • Street food tasting tour • Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops • Sample some of Lucca typical street food staples • Do some sightseeing in Lucca as you walk from tasting to tasting • Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 people for an authentic food experience Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

In the historical site of the Academy, an XVIII-century apartment, we propose our guests the best local products. We usually introduce the world of Evo, cultivars, health benefits and then we move on to make an extra virgin olive oil tasting of 4 or 6 Evos. Extra virgin olive oil tasting is followed by wine tasting and a light lunch or dinner to appreciate traditional Tuscan cooking. All the activities are held personally by me, Evo expert and food & wine consultant, in English, French, and Spanish.

Colle di Bordocheo is nestled in a beautiful panoramic location on the hills of Segromigno in Monte. We are an organic farm that produces wine, extra virgin olive oil and welcome who wishes to discover and savor the beauty of this enchanting corner of Tuscany. Our locations are truly stunning, offering stunning views across the valley and extraordinary sunsets. Our guests can enjoy walking tours in the garden, having typical vineyards and olive groves, starting with the tasting of wine and olive oil. It’s A FAMILY HISTORY! We will be glad to tell your during your visit

Would you like to discover the most authentic side of Italian gastronomy and share it with other enthusiasts of the “cucina italiana”? Enjoy this shared Market tour and typical Dining experience. Visit the vibrant local market and learn about the seasonal produce and secret ingredients. Then, head to your Cesarina’s house to enjoy a 3-course dining experience, showcasing the authentic regional dishes stored in the cookbooks of your host. You will take part in an experience which is so much more than just a lunch or dinner. You will make new friends, feel like one of the family and live like the Italians do.

You will experience a wonderful evening of local food, wines and olive oil in a beautiful setting of a 17th Century vineyard, listening to amazing music.

Become a local of Lucca by experiencing the traditional rustic flavours of Tuscany on a charming walking tour. Taste original and quality food, wines and ingredients within the town's beautiful and historic streets.

We will taste 5 great Italian wines: Barolo, Brunello di Montalcino, Bolgheri, Franciacorta and Trento Doc, paired with the dishes of the wine chef Vino e Convivio. I will tell you about the territories, the companies and the greatest Italian wines, which will be combined with typical local products. A unique opportunity to savor the excellences of the Italian wine scene and the greatest products of the territory!

We will visit Fattoria Maionchi, being a collection of rustic stone buildings clustered around a noble villa, with the most beautiful gardens. You will be invited to the table, but not in a common dining room, but a series of very charming and rustic rooms covered with memorabilia. We will taste the most delicious dishes of the regional culinary tradition, accompanied by the best wines of Maionchi

Colle di Bordocheo is immersed in a splendid panoramic position on the hills of Segromigno in Monte. We are an organic farm that produces wine, extra virgin olive oil and we welcome those who want to discover and savor the beauty of this enchanting corner of Tuscany. Our position is truly to be envied, offering breathtaking views of the valley and extraordinary sunsets. Our guests can take walks in the garden, which fades into the typical vineyards and olive groves, before relaxing and tasting the goodness of their picnic basket

Kids love Pizza, in Italy you are in the perfect place where you can learn from the best! Did you know that Pizza is part of the tradition of every Italian family? Every mamma prepares her own special pizza in the oven at home! Ready to get your hands dirty? Learn how to prepare pizza in its regional variations. Kids will love to prepare and roll out the dough and add the typical toppings of the region you are visiting. To complete your feast, taste your creations accompanied by the iconic Tiramisu lovingly prepared by your Cesarina. Wine, drinks and coffee are included. Are you ready to become a family of “Pizzaioli” for a day?

Would you like to discover the authentic side of Italy and to have a great time with all the family? This kids friendly cooking class will be a great choice. Learn to prepare the icon of the Italian gastronomy: the Pasta. Your children will love learning how to roll fresh pasta by hand as they prepare two simple different kinds of pasta from scratch. Your host will choose delicious recipes which you can easily recreate at home. After the lesson, have a delightful lunch or dinner, where you'll taste the fruits of your labour together with the famous Tiramisu lovely prepared by your Cesarina. Wine, drinks and coffee are included.