Origini Cooking Class
People in Tuscan villages don’t hit 100 by accident; they do it by living with a pulse. It’s about rhythm, deep roots, and a refusal to rush for anyone.
Origini is where we strip away the modern chaos. This is a direct injection of rural wisdom. We’re plugging you into the daily rituals of the people who actually cracked the code on longevity. We don’t do “slow living” as a luxury; we do it because it’s the only way to truly thrive.
The Class
Cooking with Memory
We’re ditching the recipe books. Recipes aren’t measurements; they’re survival strategies passed down through bloodlines. You’ll stand next to the ones who grew the very ingredients on your cutting board, and you’ll learn to move at their speed.
You’ll stand next to the ones who grew the very ingredients on your cutting board, and you’ll learn to move at their speed. This is Origini. When you knead that dough or reduce a sauce, you aren’t just making lunch; you’re practicing a form of biological resistance. Tradition is one of the most effective longevity tools we’ve got, and we are welcoming you to discover it.
You will prepare and EAT foods that made our food culture part of the UNESCO heritage:
Fresh pasta (Tagliatelle, Tortelli, Gnudi)
Butter and Sage Sauce
Ragu sauce
Chicken and Saffron
Tiramisù
The Location
The village rhythm
This experience follows the rhythm of a Tuscan village, and it is here that it take place: in a newly renovated historical building in Castelnuovo dell’Abate.
The location reflects the spirit of old communities kitchens, where people gathered to cook, teach, and pass on knowledge. You don’t just learn how to make a dish; you understand why it exists. And in that understanding lies a deeper kind of nourishment.
Slow mornings, shared meals, small routines, and simple pleasures that define the day. You may meet local residents, hear their stories, and discover how everyday habits – walking, cooking, talking – quietly support a long and healthy life.
Prices & Duration
Duration
Approx. 3 Hours
Capacity
Max 12 people
(No minimum)
Price per person
€210 p.p.
(children 5–16 yo half price, free under 5 yo)
With wine tasting: €250 p.p.
Biodynamic wines produced on the property
Location distances
57min
from Siena
2h
from Florence
38min
from Pienza
1h20
from Cortona
53min
from Montepulciano
57min
from Siena
2h
from Florence
38min
from Pienza
1h20
from Cortona
53min
from Montepulciano
Cancellation Policy
Free when canceling 24hrs before booking time, after that, full amount will be charged.
Allergies and intolerances
Please inform us of any beforehand, thus allowing us to make the proper changes.
Weather Note
In case of bad weather (rain, extreme heat) another beautiful indoor location with air conditioning will be made available.
FAQs
Lunch included?
Yes, you will enjoy the food you made.
Can I choose the recipes?
Yes, you will be given a list of choices during the booking, please note: we cook with 95% seasonal ingredients, not all recipes will be available all year round.