Organic Tuscany is EVERYTHING we wanted and MORE! My husband and I went to cooking school at Organic Tuscany last October (2017). I was so pleased... so terribly over-the-top pleased... that I've put off writing a review, fearing I wouldn't be able to do the experience (and the people) justice. Having looked at several cooking schools in Italy, I was having trouble finding THE one, and then I came across Organic Tuscany's website. Oh my gosh! It just had it all! Authentic Tuscan villa, warm, engaging, and amazing... read more people provide the experience, great food, great wine, great company, and just everything I had hoped for. This wasn't our first Italian vacation but it was by far our best! Shilpa and Riccardo, we feel, are friends for life. Such an engaging couple, both of whom were obviously committed to our having a peak experience, and it was! I cooked risotto last night with Tuscan green beans, andipasto and bell pepper crostinis for my son and his wife; and tonight, it was gnocchi with sage sauce, asparagus, antipasto, and minestrone soup. We've been home 4 months and I just can't get enough of this meal planning and cooking... good thing my family likes Italian food. And the biscotti! I can't even believe I made biscotti that was so delicious! Shilpa, Riccardo, Malgosha, Maria, Clara, Terry, Manuella, Serenella, Serena, and Genna, you'll never, ever be forgotten. Thank you so much for a once-in-a-lifetime-never-to-be-forgotten experience. Warmest regards! Carol & Howard PS: We were there with 5 ladies from Canada, none of whom brought husbands. My husband went on the trip with me and didn't cook but went sight-seeing the days we had classes. He had a ball... enjoyed every experience with us (eating, drinking wine, tasting olive oil, touring Certaldo, visiting Terry's studio, hanging out, and even our very last night). He had as much fun as I did and has really enjoyed the fruits of my very pleasant labors. Would highly recommend for girlfriends OR couples (cooking or non-cooking). If you like eating/cooking Italian, don't miss this experience! read less

An authentic Italian experience! My husband and I were there September 23-30, 2017. Friends had recommended this cooking school to us. Cooking amazing italian food with the backdrop of the hills of Tuscany, with amazing chefs, what could be better! Met a great group of people from Australia, New Zealand, Sweden and the US. You get a copy of all the recipes and the apron you wore to cook to boot! My husband and I have recreated the recipes at home, delicious. Hosts Riccardo... read more and Shilpa are wonderful, as are the chefs; Serena, Serranella, and Manuela; Cristina, the wine and olive oil expert; and Clara and her husband Terry who guide you through an authentic “Italian” experience. The villa is lovely, all renovated. Go a few days early and spend some time in Italy, that’s what we did. An experience you will not forget!! read less

Just the Best ! My week at Organic Tuscany was the highlight at the end of 6 weeks in Italy and Greece. Initially we were given specific and detailed instructions for travel to the house which was extremely helpful. The classes are very carefully planned and well organised to run smoothly with charming and very competent tutors. The house and setting is lovely and our rooms were spacious and very comfortable. A warm feeling of friendship developed from the outset between the guests and... read more staff. The organised trips in the local area were particularly interesting. I recommend Organic Tuscany without hesitation. read less

Nothing could have been better for these Canadian ladies! Myself and four other ladies had the pleasure of taking part in the cooking school and staying at Organic Tuscany. It was by far the highlight of our three week trip. Riccardo and Shilpa are the ultimate hosts and have put together a week that was fun, exciting and educational. The chefs, cooks and tour guides were unbelievable. I was a bit concerned about driving but it turned out to be no problem with Shilpa’s careful directions and my insistence... read more of getting an automatic car! I highly recommend staying here and enjoying the hills of Tuscany while learning to cook wonderful food from experienced chefs. read less