Welcome to Tuscan Women Cook
You arrive to Montefollonico through the Tuscan countryside, perfectly positioned between Rome and Florence. Tuscany is like nowhere else in Italy. This is the Italian countryside of your dreams; sun streaming down on golden fields, lush olive groves and magnificent vineyards tended by multiple generations of the same family. Many of Italy’s most famous recipes were created here in these family’s kitchens, lovingly passed down from one nonna to the next. Treasured Chianina, the snow-white cattle that produce the succulent bistecca alla fiorentina, roam these fields. And the award-winning wines of Italy are made from the Sangiovese grapes grown here. Nowhere else in Italy will you find a calmer pace, true farm-to-table cuisine, more picturesque views and warm, welcoming families.
Tuscan Women Cook is proud of our deep relationships forged with the village and residents of Montefollonico. As the original cooking school of Montefollonico, we have been here since the year 2000 and feel deeply connected to this community. The warm welcome our guests receive from the residents and the personal ties we have with the very best vintners, restaurateurs, and, of course, our cherished nonnas, gives our guests unparalleled, exclusive access to a true Italian culinary experience.
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Tuscan countryside, the accommodations available for Tuscan Women Cook guests are thoughtfully selected to provide comfort, elegance, and authentic Italian charm with modern amenities. Montefollonico and the surrounding area boast a range of beautiful residences, each designed to immerse you in the serene rhythms of Tuscany. For those of you who choose to rent a car before/after your trip, you’re within an easy drive of iconic destinations such as Montalcino, Montepulciano, Siena, Cortona, and Pienza. Our accommodations have outdoor spaces like lush gardens and panoramic views that invite you to unwind with a good book or enjoy an aperitivo as you soak in the Tuscan sun.
Guests enjoy a delightful breakfast to energize them for the day ahead, setting the stage for the immersive cooking classes and the sumptuous, multi-course lunch that follows. At the end of each day, after you have eaten a 5-star dinner, your accommodation becomes a sanctuary — an ideal spot to relax, reflect, and maybe even jot down memories of the tastes, sights, and experiences that make your week with Tuscan Women Cook truly magical.
Benvenuto. Welcome. We’re confident you’ll feel right at home here with us in Paradise.
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