Foraging Experience
Have you ever tasted a dish that tells the story of the forest?
March 25, 2026
Have you ever tasted a dish that tells the story of the forest? One that smells like earth, sunshine, and wind? Our foraging course invites you to slow down, observe, gather, and cook just like people used to—respectfully, curiously, and with wonder, right in the heart of nature and the Chianti region.
How the Course Works
- Guided Walk: Explore trails and vineyards as you learn to identify wild herbs, edible flowers, berries, and roots.
- Botanical Insights: Discover interesting facts about the plants you collect, when to harvest them, and their unique health benefits.
- Cooking Workshop: Prepare simple, tasty, and nutritious dishes using what you’ve gathered.
- Final Tasting: Enjoy a friendly lunch together, blending tradition and creativity with the ingredients you found.
What You’ll Learn
- How to recognize edible plants
- The nutritional and therapeutic value of wild herbs
- How to cook with wild ingredients
- How to connect deeply with the environment
Why Join Us
- Rediscover the local area in direct contact with nature
- Learn healthy, sustainable cooking and traditional flavors
- Experience something authentic, away from routine, in harmony with the environment
An authentic experience in the Tuscan hills, where food meets the land.
Our foraging course is an invitation to slow down, observe, gather, and cook with respect, curiosity, and wonder.
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The Walk:
Join us for a guided hike through the Chianti countryside. Along the way, you’ll
learn to identify wild herbs, edible flowers, berries, and roots. Every plant
has a story, a flavor, and a special power.
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The Cooking Workshop:
After gathering, we’ll meet around the table to turn nature’s gifts into
delicious dishes inspired by rustic and Mediterranean cooking. Think wild soups,
herb focaccia, and herbal infusions—each recipe is a return to our roots and a
step toward balance and health.
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Where:
In the Chianti hills, at Osteria La Gramola, near Tavarnelle Val di Pesa (FI).
Dates available on request. Spring and fall are ideal, but nature offers
something all year round.
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Duration:
Half day (about 5 hours), lunch included.
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Group Size:
Small groups (max 12 people) for a genuine, personalized experience.
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Price:
Starting at €190 per person, including guide, foraging, workshop, and tasting.
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Reservations:
Email us at osteria@gramola.it or call +39 055 80 50 321. Spots are limited, so
book early.
Sample Schedule
- 9:30 – Meet at Osteria La Gramola
- Foraging for wild herbs
- Plant identification and botanical tips
- 11:00 – Return to the restaurant
- Preparing and organizing the dishes
- 12:30 – Lunch: salads, soups, main courses, sides, and desserts with floral decorations
- 14:30 – Farewell after a wonderful day together
All materials are provided. Just come dressed simply and wear comfortable shoes for walking in the countryside.
Book this incredible experience now!