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Dining Experiences in
Florence and Tuscany

Private dinners, intimate celebrations, micro-weddings, retreats and hands-on cooking experiences, shaped around Italian food, seasonality and the pleasure of gathering.

I cook Italian food the way it was meant to be shared,
at your table, for the people you love.
Private dinners, celebrations and micro-weddings,
plus DaMe Supper Club, where guests arrive as strangers and leave as friends.

Crafting Experiences Through Love and Tradition

From a dinner in your villa to an intimate wedding or a table shared with strangers in Florence, each experience begins with the people, the place and the occasion.

I cook seasonally, source from producers I know by name, and write each menu around the people who'll be sitting at the table, their occasion, their appetite, their dietary needs.

Tell me the date and the occasion.
I'll take care of the rest. 

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Private Chef

Private dining in your home, villa or holiday residence in Florence and Tuscany, with a menu created around the season, the occasion and your guests.

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Micro-Weddings

The wedding you'd actually want to attend.
Intimate weddings in Florence and Tuscany, created for couples who want a smaller celebration with a strong sense of place, food and atmosphere.

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Bespoke Events

Events built around one evening: yours.

Milestone birthdays, anniversaries, client dinners, team celebrations, brand gatherings. Occasions that deserve more than a table booking, planned end to end, menu, styling, music, service, timings.

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Retreat

For yoga teachers, retreat hosts and small groups staying in Tuscany: seasonal Italian cooking across several days, designed alongside your programme rather than bolted onto it. 

Cooking Class on demand

Hands-on Italian cooking experiences created on request for couples, families and small groups who want to cook, learn and share a meal together.

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DaMe SUPPER CLUB

My signature social dining experience in Florence: one table, a private home, Italian food, conversation and, on selected evenings, live jazz.

Join Us Where Food and Connections Converge

Step into a world where culinary artistry becomes a gateway to meaningful connections. Our in-house culinary experiences are intimate and secret affairs, reserved for a select few who are bound to become friends by the end of the evening. Gather around our social table, where the warmth of Italian hospitality melds seamlessly with the joy of shared Italian cuisine. At the heart of our mission lies the desire to unite people through the universal language of food, bridging cultures and fostering integration.

Customized to Your Desires: Tailored Experiences

Whether it's a special occasion, a corporate affair, or a celebration of life's milestones, Valeria crafts unforgettable experiences tailored to each client's unique preferences. She ensures every event is marked by exquisite cuisine, elegant presentation, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Her attention to detail and dedication to quality makes every guest feel valued and celebrated.

Moreover, she offers her culinary expertise as a home personal chef, providing bespoke dining experiences on request.

William, US

“Absolutely book this evening with Valeria and her crew! Highly recommended and you will love it, as did I. The gift of being welcomed into someone's home, having them prepare and share a meal in intimate Italian style is wonderful. Not to be missed."
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Still deciding?

Most people write to me with a date and a rough idea  that's plenty to start with.

Tell me who's coming and what the occasion is, and I'll suggest what fits.

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Cooking is my way of expressing love for others. It's about sharing moments, stories and laughter in a warm, intimate, home-like ambiance.
Preparing a meal is a way of demonstrating affection and care.
Every dish becomes a canvas on which my affection is painted, a testament to my commitment to delivering a heartfelt experience. 

Are you planning a private dinner in Florence or Tuscany?

To request your private dinner, tell me your preferred date, location, number of guests, occasion, dietary requirements and anything else you have in mind, and I’ll personally get back to you with availability and next steps.
 

Date · Location · Number of guests · Occasion · Dietary requirements · Tell me what you have in mind

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