My grandmother taught me everything I know about Italian gastronomic tradition. Born in Bologna, home of authentic handmade fresh pasta, she left me not only her technique and recipes but also all her passion and love for Italian cuisine.
After many years spent in various starred restaurants in London and Italy, I felt it was time for me to go back to my roots. Back to where my true passion for food was born.
So, I opened a workshop in the heart of Florence where I now offer pasta cooking classes but most of all, I share my love for pasta with anyone who wants to come by!

Born in Florence to an English mother and a father from Romagna, Marco Blake began working when he was only 15 years old, during the summer seasons. In 2008, he left for Sao Paulo and New York, where he had his first experiences working abroad. Marco spent the next three years in London, approaching fine dining and also working in the spectacular The Gherkin. After more years of travel, he returned to Florence where he became chef of a small downtown restaurant. Today we are happy that he is one of our teachers!

Andrea is a chef and pastry chef born and raised in Milan, with a Southern family’s background.
His cooking philosophy has been influenced by his life experience all over Italy and in different countries such as Australia, New Zealand and England in Michelin starred restaurants and five star hotels. In all his work, Andrea always puts that touch of tradition that ties him to the cooking he learned from his grandmother. He’s waiting for you to take this cooking trip together!