Founded in 2020, Chicca’s Cooking Club is your doorway to an authentic Italian culinary experience. By becoming a member, you’ll have the opportunity to cook alongside me and fellow enthusiasts in our live, interactive cooking classes streamed directly from my kitchen in Tuscany via Zoom. You’ll also join our online international community that shares the same passion for authentic Italian cuisine.
The idea is simple. Every month, we meet live on Zoom, I guide you through authentic Italian recipes, demonstrate techniques, share stories, and answer questions. And we laugh. A lot!
Registration is currently closed and only opens for a limited time each season, but you can join our waitlist to be the first to know when we start accepting new members. I can’t wait to bring the flavors of Italy to your home and create cherished culinary memories!
Online Italian Cooking Classes - Live From Tuscany
Chicca's Cooking Club - Learn more about becoming a member
Ciao, I’m Chicca. I’m here to make Italian cooking simple for you!
✔︎ Learn authentic Italian recipes
✔︎ Join my live classes from Tuscany
✔︎ Cook more seasonal vegetables
✔︎ Be part of our joyful community
Next season: Dec 2024 – March 2025
Registration opens December 1
Membership and Registration
To become a member of Chicca’s Cooking Club, registration is required. We open registration three times a year, on December 1, April 1, and August 1. Currently, registration is closed, but don’t worry! You can join our waitlist to be the first to know when we reopen the doors to new members.
The cost of the membership is $149 and includes access to:
✔︎ 4-month membership – join a global community of happy cooks from around the world.
✔︎ 6 interactive Italian cooking classes – Have fun cooking alongside me on six Saturdays, around lunchtime in the US, via Zoom. Anyone in a member’s household can join, too, so you can make a party of it!
✔︎ Replay videos – Don’t worry if you miss a Saturday class, you’ll get the video recording in your inbox in 24 hours after class to cook at your own time later.
Recipes & Wine Pairing
Every season, I’ll share six brand-new Italian recipes using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Each dish tells a story, the ones from my family and Italian culinary traditions. From homemade pasta—whether you use a machine or your own two hands—to Mediterranean-inspired veggie dishes and delicious desserts, I’ll guide you through each recipe step by step.
For each recipe you’ll get wine pairing recommendation, graciously shared by our friend and member Linda from Mysommfriend.
A Community of Happy Cooks
By participating in our classes, means more than mastering new Italian dishes to share with your loved ones. It’s also about connecting with a vibrant global food community— all from the comfort of your own kitchen. We connect through Zoom, emails and a private Facebook group. This is a place where to share your photos, get support from me, my team, engage with other fellow cooks around the world (optional).
Video Library On Demand
As a member you have access to + 90 past cook-along videos to watch on-demand in our exclusive members-only growing video recipe library, including quick cooking tips to improve your skills. You can go back through whenever you want, to make other pasta, meatballs, risotto, ravioli, four variations of tiramisu and many more. You’ll get the shopping list and the recipe for each class, plus the class replay video and plenty of delicious dishes to add to your meal rotation at home! Get a glimpse of all the recipes on the exclusive member’s library. It’s tastier than Netflix!
Chicca's Cooking Club Membership Registration
Registration only opens for a limited time each season, don't miss it!
Join our waitlist to be the first to know when registration is open.
Chicca's Cooking Club Membership
$149 /per Season (4 Months - 6 new Italian recipes)
- • 4-months of membership in a a global, joyful community
- • 6 cooking lessons: 5 live via Zoom + 1 exclusive pre-recorded class
- • Replay videos, if you miss a live class enjoy it on your own time later
- • 90+ past classes to watch on-demand - exclusive video library
- • Anyone in your home can watch classes and cook alongside you
- • Save on DaTerra Cucina cookware, and Caputo Flour
- • Wine pairings for each recipe & a new friend in Tuscany to visit
And... there's more!
As a Chicca’s Cooking Club member, you’ll also enjoy:
✔︎ Connecting with me in Tuscany, and my fantastic team.
✔︎ Everyone in your home can join our classes—make it a party!
✔︎ Master healthy seasonal recipes and discover authentic Italian dishes.
✔︎ Member’s special: 12% off DaTerra Cucina cookware and 20% off Caputo flour.
✔︎ Exclusive private Facebook group: share notes and photos after class (opt.).
✔︎ Getting my insights for your next trip to Italy and come to visit us in Tuscany.
Learn to cook authentic Italian recipes like this...
Past Class Replays On Demand - Get A Glimpse Of Our Recipes!
Is there an authentic Italian recipe that you have been dreaming of? Chicca’s Cooking Club is excited to offer replays of our past classes that you can purchase à la carte and watch at your leisure. Discover our tasty library of recipes that will bring authentic Italian flavors into your home. Your purchase grants you lifetime access to a replay video, shopping list, recipe instructions, and notes from Chicca.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Chicca's Cooking Club Seasonal Membership
When are the live cooking classes held?
Online classes will be on Saturdays around lunch time in the United States, dinner time in Italy.
What time will the classes be?
Our schedule allows for mainland U.S. time zones to participate around lunch time, while it’s evening in Italy.
Classes start 10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET / 7:30pm Italy and go for 60-90 minutes.
When will I know what ingredients to purchase for the classes?
The full recipe and list of ingredients for each class are already published on the Members page, so you can start to prepare for future classes as soon as you enroll. You will also receive a shopping list by email about one week in advance.
What if I miss a live cooking class or have to leave early?
Members will have access to video recordings of each class. That way you can watch the replay whenever is most convenient for you.
How does it work? Do I need a special program to participate in the membership?
Cooking classes will be held on Zoom. This requires a quick and easy download, but you do not need a special Zoom account to participate.
The video lessons library, recipes, and live class information for the Club will be hosted on this website. Members will have a username and password to access these private webpages.
The best way to interact with Chicca throughout the week will be through email or the Club’s exclusive Facebook group (optional). Important Club communications will also be sent out by email.
Will the classes be taught in English?
Yes. Chicca teaches in English and co-host, Denise, will facilitate in English.
How much is the membership and what does it cover?
Membership is $149 for the season. A season covers 4 months. It includes six live cooking classes, plus access to our exclusive online community, new class replay videos, 70+ past class replays, and a growing library of recipes and cooking tips.
Is membership paid monthly?
Membership is paid up front for each season, and a season covers four months. A season covers 4 months. It includes six live cooking classes, plus access to our exclusive online community, new class replay videos, 70+ past class replays videos to watch on demand, and a growing library of recipes and cooking tips. Purchasing a membership offers a significant price reduction when enrolling in classes as a bundle.
Can I just sign up for individual classes instead?
Yes, tickets to join live classes will be sold a la carte. Classes will be $37 per device, per class.
By purchasing the membership, you can save 35% on new classes, plus take advantage of the additional benefits of being a Club member (including access to all class replays from past seasons).
When can I sign up for becoming a member of Chicca’s Cooking Club ?
Registration for the membership is closed now and we don‘t allow new members to join in the middle of a season. But don‘t worry! You can still participate in our classes – you can purchase them à la carte! We will open doors to the next season of the Club on April 1st, 2024, we are looking forward to welcoming new members. Join the wait list here
Can I get a refund?
We do offer full refunds if you decide the membership is not for you before the first cooking class of the season. Feel free to take a look around the members-only webpages, the Facebook community, and even watch last season’s classes during this time. Once classes are underway, your membership becomes non-refundable.
Can I purchase individual classes?
Can I sign up for individual classes if I’m not a Club member?
Once membership registration is closed, you can purchase individual classes. Registration to join live classes will be sold a la carte. Classes are $37 per household/device.
Purchasing a membership offers a significant price reduction when enrolling in classes as a bundle.
When are live cooking classes held?
Online classes will be on Saturdays, around lunch time in the United States, dinner time in Italy.
Dates for our next season’s classes are: January 6 and 20, February 3 and 17, March 2 and 16.
What time will the classes be?
Our schedule allows for mainland U.S. time zones to participate around lunch time, while it’s evening in Italy.
Classes start 10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET / 7:30pm Italy and go for 60-90 minutes.
When will I know what ingredients to purchase for the classes?
The full recipe and list of ingredients for each class are already published on each Class page, so you can start to prepare for future classes as soon as you enroll. You will also receive a shopping list by email about one week in advance, with a reminder the day before class.
When is the latest I can enroll in a class?
Enrollment will stay open until the last minute. However, for the best experience, we recommend enrolling at least 24 hours in advance – and even further in advance if you need extra time to shop for ingredients. Additionally, important instructions will be sent out the day before each class.
What if I miss a live cooking class or have to leave early?
Participants will have access to video recordings of any class they purchase. That way you can watch the replay and cook whenever is most convenient for you.
How does it work? Do I need a special program to participate in a class?
Cooking classes will be held on Zoom. This requires a quick and easy download, but you do not need a special Zoom account to participate (we’ll send all the instructions on how to use Zoom if you register for a class). Class information and video replays will be hosted on this website. You will set up a password to access your class page when you enroll.
*Important, class communications will be sent out via email.
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MEET THE TEAM
Chicca Maione
Owner & Founder
Chicca is your food enthusiast Italian friend and teacher! With over 20 years experience teaching cooking classes, she loves to share her knowledge about home cooking from her family heritage. She’ll help you build skills to cook delicious meals in your own kitchen while bringing to life the culture of Tuscany.
Arnaud Bachelard
Copywriter & Photographer
Arnaud, a guy of many passions and talents, is the gentleman behind the camera. Born in France, he traveled across the world and now lives with Chicca in Tuscany. He’s the creator of all the pictures and handles the camera during online classes, capturing every little detail of the cooking process for you.
Denise Ransome
Partner & Co-host
Denise is our co-host and event manager. She owns her own creative retreat space in Oregon and is a seasoned project manager. She has cooked with Chicca in her kitchen in Tuscany. This gives her first-hand knowledge to help create an incredible cooking experience for our cooking community.
Jedd & Michelle Chang
Co-Founders
Jedd and Michelle are co-founders and former class co-hosts. As a nomadic couple, they are passionate about cross-cultural exchange. Pros at running events online and offline, they have lived and worked with Chicca for several months, assisting with her classes and cooking vacations in Tuscany.
