These group demonstration sessions (reserved to our Italian language students,) can be taken twice a week in the evening, from 18.15 until about 22.00. Under the expert guidance of our friendly chef, students learn how to prepare traditional Italian dishes, which vary according to the fresh ingredients available each season. At the end of each session all participants eat what they have prepared together - food and wine are included in the price. This course is designed for people who wish to learn the secrets of Italian gastronomy as a complement to their Italian language studies.

We welcome students from all over the world, and from every background and age, and are proud of the family atmosphere that the school offers. The School has been officially recognised by the Italian Ministry of Education. Facilities include: * Courtyards and terraces * Self-study centre * Library * Computers * Internet assess for small fee * Message service * Newspapers/magazines * Common room/Lounge with piano and two guitars!

Every month our social programme's organiser arranges social and cultural activities, such as Italian film-shows, lectures and talks on various aspects of Sienese and Italian culture (for example, the history of Siena and the Palio, Italian Opera, music, politics, fashion etc.), excursions to places of relevant cultural interest and guided tours of Siena.