Top Brescia Classes & Workshops

Discover the passion of Italian cuisine in a unique course at Elena's home, immersed in Mediterranean tradition. In three hours, learn how to make fresh pasta such as spaghetti alla chitarra and tagliatelle, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. With a passion for vegetables and vegetarian food, Elena will guide you in creating delicious sauces, enriched with tomatoes and basil, My Saves ingredients! End the experience with a typical dessert, such as tiramisu or semifreddo all'amaretto, reviving grandmother's recipes. At the end you will enjoy all the dishes prepared with a glass of good local wine. An unmissable opportunity for those who love good food.

During this experience, you'll have the opportunity to taste our extra virgin olive oil, produced with passion and care by us and embodying the flavors and characteristics of Lake Garda. We'll begin the oil tasting by sharing the history of the estate, our family's passion for cultivation, and the various olive varieties we grow and which produce our special oil. We'll continue with a tour of the olive grove, where you'll enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Garda and the Rocca di Manerba. You'll embark on a sensory journey, tasting our olive oil paired with artisanal bread, an invitation to a more elaborate experience with a sampling of lake fish and rustic cuisine with vegetables, along with a charcuterie board and a selection of high-quality cheeses that pair perfectly with our Millefiori honey. Of course, we won't forget the wine, with options of Lugana and Chiaretto Biologico, at our discretion.

Dive into Italian gastronomy during your vacation in the Lake Garda area with this private cooking class. Head to your host’s home and learn to prepare several iconic Italian dishes from scratch, including fresh pasta. Then, enjoy the fruits of your labor paired with a selection of red and white wines.

Experience the authentic essence of Franciacorta with an exclusive journey through a winery where nature and tradition meet. Just steps from Lake Iseo, you will start with an immersive walk in the "vineyard-collection" to discover the biodiversity and the unique lake-breeze microclimate that makes this terroir world-famous. The heart of the tour takes you inside a charming 1940s cellar. Among fermentation tanks and long underground corridors, you will witness the meticulous Traditional Method—a process of patience and precision, from gentle pressing to long bottle aging. The highlight is a curated sensory tasting: explore three premium labels, each revealing a different side of the winery’s identity. To complete the experience, the wines are served with local delicacies like Grana Padano DOP and artisanal snacks. An intimate escape designed for those seeking quality and a deep connection with the land.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Learn time-tested local recipes you can reuse back home during this three-hour cooking workshop, which takes place in an authentic Italian home. First, watch a hands-on demonstration of three different recipes from the region. Then, put your lessons to the test in your own personal cooking station. All private classes include a sit-down meal, a selection of red and white wines, and two take-home souvenir gifts.

Prepare to take immense pleasure in astounding their guests with a blend of traditional recipes infused with a touch of creativity. Learn new recipes, spanning from appetizers to desserts. To truly comprehend the magic of their cooking, one must experience it firsthand. What to Expect: • Hands-on training from a professional local chef • Learn new cooking techniques that can easily be repeated at home • Discover new traditions and learn historical tips about Italy's unique cuisine

Discover the elegance of Franciacorta with a private winery tour and tasting. Sip two premium DOCG wines paired with local cured meats and cheeses, and explore the vineyards that define this iconic Italian wine region. Family-friendly experience, veggie options available

Step inside an exclusive boutique craft brewery near Desenzano del Garda for an intimate, small-group tasting experience. This hidden gem offers a direct, personal look at where premium raw ingredients are transformed into authentic, small-batch beers. Breathe in the intense, earthy aromas of roasted malts and fresh hops as you walk among the active fermentation tanks. You will even get the rare chance to climb the stairs and peer directly inside the vats where the magic is bubbling—a hands-on, authentic perspective that large-scale commercial tours simply cannot provide. After the close-up view of the tanks, the focus shifts entirely to your palate. Our passionate brewing expert will guide you through a curated tasting of four distinct craft beers. Experience the crisp clarity of a traditional blonde or the complex layers of an audacious Belgian-style brew, each showcasing its unique style.

What makes our experience truly special is the personal connection with the winemaker, who accompanies you throughout the vineyard and cellar, sharing deep knowledge of the Valtènesi region and its native Groppello grape. Unlike standard tastings, this is an immersive journey from vine to glass, culminating in a guided tasting of four Valtènesi DOC wines in a charming garden with panoramic views. You’ll also enjoy estate-produced extra virgin olive oil and a selection of authentic local specialties. The relaxed, intimate setting, direct interaction with the producer, and beautiful landscape make this a memorable and enriching experience for wine lovers seeking something genuine and off the beaten path.