Top Italy Dining Experiences - page 2

Sample food from spots that locals love, and few tourists know about, on this small-group food tour. Head off the tourist trail to visit eateries in Campo de Fiori, the Jewish Ghetto, and Trastevere—including hidden locations you'd otherwise miss out on. As you explore, learn how food plays a part in Roman culture, and enjoy sampling food and wine at various vendors in the city.

Take a break from the bustle of Rome and experience two pillars of Italian cuisine in the peaceful Franscati countryside with this unique day trip. Visit a traditional family-run winery to sample local red and white wines, then learn the secrets to making perfect pasta from scratch during a hands-on lesson. Cap off your visit with dinner featuring your own fresh pasta topped with a traditional Roman sauce.

In a historic residence from the 1800s on a terrace overlooking the Gulf of Sorrento where you will breathe in the smell of the sea together with our history and culinary traditions. A real experience in the preparation of real Neapolitan pizza and fresh homemade pasta respecting the customs and traditions of our traditions, all cooking together with our chef.

Touring the Amalfi Coast only by land means missing some of the best sights it has to offer. This guided boat tour offers the chance to explore the UNESCO-listed coastline from the water, taking in views of secluded beaches and caves, and making some stops for swimming and snorkeling along the way. The tour also includes time to explore the towns of Amalfi and Positano.

Learn to cook delicious Sicilian specialties in a warm and welcoming setting, just steps from the beach and the sea, guided by a professional chef. This experience will make your Sicilian holiday truly unforgettable, letting you savor the authentic flavors and aromas of the island. Begin with a visit to a small local market in Taormina, where you’ll discover fresh, seasonal ingredients and immerse yourself in the vibrant local atmosphere. Then, prepare and enjoy traditional Sicilian dishes with your own hands. Discover ingredients carefully combined to create dishes that are never repetitive and always full of surprises: from the taste of the sea and the mountains, to the sweetness of almonds and ricotta, to the rich flavors of Sicilian olive oil and fresh local produce. Every dish tells the story of the region’s vibrant culinary tradition.

Become immersed in Italian culture as you learn to make traditional dishes during this cooking class in Varenna. This private class takes you to a local home where you can learn all about Italian cooking while making a number of dishes. Learn tricks and tips so you can recreate the dishes at home and sit down to the fruits of your labor paired with local wine.

Learn to create classic dishes of the Lombardy region with a small-group cooking class in Lake Como. A member of the acclaimed Cesarine network of chefs will welcome you into their home for a lesson in Milanese-style cuisine as you help prepare a 3-course menu featuring northern Italian favorites such as a seasonal starter, various kinds of fresh pasta, and a local dessert such as a *torta miascia*, *cutizza* pancake, or tiramisu. When the cooking’s done, sit down with your host and small group to enjoy the homemade meal with wine.

Bologna is famous for its fresh pasta and with this private lesson you'll learn the tricks to turning out flawless tortellini, tagliatelle, and other handmade pastas like a local with a Bolognese home cook. Roll up your sleeves and prepare three traditional types of pasta under the guidance of your host in her home kitchen, then sample your creations at a family-style meal complete with wine.

Nothing says Italy like pizza, pasta, and gelato—but what happens when your vacation ends? Learn how to recreate these quintessential treats during this half-day culinary experience in the Tuscan countryside. Your professional Italian chef provides a fun hands-on cooking lesson that culminates in a 3-course feast of appetizers, pizza or pasta, and gelato, accompanied by wine and beer. Then, receive recipes to take home and practice your newfound skills.

Master the art of making fresh pasta just like Italian grandmothers did with this group cooking class. Your instructors guide you through every step, from preparing various pasta shapes to crafting delectable sauces. No need to bring anything, as all the necessary equipment and ingredients are provided. After cooking, savor your creations over fine Tuscan wine.

Immerse yourself in Italy’s delicious culinary traditions during this half-day, hands-on cooking class. Make your own way to the kitchen space in central Florence, grab an apron, and learn how to make classic pasta dishes. Then, with your professional chef instructor’s guidance, learn how to make gelato with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Finally, sit down to enjoy your meal accompanied by two glasses of wine.

Take part in this experience and discover our farmhouse and our winery. We will start by visiting our Moscato di Trani vineyard a few steps from the property. We will present the peculiar characteristics and history of Apulian viticulture in the Itria Valley. At the end we will taste 4 of our wines and we will tell you their story and how they were born: - "Terra Viva", still red wine of Nero di Troia, IGP Puglia 13% vol .; - "Pietra Viva", still white wine from Verdeca, IGP Valle d'Itria 12% vol .; - "1 ° Luglio", still rosé wine from Nero di Troia grapes, IGP Puglia 12.5% vol .; - "Pietro 60", still dry white wine from Moscato di Trani grapes, IGP Puglia 12.5% vol. We will accompany everything with a taste of our products homemade. We are waiting for you in our farmhouse, we are waiting for you at Trulli il Castagno!

Foodies will love the chance to learn to make some favorite Italian dishes, including pasta from scratch, ravioli, and tiramisu. Immerse yourself in Italian culture through its food, and learn more than you would just by eating these dishes at a restaurant. The group class takes place at a local restaurant, so you can get a behind-the-scenes look at how Italian restaurants run. Every participant gets their own workstation and will sit down at the communal table to eat their delicious creations afterward.

Master the techniques behind two of Italy’s most beloved dishes in a single lesson with this hands-on gelato and pizza workshop in the center of Milan. Join your chef instructor in a downtown cooking studio for a relaxed lesson on how to make authentic pizza from scratch and mix up a batch of creamy gelato like a pro. Cap off your experience by sampling your handiwork over a final tasting.

Sip Tuscan wine in a medieval castle during a tasting session in Montalcino. Hosted by a professional sommelier, the experience ensures you get the lowdown on the wine as you taste it. Enjoy three varietals including a glass of the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, along with local bread or breadsticks and olive oil.

Taste your way through the backstreet bars of Venice—and discover sights and bites you'd be unlikely to find on your own—on this small-group tasting tour. Follow your local guide to a range of bars where Venetians go to drink and mingle. At each stop, sample regional wines alongside plates of the popular Venetian appetizers called cicchetti. Along the way, visit multiple neighborhoods and discover key city landmarks.

Welcome to our family! We are Rocco and Carla, and together with our little helper Alessandro and Mamma Annamaria, we are happy to welcome you for a truly unique experience. The passion for good food and our experience in the world of catering have given life to this project: to combine the love for cooking, family traditions and genuine dishes prepared with the products of our land. Already Papa Beniamino (affectionately called "Bè") in the 1960s delighted guests from all over the world with unforgettable culinary experiences. Since 2019 we have been dedicated full-time to making you feel at home, offering authentic and familiar hospitality. Nothing makes us prouder than sharing our recipes, traditions and love for food, carefully guarding the flavors and memories that represent us

Lecce is famous for its baroque architecture and authentic cuisine. With this cooking class in the heart of the city’s old town, experience the best of both. Meet your hosts at an “osteria” set on one of the most charming lanes in the historic center and discover the secrets to rolling and shaping fresh “orecchiette” pasta, a traditional specialty from Puglia. Then relax over a guided wine tasting paired with regional delicacies.

Cruise out to explore the island of Capri on this full-day tour from Sorrento. Set sail along the Sorrento coast; take in Capri highlights such as the White and Green Grottos and the Faraglioni rocks; then head ashore to dine at a seafront restaurant or enjoy swimming and sunbathing at the island’s beaches.

Take a break from sightseeing and let your hair down in a tipsy cooking class in the heart of Rome. Try your hand at rolling, cutting, and cooking fettuccine pasta and making a traditional carbonara or cacio e pepe sauce, all under the watchful eye of a local chef. Mix three classic Italian spritzes to enjoy while you cook and finish by savoring your own handiwork. For an even more personal experience, upgrade to a private class.

Learn how to make pasta from scratch in this interactive cooking workshop in Rome. See how authentic gelato is made up close, then improve your cooking skills with guidance from a chef. Feel like a professional as you use high-quality tools and ingredients to make your meal. The reward for your hard work is delicious food and unlimited wine.

After sampling delicious pizza and pasta in Rome, make sure you know how to recreate the culinary magic at home. Learn to cook these favorite Italian dishes during a half-day small-group cooking workshop in the Italian capital. Get hands-on instruction from a chef as you prepare the dough and sauces from scratch. Then, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor, paired tiramisu, wine, and limoncello.

There’s no better gift to bring back from Italy than the art of authentic Italian cuisine. Join a local chef in a beautiful citrus grove for this small-group class. Prepare either Naples-style pizza or Sorrento specialties—gnocchi and eggplant Parmesan—then complete your meal with tiramisu, wine, water, a welcome cocktail, and the area’s signature limoncello. For ease, your experience includes round-trip transfers from your Sorrento address.

Learn about Florentine cuisine's history and flavor profiles with this cookery class. See how locals shop at the Central Market to select fresh ingredients and discover produce you might otherwise miss. Then learn to make a classic lasagna and tiramisu, just like nonna. Afterwards, enjoy your meal paired with unlimited Chianti wine, for a more immersive experience than dining out alone.