Top Lake Como Pasta Making Classes in 2026

Make two fresh pasta dishes by hand during a small-group cooking class in Varenna, Lake Como. You’ll skip the impersonal feel of a larger cooking class, and rustle up creations in the home of a local, who is part of the Cesarine network of Italian home cooks. Prepare and eat pasta and a tiramisu as you learn about the wider Lombardy region in the best place — an Italian home kitchen.

Italy’s most iconic dish by far is pasta, and with this hands-on cooking class, you can discover the secrets to turning out fresh pasta dishes like an authentic Italian “nonna” with a local chef. Learn how to prepare and roll out the “sfoglia”, or sheet of pasta, and then cut or shape it to suit your sauce. Once both pasta and sauce are ready, relax over lunch to enjoy what you’ve prepared.

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.

Discover the culinary side of Como–and learn new skills–in this small-group cooking class. Step inside the home of a local chef, discover traditional Italian cooking techniques, and sample new flavors and ingredients you might otherwise have missed. Make two traditional pasta dishes and a tiramisu dessert from scratch and enjoy them with a glass or two of Prosecco along the way.

Connect with a passionate home cook in Varenna on Lake Como to discover the secrets to making flawless pasta and authentic tiramisù from scratch. Join your host in her home kitchen to hone your skills at rolling and shaping fresh pasta and assembling luscious tiramisù, then relax over lunch or dinner to sample your handiwork served with local wines and Italian espresso.

Discover the art of homemade ravioli in a hands-on cooking class in Lake Como, one of Italy’s most breathtaking destinations. This immersive experience takes you inside a local kitchen, where a skilled Italian cook will guide you through the secrets of fresh pasta-making. You’ll learn how to: *Mix and knead perfect pasta dough *Prepare authentic regional fillings *Shape and seal classic ravioli *Cook and plate your handmade pasta While your ravioli is being prepared, enjoy a small aperitivo as your host shares insights into Lake Como’s culinary traditions and local ingredients. Once everything is ready, sit down to enjoy your freshly made ravioli, served with a delicious traditional sauce and paired with a glass of fine regional wine—the perfect complement to your homemade Italian masterpiece. Join us for an unforgettable pasta-making experience in beautiful Lake Como!

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 local host. 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. This experience is held by Cesarine, the oldest Italy’s network of home cooks available in more than 500 cities all over the country. Cesarine stands for "home cook", they are passionate and welcoming local hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. The Cesarine serve only local specialties from their family cookbooks to tell the great story of their traditional regional cuisine.

What makes this experience truly special is the guidance of a private local chef with a complete professional background in Italian food and wine culture. The class takes place in a private home surrounded by nature, nestled in a secluded forest with panoramic views over Lake Como. An intimate setting where cuisine, landscape, and authentic Italian hospitality come together

Use your time in Como to learn more about wine with a sommelier-led tasting session in the heart of the city. Taking place in an elegant wine shop near Como old town, the wine tasting includes plenty of samples along with all the information you need about each varietal. Nice touch: The group is limited to just 12 people for a more sociable and intimate experience.

Learn how to cook typical Italian dishes like a real Nonna at a private cooking class held in the home of a local chef. Make fresh pasta and a delicious sauce, and prepare a starter using seasonal vegetables and local produce. For pudding, create a traditional dessert such as tiramisu, then sit down around the table to eat what you’ve created. Round off your meal with a glass of local wine or a coffee.

This small-group cooking class in Bellagio teaches you to prepare Italian specialities in a hilltop restaurant overlooking Lake Como. Meet your guide outside Banca Intesa Sanpaolo and enjoy a short transfer in a distinctive van to the cooking location. With a local chef's guidance, learn to make ravioli, tagliatelle, and a dessert such as tiramisu. The class includes tickets to visit the botanical gardens of nearby Villa Melzi.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Italian culinary tradition at Nenè Kitchen, located in the picturesque setting of Bellagio. This immersive cooking experience invites you to create fresh pasta, risotto or traditional desserts using seasonal ingredients. Guided by passionate chefs, you will discover the secrets of authentic Italian cuisine while enjoying a glass of wine. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, perfect for sharing laughter and delicious dishes with other participants.

Join an exclusive pasta, bruschetta & tiramisu cooking class inside the Liberty-style Villa Bernasconi on Lake Como. Cook in a historic art atelier and enjoy your meal with local wine. What makes this class unique is the blend of cuisine, culture, and hospitality: you knead the dough yourself and discover the secrets of simple cooking alongside others who—like you—are here to have fun, not just learn a recipe. Please, specify nationality and food preferences. Each experience takes place in authentic, striking locations across Ticino—spaces with real character that make every gathering unique. And if you prefer, we can bring the experience to you: KIMA is mobile, so we travel with everything needed to create that same magic anywhere. You'll leave with more than a recipe: memories of laughter, hands-on cooking, and new friendships—whether traveling, with family, or with colleagues. Book your spot and discover Ticino... one pasta dish at a time.

Join a shared cooking class at a local's home and discover the secrets of Italy's most famous dishes while savoring your creations paired with local wines. Your host will guide you through preparing three authentic recipes, providing all the necessary ingredients and utensils. After cooking, enjoy the meal you've made, complemented by red and white wines. This experience offers the chance to enjoy traditional Italian food, learn regional recipes, and connect with a welcoming family. Cesarine, Italy's oldest network of over 1000 home cooks across 500+ cities, offers immersive culinary experiences rooted in family traditions and local specialties.

Get off the tourist track on this private, half-day cooking workshop. Enjoy a fully bespoke experience in the home of a Lake Como local as you master recipes for three different pasta dishes. Then, sit down to enjoy your freshly-cooked meal, paired with red and white wines from regional cellars.

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If there’s one dish everyone wishes they could bring home from Italy, it’s fresh egg pasta, a northern Italian signature. Learn how to mix, roll, cut, and cook your own fresh pasta alongside a local chef in a hotel kitchen or another location near Bellagio—then eat it for lunch or dinner along with wine and coffee or tea. With numbers capped at just 10 travelers, you’re sure to master the tricks of the trade.