Top Lombardy Dining Experiences - page 2

Discover the enchanting beauty of Lake Como from a unique perspective. Enjoy an exclusive picnic with curated selection of dishes from local farm. Immerse yourself in an aesthetic and gastronomic journey. The uniqueness of the activity in a hidden tranquil place with stunning views of the lake, this is qualitatively different from the lake embankment with crowds of tourists. Also a gastronomic experience with the opportunity to try traditional northern cuisine in a unique setting.

Need a break from Milan — Come to the largest Wine Area in the World for Pinot Nero see the Grapes Waking its spring . It is Real Italy Small Bespoke Tours & every one is different ! Meet & Greet at a central point Milano Centrale Train Station. Easy! 45 minutes by train from Milano Centrale, you can escape to Oltrepò Pavese, one of Italy’s best-kept wine secrets. Think rolling vineyards, cosy wine cellars, zero crowds, and seriously good Pinot Nero. With WingsItaly this wine tasting experience is all about relaxing, laughing, sight seeing ,drinking great wine, and living your best Italian life It’s countryside charm, local flavours, and unforgettable memories -all wrapped into one delicious day trip. Bonus Experiences (Optional but Awesome) • Bottle your own wine (yes, you take it home!) • Italian Cooking lessons real fun with a real Italian Nonna (on request, subject to availability, quoted separately) Do not worry if it s raining, we have a cosy chalet full of wine

Be welcomed into a local home and connect with hosts in Desenzano del Garda with this exclusive home cooking demonstration and either lunch or dinner. Gather in your host’s kitchen to watch as they prepare a variety of traditional dishes, then feast on four courses served family-style and paired with regional wines. Make new friends and go beyond Lake Garda’s sights while learning about the local cuisine.

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 experience takes place at Casa di Alessio, a real Milan home, not a studio or a cooking school. You’re invited into a lived-in apartment where I host small groups (max 8 guests) for a relaxed, personal evening focused on sharing food, conversation, and time together. There’s no formal teaching style or performance, it's just a genuine Italian home cooking experience. You can actively cook handmade ravioli and tiramisù from scratch, or simply enjoy watching, tasting, and being part of the moment. The atmosphere is intentionally slow and social, more like being welcomed as a guest at a dinner table than attending a class. Everything happens in Cimiano, a quiet residential neighbourhood away from tourist areas, offering a more authentic side of Milan most visitors never see. It’s not about learning techniques — it’s about living an evening the Italian way: around a table, with good food, wine, and conversation.

Don't waste your time trying to find the best Italian restaurant in Milan; instead, get your hands dirty and learn to make authentic recipes alongside an expert. Visit a typical street market to learn about choosing the freshest fruits, vegetables, and fish, and sample cheese, ham, and salami, while you purchase ingredients. Head to the chef’s home, receive a welcome drink, and begin your Italian cooking lesson. End the experience by eating your creations with Italian wine.

Don’t just sample Italian fare on your travels—take the art of melt-in-your-mouth Italian pasta home with you. With this cooking class, you’ll sit down with a local chef to prepare fresh, hand-made pasta stuffed with meat or vegetables, perfect an herb-forward sauce, and even master traditional cocktail recipes from Italy. Once the flour is put away, relax over your creations, savoring your new-found skills.

Food lovers won’t want to miss this hands-on, private cooking lesson at a local home in Bergamo. Sip Prosecco as you chat with your host, then learn to prepare pasta or pizza dishes, before tucking into the fruits of your labor as part of a three-course menu plus liqueur and coffee for an intimate and informative experience few travelers get to enjoy.

Northern Italy is known for its pre-dinner aperitivo tradition. Join a small group and become immersed in the Milanese lifestyle as you search for the best drinks and snacks. Stroll through the Navigli neighborhood, known for its bar-lined canals, and get to know more about the city from your host.

Learn to create Italy’s most beloved dishes in a hands-on cooking experience in Milan. Go beyond dining out as you prepare fresh pasta and tiramisu using traditional techniques and ingredients. This experience offers practical skills, cultural insight, and a rewarding way to connect with Italian cuisine that you can recreate long after your trip.

Pasta lovers—prepare to be amazed! This pasta-making class at a Cesarina’s home is the perfect way to learn new skills and taste incredible food too. Enjoy direct access to your teacher for questions during this small-group lesson. Learn the secrets of the region’s most loved pasta dishes, and make three recipes. The best thing about the experience is that you get to eat the food at the end with wine included.

Break up your Milan sightseeing and tap into Italy's culinary culture during this exclusive hands-on cooking class held in the private kitchen of a local chef. Choose your 3-course menu from options spanning the Italian peninsula, then get to work preparing dishes such as lasagna, eggplant parmesan, and tiramisù from scratch. Finally, sit down with your new friends to enjoy your homemade lunch or dinner accompanied by Italian wine.

Italian wine is renowned across the world and this wine tasting experience gives you a small taste of what to expect on your trip. Head to a traditional wine bar, located in the heart of Milan, and learn about the Italian winemaking tradition from a sommelier. Then, enjoy a sample of red, white, and sparkling wine served with local appetizers.

Discover the secrets to authentic Italian cuisine with this hands-on cooking class hosted by a home cook in Bergamo. Join your instructor in their kitchen to prepare two types of fresh pasta from scratch plus create a traditional tiramisù for dessert. Pick up tips and techniques from your host to recreate these crowd-pleasing classics at home and sample your handiwork over a celebratory meal at the end of the lesson.

Italian cuisine is famous around the world, but getting a home-cooked meal in Italy takes insider connections. With this exclusive experience, be welcomed like a family friend by a local host for a cooking demonstration and festive meal. Watch as your host prepares a variety of beloved family recipes to learn how to recreate them at home, then feast on a four-course lunch or dinner paired with regional wines.

Experience the stunning views from atop the Swiss Alps and enjoy the beauty of Lake Como on this SMALL-GROUP full-day tour from Milan. Stop in a historic and charming village on the lakefront—and later enjoy your meal in Italy through Tirano with a stop for your lunch. Ride the Bernina Train up glaciers and into the Swiss Alps. Hop off to enjoy the summit views and then explore the well-known mountain resort of St Moritz.

Get an intimate view of Bergamo culture by learning to prepare regional cuisine from a local home cook. This private cooking class takes place in your instructor’s home, where you will learn to make three different local specialties, including a pasta dish, appetizer, and a dessert such as Sbrisolona cake or Tiramisu. When the cooking is done, you’ll enjoy a meal of what you made, along with a glass of local wine.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic Pavia recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Enjoy the treats and delicious local specialities of Lake Como on a food tour that explores the produce and recipes of this special northern region of Italy. Visit authentic bars and restaurants like a local, and find hidden gems where local food is served alongside regional wine and beer. Learn how the foods you try are made, and see picturesque views of Como.

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.

This small-group experience introduces you to Lugana wine, a very popular Italian wine made on the southern coast of Lake Garda. As you taste different wines, you'll learn about the history of the winery; its production methods; and the difference between the various vineyards from which it harvests its grapes. Wines are accompanied by snacks and you'll also have the chance to visit the vineyards.

Learn to make an authentic Italian pizza with the benefit of a hands-on cooking class in Milan. Discover the art of perfecting your pizza dough and how to choose combinations of toppings for your pizza. Afterward, enjoy a meal of the pizza made during the class accompanied by wine, beer, or soft drinks. You can also receive online support from the chef and access the updated video course later when preparing pizza at home.

Explore Milan’s top attractions on a walking tour. Led by a guide, save precious time with skip-the-line entry to the Duomo di Milano, Italy’s largest church, and see Leonardo da Vinci's ‘The Last Supper’. Discover the city’s famous plazas, stroll through the fashion district, and check out popular spots with the locals. Numbers are limited to keep the experience as intimate as possible.

Embark on a journey through top wines and Champagnes without having to leave beautiful Como with this guided tasting in the heart of the old town. Sip a variety of prestigious white, red, and sparkling labels and learn about their terroir and producers from your sommelier host at a local wine shop, plus sample a variety of local gourmet specialties from cheeses to charcuterie paired with each glass.