Top Puglia Classes & Workshops - page 5

An authentic experience with a local woman,producer of agricultural products.You will learn everything about traditional food and passion

Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other travelers, and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class in Alberobello. Visit the vibrant local market with your host, who will teach you how to select the best ingredients based on the seasons. Then, learn how to make a type of pasta and classic tiramisu. Discover regional Italian gastronomy and enjoy the meal with local wines.

Wine tasting and driving really don’t mix. Leave Puglia’s country lanes to your chauffeur on this small-group wine-tasting tour, capped at just a few travelers for a more intimate experience. Over the course of the day, enjoy a wine tasting at a premium winery, and sample nibbles such as “taralli”, the region’s answer to the pretzel. For ease, your driver collects and drops at your door.

The chance to learn about the secrets of Apulian cuisine in a historic Apulian farmhouse, a place immersed in nature.

The logistics of getting between Puglia’s top sights can be tricky, and slow trains and confusing roads can eat hours out of your days. Optimize your time and cover several A-list destinations, plus enjoy a cooking class on this 4-day sightseeing tour. Stay overnight in a charming bed-and-breakfast in seaside Bari, venturing out each day with a professional guide to explore such regional highlights as Alberobello, the Gargano National Park, the UNESCO-listed Shrine of Saint Michael, and Matera or the Monti Dauni peaks. Cap off the tour with a home cooking class, where you’ll learn to prepare classic Puglian dishes using fresh local ingredients.

Enjoy an immersive culinary experience in the home of a local in this private cooking class. Learn the secrets to making some of Brindisi’s most famous dishes then enjoy the results of your hard work by sitting down to a meal accompanied by a glass of local wine.

Immerse yourself in local culture as you prepare a traditional Italian meal under the guidance of a Cesarina—an Italian certified home cook. Meet your host at their home in Ostuni, get hands-on in the kitchen as you make three regional dishes, and pick up tips and techniques to help you recreate them back home. Finally, join your host for a delicious lunch or dinner, accompanied by Italian wines.

Nothing embodies the “la dolce vita” vibe of Puglia like the “aperitivo”, a pre-dinner cocktail hour marked by finger food, light cocktails and wine, and conversation. Experience this beloved ritual firsthand with this authentic aperitivo experience with a local host in Bari. Learn how to assemble a spread of Puglian snacks and mix up a Spritz cocktail so you can recreate this uniquely Italian experience at home.

Don’t let Italy’s cuisine be a travel memory. With this private cooking class, you’ll take Italian flavor home with you. In the home of a local chef (or “cesarina”), you’ll learn how to make three types of fresh pasta—all paired with local wines, of course. An immersive travel experience and a chance to stretch your cooking skills, it’ll also be one of the most memorable dinners you have in Lecce.

Learn how to cook authentic Italian pasta from scratch in the real home of a Fasano local. This cookery experience takes place in the kitchen of an excellent local cook. Follow their guidance and prepare a meal followed by traditional tiramisu, then taste the dishes for yourself around the family table, along with a glass or two of locally-made wine.

Swap crowded cooking classes for an intimate alternative—a private experience with just your personal group and your cooking teacher. Taking place in the beautiful city of Bari, your teacher shows you the secrets of how to make both pasta and tiramisu from scratch. Then, to end the experience on a high—you can feast on your culinary creations with wine to accompany them.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 2 authentic regional pasta recipes and of the iconic tiramisu. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

What makes this experience truly special is its authentic connection to the land and people of Puglia. You won’t just taste wines — you’ll live their story. Each step reveals the craftsmanship and passion behind 16 premium labels, guided by experts who share generations of winemaking knowledge. The underground barrel cellar, with over 600 oak barriques, offers a rare glimpse into the art of aging, while the Santa Rosa Vineyard invites you to walk among the vines and feel the rhythm of nature. From the elegant tasting room to the handpicked local pairings, every detail reflects the estate’s dedication to excellence, authenticity, and sensory harmony. It’s not just a visit — it’s a journey into the soul of Apulia, where tradition, flavor, and beauty come together in every glass.

Every region of Italy has its own distinct cuisine and this private cooking experience focuses on the delectable dishes of Otranto. Meet your local host and learn to cook a variety of dishes from the region from start to finish. Then, sit down to a delicious meal paired with local wines and great conversation.

In addition to learning how to make fresh orecchiette pasta with a local grandmother, you will enjoy a complete gastronomic experience. During dinner, you will taste typical local products such as crunchy frise, local cheeses, delicious panzerotti, and of course the orecchiette you prepared together. Everything is accompanied by three glasses of local wine, for a true journey into the flavors of Salento.

This experience offers a genuine and traditional introduction to Apulian cuisine in a warm family atmosphere. Unlike standard tourist cooking classes, guests will learn authentic handmade pasta techniques directly inspired by local traditions while enjoying a relaxed countryside setting near Ostuni.

History, culture, food and wine, territory... this is an immersive and sensorial experience like no other, just a few minutes' drive from Lecce. We will open the doors of our historic home surrounded by nature to take you on an in-depth journey into the history of the local community and the food and wine excellences of Salento. We will immerse ourselves together in ancient times, pampered by food, wine and the telling of peasant stories and legends. We will visit historic vineyards and observe the rich spontaneous flora, on a sensorial and gustatory journey.

Learn to shop and cook like the Baresi have for generations with a passional home cook in Bari. Join your host for a stroll through the local market to learn how to choose the best fresh fish and other seasonal ingredients. Then head to their kitchen for a hands-on lesson to make pasta and tiramisù from scratch. Cap off your time together by sampling the dishes you’ve prepared, paired with local wines.

an original and fun way to explore with your senses the best Puglia of excellent products thanks to careful gastronomic research and comfortably seated at the table you will have at your disposal a certified taster who will explain the secrets of the product: no more ignorant tastings! You will be welcomed in a friendly, welcoming and private space that is a real gastronomic lounge, in which to live an exciting and memorable experience dedicated to you (the products tasted vary depending on the season and availability) listen to the stories of the products and learn to recognize a good product while also appreciating the elements of the landscape from which it comes, thanks to the presence of two small olfactory libraries, a photographic hive and other play tools you'll be in the city centre and it'll be easy to get to the Tasting Lab you will have fun with unusual combinations between everyday products (such as oil and fruit) understanding how to repurpose them in your kitchen

Discover the art of Apulian cooking in a hands-on class led by a local chef in the heart of Lecce, one of southern Italy’s most charming foodie destinations. Learn how to make fresh handmade ravioli, fettuccine, and classic tiramisu from scratch using high-quality local ingredients. Enjoy a fun and engaging experience with expert guidance, fine local wine and soft drinks in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With small group sizes, you’ll enjoy a more personal and memorable experience, so be sure to reserve your spot. Along the way, hear the stories and traditions behind the dishes you’re preparing, take home authentic Italian cooking techniques to share with friends and family. After the class, sit down and enjoy the delicious dishes you’ve created together paired with local wine, ending your experience on a sweet Italian note with homemade tiramisu. You’ll also receive the recipes so you can recreate everything at home and relive your unforgettable Lecce culinary experience.

We'll show you how to make the perfect pasta: no machine, just your hands, with simple ingredients and lots of love. You will learn to create the perfect dough that gives life to a unique fresh pasta. If you have the curiosity and desire to discover a typical food of the Apulian gastronomic tradition, this is the right experience for you. Learn while having fun, and bring Puglia to the table!

Are you the sporty one in the group and want to feel confident? Leave your worries at home: all you need are your shoes! You won’t risk getting lost or running out of water. Are you with family and want to enjoy the vacation without missing out? Choose an early morning slot and experience your sporty adventure among the trulli while everyone else is still asleep, so you’ll return full of energy for the rest of the day! A certified buddy coach will guide you through the trulli of Alberobello and the Valle d’Itria, surrounded by olive trees and authentic landscapes, giving you complete freedom and safety. Enjoy the sunrise or sunset worry-free… we’ll take care of the rest! Every day ➡️ Book your active experience, from running and power walking to hikes or running technique sessions, and discover Puglia in a unique way!

Led by your private professional chef, this hands-on experience will introduce you to the authentic flavors, techniques, and traditions of Southern Italian cooking. Using fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients, you’ll learn how to prepare classic regional dishes while discovering the secrets behind Apulia’s famous food culture.

This experience stands out thanks to the presence of an AIS-certified sommelier who professionally guides each tasting, offering structured explanations and expert wine pairings. Unlike standard wine tours, this experience combines cultural storytelling with a refined sensory journey through carefully selected Apulian wines and local specialties. The small-group format ensures a more personal atmosphere, meaningful interaction, and a deeper understanding of Bari’s wine and culinary traditions.