Top Rome Classes & Workshops

Get ready to immerse yourself in a special experience: in two hours you will learn ravioli and gnocchi just like Italian grandmothers did them, with simple and traditional gestures. A journey with your hands in the dough among the secrets of Italian cuisine, where we will discover together how to cook pasta to perfection, the difference between fresh and dried pasta and many curiosities about Italian culinary traditions. We will also provide you with a reminder of the ingredients and recipes to propose the most authentic dishes in your home, with a genuine flavor. After two hours of creativity and fun, a table is waiting for you with dishes that you have prepared with your own hands, accompanied by a good wine. The meeting will be held in the heart of Rome, in the restaurant I San Pietrini, a stone's throw from St. Peter's Basilica. And so you don't miss a single detail, you'll have a native English translator at your disposal! An unmissable experience that will stimulate your senses and make you discover authentic Italian cuisine

The two dishes that define Roman cuisine are pizza and gelato. Experience both in a small group on this fun evening tour that starts in a historic restaurant and finishes with artisan gelato. Work with a local chef to knead, top, and bake your own pizza, then eat it with rice balls, potato chips, pasta, and focaccia. Finally, discover Trastevere as it comes into its own at night.

Learn to make handmade pasta from scratch and discover my secret family recipe for the perfect Tiramisu. Enjoy learning traditional techniques to make pasta starting from simple flour, shaping it by hand into classic varieties like trofie, busiate, and cavatelli. While sipping a Spritz or a glass of wine, I will also teach you how to whip up an authentic Tiramisu using my family's own recipe. After cooking, we will sit down together on my beautiful terrace to enjoy your creations and spend a wonderful time filled with great food, wine, and lively conversation. My name is Giulia, I was born and raised in Rome, and I absolutely love my city. I chose to live in Garbatella —a unique, charming neighborhood— where I am lucky enough to own a penthouse with a stunning terrace. Together, we will enjoy great company, beautiful views, and good chats. If you're interested, I’d love to share insights into the daily life of modern Romans

This experience is truly special because it invites you to step into the heart and soul of authentic Roman cooking, lovingly passed down by real Roman young grandmother Lidia. Set in a unique, history-filled corner of vibrant Rome, this intimate class is limited to just 6 people, ensuring you receive personal guidance and a genuine connection. Together, we’ll roll up our sleeves and create fresh, handmade pasta from scratch, all while enjoying a traditional Roman aperitivo paired with exquisite Italian wines that will delight your senses. I’m genuinely excited to welcome you, share stories, laughter, and unforgettable flavors - and create memories that will stay with you long after the last bite. I can’t wait to meet you and cook together!

Solve your "what to do in Rome" dilemma with this intimate 12-person, pasta-making class—great for lunch or dinner. At a local’s home, learn to craft authentic tagliatelle, cavatelli with four-cheese sauce, and tiramisu, under expert family guidance. Enjoy included alcoholic beverages appropriate for guests 18 and older, and take home skills to recreate true Italian cuisine with genuine Roman hospitality.

During the workshop you will discover the authentic traditions of Roman home cooking. I will teach you how to cook two classic recipes from my family: semolina gnocchi and meatballs with sauce, just like my grandmother makes them! We will do every preparation step together and you can easily replicate everything we cooked together at home. Please let me know in advance of any intolerances or food preferences. - For this menu it is not possible to request an entirely vegetarian version, in any case the gnocchi and sauces do not contain traces of meat; - It is possible to request a lactose-free menu; - There is no menu for celiacs;

Head to the home of a real Italian Nonna for a private, 3-hour cooking class full of local flavors and family recipes. Soak up 50 years of culinary experience from your host Paola, as you learn how to create much-loved Roman dishes like deep-fried zucchini flowers, gnocchi with ragu sauce, and an Italian meatloaf. Enjoy a lively home-from-home atmosphere surrounded by Paola’s family and dog, Charlie.

The art of Italian cuisine is the ultimate souvenir from your Rome vacation. Learn family recipes that have helped one restaurant flourish in Trastevere for more than 100 years during this small-group cooking class. Prepare fettuccine ribbons, gnocchi dumplings, and, of course, Italy’s favorite tiramisu. Along the way, enjoy your choice of two prestige Italian wines, either red or white. A downloadable recipe booklet ensures your skills translate back home.

Don't just enjoy classic Italian food during your time in Rome—learn how to master it yourself during this hands-on, small-group cooking class. As evening approaches, head to the centrally located kitchen facilities, and get ready to roll up your sleeves. With a chef as your guide, learn to prepare classic pastas such as fettuccine and ravioli, and even make tiramisu for dessert. Then, enjoy your feast together.

Go beyond the usual Italian cooking classes during a unique dessert class in Rome inside a real professional pastry lab. This is where Italian chefs create wedding cakes, tarts, and classic sweets—now it’s your turn to learn from the masters. Perfect for pastry lovers, this hands-on experience teaches you how to make gelato, tiramisu, and cannoli from scratch. Pick up culinary secrets and pro tips along the way. Enjoy your creations on the spot or take them with you to savor later.

Enjoy a sensory journey in this extra virgin olive oil class located in central Rome. Discover the subtleties of different extra virgin olive oil varieties while learning to tell a quality oil apart from a substandard one. Gain insight about Italy’s olive-growing heritage and the health benefits and medicinal qualities of extra virgin olive oil in this 1.5-hour guided experience.

Pasta is one of Italy’s most iconic ingredients and has become a staple of Italian cuisine. In this small-group cooking class, discover how to make authentic pasta and rich traditional gelato from scratch. Learn the best types of flour to use, and which pasta shapes work best with which sauces, all the while sipping on some prosecco and a selection of local wines.

A crafting class is a great way to try out a new hobby while also creating a unique souvenir to remember your trip. Learn about the art of crafting stained glass pendants on this private course, located in a central spot near the Botanical Garden in the district of Trastevere.

Cooking classes are an ideal way to learn about Italian culture, but some just keep you inside a kitchen where you’re unable to experience the attractions. This combo experience starts with a guided walking tour of landmarks including the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. Next, head to a local kitchen where you learn to whip up an authentic 3-course meal under the guidance of a professional chef.

Enjoy a more local and immersive food experience in Rome than you could get otherwise, all thanks to this small-group, family-friendly cooking class. Begin by browsing for fresh ingredients at a local market before learning to make classic pasta dishes, such as fettuccine, cavatelli, and ravioli, as well as a traditional antipasto and pasta sauces. Cap off your meal with a delicious homemade tiramisu, plus wine to go with.

Are you a wine enthusiast? Are you also curious to learn abut a culture through its culinary traditions? This experience puts the best of both worlds together! Under the careful instructions of our expert guides, allow yourself to travel back in time, into an Italian grandmother's kitchen and learn the techniques and secrets behind some of the most popular dishes the country has to offer: fresh fettuccine, soft gnocchi and delicious, rich tiramisù. Put your apron and chefs hat on and have fun with this entertaining, hands-on experience all while learning some of the local history and the family story. Once the cooking is over, it's time to sit down, relax and enjoy the delicious dishes paired with two of Italy's best wines, at your choice, between the famous Amarone or Barolo if you prefer a strong red or perhaps a refreshing Pinot Grigio or Cardonnay suits you better, whichever the choices, we're ready to serve. Take home with you our family recipes and a proud certificate!

Learn the culinary secrets of a real Roman chef during a fun and delicious cooking class in a home kitchen. Get hands-on instruction in whipping up classic Italian dishes such as fresh homemade ravioli, fettuccine, gnocchi and tiramisu. After the lesson, sit down to enjoy your authentic, made-from-scratch dinner along with Italian wine. Make new friends in an intimate, small-group setting and get a copy of the day’s recipes so you can bring a taste of Italy back home.

The Rome area has lots of cooking class options, but many of them involve cooking meat-heavy dishes and only accommodate vegetarians as an afterthought, if at all. This small-group cooking experience is different, and focuses entirely on vegetarian dishes so that you can learn how to cook tasty cuisine that’s entirely free of meat.

Forget the crowded tour buses and the heat of the Roman streets. Experience the Eternal City like a true Hollywood star of the golden age. This isn't just a tour; it’s an immersive, private journey through history, style, and Italian elegance. The Experience: Whisk through the cobblestone alleys of Trastevere and pull up in front of the Colosseum in a perfectly restored, mint-condition vintage Fiat 500. Your private driver and professional photographer will guide you to Rome’s most iconic viewpoints and hidden architectural gems that larger vehicles simply cannot reach.

Capture your memories of Rome in a more creative way on this child-friendly art tour. Instead of rushing between landmarks, take time to sketch or paint your favorite monuments while hearing stories about the city’s history from a local guide. Pause for authentic Italian coffee along the way and finish with a special treat for kids—leaving you with new insights and a handmade souvenir of your trip.

Arts and crafts lovers can join this mosaic-making workshop in Trastevere. Enter a mosaic laboratory near the Botanical Garden and meet the talented artist who will lead you through creating your very own mosaic masterpiece to treasure. Select your design, grab the tools, and let your creativity flow under Nadia's expert guidance. Your finished mosaic will be carefully set in a box for you to take home after curing.

Savor fine wines and relish a delicious dinner in a warm, candlelit atmosphere in an ancient Roman cellar tucked away in Pigneto with a rich history. Once a Roman quarry and WWII shelter, this hidden gem now hosts tastings of local and sparkling wines paired with gourmet bites—an evening rich in flavor, history, and atmosphere.

Kick off your day in Rome by learning how to make fresh pasta from scratch and other beloved specialties with this hands-on cooking class. Join your instructor and small group for a tour of the local market to pick up seasonal ingredients, then head to the teaching kitchen to get to work. Pick up tips and techniques for preparing two types of fresh pasta and sauces, starters, and even tiramisù. Then sample your handiwork over lunch, paired with Italian wine.

This that we propose is a tough session for people who want to try life and the real training of the real gladiators of 2000 years ago. It will be possible to try combat with sword and shield, net and trident, all in safety and strict discipline. A unique experience in the world, in a real arena. We provide clothing and accessories for body and hand protection.