Top Venice Food & Drink Classes

Italy is famous for its incredible cuisine, and this private tour in Venice lets you learn to cook from a sailor turned chef. Discover cherished recipes from a family with a traditional restaurant and winemaking history. Start by exploring the Rialto Market to learn about fresh ingredients, then enjoy a hands-on cooking class at home.

Get a taste of authentic Venetian life with a private culinary experience that starts at the local Rialto Market. Overcome the language barrier with your guide and select fresh ingredients for a cookery class in a historic local home. Craft traditional Venetian pasta and a sumptuous dessert, then sit down and savor your creations.

Discover the culinary traditions of Venice–and learn far more than by sitting in a restaurant–on this small-group cooking class led by a local chef. Roll up your sleeves, prepare pasta from scratch, and create tiramisu using time-honored Venetian techniques. Work with fresh ingredients, try flavors you might otherwise have missed, and hear plenty of stories about the local food scene while sipping unlimited prosecco along the way.

Meet your host, Massimo, for a fun and informative private cooking class. Shop for ingredients at the Mercato di Rialto (if option selected), then head back to Massimo’s for a lesson in Italian cuisine. Learn to prepare dishes from the Veneto region and make homemade pasta and focaccia bread from scratch. After the lesson, enjoy the meal you’ve prepared together.

Food enthusiasts—make the most of your time in Venice with a market tour and cooking class combination. Everything you need—ingredients and equipment—is provided, so all you need to do is show up and have fun. Start by exploring the vibrant Rialto Market, then dive into a hands-on cooking session to master authentic Venetian recipes. Best of all, savor your creations at the end of the class. Note that hotel pick-up and drop off are not included.

There’s no better souvenir to bring back from Italy than new pasta-making knowledge. Join a small group at a central Venice cooking school, and learn how to prepare two types of fresh pasta from scratch, as well as two sauces, all with help from your professional chef guide. Then, sample Tuscan wines, create your own gelato flavor, and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Dive into the heart of Venetian culinary tradition with a hands-on cooking class led by an expert local chef. In a small group, master the art of crafting fresh pasta, including stuffed varieties, paired with flavorful seasonal sauces, and end on a sweet note by creating the classic Veneto dessert, Tiramisù. Enjoy local wine as you cook in this magical city where food, history, and culture unite.

Taste your way through the canal city on a street food tour of Venice. Meander through the Floating City without having to navigate or overcome the language barrier in a small group that guarantees personalized attention. Pass top sights such as Rialto Market and the Grand Canal, while you savor Venetian specialties including cicchetti (small plates), buranelli (butter cookies), and much more.

Indulge in a delightful 3.5-hour adventure during this market and cooking us in Venice with a local Venetian host. Gather insights into the art of pasta-making and learn insider tips and tricks. Armed with the provided recipes, you will learn how to whip up a delectable pasta meal for your loved ones anytime you wish. Enjoy the relaxing ambiance and youthful vibe, uplifted by the beats of good music and delicious local wine.

There’s much more to Italian food than pizza and pasta, and this Venice tasting tour offers a delicious introduction to Venetian cuisine. Get an insider’s perspective on where to drink and dine in the city, and sample an array of local specialties including fresh seafood, homemade gelato, traditional Venetian cookies, and regional wines.

Experience the authentic side of Venetian culture and cuisine far from the crowds with this local-led market tour and cooking class. Join a native Venetian to browse the market stalls for ingredients, then roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking class in your host's home kitchen. Learn to prepare a number of traditional dishes from Veneto then enjoy the fruit of your labors over a family-style meal.

Pasta is Italy’s iconic dish, and with this small-group cooking experience you can learn how to prepare two varieties of pasta like an authentic Italian “cesarina” (home cook). Roll out a sheet of pasta dough by hand to make both a fresh and filled variety from scratch, and then whip up a tiramisù with the help of your teacher. Relax after your hands-on class by sampling the dishes you’ve prepared together.

Embrace the essence of Italian cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Venice, where you’ll master the art of crafting fresh pasta and the classic tiramisu. Guided by a knowledgeable host, enjoy the experience of preparing authentic recipes while sipping on fine wine. All ingredients are provided, ensuring a seamless cooking experience. After creating your culinary masterpieces, indulge in the delicious dishes accompanied by unlimited wine, limoncello, and coffee. Whether you choose to linger with new friends or explore the charming Dorsoduro neighborhood, this class offers a delightful taste of Italy.

Discover the essence of Venetian cuisine in Rosa’s cozy home on the island of Giudecca. You will start with a glass of Prosecco and a warm welcome, before putting on your apron and following the instructions of Rosa, an experienced cook. Learn to make fresh pasta, such as spaghetti and ravioli, and delight the palate with her original creation, “Rosa’s Rainbow”. You can not miss the tiramisu of Treviso, prepared in a personal jar by each participant. With unlimited drinks and a PDF with recipes, you'll take home a piece of Venice.

Discover the flavors of the Venetian Lagoon in this 4-course cooking class in Venice hosted through Cozymeal inside a real Venetian palazzo with Prosecco and wine included. Begin the evening with bubbles and regional bites, then dive into the recipes that define local bàcari culture and everyday Venetian dining. Menu: - First course: Prosecco & nibbles with wine, olives and taralli - Second course: Cicchetti Veneziani with bread, curated meats, vegetables and seafood - Third course: Freshly made pasta with a sauce tailored to your taste (vegetable, seafood or meat) - Dessert: Traditional tiramisù with eggs, mascarpone, sugar and cocoa From assembling cicchetti to rolling fresh pasta by hand, every step is designed to feel personal, interactive and deeply rooted in Venetian tradition.

Roll up your sleeves for a Venice cooking class and market visit designed especially for vegans and vegetarians. While Italian food is world-renowned, meat dishes often take center stage on restaurant menus. This intimate cooking experience focuses on seasonal veggies, pizza, focaccia, and fresh pasta, paired with unlimited wine and good company.

Enjoy a hands-on Italian cooking class just minutes from Venice! Make fresh pasta, traditional tiramisu, and sip local wine in a warm, home-style kitchen in Mestre — no city access fee required.

Enjoy a real taste of Venice on a tantalizing lunchtime tour of the Rialto Market and discover the city’s impressive culinary credentials. Follow your guide on a tour of Venice’s foodie hotspots, browse the fresh produce at the city’s famous markets, and tuck into traditional cicchetti (Venetian tapas) at a local inn. Finally, sample fine regional wines and prosecco at the city’s legendary Bacari bars, then leave armed with plenty of recommendations for where to shop and dine in the city.

MORE aims to connect people through food & beverages, to show that a sustainable and authentic Venezia is still surviving. We imagine being at our table witnessing a cultural interchange akin to a symposium. Our guests often tell us it felt less like a class and more like an afternoon among old friends. In the refined charm of a 16th-century Venetian home, they cook, learn, laugh, and dine together—sharing not just food, but a true taste of Italian life. It's this blend of authenticity, warmth, and elegance that makes our experience unforgettable.

Discover the rich culinary history of Venice on this cooking class and market tour with a local. Forgo the generic tourist restaurants and get an authentic taste of the region’s unique cuisine. Start your day at the bustling Rialto Market to gather the freshest ingredients and head to a real Venetian home with your host to make traditional dishes using historic spices such as saffron and cardamom.

Enjoy a local's eye view of Venice by joining this small-group cooking class led by a Venetian-born host in their home. In a small group of no more than 10 guests, learn how to make fresh pasta, then sit down together to enjoy a 3-course meal accompanied by a glass of white wine or Prosecco.

Experience the vibrant food culture of Italy during this 4.5-hour small-group tour in Venice. Start by exploring the local markets in search of some of the best Venetian products. Then get hands-on experience with a cooking class to create a delicious Italian meal. Enjoy the fruits of your labor as you eat your 3-course meal paired with local red and white wines from the region.

Shop, cook and dine like a Venetian in this 3-course experience hosted through Cozymeal. Begin with a market stroll, exploring stalls filled with seasonal produce, herbs and seafood while learning how locals choose ingredients at their freshest. Menu - First course: Artichokes alla Veneta — crispy and golden, fried in olive oil - Second course: Fresh ravioli — filled with ricotta and vegetables or risotto — crafted with squid ink or seasonal vegetables - Dessert: Choice of classic tiramisù or panna cotta with fruit Back in a welcoming Venetian kitchen, enjoy wine as you cook and share authentic dishes in a warm, intimate setting.