Top Verona Classes & Workshops

Learn the secrets to preparing fresh pasta from scratch in the wine-producing hills of Bardolino with this farm cooking class. Join a professional chef to create two types of pasta—tagliatelle and ravioli—using traditional Veneto recipes, then sample your handiwork served with local Bardolino wines from the farm’s own vineyard. The small group size makes this ideal for aspiring cooks of all ages and experience levels.

When it comes to authentic Italian food, restaurant reservations only give you half the picture. Learn the skills to recreate delicious dishes at home with this hands-on cooking class in the heart of Verona. Craft fresh pasta with the help of a professional chef, and whip up a tasty tiramisu to enjoy as dessert.

Gelato is Italy’s favorite sweet treat—and on this tour, you won’t just get to sample it. Taught by a real Italian chef, you’ll also learn how to make it from scratch. Discover how both gelato and sorbetto are traditionally prepared, and then enjoy tastes at the end of class. You’ll also walk away with a recipe book, so you can try out your newfound skills at home.

Many wine tasting experiences skip one crucial element—how wine is actually made. Get a more intimate look at the wines of Verona by visiting a local cellar to learn about the production process. Sharpen your palate by hearing explanations behind each wine you taste, and take in unobstructed lakeside views from a panoramic terrace.

Skip the guesswork of finding an authentic, hands-on class and enjoy a welcoming cooking experience in Verona. Learn to prepare classic Italian dishes with guidance from a local chef, gaining practical skills you can recreate at home. Cook, share a meal, and connect with local food culture in a relaxed setting without worrying about planning or experience level.

Join our family in Verona for a hands-on experience where you’ll learn how to make homemade gluten-free pasta and quick pizza from scratch—just as delicious as Nonna’s!

You’ll be welcomed into a space where leather is still cut, punched, and stitched using traditional tools and time-honored techniques. Guided by the local leatherworker, you’ll create your own mini wallet — a practical and personal item you can take home with you. But before your hands get to work, you’ll get a glimpse into the deep roots of this ancient craft. In the Middle Ages, leather was used for everyday objects like coin pouches, work aprons, sword sheaths, and even wallets. You’ll learn how leather was tanned and the unique properties, making it suitable for everything from soft clothing to rigid armor. With the support of your guide, you’ll select your leather, trace and cut the pattern, punch the stitching holes, and slowly bring your wallet to life using hand tools. You’ll also learn about stitching methods — including those once used for medieval pouches — and you’ll finish your piece by adding small personal touches. No previous experience is needed.

We paint a glimpse of the city under the guidance and with useful advice of the instructor. We work in a small group of up to 6 people, we share pleasant moments of plein air painting. As a result, each participant will take home a watercolor painted with their own hands which will be a souvenir of the beautiful holiday in Verona.

Discover the art of authentic Italian cooking in a hands-on class led by a local chef, set in a charming kitchen right next to the Arena in Verona. Learn how to make fresh handmade pasta, two traditional sauces, and classic tiramisu from scratch using high-quality local ingredients. Throughout the class, enjoy expert guidance in a small-group setting, with 3 glasses of wine plus 1 Prosecco or soft drinks included. You’ll not only cook, but also hear the stories and traditions behind each dish, so you can take a piece of Verona home with you. After preparing your dishes, visit a locally loved artisanal gelateria to taste authentic Italian gelato and learn how to tell the difference between real gelato and mass-produced versions. Sit down and savor your creations, paired with refreshing drinks, in a fun and interactive environment. You’ll receive all the recipes to recreate your pasta, sauces, tiramisu, and gelato at home.

Learn the secret to making great pasta during a private cooking class in Verona, taught by a “cesarina,” or home cook. Follow three regional recipes and discover tricks of the trade. Each participant is equipped with utensils and ingredients at a personal workstation during the 4-hour lesson. You’ll prepare authentic Italian pastas, then taste each delicious dish, accompanied by a selection of local wine—a unique cultural immersion.

Experience an authentic Verona cooking class in a local Italian home, where you'll learn traditional family recipes. Set in a charming rooftop atelier overlooking vineyards and olive groves, this hands-on Italian cooking class in Verona offers the choice of a fresh pasta making class or pizza making class. Master authentic techniques in a historic kitchen before enjoying your homemade meal with local wine and an aperitif. This authentic cooking class is perfect for travelers seeking a true local experience in Verona.

Take back home more than just memories of Italy’s food by also learning how to make it from scratch with this private cooking class in Verona. Visit the home of a local cook who will show you how to make handmade pasta and tiramisu from typical Italian recipes. After the lesson, check your work with a meal of the dishes you made.

Led by professional sommeliers with deep knowledge of the region and its wines, you’ll explore three different expressions of Amarone red wine, each selected to highlight how time, aging, and technique shape the identity of this iconic red wine. From younger vintages with vibrant intensity to aged Amarones with velvety tannins and layered aromas, you’ll follow a chronological journey through the barrels and vineyards of Valpolicella. The tasting is paired with a tasting board of artisanal cheeses and local soppressa, selected to complement the structure and character of each wine. The sommelier will guide you through the nuances of Amarone production, from the appassimento process to oak aging, offering insight that turns every sip into a story. With multiple times available throughout the day, you can easily fit this tasting into your travel plans: whether you’re looking for a refined aperitivo before dinner or an engaging midday cultural break.

The visit to the Lenotti Winery offers a unique experience thanks to the opportunity to explore every stage of wine production: from the historic vineyards of the Santa Cristina Vineyard, to the fermentation cellar, to the underground barrel cellar where the great red wines rest. The experience culminates with an exclusive tasting of 4 wines including an Amarone DOCG Classico, accompanied by explanations on the characteristics and production methods.

Tuscan and Pugliese olive oils get most of the international attention, but Lake Garda has its own protected designation—Garda DOP, classified in 1997 as one of Italy's first five PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) olive oils. The lake's eastern shore has been called the "Riviera degli Olivi" since 1968. This tour visits a working oil mill with a tasting of four extra virgin olive oils, including the Garda DOP, paired with local food.

Learn the techniques for making the perfect Italian pizza during this 3-hour hands-on pizza making class in Verona. Head to a local Veronese home to meet your Italian chef and learn the art of making Italy’s most famous dish. You'll also learn how to create Tiramisu before you sit down to enjoy your meal with a glass of wine or beer.

Learn how to make homemade pasta the traditional way — using generations-old recipes passed down from your host's 'nonna.' Offering more than just a taste of Veronese cuisine, this private cooking class lets you live the local culture for a few hours, by cooking, chatting, and eating with a host in their own home.

Discover the art of authentic Italian cooking in a hands-on class led by a local chef in the heart of Verona. Learn how to make classic pizza and tiramisu from scratch using high-quality ingredients. Enjoy a fun and engaging experience with expert guidance, including wine and soft drinks throughout the class. With small group sizes, you’ll get a more personal and memorable experience—so be sure to reserve your spot! Along the way, you’ll also hear the stories behind the dishes you’re creating, giving you a deeper connection to Italian culinary traditions and plenty to share back home with friends and family. After the class, sit down and enjoy the dishes you’ve made, then finish with a visit to a local gelateria, where you’ll learn how to recognise real artisanal gelato. You’ll also receive the recipes to recreate everything at home—it’s a warm, authentic, and unforgettable experience in Verona.

Come and discover the wines of Verona in a cellar that is a work of art architecture. Taste the wines with an explanation of the production method. In addition to the tasting you will be able to enjoy the view of the lake and the surrounding vineyards from the beautiful 360° panoramic terrace

Bardolino is one of Italy’s most prestigious wine-producing areas and sits within striking distance of Lake Garda, but it’s a challenge to find a cellar to visit on your own. With this pre-booked tour, stop at a local winery to explore the scenic vineyards and aging cellar. Learn about the winery’s history and production, then relax over a tasting of four wines paired with local specialties.

Your food and wine experience in Valpolicella It will be a family meeting, the beauty of a territory, it will be the vigor of a vineyard, the scent of drying grapes, it will be the story of a passion, the charm of tradition and the enthusiasm of research, it will be the atmosphere of a old cooper and enveloping elegance of an Amarone, it will be emotion.

Discover the most playful and creative side of Verona! A unique experience between art, play and shared fun.

This wine experience for small groups, is not simply about natural wines, it’s about stepping into a slower and more authentic niche world, where nature, tradition and passion shape every bottle. It’s about meeting people behind the vineyards, listening to their stories, walking among the vines and discovering how wine can truly reflect the land where it is born. During this wine trip, you will experience a way of winemaking that respects nature, celebrates the seasons and values simplicity. It’s a journey into a niche but fascinating world, where every glass tells a story of the soil. This Valpolicella natural wine tour from Verona is ideal for travelers looking for an authentic and immersive experience, far from mass tourism. Surrounded by vineyards, gentle hills, and breathtaking landscapes, you will discover a hidden side of Italian wine culture where tradition, sustainability, and passion come together. THIS TOUR IS DELIVERED BY ROMEO AND JULIET GUIDE TRAVEL AGENCY.