Top Brindisi Cooking Classes

Dive into the culinary world of Italy when you book this food experience during your time in Brindisi. Join a small group and start out by exploring a local market, where you learn about how to select the best ingredients for the season. Then, head back to your host’s home and enjoy a hands-on cooking class where you learn to make pasta and tiramisu from scratch.

Discover Apulian cuisine in a scenic Ostuni setting. Cook traditional dishes with local ingredients and enjoy an authentic taste of southern Italy.

In this perfect experience for both adults and children, you will be welcomed by me and my family in our country house in Ostuni, Puglia, and through our Guide you will learn to cook as well as handmade pasta, appetizers and typical desserts, even the tricks that make the difference in our culinary tradition! Relax by discovering the slowness of creating handmade pasta and the quality of simplicity. If possible, depending on the season, we will harvest and use the vegetables and fruits from our garden. Obviously after cooking we will taste together the results of our work. At the end of the experience you will receive the recipes of the dishes so you can propose them at your home when you want! We are waiting for you!!!

The family atmosphere, the variety of dishes and wines offered, the dinner in the vineyard with sunset will make the afternoon spent together unforgettable! There will also be the opportunity to take a walk in the vineyard where we will talk about the traditions of our land and vine cultivation techniques. Mother Beatrice's cuisine will make you relive the flavors of your grandmother! In case of intolerances we vary the menu according to your requests.

Learn to craft traditional orecchiette in a welcoming Martina Franca home, guided step-by-step by a local. Cook, sip wonderful Apulian wine, savor freshly baked focaccia and premium capocollo, and enjoy the warm, authentic atmosphere. Finish your experience with rich Italian coffee and a delicious homemade crostata for the perfect sweet ending. This hands-on cooking experience is perfectly suitable for everyone.

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.

Discover authentic Puglia with Venture Vibes through an unforgettable experience in the heart of the region. Explore ancient olive groves and underground olive mills, uncovering the secrets of extra virgin olive oil. This journey blends history, culture, and unique flavors to offer an unparalleled sensory and cultural experience. Begin your tasting program with a scenic walk among centuries-old olive trees, symbols of Puglia's agricultural heritage. Accompanied by experts, visit an underground olive mill, where oil has been traditionally produced for generations. Following the visit, participate in a guided tasting of high-quality extra virgin olive oils, learning to distinguish the aromatic nuances and unique characteristics of each variety. Discover why Puglian olive oil is renowned worldwide and immerse yourself in local culture through fascinating stories about traditions and the evolution of olive oil production in the region.

Delight your senses and explore Italy's culinary culture with an unforgettable 3-hour cooking adventure. Immerse yourself in the art of making Italian pasta like a master chef, rolling sfoglia (fresh pasta) by hand, crafting two types. Complementing this delightful experience is learning to make classic tiramisu—all within the company of no more than 12 new friends who share your love for Italian cuisine. Enjoy being guided to create these timeless dishes.

In this experience, perfect for both adults and children, you will learn how to cook pizza with us by cooking it in our wood-fired oven and tiramisù, drinking local wine and listening good music! You will be welcomed by me and my parents in our house in the countryside a few kilometers from Ostuni. After the cooking lesson we will have lunch together enjoying the tranquility of the Apulian countryside. Some of the ingredients that we will use (such as the tomato sauce or some vegetables) are self-produced so sometimes the pizza may be different depending on the season. We also offer vegetarian or vegan alternatives! After that you book we can be in touch and you can tell us if you have any preferences. We are looking forward to have you here!

Learn how to cook panzerotti, puccitedde and a typical dessert together with us, drinking good wine and listening music! You will be welcomed by me and my parents in our house in the countryside a few kilometers from Ostuni. We will experiment two very old recipes of our region and and then we will taste the result of our work having lunch or dinner together! This experience is perfect for both adults and children and and in especially if you want to cook somenthing local and not a typical stereotypical italian dish. Panzerotti and puccitedde are typical traditional fried foods seasoned in a variety of ways whose recipe has been handed down from generation to generation and characterize the culinary art of Puglia. Having originated as "poor dishes", they do not require a vast amount of ingredients, but above all the right process, so what better time to find out how best to prepare them! We look forward to meet you soon!!!

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.

The most complete experience to enjoy Salento at 360 degrees. You will prepare orecchiette with a local grandmother, take a pizzica dance class and enjoy a rich dinner featuring typical products (fresh made orecchiette, frise, fresh local cheeses, panzerotti, and three glasses of local wine included) to fully immerse yourself in Salento’s culture. Cuisine, tradition,music, and conviviality combined into one unforgettable experience.

We bring to your accommodation/holiday home one of the most important culinary traditions of Pugliese cuisine: HANDMADE PASTA. This experience will not only allow you to carry in your luggage back home the satisfaction of having been part of the preparation of 3 types of pasta with your own hands, but also to have learned techniques and tricks that you can put into practice to delight your family and friends on their way home. The experience includes the preparation of 3 types of fresh pasta: Orecchiette, Tagliatelle and a stuffed egg pasta, but the experience does not end here, for each type of pasta we will prepare a sauce/dressing for an explosion of flavor. At the end, all seated, to taste the prepared dishes, accompanied by a starter that our local chef will offer us.

Italy has a vast and varied culinary heritage, and our local hosts are proud to share its hidden secrets. Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other lovely guests, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class. You'll visit the local market with your Cesarina host, who will teach you all about how to select the best ingredients with the seasons. Then, you'll return to their home, warm up with an Italian Aperitivo and enjoy the class. You'll learn how to make one iconic Pasta type, typical of the city you are visiting, and the famous Tiramisu. After the class, you will enjoy everything you've prepared with local wines. This experience is the perfect choice if you want to encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy through genuine connections, food, and friendship.

The family atmosphere, the variety of dishes and wines offered and the dinner in the vineyard with sunset will make the afternoon spent together unforgettable! You will put your hands in the dough, make orecchiette, focaccia, chops. We will give you a book of mother Beatrice's recipes, a treasure of lifelong traditions! In case of intolerances we vary the menu according to your requests.

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 the heart of Apulia’s culinary tradition with a cooking class dedicated to delicious frittelle and bombette. Under the expert guidance of Mamma Beatrice, you’ll discover the secrets of these traditional dishes and have the opportunity to prepare them yourself. At the end of the class, you’ll get to enjoy your creations in a relaxing atmosphere, surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of the Itria Valley.

Spend time in a local’s home in Ostuni, learning the tricks to make fresh pasta and tiramisu in local style. Taking part in an intimately sized small group of just 12 other people, the class shows you how to roll and cut fresh pasta by hand as you learn about the food traditions of Puglia from your Cesarine host — a local who belongs to a network of home cooks who preserve culinary traditions in the region.

Discover authentic Apulian traditions with a farm tour, mozzarella and pasta-making workshops, and an optional tasting of local cheeses, meats, and wine—all in the charming setting of historic Masseria Cappella.

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.

With a local Nonna, you will learn how to prepare fresh handmade orecchiette pasta, following authentic Apulian tradition. After the cooking experience, you will discover the vibrant world of Pizzica, learning the basic steps of this traditional dance and experiencing the joy and energy that every Apulian feels when this incredible music begins to play. At the end of the experience, you will enjoy the freshly made orecchiette accompanied by a glass of local wine.

Learn the secrets behind making truly authentic Italian pizza and tiramisu with a chef tutor who will teach you their skills from the comfort of their own home kitchen. Make pizza dough from scratch using high quality local ingredients, and top it with your favorite toppings and a sauce made from local tomatoes and herbs. Then, sit down to eat your dishes at the family table.

Immerse yourself in Puglia’s culinary heritage with a walking tour and cooking class that blends history, culture, and authentic flavors. Begin with a guided stroll through a charming Itria Valley town, exploring local markets and food shops to discover fresh, seasonal ingredients and learn about Puglia’s farm-to-table traditions. After an hour of exploring, head to a local kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Using high-quality local ingredients, you’ll learn to prepare classic Puglian dishes like orecchiette with cime di rapa, bombette (stuffed meat rolls), or focaccia barese, mastering traditional techniques. Once the cooking is done, enjoy your homemade meal paired with fine Apulian wine in the cozy atmosphere of an authentic Itria Valley home. Ideal for food lovers and cultural explorers, this experience offers new cooking skills, authentic recipes, and unforgettable memories of Puglia’s culinary heritage.