Top Brindisi Cooking Classes

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.

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.

Discover Apulian cuisine with Viviana is a journey through the authentic flavors and culinary traditions of the region. With fresh ingredients and recipes handed down, each lesson becomes an opportunity to learn how to prepare typical dishes, such as orecchiette from Puglia, focaccia and taralli, while sharing culinary stories and cultures. Viviana, a young mother and guardian of family traditions, offers a welcoming environment for everyone, from beginners to enthusiasts, transforming every meeting into a moment of conviviality and learning.

Every region of Italy has its own distinctive style of pasta. Make like a local and learn how to craft “orrechiette”—Apulia’s signature pasta that’s shaped like little ears—on this interactive course at a “masseria”, a fortified farmhouse that’s typical of the region. Enjoy a tasting of bread, olive oil, burrata, and cured meat, feast on your “orrechiette” with tomato sauce, and finish with an authentic sweet almond cookie.

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!!!

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.

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.

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

Apulia is known for its top-notch gastronomy and stunning views, but it takes insider knowledge to ditch the tourist traps and find where locals eat. On this half-day vineyard visit and family-cooked culinary experience, indulge in the best of Apulian cuisine during a multi-course meal—from hand-prepared orecchiette pasta to decadent meat rolls (bombette)—while taking in sweeping vineyard and Itria Valley views.

The warm welcome from a real Apulian family, the hands-on pasta-making in a historic home, and the chance to share stories and a homemade meal using fresh, organic ingredients straight from their own farm—all right in the heart of Brindisi.

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.

In this experience, perfect for both adults and children, you will be welcomed by me and my family in the country house in Ostuni, Puglia, and through the Guide you will learn to cook as well as appetizers and handmade pasta even the tricks that make the difference in the culinary tradition! Following the cooking class, during the tasting there will be a classical guitar solo concert of about 45 minutes. If possible, depending on the season, we will collect and use vegetables and fruits from the garden. 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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!!!

Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with this half-day private cooking class in Ostuni. Master the art of creating delectable pasta dishes and the heavenly tiramisu dessert. Your esteemed Cesarina will impart their insider tips and techniques for these beloved Italian recipes. Get ready to showcase your newfound talents and wow your loved ones with an authentic taste of Italy. Join and discover why Le Cesarine is the oldest and most esteemed home cooking network in Italy.

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.

Discover the ancient art of cheesemaking with a guided tour and cooking class at a traditional farmhouse in Puglia. Learn how to make burrata and mozzarella, then enjoy a tasting of local products. Begin with a guided tour of the farmhouse, located in the heart of the Itria Valley. Explore the old part of the farm, the trulli complex, the ancient church made of local stone, the dairy cattle farm, and the organic garden. Visit the dairy production facility where typical Apulian cheeses like mozzarella, burrata, and caciocavallo are made. Next, join a professional cheesemaker for a hands-on mozzarella-making class (15-min). Discover the ingredients and cheesemaking process of these two extraordinary foods. After the class, enjoy a rich tasting of dairy products, local cured meats such as the famous Capocollo di Martina Franca, and products baked in the farm's wood-fired oven, all accompanied by Apulian wine.