Top Italy Candy Making Classes

A hands-on cooking class in a stylish downtown Milan studio invites you to master the art of making authentic pizza and gelato. Guided by a professional chef, you’ll follow the expert Pizzaiolo’s instructions to craft a pizza that’s as delicious as it is Instagram-worthy. Mix fresh ingredients and churn your own gelato, engaging in every step of the process. Once your culinary masterpieces are complete, savor them alongside unlimited drinks, while also receiving a digital recipe booklet to recreate these delights at home.

You'll enjoy a lively, hands-on experience in a friendly atmosphere while you learn from professional gelato makers with years of experience. You'll also benefit from personalized attention and guidance in our small group setting. Whether you’re new to the kitchen or you're an experienced cook, our class is designed for all skill levels. Join us for a fun and educational experience that will leave you with the skills to create your own delicious, natural gelato at home and memories that will linger in your heart long after you've savored the last bite. Spaces are limited, so sign up today and get ready to indulge in the sweet art of gelato making!

Explore Florence's Duomo in greater depth on this guided tour. Choose from a range of tour options to suit your budget and interests. If chosen, learn about Brunelleschi’s dome as you climb to the top, stopping along the way to visit the North Terrace, closed to the general public. Depending on your tour, use your passes to explore the rest of the cathedral complex at your own pace.

Explore Milan's most significant historical landmarks, including skip-the-line access to da Vinci's 'The Last Supper', during this walking tour. With your local art historian guide, visit sites like Sforza Castle, the Scala Theater, Piazza dei Mercanti, and the Duomo. View 'The Last Supper', Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece, without waiting in the general admission line. All entrance fees are included on this small-group walking tour.

In about 3 hours you will be able to learn and take home a taste of the great tradition of Italian cuisine with dishes assembled with local and seasonal products. The magical atmosphere of the Amalfi Coast, its views, its colors, will join the taste of the dishes made making you live a multisensory experience!

Make the most of your time in Florence, and avoid missing key highlights, with a small-group tour that includes convenient timed entry to the Accademia Gallery. Also visit the highlights of the historic center on a walking tour that goes beyond the guidebooks with local history and insider tips. Upgrade to include a tour of the Uffizi Gallery.

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.

It is not a simple course, but a real immersion in the Italian craft tradition. This activity is special because: You will be an active member of the Chef's brigade, working in a professional laboratory (Chef and the City) on your desks, in a dynamic and practical environment. The focus is on learning the techniques necessary to master the masterpieces of traditional Italian pastry (Canestrelli, Cantucci, Torta Caprese). The experience culminates in a moment of taste and conviviality at the table, where you can savor your creations, with wine included, and receive digital recipes. It is the unique combination of professionalism, intensive practice and joy of sharing that makes this lesson a gift for the senses and spirit.

The Fresh Pasta and Italian Vegetarian Ice Cream course at our cooking school, located in the picturesque Chianti region, offers an authentic and exclusive culinary experience. This course, open to cooking enthusiasts of all levels, is a journey into the art of fresh pasta and Italian ice cream, two pillars of Italy's culinary tradition. The dishes prepared will be simple and tasty, so they can be replicated at home. At the end of the course, after having eaten what has been prepared in company, the diplomas will be awarded and the recipes will be sent to the participants.

Learn to craft delightful gluten-free Italian dishes in a vibrant cooking class led by Chef Christian, a seasoned restaurateur and sommelier. Under his guidance, you'll create crispy zucchini blossoms stuffed with mozzarella and anchovies, battered sage leaves, and the authentic Fettuccine Alfredo, along with fresh pesto trofie and the iconic Roman tiramisù. Enjoy a selection of beverages, including water and wine, while sharing laughter in a friendly atmosphere. Leave not just full, but inspired to recreate these flavors at home.

Bologna, the gastronomic heart of Italy, is not only famous for pasta and ragù but also for its rich gelato tradition. This immersive masterclass invites you to discover the art of gelato-making, using fresh, high-quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Under the guidance of a local gelato artisan, you’ll learn how to prepare traditional gelato from scratch, exploring the balance of flavors, textures, and natural ingredients that make Italian gelato unique. From crafting the perfect base to churning it to creamy perfection, you’ll gain hands-on experience in one of Italy’s most beloved culinary traditions. While your gelato is taking shape, enjoy a small aperitivo and learn about the history and cultural significance of gelato in Bologna. Finally, sit down to taste your freshly made gelato, savoring its smooth texture and rich flavors, paired with a glass of local wine for the perfect sweet experience.

Learn to create creamy, authentic Italian gelato in this hands-on Rome masterclass guided by a local artisan. Craft your own delicious gelato using fresh ingredients, explore traditional churning techniques, and enjoy your creation paired with wine or coffee for the sweetest experience in the Eternal City.

Live Tuscany from the inside, cooking in a real organic farm on the hills of Lucca. Together with Eleonora, you will prepare traditional recipes by hand with fresh ingredients and farm products, in a relaxed and familiar atmosphere. In the end, we all sit together to enjoy what we have cooked, accompanied by local wine and organic extra virgin olive oil, with the Tuscan countryside around us.

Be captivated by the scents and flavors of the Sardinian tradition by participating in an authentic fresh pasta workshop in Tortolì in Ogliastra. Guided by expert hands, you will discover the secrets of local cuisine by learning how to prepare traditional Tortolian ravioli or culurgiones with fresh, genuine and carefully selected ingredients. During the experience you will literally put your hands in the dough: you will knead and model according to traditional techniques, handed down for generations. At the end of the workshop you can enjoy the dish prepared by you, accompanied by a delicious typical sauce and a glass of local wine. An authentic and engaging experience, perfect for those who love good food and want to experience moments of sharing in a warm and convivial atmosphere. Take home not only a recipe, but a special memory of the truest flavors of Sardinia!

The Panforte Factory is a renowned producer of traditional Tuscan pastries, committed to excellence and authenticity. Visitors to The Panforte Factory can explore the fascinating world of artisanal sweet-making, witnessing firsthand the meticulous craftsmanship behind each product. The company takes pride in using only natural ingredients, preserving the integrity of age-old recipes while adapting to modern quality standards. You are invited to indulge in an exclusive tasting session, savoring the delicate textures and rich aromas of Tuscany’s most beloved treats. Established in the 1990s, the brand embraces Siena’s centuries-old confectionery heritage, offering handmade delicacies that capture the essence of local flavors. The meticulous selection of raw materials, from premium almonds and honey to carefully balanced spices, ensures an unparalleled sensory experience.

This is a hands-on cooking experience, not a demonstration. You will prepare limoncello, lemon granita and almond cookies with your own hands. You will learn how to recreate these Sicilian flavors at home and discover Sicilian traditions and food culture. Vegetarian options available.

Discover the art of gelato making with a hands-on experience. Use organic, fresh, and natural ingredients to make a creamy, velvety, rich, and delicious dessert that melts in your mouth. Learn how to make a creamy and fruity gelato, an artisanal dessert named Tartufo Gelato, and a brioche bun stuffed with a couple of scoops of gelato. Get knowledge, basic principles, and skills in a basic gelato-making class with a professional gelato maker. Discover the secrets and tips for the main ingredients and production cycle. Taste your own sweet and delicious creations.

What makes Mela’s Kitchen special is its genuine, convivial atmosphere. This isn’t just a cooking class, but a chance to slow down, cook together and experience the warmth of an Italian kitchen. Manuela welcomes every guest with her natural energy, humour and passion for food, making everyone feel at home from the very beginning. The recipes are simple, authentic and prepared with carefully selected, genuine ingredients that celebrate the flavours of Umbria and Italian tradition. More than learning a recipe, it’s about sharing stories, laughter, good food and time around the table just as we do in Italy.

Unleash your culinary skills in a small-group cooking class nestled in the heart of Rome. Guided by an experienced chef, you'll learn to craft traditional Italian pastas, including handmade fettuccine and ravioli, topped off with a delightful tiramisu for dessert. With all ingredients and equipment provided, this beginner-friendly class offers a unique opportunity to delve into Rome's rich culinary heritage while enjoying a communal meal of your own creations.

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.

Use great quality ingredients under the supervision of the head of personnel to make two different kinds of pasta and tiramisu during this small-group cooking class. Flavor your pasta with fresh truffle and 24-month aged parmesan, and taste Tuscan wine to go with your meal. Get home from your vacation with not just fond memories, but new cooking skills to wow your friends and family.

Put on your apron and transform into a pastry chef for a day! Discover the secrets of the most loved Italian dessert in the world with an exclusive cooking class in Olbia, in the center of Gallura. This practical experience will allow you to learn all the steps to make a perfect Tiramisu, from freshly prepared coffee to mascarpone cream, to the final sprinkling of cocoa. Guided by industry experts, you will learn about the history and curiosities of this iconic dessert, understanding the balance between taste, texture and presentation that make it unique. During the lesson you will have the opportunity to get your hands dirty, experiment with traditional techniques and discover professional tricks to obtain a restaurant result. At the end, you can savor your creation, accompanied by an aromatic espresso or a glass of local sweet wine. An ideal activity if you love Italian cuisine and want to bring home a perfect recipe and sweet memories of your vacation in Sardinia!

Discover the secrets of the original Tiramisu in a hands-on workshop with an Expert local chef. In this engaging workshop, you will learn how to prepare the perfect cream and dunk the ladyfingers, following the Italian tradition. At the end, you can enjoy your masterpiece, savoring every bite of your sweet creation.

An extraordinary experience to introduce you to the traditions of Neapolitan cuisine: gnocchi, pizza and pasta. But that is not all. The setting for this experience will be the magnificent palace of Portici. One of the three residences of the ancient king of the Bourbons of Naples. History and culinary traditions will be the common thread of this wonderful experience. Starting with a welcome aperitif with tasting of typical Campania products, we will tell you the story of the Portici palace. Then we will start having fun learning all the secrets to know and create tasty traditional Neapolitan dishes based on fresh and seasonal products. At the end we will taste everything together accompanied by a good local wine.