Top Italy Pasta Making Classes

A few steps from the center of Ostuni, in what were once the medieval gardens of the city, immerse yourself in an experience of authentic Apulian cuisine. You can choose between the preparation of orecchiette or whether to follow the chef from picking vegetables to cooking in a wood oven.All with a view between the historic center of Ostuni and the sea.

Join a mother-daughter duo in their Bologna home for an authentic, hands-on pasta-making experience. Learn to prepare fresh pasta and classic Bolognese dishes using family recipes and seasonal ingredients. This intimate class offers a rare glimpse into local life, family recipes, and traditional cooking techniques. Cook side by side in a warm home kitchen, then sit down to enjoy your homemade meal with local Italian wine. A truly personal, farm-to-table experience that connects you to the heart of Bologna’s food culture.

Experience the ultimate Italian culinary adventure with a professional chef on this half-day private Tuscan cooking class in Florence. Learn how to make up to four authentic Tuscan dishes in a hands-on kitchen setting in an actual local's home. Pair your meal with local wines to enhance the meal's flavors.

Experience authentic Sardinian culture with a private cooking class in a local home in Arzachena, where you'll learn family recipes passed down through generations. Prepare handmade Sardinian pasta from scratch and discover traditional regional dishes using fresh local ingredients, paired with Sardinian wine and homemade liqueur. Unlike restaurant dining, this immersive culinary experience offers personal insights into Sardinian food, traditions, and everyday life. This is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic Italian cooking class and home-cooked meal in Sardinia.

This private cooking class takes place in a real Tuscan family-run farm, immersed in the Montepulciano countryside. The experience is reserved exclusively for your group and adapts to the times and needs of the participants, following traditional recipes and local ingredients. The pace is relaxed and the atmosphere intimate, to live an authentic moment of sharing, cooking and conviviality away from mass tourism.

An authentic experience in the Tuscan tradition Discover the most authentic flavors of Tuscany by participating in an engaging fresh pasta course in the heart of Siena. Guided by a local chef, you will learn how to make the dough from scratch using simple and genuine ingredients, following traditional techniques. During the lesson you will literally put your hands in dough, learning how to knead, roll out and shape some of the most representative formats of Sienese cuisine, such as the famous pici, the typical handmade pasta of the Tuscan tradition. The chef will accompany you step by step, sharing tips, curiosities and secrets. Once ready, the pasta will be paired with typical condiments of the territory, such as a rich Tuscan ragout or a simple but delicious dressing made with local extra virgin olive oil. At the end of the experience you will sit at the table to enjoy lunch or dinner prepared with your own hands, accompanied by a pleasant moment of conviviality.

Explore Rome's culinary heart with a market tour and cooking masterclass led by a professional chef. Pick fresh, local ingredients, then learn to craft traditional Roman pasta dishes in a hands-on, semi private setting. Wrap up the experience by enjoying your creations with local wines, making it a flavorful and unforgettable part of your Italian adventure.

• Learn how to cook 4 traditional Apulian recipes with a Pro Chef • Private penthouse suite with panoramic views of the sea and the Itria Valley • Dinner on the terrace with dishes you have cooked yourself • Exclusive experience for max 2 people – total privacy guaranteed • Traditional Apulian breakfast included the following morning

Delve into Calabrian culinary traditions with an engaging cooking class in the picturesque village of Maierato. Guided by a local cook who embodies the spirit of Southern Italy, this experience begins with a delightful antipasto featuring Calabrian salami, local cheese served with a selection of honey or Red Tropea onion. Together, participants will make the regional specialty, Fileja Calabresi, with tomato sauce, fragrant basil, and a splash of red wine. This hands-on class not only teaches cooking techniques but also shares stories of life in this charming Italian village. All food and ingredients are fresh, local and home made.

A unique and fun experience to discover the secrets of the island's gastronomic tradition, guided step by step in the preparation of a complete menu. From appetizers to desserts, we will transform fresh and seasonal ingredients into the symbolic dishes of Sicily.

A unique and fun experience to discover the secrets of the island's gastronomic tradition of fish, guided step by step in the preparation of a complete menu. From appetizer to dessert, we will transform fresh ingredients into dishes that symbolize Sicilian seafood cuisine

In gathering at the table, the bond that unites not only the diners, but also the dishes placed at the table to form something magical in a whole is always kept alive where everything has its place and nothing is left to chance. in gathering at the table develops a sacred rite that is renewed with harmony and finds its peak in the happiness of sharing. In a harmony of flavors and sounds that makes the heart beat in unison.

Trade crowded restaurants for an intimate, homey cooking studio in the heart of Bologna. This professional yet cozy space is where the soul of Bolognese hospitality meets expert culinary craft. Under the wing of a local Chef, you’ll learn to create authentic handmade tortellini using a secret family recipe passed down through generations. Master the rhythmic art of the "sfoglia" (pasta dough) and the traditional wooden rolling pin (mattarello) in a relaxed, conversational atmosphere. The highlight? Discovering the "Golden Ritual": tasting your handmade tortellini served in a traditional steaming broth—the authentic way every Bolognese family enjoys them on Sundays. Forget industrial classes; here you are a guest in a "lived-in" studio that feels like a friend's kitchen. Finish your experience by sharing stories at a communal table, enjoying your creation paired with 2 glasses of premium Colli Bolognesi wine. You'll leave with new skills and a digital recipe kit!

It's not the usual cooking class, but a moment to share a family tradition passed down through generations: making homemade pasta, here in Puglia, orecchiette. The experience will begin with an aperitif based on local products, followed by a cooking class where Federica will teach each guest how to prepare orecchiette while chatting. The course will include a demonstration of orecchiette prepared by Federica, and you can take home the orecchiette you made and continue to enjoy them in the following days. N.B. We won't all eat the orecchiette prepared by each of you because fresh pasta needs at least half a day to dry before being cooked.

Book to live Bari as a local: history, traditions and handmade pasta in a unique experience, probably the best in town!

Transform your vacation into a culinary journey with Red Apron, where professional chefs bring authentic Italian cuisine directly to your villa or Airbnb on the beautiful Amalfi Coast. Indulge in private cooking classes, where you'll learn to craft traditional dishes using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients under expert guidance. Enjoy personalized tasting experiences that showcase the flavors of Italy, complete with brunches and aperitivos served on your terrace. With tailored menus for every occasion, savor the essence of Italian food culture without ever leaving your holiday home.

Step into the kitchen of a certified organic masseria in the heart of Salento and learn to make authentic Pugliese pasta from scratch. Masseria Stali grows its own ingredients — cereals, vegetables, olive oil — all certified biological, all harvested on the estate. Your hands-on session is guided by an expert operator who will walk you through three traditional pasta formats and their sauces, from dough to plate. The experience begins with a tour of the farm and its own-grown raw materials, grounding the cooking in the land itself. Everything you cook, you eat — paired with a glass of the estate's wine. This is not a demonstration: you roll, you shape, you cook, you taste.

If just learning how to make pasta from scratch isn’t enough, how about taking a good look around and learn about the local Italian products used in your recipe? Now you can also follow your chef through the Nomentano Market (we like that one) then back to your kitchen at YellowSquare and learn how to make the most classic pasta dishes. Vegetarian options are available upon request. Please inform the chef upon arrival. Unfortunately, we do not have vegan or gluten-free options available.

Discover the authentic taste of Rimini with a hands-on Lasagna masterclass. Led by a skilled local home cook, you'll learn to make fresh pasta, a rich ragù, and a creamy béchamel sauce from scratch. As you assemble the lasagna, you'll gain insight into the perfect balance of flavors that define this iconic dish. While your lasagna bakes, enjoy an aperitivo, learn about Rimini's culinary traditions, and experience genuine Italian hospitality. Afterward, savor your homemade lasagna paired with a glass of regional wine for a truly immersive experience. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this unique class offers an authentic perspective that no restaurant can provide. Join us to cook, taste, and experience Bologna like a local!

Learn to make pasta from scratch with a local chef as you prepare three classic types, tagliatelle, fettuccine, and ravioli. Then sit down to enjoy your meal with a glass of wine, meet new people, and soak up the local culture. We’ll finish on a sweet note with coffee and limoncello.

Discover the authentic taste of the Dolomites with a hands-on Lasagna masterclass. Led by a skilled local home cook, you'll learn to make fresh pasta, a rich ragù, and a creamy béchamel sauce from scratch. As you layer these ingredients together, you'll appreciate the delicate balance that makes this dish so beloved. While your lasagna bakes, enjoy an aperitivo, learn about the Dolomites' culinary traditions, and experience true Italian hospitality. Finally, sit down and savor your homemade lasagna, accompanied by a glass of regional wine, ensuring a full, flavorful, and immersive experience. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this experience offers an authentic, local perspective that no restaurant can match. Join us to cook, taste, and enjoy the Dolomites like a true local!

Discover the real taste of Italy in a warm and authentic Italian home. Forget the tourist restaurants for a moment and join me for a hands-on cooking experience where you'll learn to make fresh tagliatelle from scratch, prepare a traditional ragù, and finish with a delicious espresso tiramisu. You'll cook, laugh, share stories and, in the end, sit together around the table to enjoy everything you've made. It's not just a cooking class—it's a taste of Italian life, homemade and shared around the table. ❤️

This is one of the most authentic and engaging experiences we offer, inspired by the ancient Sicilian tradition of homemade pasta. In the past, making fresh pasta in Sicilian families was a true shared ritual: everyone had a role, and kneading together became a moment of sharing, culture, and tradition. During this experience, you'll literally get your hands on the dough, learning step by step how to prepare traditional Sicilian fresh pasta shapes made from semolina. Once the pasta is ready, we'll gather around a cozy table to enjoy seasonal dishes prepared with the pasta we've made together, accompanied by carefully selected Sicilian wine. As a special keepsake, you'll receive a digital recipe for fresh pasta, so you can bring a piece of Sicily into your kitchen.

Discover the art of fresh pasta from Bologna with a 1-hour practical course in the heart of Bologna. Learn how to make tortellini and tagliatelle by hand, guided by authentic local sphoglines. A convivial and fun experience. After class, enjoy the pasta you have prepared with the participants. The lunch menu will be rich in typical products of the Bolognese culinary tradition.