Top Lake Como Dining Experiences - page 2

With the Pizzocchero Food Game you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the Valtellinese tradition. In the first part of the activity you will participate in a treasure hunt. You will discover the views and historic shops of Morbegno where between one test and another you will get all the ingredients needed for lunch. Once you have collected all the ingredients you will reach the last stage where, under the guidance of a chef, you will learn how to knead and roll the Pizzoccheri della Valtellina by hand. During the cooking phases you will be able to taste an aperitif that will accompany you to lunch with the Pizzoccheri prepared by you. Lunch will be the perfect conclusion to a morning dedicated to discovering the Valtellina gastronomic tradition and the streets of a mountain village

Best Romantic way to experience Lake Como! Forget the Villas on Lake Como... Forget the same fine-dining restaurants! You are on a sailboat, just the 2 of you... in the middle of the lake, surrounded by nature, floating on calm waters, cuddled by the summer breeze and embraced by the sunset colors over your head... The boat is yours and we're sure you'll fully enjoy the charming atmosphere on board. You'll be slowly heading north until you reach the best place to sit at our romantic table. Dinner is soon served with food specialties by a local bistrot! Toast to your Love and your Night on Lake Como! Pure freedom, relax and magic... a charming sailing experience! Take your towel with you in case the weather is hot enough to refresh into our clear blue waters. Eastern side of Lake Como is the Perfect Scenery for celebrating your Love! The sweetest night ever...

If there’s one dish everyone wishes they could bring home from Italy, it’s fresh egg pasta, a northern Italian signature. Learn how to mix, roll, cut, and cook your own fresh pasta alongside a local chef in a hotel kitchen or another location near Bellagio—then eat it for lunch or dinner along with wine and coffee or tea. With numbers capped at just 10 travelers, you’re sure to master the tricks of the trade.

Pasta lovers—prepare to be amazed! This pasta-making class at a Cesarina’s home is the perfect way to learn new skills and taste incredible food too. Enjoy direct access to your teacher for questions during this small-group lesson. Learn the secrets of the region’s most loved pasta dishes, and make three recipes. The best thing about the experience is that you get to eat the food at the end with wine included.

Como between food and art Together with your licensed tourist guide ,this half-day (4 hrs) eno-gastronomic tour will allow you to discover the jewel-city of Como and its art treasures together with the pleasant experience of tasting typical local foods and wines, true Italian excellences. A pleasant immersion in this splendid territory, rich in charm, art, culture and flavors, an unforgettable experience for you!

Learn to shop for fragrant herbs, fresh meats, and ripe fruits and vegetables and to prepare a traditional Italian meal with this private market tour and cooking class that focuses on traditional Como recipes and foods. Discover old family recipes passed down through generations and prepare a 4-course meal to enjoy with locally produced wines.

The Exclusivity of the Lake Centre: Bellagio and the Magic of Villa Balbianello We invite you to experience Lake Como in the most private and unforgettable way: combining the liveliness of Bellagio with the timeless elegance of Villa Balbianello, accessible by your own private boat. The Details That Make the Difference: Private and Reserved Boat (2 Hours): Enjoy a private tour in total relaxation. The 2-hour cruise includes a stop of about 30 minutes to allow you to visit the gardens of the magnificent Villa Balbianello (entrance tickets included). Private Luxury Return Transfer: Travel stress-free. Our driver will pick you up and drop you off at your chosen location. Options: Departure and arrival from/to any location on Lake Como or from/to Milan. (Please note: the car service covers the outward and return journeys; it is not available during the excursion). Free time in Bellagio: Time to stroll around and enjoy the village before your boat adventure.

Combine a Lake Como cruise with lunch at a scenic lakeside restaurant on this small-group tour. An experience designed to showcase “la dolce vita” of Lake Como, the combo-tour starts with a cruise from Bellagio by elegant Venetian water taxi, and finishes with lunch and red wine in Bellagio. An entry ticket to the gardens of Villa Melzi is an extra perk.

Unlock the secrets of Italian cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Lake Como. Connect with an Italian host in their own kitchen for a personalized culinary adventure as you learn the art of pizza-making, and create Italy’s most famous dessert—tiramisu. Then, indulge in a delicious meal paired with local wines.

Join a shared cooking class at a local's home and discover the secrets of Italy's most famous dishes while savoring your creations paired with local wines. Your host will guide you through preparing three authentic recipes, providing all the necessary ingredients and utensils. After cooking, enjoy the meal you've made, complemented by red and white wines. This experience offers the chance to enjoy traditional Italian food, learn regional recipes, and connect with a welcoming family. Cesarine, Italy's oldest network of over 1000 home cooks across 500+ cities, offers immersive culinary experiences rooted in family traditions and local specialties.

In the two hours time , we will study the ancient tea culture in China and how it reflect the Buddhism / Dao and Confucius culture which are the three main philosophies that compose the Chinese culture which last form 10 minutes Then Go through the 6 main tea families and teh modern tea evolution in modern time which will take about 10minutes. After that I will share tea picking season and tea making procedure brief introduction . Then it would be the tea services and tea varieties pairing and learn how different water quality and temperature impact the tea water taste. When would be the best time to drink tea. You will get to practice 2000year old ancient style Tea ceremony (Kongfu cha) after the demonstration. Last we will study how to pair different tea with food and have some tea Dimsum tasting before finishing.

We only use the original recipe for Neapolitan Pizza. That means that every single ingredient is compliant with the specifications to call it Neapolitan DOC Pizza. As in the wood-burning oven we use only 100% beech wood and not mixed wood as usual in restaurants, the flavour will be really unique!

"Cooking" is relax and fun for me, it is the pleasure of being in company and spending carefree moments together while sharing experiences and why not, also culinary secrets listening to good music and drinking good wine. My husband and I are Neapolitans, so for us the password is "hospitality": my home is your home. We are about 45 years old, I am an inlingua Italian teacher since 2006, we both speak fluently English and Spanish and we love cooking together (we have been doing it for 20 years now) but we like even more to share these experiences with other people , being in good company and meeting people from all over the world. What to expect from this experience? We will certainly teach you new things in the kitchen with some of our little secrets, all while having fun in a peaceful and relaxed environment at the same time.

Book in advance and capture the spirit of Lake Como on a walking tour of Bellagio and Varenna, two of the mid-lake region's most enchanting towns. Stop at a castle overlooking the lake to sample local olive oil, and savor a pasta lunch at a local resturaunt. Enjoy a private cruise in a Venetian water taxi to visit the opulent gardens of Villa del Balbianello and Villa Melzi.

Learn to make a traditional Italian aperitivo during this small-group drinks workshop in Como. Immerse yourself in the Italian practice of sundowner drinks and learn the art of making the perfect one yourself. You’ll also learn to prepare some appetizers to go along with your drinks, sipping a selection of red and white Italian wines throughout the session.

Discover the flavors of Italy in this immersive pizza and tiramisu-making workshop in Como. Guided by a host with roots in both northern and southern Italy, learn the secrets behind making perfect dough, authentic pizza, and classic regional desserts. This hands-on class blends local tradition, heritage, and Mediterranean flair, offering not just recipes but lasting cooking skills. It’s a warm, intimate culinary experience that celebrates Italy’s rich food culture.

Discover the secrets of authentic Italian cuisine with this home cooking experience. Visit a traditional villa on the banks of Lake Como; get hands-on as you cook up an array of appetizers, pastas, and meat dishes; then tuck into your delicious homemade creations, accompanied local wine and dessert.

An unprecedented journey. 4 days walking on the western shore of Lake Como from Dongo to Cernobbio. An average of 10 km per day for an average hiking level. Including 3 nights in hotel with breakfast and dinner. The west branch of Lake Como offers nature, history, traditions, small villages, luxury villas, grand hotels and gardens. The walking route allows you to get in touch with all this and fully enjoy its beauty. Museum of the Larian Boat, Castle of Rezzonico, Menaggio, Villa Carlotta, Villa del Balbianello, the Sacred Mount of Ossuccio, Comacina Island, Villa Oleandra by George Clooney, Villa d'Este, the Garden of the Valley... and much more. It is not a holiday, it is a real journey to discover the authentic side of Lake Como, to know and experience it as a local. By your side there will be a GAE Membership Pro Guide and to save your backs we also have luggage transport from one hotel to another.

Engage your senses and discover one of Italy's most sought-after specialty products on a  private truffle hunt in Bellagio. Hike through family land on the Lake Como shores with local chef Luigi Gandola and his trained truffle-sniffing dog on a search for the rare, fragrant tubers and wild mushrooms. Take the harvest back to a Bellagio restaurant, where the chef will whip up a gourmet meal featuring truffle and mushroom dishes with wine, prepared just for your party.

Join Valentina for a spread of her family's signature Italian dishes. Her home is cosy and colourful! You'll enjoy a 3-course meal, made from seasonal and fresh ingredients from the local market, before heading out for a walk by the nearby lake. You'll have plenty of time to get to know your host, to discover about life in Como and note down all her suggestions of places to visit in the area.

Enjoy a mouthwatering introduction to local flavors on this food walking tour of Como. Get the inside scoop on the town’s foodie scene from a licensed tour guide; sample regional delicacies such as olive oils, local wines, focaccia, meats and cheeses, and finish with a gelato. Your guide also provides information on the local history, culture, and architecture while you walk around.

Your experience begins in the heart of Varenna, where you will meet near the ferry pier. From there, a short five-minute walk leads to the entrance of a historic private villa. Once inside, you’ll stroll through a beautiful terraced garden filled with flowers, cypress trees, and lush greenery. A gentle walk of about 15–20 minutes takes you through the garden terraces carved into the hillside. At the top, you’ll reach a secluded garden viewpoint overlooking Lake Como — a perfect setting for photos and quiet moments away from the busy village below. In a private shaded corner of the garden, a carefully prepared picnic table awaits. Each table is elegantly decorated with Italian tableware and refined details. Guests will enjoy a curated picnic basket with local cheeses, cold appetizers, seasonal fruit, small desserts, and your choice of wine or prosecco selected in advance. You will then have time to relax, enjoy the setting, and savor the picnic in complete privacy.