Top Parma Cooking Classes

A real family home. A medieval village in the Parma hills. Fresh pasta made by hand, a panoramic terrace, and an Italian lunch or dinner with local wine. This is a morning or afternoon well spent — with me, Virginia, Mamma Nadia, and possibly two very curious cats. - A real family home, not a cooking school — you'll cook in our kitchen, eat at our table, and share the afternoon with us like a guest, not a tourist - Calestano, a medieval village in the Parma hills — not a city kitchen, but a panoramic terrace overlooking countryside that most visitors never see - Ingredients from our own garden — seasonal, organic, and picked that morning - Local black truffle, available as an add-on — harvested right here in these hills - Maximum 8 guests — intimate by design, never a crowd - Private transfer from Parma available — no car needed, no stress

Secure the ultimate foodie experience when visiting Parma—a private cooking class in a beautiful local villa with a chance to feast on your culinary creations at the end. Don’t worry about bringing anything with you—as all ingredients and equipment are provided. The class showcases a variety of traditional recipes from Parma, with hands-on demonstrations and top tips that you wouldn’t find in a recipe book.

The setting for this culinary adventure is Stefania's ancestral family home, nestled in the picturesque green hills south of Parma. This charming location adds an authentic touch to your experience, as you step into a place that holds generations of culinary traditions. The region's rich gastronomic history is reflected in the rustic ambiance of the house, transporting you to a bygone era where food was lovingly prepared and shared among loved ones. The menu for the experience will be carefully crafted based on the season and availability of ingredients at the local market. This ensures that you have the opportunity to work with the freshest produce and experience the true essence of Parma's culinary delights. To complement the delectable meal, Stefania will also provide carefully selected wines and digestives. These accompaniments are thoughtfully chosen to enhance the flavors of the dishes, offering a complete sensory experience that delights both the palate and the soul.

Get hands-on with a local Emilia-Romagna pasta maker and prepare fresh tortelli d’erbetta. Enjoy Parmigiano, wine, and a traditional dessert in an authentic Parma experience. - Learn to make tortelli d’erbetta with a real sfoglina from Emilia. - Welcome tasting with Parmigiano PDO and local wine to break the ice. - Hands-on and interactive experience for adults, children, and families. - Discover tips and stories from Parma’s traditional cuisine. - Enjoy your creations with a typical local dessert.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Cook with me a full Italian meal. Put on the apron, pull up your sleeves and dive into a unique, hands on opportunity of a full immersion into Italian cuisine. Either if you are a total beginner or an experienced cook, we will customize your experience to make it the highlight of your trip.

No car? No problem! We offer a comfortable and stress-free transportation service from the center of Parma, so you can relax and enjoy the journey. Just let us know in advance! You'll discover the secrets of my family's kitchen, learning the art of handmade pasta enriched with one of Italy’s most prized ingredients: black truffle. You'll learn to prepare delicate ravioli, silky tagliatelle, and rich traditional sauces that will impress your friends and family long after your trip. All the vegetables we use come directly from my family's garden, ensuring fresh and authentic flavors for our dishes. After the lesson, you’ll enjoy the pasta we’ve made together, a delicious appetizer featuring local products and wine, and to finish, an unforgettable tiramisu. My friends say it’s the best they’ve ever tasted—will you agree?

Visit a Prosciutto di Parma factory to discover how the noble Parma ham is made and aged, at the end of the Visit enjoy the tasting of Parma ham accompanied by homemade bread and wine from the Parma Hills.

Learn how to cook the authentic cuisine of Parma with this private cooking class. You'll learn how to whip up three of the region's finest dishes from scratch in the home of a local cooking enthusiast. Once your food is ready, you'll get to pair your creations with local wines and eat up!

Bring one of Italy’s tastiest—and most glamorous—traditions back home with you. During this private gastronomy workshop, you’ll master the art of the perfect “aperitivo.” Join your instructors in an authentic Italian home, where you’ll learn how to prepare traditional snacks like bruschetta, with fresh, regional ingredients. Pair it with a fizzy prosecco or classic red wine, and settle down to enjoy the food, drinks, and conversation with locals.

Experience Parma’s cuisine first-hand by connecting with a local host for a stroll through the city’s food market followed by a home cooking class. Learn how Italians shop according to the season at the market, then join your host in her kitchen to pick up tips and techniques for turning out fresh pasta and tiramisù like a pro. Cap off your experience by sampling the dishes you’ve prepared, served with local wine.

Discover the traditional flavors of Parma during a private, half-day cooking class at a local’s home. Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes from the Emilia-Romagna region during this hands-on class. Make fresh pasta from scratch, such as ricotta-stuffed tortelli. Feast on three different types of pasta and local wines after the class.

Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and discover how Italian mamma and nonnas used to prepare awesome pizza at home. With this private hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to make pizza and tiramisù from scratch from a real Italian family. To complete your feast, enjoy what you have prepared for lunch or dinner with a selection of local wine included. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family with a pizza party once you come back home! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Make fresh boragine ravioli in a lush Italian garden in Cremona! Discover healing herbs, handcraft pasta, and taste tradition with butter, Grana Padano, and sage

Enter a typical Emilian vinegar cellar and discover all about vinegar. Discover the history of the company. Enjoy an illustration of the production process of the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP and the Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP. Taste diferent Balsamic Vinegar, paired with Parmigiano Reggiano DOP.