Top Lombardy Pasta Making Classes

I don't know what could make me more interesting than others. I know that anyone who enters my house immediately feels at ease as if they were sitting at the table of old friends. The dishes offered are typical of the Italian tradition and are prepared with natural products, giving priority to the offerings of the various During the cooking class, guests personally experience the art of making pasta and tiramisu by kneading, mixing, and blending with their own hands. a game lesson that will lead them to taste what they have produced. In the end, we leave with the awareness of a new friendship.

Make two fresh pasta dishes by hand during a small-group cooking class in Varenna, Lake Como. You’ll skip the impersonal feel of a larger cooking class, and rustle up creations in the home of a local, who is part of the Cesarine network of Italian home cooks. Prepare and eat pasta and a tiramisu as you learn about the wider Lombardy region in the best place — an Italian home kitchen.

Learn to create classic dishes of the Lombardy region with a small-group cooking class in Lake Como. A member of the acclaimed Cesarine network of chefs will welcome you into their home for a lesson in Milanese-style cuisine as you help prepare a 3-course menu featuring northern Italian favorites such as a seasonal starter, various kinds of fresh pasta, and a local dessert such as a *torta miascia*, *cutizza* pancake, or tiramisu. When the cooking’s done, sit down with your host and small group to enjoy the homemade meal with wine.

The class will learn to cook three typical dishes of the Italian tradition, using professional tricks and techniques; it will be followed step by step by me as a professional chef but at the same time the atmosphere will be relaxed and pleasant. The recipe cards will be provided so it will be easy to replicate them at home with friends and relatives. The lesson will take place in my cooking workshop, that is, in a real professional kitchen. It is possible to have special menus in case of allergies, intolerances or special diets: please specify your request when booking

Learn to cook Italian staples during your time in Milan with this small-group cooking class in a local home. Discover techniques to create fresh pasta and prepare two different types, with help from your host. To top off your class, learn to make an iconic Italian dessert—tiramisu. After you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy the fruits of your labor paired with local wines.

Food is the cornerstone of Italian culture and this cooking class in Milan covers a few important dishes. Master the art of Milanese cooking as you prepare dishes from scratch such as ravioli and fresh tagliatelle plus watch a gelato-making demonstration. From March 1st, 2026, the dessert will be tiramisù instead of gelato. Then, enjoy the fruits of your labor paired with Italian wines.

Discover how to prepare two famous Italian delicacies–and learn far more than you would by visiting a restaurant–on this small-group cooking class in Milan. Get hands-on with fresh ingredients, prepare pasta dough from scratch, and follow your guide’s treasured family recipe to create tiramisu. Afterward, sit down to enjoy the creations with a glass or two of wine–all included.

Welcome to my cozy home, where you'll uncover the secrets of authentic Italian home cooking. Join me on a culinary journey to explore the rich traditions, vibrant flavors, and heartfelt essence of true Italian cuisine. Since 2018, I’ve had the pleasure of being a culinary instructor, sharing my passion and expertise with food enthusiasts from around the globe. In my kitchen, you’ll discover the importance of high-quality ingredients and learn how Italians embrace the "sacred" art of cooking and dining at home, savoring meals in the company of family and friends. • Discovering my family secrets will help you to prepare easily Italian homemade food • Tailor the dishes to guests' dietary preferences and exclude any allergens (Except gluten intolerance) • Vegan and Vegetarian friendly experience • Get to access to valuable information about Milan and Sicily

Connect with a passionate home cook in Varenna on Lake Como to discover the secrets to making flawless pasta and authentic tiramisù from scratch. Join your host in her home kitchen to hone your skills at rolling and shaping fresh pasta and assembling luscious tiramisù, then relax over lunch or dinner to sample your handiwork served with local wines and Italian espresso.

See Milan's main sights and landmarks and take advantage of your skip-the-line admission to Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' by booking this action-packed, small-group tour. Follow your knowledgeable guide through the streets of Milan, stopping at spots like La Scala opera house, the magnificent gothic Duomo and Sforza Castle. And then stroll right past the line to see the Da Vinci masterpiece depicting Jesus and his disciples eating their last supper.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your local host. As the icing on the cake, you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. This experience is held by Cesarine, the oldest Italy’s network of home cooks available in more than 500 cities all over the country. Cesarine stands for "home cook", they are passionate and welcoming local hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. The Cesarine serve only local specialties from their family cookbooks to tell the great story of their traditional regional cuisine.

Dive into Italian gastronomy during your vacation in the Lake Garda area with this private cooking class. Head to your host’s home and learn to prepare several iconic Italian dishes from scratch, including fresh pasta. Then, enjoy the fruits of your labor paired with a selection of red and white wines.

I will follow every step that will lead you and your children in the making of the typical fresh Italian pasta and in the making of Tiramisu. I will teach you all the steps and my secrets to make these top Italian dishes! You will just have to put your hands in dough and participate in the preparations. Good wine and a tasty aperitif will accompany your experience.

Prepare to take immense pleasure in astounding their guests with a blend of traditional recipes infused with a touch of creativity. Learn new recipes, spanning from appetizers to desserts. To truly comprehend the magic of their cooking, one must experience it firsthand. What to Expect: • Hands-on training from a professional local chef • Learn new cooking techniques that can easily be repeated at home • Discover new traditions and learn historical tips about Italy's unique cuisine

Learn how to cook typical Italian dishes like a real Nonna at a private cooking class held in the home of a local chef. Make fresh pasta and a delicious sauce, and prepare a starter using seasonal vegetables and local produce. For pudding, create a traditional dessert such as tiramisu, then sit down around the table to eat what you’ve created. Round off your meal with a glass of local wine or a coffee.

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.

Step into a stylish local home in Milan for a 1.5-hour authentic pasta-making experience. Be welcomed with an Italian aperitivo, learn to prepare fresh homemade pasta from scratch, and enjoy your delicious dish with a complimentary glass of wine. This immersive Milanese culinary experience is perfect for food lovers, travelers, and anyone looking to connect with Italy’s food culture in a warm and intimate setting

This experience takes place at Casa di Alessio, a real Milan home, not a studio or a cooking school. You’re invited into a lived-in apartment where I host small groups (max 8 guests) for a relaxed, personal evening focused on sharing food, conversation, and time together. There’s no formal teaching style or performance, it's just a genuine Italian home cooking experience. You can actively cook handmade ravioli and tiramisù from scratch, or simply enjoy watching, tasting, and being part of the moment. The atmosphere is intentionally slow and social, more like being welcomed as a guest at a dinner table than attending a class. Everything happens in Cimiano, a quiet residential neighbourhood away from tourist areas, offering a more authentic side of Milan most visitors never see. It’s not about learning techniques — it’s about living an evening the Italian way: around a table, with good food, wine, and conversation.

See Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper and La Scala opera house with a local guide on this half-day tour in Milan, and learn the history behind each of the sights. With a pre-booked ticket, you'll avoid the main entrance lines to see the ‘The Last Supper’ — a painting that attracts scores of visitors. In addition to spending some time with the masterpiece, you'll also explore La Scala Theater, the glamorous shopping arcade of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the Milan Duomo.

Learn to create Italy’s most beloved dishes in a hands-on cooking experience in Milan. Go beyond dining out as you prepare fresh pasta and tiramisu using traditional techniques and ingredients. This experience offers practical skills, cultural insight, and a rewarding way to connect with Italian cuisine that you can recreate long after your trip.

What makes this experience truly special is the guidance of a private local chef with a complete professional background in Italian food and wine culture. The class takes place in a private home surrounded by nature, nestled in a secluded forest with panoramic views over Lake Como. An intimate setting where cuisine, landscape, and authentic Italian hospitality come together

Using two of these doughs, the hosts Niccolò and Francesca will demonstrate the creation of tortellini and ravioli, allowing attendees to experiment with two diverse fillings as they see fit. The third dish will be composed of a dough that excludes eggs, relying solely on the combination of water and flour. The results are sure to be astonishing. Throughout the course, participants will receive two handy utensils, designed to be employed in future culinary endeavors. To complement the experience, attendees will have the pleasure of enjoying fine Italian wine, curated by an expert with a Sommelier diploma.

Cook in a real Milanese home with a true Italian chef and enjoy a fully private experience. Choose the menu you want to prepare — pasta, risotto, pizza, or dessert — and cook step by step together. Not a cooking school, but an authentic Italian home experience. The menu includes: -2 fresh pasta shapes -2 fresh pasta sauces -Dessert