Top Pompeii Cooking Classes

It's not just a cooking class, but you will experience my family moments and our traditions. Our menu is also for vegetarians

Indulge in an authentic culinary journey with an Italian mamma! In this hands-on cooking class, discover the secrets of making homemade pasta from scratch and learn the art of preparing fresh pasta dough, and filling it with delicious ingredients! As you roll up your sleeves and dive into the culinary process, immerse yourself in the sights, smells, and tastes of traditional Italian cuisine and experience the joy of mastering age-old techniques passed down through generations. Amidst laughter and shared stories, enjoy a glass of fine Italian wine, perfectly complementing the culinary adventure. Immerse yourself in the authentic flavors and traditions of Italy, guided by a passionate local host, against the picturesque panorama of Mount Vesuvius.

Italy has a vast and varied culinary heritage, and our local hosts are proud to share its hidden secrets. Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other lovely guests, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class. You'll visit the local market with your Cesarina host, who will teach you all about how to select the best ingredients with the seasons. Then, you'll return to their home, warm up with an Italian Aperitivo and enjoy the class. You'll learn how to make one iconic Pasta type, typical of the city you are visiting, and the famous Tiramisu. After the class, you will enjoy everything you've prepared with local wines. This experience is the perfect choice if you want to encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy through genuine connections, food, and friendship.

Experience the magic of Italian cooking with a 2-hour hands-on class in Sabrina’s charming garden home in the countryside of Pompeii. Surrounded by breathtaking views of Mount Vesuvius and the Lattari Mountains, you'll learn to prepare traditional Campanian dishes using fresh, local ingredients. The experience starts with a tour of Sabrina’s lush garden, where many of the herbs and vegetables for your meal are grown. In her cozy kitchen, you’ll master the art of making fresh pasta from scratch and a classic Italian dessert. Sabrina shares stories of local culture as you cook, making this not just a class, but a cultural immersion. Afterward, enjoy your homemade meal with local wine and liqueur, just minutes from the famous Pompeii ruins.

Indulge in a pasta and tiramisu-making class in a cozy home setting when you book this private experience in Pompeii. Learn the authentic techniques behind Italy's beloved pasta dishes and tiramisu, then savor your creations paired with local wines for lunch or dinner. Your expert host will share insider tips and tricks during this immersive cooking experience, suitable for all ages.

Francesca will lead you through the step-by-step process of making the perfect pizza dough. You'll get your hands deliciously messy as you knead and shape the dough, learning the art of achieving that sought-after thin and airy crust. Then comes the fun part: selecting your toppings from a bountiful array of fresh vegetables, locally-cured meats, and premium cheeses. Throughout the class, you'll be immersed in a convivial atmosphere, exchanging stories and laughter with Francesca and your fellow aspiring pizza artisans. As the pizzas bake to perfection in the crackling wood-fired oven, you'll savor the delightful aromas wafting through the air, creating an atmosphere that truly captures the essence of Italian hospitality and cuisine. By the end of the class, you'll have gained a newfound confidence in crafting your own authentic Neapolitan pizza at home, leaving you well-prepared to impress your friends and family with your newfound culinary prowess

You'll start with a welcome aperitif featuring local cheeses and grilled vegetables before diving into a cooking lesson on making fresh pasta and tiramisu from scratch. After the lesson, sit down to enjoy a delicious 2-course vegetarian lunch with your creations, accompanied by wine. This small-group experience is perfect for food lovers and those looking to learn the art of Italian cooking in a beautiful setting.

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.

Discover the culture of Italy through its food as you learn to make two classic dishes during this hands-on cooking class. Join your dedicated host at their home and learn how to make an authentic Italian pizza and a delicious tiramisu from scratch. After all your hard work, sit down to your delicious meal paired with local wines and good conversation.

What makes this experience truly magical is the total immersion in the slow rhythm of the Coast: here you are not just a guest, but the protagonist of a story that goes from land to table. The emotion begins with the collection of ingredients, touching the generosity of the earth. Under the expert Guide of the chef, among the enveloping aroma of lemons, you will transform these raw materials into authentic dishes, discovering the secrets of local tradition. The day ends between the regenerating quiet of the gardens and the sympathy of the farm animals, turning a lunch into an indelible memory. It is a return to the origins that smells of home, citrus and conviviality: the purest essence of Mediterranean life.