Top Umbria Cooking Classes

Learn how to make classic Italian dishes at an organic farm in the hills between Tuscany and Umbria with this family-friendly cooking class. Roll up your sleeves and get to work with your host and instructor making two types of fresh pasta or gnocchi, especially fun for kids. Then put together a sweet treat guaranteed to satisfy the youngest gourmets before sampling your handiwork over an al fresco meal.

Immerse in the essence of Italian food and hospitality on this exclusive cooking course in a private home. Choose between lunch or dinner sessions, then join your host to prepare three regional signature dishes—the Italian way, from scratch. Finally, sit down and enjoy your culinary masterworks, washed down with wine, Italian coffee, and great conversation.

My name is Francesco Borsari, and cooking has always been my language, connecting me to the land and cherished memories. I invite you to a special experience in an ancient olive mill by Lake Trasimeno, in the heart of Umbria. Surrounded by stunning views and the scent of freshly pressed olive oil, we’ll prepare traditional Umbrian dishes using local, organic ingredients. We’ll roll out fresh pasta, create savory sauces, and craft timeless recipes passed down through generations. You’ll taste the finest olive oils from the mill and enjoy a guided tour, learning about the pressing process and history. At the end, we’ll share the meal we’ve created, savoring each bite and celebrating good food, laughter, and being together. It’s more than just a cooking class – it’s an unforgettable journey into the heart of Umbria, by Lake Trasimeno.

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. 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.

Learn the secrets of traditional Umbrian and Tuscan cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Orvieto. Learn how to prepare a typical Italian meal using ingredients sourced from local farms and then enjoy your freshly cooked meal with a wine tasting after class. Master these simple and tasty dishes so you can re-create them for your friends and family once home.

Learn about the traditional cooking of Umbria with this half-day class. Led by an English-speaking teacher, the class includes cooking a five-course meal from scratch. After the lesson, feast on what you prepared alongside the estate’s red wine. A recipe book is included for replicating the dishes at home.

Press pause on your sightseeing and experience Italian cuisine first-hand with this pasta and tiramisù cooking class with a passionate home cook in Assisi. Join your host and a small group to hone your kitchen skills and learn how to prepare fresh pasta from scratch like an Italian “mamma”. Then put together a creamy tiramisù using all traditional ingredients before sampling your handiwork over a festive meal.

On this behind-the-scenes tour of the family-run Tili winery in Assisi, you won’t just have the chance to enjoy multiple glasses of organic, locally made wine. You’ll also go for a tour of the vineyard and facilities, will learn the ins and outs of the winemaking process, and will even enjoy a light meal, featuring bruschetta, cheese and salami, and other traditional nibbles.

Immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of Umbria with a hands-on gnocchi-making class using the famous red potatoes of Colfiorito. Begin with an aperitif of local Umbrian produce, offering a true taste of the region. Then, learn to make soft, flavorful gnocchi from scratch, paired with a seasonal sauce for a memorable dish. This immersive cooking experience takes place in a peaceful countryside setting, surrounded by nature, providing a relaxed, authentic atmosphere. To finish, enjoy a homemade dessert as a sweet surprise. This unique experience, hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, offers travelers an opportunity to connect with local culinary traditions. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cook, this class will equip you with the skills to recreate real Italian gnocchi at home. Don't miss this chance to explore Umbria’s rich cuisine in a hands-on, unforgettable cooking adventure!

Learn the secrets to preparing classic dishes like an authentic Italian “nonna” in the comfort and privacy of your vacation villa anywhere in Umbria. Enjoy the convenience of a private chef who will come to the location of your choice for an informal, hands-on lesson to prepare the recipes you choose. Relax after the class over lunch or dinner featuring the dishes you’ve made together served in your villa’s dining room or garden.

Immerse yourself in Spoleto’s history and culinary traditions with a walking tour and cooking class that blends culture, food, and authentic flavors. Begin with a guided stroll through Spoleto’s medieval streets, visiting local markets and food shops to discover Umbrian cuisine and its farm-to-table philosophy. After an hour of exploration, head to a local home kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Using fresh, high-quality local ingredients, you’ll prepare classic Umbrian dishes like handmade strangozzi pasta, truffle-infused specialties, or rustic lentil soup, mastering traditional techniques passed down for generations. Once the meal is ready, enjoy your homemade feast paired with fine Umbrian wine in the cozy, welcoming atmosphere of an authentic home in Spoleto. Ideal for food lovers and cultural explorers, this experience offers new skills, authentic recipes, and unforgettable memories of Spoleto’s rich flavors.

Step into the world of authentic Italian pasta-making with this interactive cooking class in Assisi. Hosted in a charming home-style street-side cooking school, this experience is designed for food lovers looking to explore the art of fresh stuffed pasta. With guidance from skilled chef, you’ll learn how to prepare traditional tortellini from scratch, mastering essential techniques such as dough kneading, precise rolling, and shaping the perfect bite-sized pasta parcels. You’ll also discover the secrets behind classic fillings and broths that bring out the best flavors in this beloved Italian specialty. Once your tortellini are ready, you will conclude the cooking class with a brief tasting of the dishes prepared together, as the main goal is to teach you techniques and share tips that you can take home and use in your own kitchen. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned home cook, this class offers an engaging, fun, and rewarding culinary experience.

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.

Discover Perugia’s flavors in a charming cooking school beneath Palazzo Baldeschi Oddi. Prepare torta al testo, lemon ravioli, and tiramisu while learning authentic Umbrian techniques and traditions

Just 5 minutes from the historic center of Spoleto, a local hostess opens the doors of her charming countryside home to share the real heart of Umbrian cuisine. This culinary experience gives you the chance to choose the class that best suits the season and your passion — and dive hands-on into one of Italy's most beloved food traditions. Choose your experience: join the Pasta Class — available all year — or, if you are visiting in summer, book the Pizza Class Whichever you choose, the experience follows the same warm, unhurried rhythm: your hostess guides sharing techniques and stories passed down through generations. At the end of the class, everyone gathers around the table to enjoy the fruits of their labor — a full convivial meal with a traditional second course, homemade dessert, and a glass of carefully selected regional wine. More than a cooking lesson, this is an invitation to slow down, connect with the land, and take home a piece of authentic Italian life.

Hit pause on your sightseeing and experience Assisi’s culinary side with this home cooking class. Meet with a local host and instructor for a hands-on pizza and tiramisu’ workshop in a home kitchen. Create authentic pizza and rich tiramisù from scratch with the help of your host, then feast on your handiwork (served with wine) over lunch or dinner.

Visit a traditional Assisi winery and meet family winemakers who have perfected their craft with this hands-on cooking class hosted in a local cellar. Roll up your sleeves with your instructor to make Italian focaccia bread, fresh pasta, and dessert using seasonal, local ingredients during a hands-on cooking class, then savor your meal paired with organic Assisi wines.

Learn the secrets of cooking authentic Italian food on this small-group tour, where your host will walk you through the entire process, from a tour of the neighborhood market, to inviting you into their home- not like other generic cooking classes. You’ll enjoy an apertivo and nibbles to get things started, and then get started on your pasta dish and Tiramisu before sitting down to a communal meal at the end.

Go for a sunrise hot air balloon ride over some of Italy’s most beautiful scenery, and complement your journey with a delicious breakfast and wine tasting, on this one-of-a-kind outing. Meet in the early morning and take to the skies in the company of an experienced pilot; you’ll enjoy a special perspective on Assisi, Perugia, and the lovely Umbrian countryside. Upon landing, you’ll transfer to the Cantina Dionigi winery, where you can enjoy traditional local nibbles and wines.

What makes Mela’s Kitchen special is its genuine, convivial atmosphere. This isn’t just a cooking class, but a chance to slow down, cook together and experience the warmth of an Italian kitchen. Manuela welcomes every guest with her natural energy, humour and passion for food, making everyone feel at home from the very beginning. The recipes are simple, authentic and prepared with carefully selected, genuine ingredients that celebrate the flavours of Umbria and Italian tradition. More than learning a recipe, it’s about sharing stories, laughter, good food and time around the table just as we do in Italy.

Step into the world of authentic Italian pastry-making with this hands-on dessert masterclass in Assisi. Hosted in a charming home-style street-side cooking school, this experience is perfect for food lovers eager to explore the rich traditions of Italian sweets and pastries. Under the guidance of skilled pastry chefs, you’ll learn to prepare a selection of classic Italian desserts, including: -Spoon desserts such as creamy mascarpone-based delights -Traditional cakes and tarts, made with time-honored techniques -Chocolate-based sweets, rich and indulgent, perfect for any occasion You will conclude the cooking class with a brief tasting of the dishes prepared together, as the main goal is to teach you techniques and share tips that you can take home and use in your own kitchen. Whether you're a baking enthusiast or a curious traveler, this masterclass will give you the skills to recreate authentic Italian desserts at home

Go beyond restaurant meals and take a deep dive into the unique cuisine at the Tuscany-Umbria border with this exclusive home cooking class. Connect with a local host and passionate cook to learn how to prepare classic dishes, from fresh pici pasta with aglione sauce to homemade dumplings, through hands-on instruction. Improve your kitchen skills and pick up new techniques as you prepare several traditional recipes, then relax over lunch or dinner featuring the specialties you've created, paired with local wines.

Enjoy the thrill of making your own pasta from scratch. Learn how to make traditional Italian dishes in an authentic home kitchen, taught by a real Italian home cook. Make two types of pasta—one filled and one pasta shape to serve with sauce—and try your hand at making tiramisu, then sit down with your fellow classmates around the family table and enjoy the dishes you’ve created together.