Small-Group Pasta and Tiramisu Class in Como with Aperitivo
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Lake Como, Italy
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Step into a local's home in Como to learn how to make fresh pasta and a classic tiramisu. In an intimately sized small group of just 12 people, you'll hear the tricks to roll fresh pasta by hand, and create two dishes as you learn about Lombardy food from your Cesarine host — part of a network of home cooks who preserve regional culinary traditions.
- Enjoy a local experience in the home of a Cesarine cook
- Hear about the regional cuisine of the Lombardy region
- Do as the Italians do and chat over a classic aperitivo
- Meet likeminded cooks in a small group, capped at 12 people
Sample Menu
Starter
Prosecco and nibbles
Enjoy an Italian-style aperitivo at the start of the class, just like in a typical Italian home.
Main
Hand Made Pasta with sauce
Seasonal handmade pasta – Filled or flavored according to the season, cooked and dressed with a simple, flavorful sauce
Dessert
Tiramisù
Classic tiramisù – Handmade, creamy, and layered with coffee-soaked ladyfingers
What's Included
- Shared hands-on cooking class Pasta (2 iconic pasta types) and Tiramisu
- Italian Aperitivo: prosecco and nibbles
- Alcoholic BeveragesWater, local wines and Espresso
- Learn and taste 2 Italian pasta recipes and Tiramisu
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 22100 Como, Province of Como, Italy
This experience will be held in a local's home. For privacy reasons, you will receive the full address of your Cesarina host after you have booked. We will contact you after you've booked to match you up with your ideal Cesarina based on what you are looking for.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Vegetarian, vegan, and kosher options are available upon request.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Oriana_H
This was an amazing experience. Vincenzo was such a great host. He was very personable and made us feel right at home. His love for cooking was quickly passed on to us. We learned how to make pasta and tiramisu but more importantly we learned how nice it was to cook with each other. I would 100% recommend this experience to anyone! Easily the highlight of our trip to Como.
Reviews
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based on 226 reviews
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Nektarios_D, Jul 2026
The most amazing couple to learn and enjoy a taste of italy absolutely wonderful people they made this experience for us!
Jennifer_L, Jul 2026
Wonderful experience! Simona and her mom were the best instructors and the food was incredible! Highly recommend
Maria_J, Jun 2026
This was a great experience. Very hands on where we learned to make various pastas and tiramisu. Our hosts, Simone and Carolina were the best, they made us feel at home.
Roger_R, Jun 2026
Terrific experience. Right in out host's home! They were pleasant, welcoming, and the food preparation was a fantastic experience.
Taylor_C, Jun 2026
We unfortunately had a family emergency and were not able to join the class. Unfortunately the instructor couldn’t even have been bothered to message us back after letting her know the night before that we would not be able to make it. Would not recommend just based on that…
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Taylor,
We are sorry to hear about your family emergency and understand that unexpected situations can arise.
However, your cancellation was made the night before the experience, which falls within the non-refundable cancellation period clearly stated in the booking terms. As a result, the reservation could not be rescheduled or refunded.
Regarding the lack of response, the host was already preparing for the experience and may not have been able to reply immediately. Nevertheless, the cancellation policy remains applicable regardless of the reason for cancellation.
We appreciate your understanding.
Michael_K, Jun 2026
Marguerite was a delightful cook and hostess as she brought us through the traditional ways of cooking with love. The evening was well worth it. After all the cooking we enjoyed our dinner that we prepared with our own hands.
Ben_B, Jun 2026
One of the nicest families I’ve ever met. Hospitable, kind and well spoken. We all LOVED the experience and learned abundantly.
Yiannakis_C, Jun 2026
I highly recommend this piece of experience
The host was excellent and very hospitable
She gave us the recipes
And she cooked perfectly and she answered all questions we had
Andrea_J, May 2026
We just finished our ravioli cooking class with Lidia and Giovanni and it was spectacular! We were running late and they were so accommodating and understanding. The class was wonderful and would highly recommend. Thank you SO much, Lidia & Giavonni!
Daniel_N, May 2026
Anna Maria was an excellent host!!! We had such a wonderful experience with her and we would certainly recommend her to anyone who’s looking for a quality host to show you what cooking really good food looks like and having a great time!
Wayne_W, May 2026
It was so wonderful being welcomed in Morena’s home to take the cooking class. Communication was excellent beforehand so we knew where to go. A truly authentic Italian cooking experience!
Norton_S, Apr 2026
Anna was a gracious and generous host who patiently shared her experience and gently guided our progress. She provided a wonderful set of " snacks" before the class started and shared, with a tour, the amazing building we cooked in.
Catina_K, Apr 2026
This cooking class was EVERYTHING! Francesca and Luca welcomed my husband, daughter, and I like family. The energy was so warm and inviting that my husband got a little too comfortable walking around their house like he’d been there his whole life 😂. We laughed, cooked amazing food, and made such special memories together. If you’re thinking about booking—DO IT!
Catherine_H, Apr 2026
Wonderful class ! Francesca and Lucca are so kind and patient. Highly recommend them. They share their old family recipes and thoroughly explain the techniques.
Antonia_S, Apr 2026
Perfect evening! Anna was a very friendly and welcoming host! She welcomed us with a nice selection of apéritives and wine and made us feel right at home. The pasta and tiramisu making process was really fun and we look forward to making them back at home! Everything was excellent and the food was so yummy! We definitely recommend it!
Oriana_H, Mar 2026
This was an amazing experience. Vincenzo was such a great host. He was very personable and made us feel right at home. His love for cooking was quickly passed on to us. We learned how to make pasta and tiramisu but more importantly we learned how nice it was to cook with each other. I would 100% recommend this experience to anyone! Easily the highlight of our trip to Como.
Alexandra_F, Nov 2025
This was the most amazing experience!!! Cannot recommend it enough!! Anna was so kind and the food was amazing. We learned so much about Italian culture and had so much fun 10/10 experience one of the best nights in Italy. So amazing!!!!
Kristine_C, Oct 2025
Sara was spectacular, welcoming us into her home, sharing her recipes and making us feel like family. Absolutely the highlight of our trip to Como.
Robert_P, Oct 2025
The hosts are wonderful, the food is fantastic, and the vibes were excellent. Highly recommend - regardless of the season
Todd_N, Oct 2025
It was awesome and Sara was fantastic! Very personal and the food was great!! Would recommend to anyone who likes to cook or not!
Suzette_D, Oct 2025
Margherita was friendly, fun & a great chef. She & her boyfriend, Matteo were masters in the kitchen, whom we so enjoyed. I would definitely recommend this class….👍👍👍👍!
Diane_F, Oct 2025
Margherita was our instructor and hostess for our cooking class.
She was a amazing chef and fantastic person.
She made us all feel like
we were part of her family.
We really had so much fun.
Thank you so
much Margherita for making our evening
So special and so enjoyable.
Janelle_W, Sep 2025
Incredible experience that felt like home with Stefania & Vincenzo! They were the most knowledgeable, warm and kind people. You can tell they do this because they love it. Highly recommend as a must do while in como. I am so happy to bring my skills back home!
Stratton_S, Sep 2025
Wonderful experience! Simple, private setting hosted by Anna, whose kindness, energy and fervor for cooking made it more special. Can't miss this one! Γεια σου, Anna!!
Patricia_C, Sep 2025
Fun experience! Lovely chef- clean home- knowledgeable! We were a group of 8- cooking was organized and so much fun!! Food and drink were delicious!!!
Lisa_B, Aug 2025
It was such a lovely experience! So personal, warm, inviting. Food was fantastic, a perfect evening activity.
katie_w, Aug 2025
This was an incredible experience. I am SO happy we booked with Anna. She was kind, fun, and made this entire experience worth it! We made pasta and tiramisu, while she had an entire plate of appetizers ready for us. I highly recommend booking if you want an interactive, fun, cooking experience.
Nadya_A, Aug 2025
Lidia and her son were amazing hosts. We had so much fun to learn how to cook pasta Tagliatelle and Ravioli in different ways, and delicious Tiramisu. Lidia was very attentive and an excellent chef. She gave us tips on some recipes while we cooked. We then had a very enjoyable late lunch. Besides the food we cooked, the hosts had prepared gorgeous platter with local snacks and cheeses. It was a really nice day, thank you!.
JANICE_P, Aug 2025
Anna was very welcoming. She set a beautiful table of antipasto and wine for us. We made ravioli, Tagliatelle pasta, fresh sauce and Tiramisu. All ingredients were fresh. It was delicious! This was a great experience and my husband and I highly recommend it.
Jane_L, Aug 2025
Monica was a wonderful host! It was a pleasure being with her. She was very knowledgeable and truly catered to my 10 year old son!
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