Do you want to learn how to cook authentic Italian food? Check out our roundup of the 6 best cooking classes in Italy and cook pasta, pizza, and more with local chefs who will teach you all their tips and tricks to mastering Italian cuisine!
From classic carbonara to heart-warming lasagna or a perfectly crispy pizza, there’s so much delicious Italian food to be eaten! It’s time to embrace your inner Italian in the kitchen at one of Eatwith’s cooking classes in Italy.
Not only will you savor some of the country’s most mouthwatering dishes, but you’ll also master the art of making them yourself. Here are the 6 top-rated cooking classes for you to try on your next trip to Italy.
Pasta and Tiramisu Class with a Local on the Amalfi Coast
Join our host Ferdinando at his family farmhouse on the Amalfi Coast for an authentic cooking class that promises unforgettable memories. Guests are welcomed with a coffee or a glass of organic wine before starting a fun, hands-on experience.
The lesson begins with preparing traditional Tiramisu, followed by making fresh pasta, including tagliatelle and ravioli, from scratch. Afterward, everyone cooks and savors the prepared dishes together, accompanied by a good glass of wine. All ingredients used are organically produced on the farm. Book your spot in this delightful culinary adventure here.
Traditional Risotto Cooking Class in Milan
In this authentic risotto cooking class hosted by Towns of Italy, chefs will teach you their expert techniques to learn how to make the perfect risotto and pasta. You’ll visit Milan’s Central Market , which are crammed with fresh produce and local specialities. The marketplace is a hub for locals and tourists offering an abundance of fresh produce and artisanal goods.
Led by your chef, you will take a tour of the market and indulge in some delicious local food along the way. Get ready to experience the flavors and aromas of Milan's Central Market on this exciting tour, where you'll discover the best of Italy's cuisine and culture. Book your seat here.
Authentic Italian Pizza in Florence
In this cooking class you’ll learn the art of making the perfect pizza dough from a true Italian mamma! Host Patrizia is a Florence local who’ll share all the secrets of classic Italian cuisine with you in her amazing pizza cooking class.
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to make everything from scratch, then gather around the table to enjoy your own handmade food, complemented with wine from Patrizia’s family’s vineyard. Book your seat at Patrizia’s pizza cooking class here.
Gourmet Cooking Class and Dinner in Rome
Take your cooking skills to the next level at this 3-hour, small-group cooking lesson in Rome. Chef will teach you all of the secrets. This experience showcases authentic Italian recipes ranging from classic Roman appetizers and desserts to homemade pasta and traditional Tiramisu.
After the cooking class you’ll sit down with your host to taste your very own culinary masterpiece, paired with delicious local wines. Book your seat at Michela's Roman cooking class here.
Make Pizza from Scratch in Naples
Margherita, montanara, ripieno… learn the secrets of traditional Neapolitan pizza making with host Giuseppe in Naples! Master the art of kneading, topping, and baking different kinds of pizza while enjoying a spectacular city view.
Join small groups for a 2-hour class featuring unlimited wine, sweets, and limoncello in Giuseppe’s welcoming home. Book your seat at Giuseppe’s pizza class here and savor the true flavors of Naples!
Sicilian Market Tour and Cooking Class in Palermo
Fulvio in Palermo hosts a completely customizable Sicilian cooking class and food tour of La Vucciria, Palermo’s most famous local market. Discover the market, stock up on local ingredients, and uncover the secrets to cooking some of the most popular Italian recipes.
In this cooking class, Fulvio will teach you how to make classic Sicilian dishes from scratch, along with a handful of useful tips so that you can continue to master Italian cuisine yourself. Book your seat at Fulvio’s Sicilian market tour and cooking class here.
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