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Discover the Best of Sicilian Cooking Classes
Explore Palermo’s iconic food market and cook authentic Sicilian dishes from scratch.
- Everything you get: Visit Mercato del Capo with a professional chef, enjoy local tastings, and prepare a traditional Sicilian 3-course meal in a hands-on small-group cooking class with unlimited wine, all ingredients, and a digital recipe booklet included.
- Why choose this: Unlike demo-style classes, this experience is fully hands-on from market visit to final meal.
Explore Palermo’s iconic food market and cook authentic Sicilian dishes from scratch.
- Everything you get: Visit Mercato del Capo with a professional chef, enjoy local tastings, and prepare a traditional Sicilian 3-course meal in a hands-on small-group cooking class with unlimited wine, all ingredients, and a digital recipe booklet included.
- Why choose this: Unlike demo-style classes, this experience is fully hands-on from market visit to final meal.
Inclusions
- Mercato del Capo visit
- Local food tastings
- Hands-on cooking class
- 3-course Sicilian meal
- Unlimited local wine
- Apron & cooking utensils
- All cooking ingredients
- Graduation certificate
- Digital recipe booklet
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Additional information
- Mercato del Capo includes several smaller market areas such as Ballarò, La Vucciria, and Lattarini.
- On Mondays and selected holidays, fish markets may remain closed. Additional tastings will be offered instead.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Spend unforgettable family moments as you learn how to make pizza and gelato like a true local from a professional, English-speaking chef.
- Pay close attention as your pizzaiolo demonstrates how to make the perfect “sfincione” pizza, loosely translating to "thick sponge".
- Learn about the history of Italian ice cream as you make fresh pistachio gelato and a cone to go with it.
- Enjoy the opportunity to sample premium wines and olive oils as you wait for the food to be ready before settling down for a well-earned dinner.
- Leave the cooking class with happy memories, a graduation certificate, and a digital recipe booklet to impress your friends and family.
- Spend unforgettable family moments as you learn how to make pizza and gelato like a true local from a professional, English-speaking chef.
- Pay close attention as your pizzaiolo demonstrates how to make the perfect “sfincione” pizza, loosely translating to "thick sponge".
- Learn about the history of Italian ice cream as you make fresh pistachio gelato and a cone to go with it.
- Enjoy the opportunity to sample premium wines and olive oils as you wait for the food to be ready before settling down for a well-earned dinner.
- Leave the cooking class with happy memories, a graduation certificate, and a digital recipe booklet to impress your friends and family.
Inclusions
- Pizza and gelato cooking lesson
- English-speaking local chef
- Demonstration of "sfincione" making (pizza palermitana)
- All ingredients for pizza and gelato making
- Use of apron and cooking utensils
- Dinner with wine and Marsala wine, soft drinks for children
- Graduation certificate
- Digital booklet with recipes
- Tip: After the cooking class, take some time to visit the nearby famous attractions such as the Teatro Massimo and the Norman Palace.
- Please inform the chef about any vegetarian preferences, food intolerances, or allergies in advance.
- Wines are available only for guests aged 18 and above. Children can enjoy soft drinks.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION3 hours - 4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERWalk
1. Option 1: Via della Polveriera 9, near Colosseum
The ultimate “Rome by day, romance by night” combo, this experience not only helps you tick off the big sights — the Colosseum, Forum, Constantine's Arch — but also keeps your itinerary efficient and exciting with a nearby cooking class.
To reach this cooking studio, head to the terrace above the Colosseo metro station. Take the pedestrian bridge that passes over the street. The office is about 50 meters across; you can spot it by the purple flag.
Things to do
Introductions
Tiramisu
Ravioli
Fettuccine
Enjoy your sit down meal
2. Option 2: Via Cipro 4L at La Nicchia Cafe, near Vatican Museums
3. Option 3: Restaurant Gusto, Via Giuseppe Zanardelli 14, near Piazza Navona
End point
Cooking studio
Perfect making 3 Italian staples in a small group with a local chef in the Eternal City.
- Everything you get: Roll up your sleeves and begin by preparing a classic tiramisù, then learn to make fresh ravioli and fettuccine from scratch in amatriciana or cacio e pepe sauces. Use the freshest produce and discover traditional pasta-making techniques. Finally, sit down to enjoy your creations with a complimentary drink.
- Why choose this: Understand how time-honored techniques and seasonal ingredients work in tandem to craft three Italian classics. With small group sizes (10-15 guests approx), personal guidance and an inclusive atmosphere is guaranteed. Be part of the communal eating ethos in Rome through this experience.
Perfect making 3 Italian staples in a small group with a local chef in the Eternal City.
- Everything you get: Roll up your sleeves and begin by preparing a classic tiramisù, then learn to make fresh ravioli and fettuccine from scratch in amatriciana or cacio e pepe sauces. Use the freshest produce and discover traditional pasta-making techniques. Finally, sit down to enjoy your creations with a complimentary drink.
- Why choose this: Understand how time-honored techniques and seasonal ingredients work in tandem to craft three Italian classics. With small group sizes (10-15 guests approx), personal guidance and an inclusive atmosphere is guaranteed. Be part of the communal eating ethos in Rome through this experience.
Inclusions
- Ingredients
- Local chef
- Complimentary drinks
- Gourmet tasting session (as per option selected)
- Water
- Small group of 10-15 participants
Exclusions
- Additional food and beverages
- Hotel transfers
What to bring
- A generous appetite!
What's not allowed
- Pets
- Children below the age of 4 years
Additional information
- This experience is wheelchair accessible
- A heartfelt grazie can go a long way—and if you’d like to show extra appreciation, a small tip is always warmly received.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- This experience has it all: good food, wine, and the company of fellow foodies!
- In this 3-hour class, you will learn how to cook a lovely Italian meal while being guided by a professional chef.
- Meet the chef in the famous Trastevere neighborhood and be greeted with Prosecco and snacks, the perfect aperitif before the class begins.
- Then, learn how to make pasta from scratch.
- The chef will guide you and the (less than 12) members of your small group through the hands-on process.
- Don't hesitate to ask questions about anything related to food or Rome.
- Finally, taste the fruits of your labor and pair it with some fine Italian wine.
- End your session with two takeaways: a pleasant memory, and the recipe for an authentic Italian dish to impress friends and family back home!
- This experience has it all: good food, wine, and the company of fellow foodies!
- In this 3-hour class, you will learn how to cook a lovely Italian meal while being guided by a professional chef.
- Meet the chef in the famous Trastevere neighborhood and be greeted with Prosecco and snacks, the perfect aperitif before the class begins.
- Then, learn how to make pasta from scratch.
- The chef will guide you and the (less than 12) members of your small group through the hands-on process.
- Don't hesitate to ask questions about anything related to food or Rome.
- Finally, taste the fruits of your labor and pair it with some fine Italian wine.
- End your session with two takeaways: a pleasant memory, and the recipe for an authentic Italian dish to impress friends and family back home!
Inclusions
- All ingredients for your pasta
- Prosecco, wine, appetizers, pasta, dessert & digestif
- Two different types of pasta (including Ravioli)
- Expert Italian chef to guide you
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Gratuities
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
Start point
Central Rome
1. Option 1: Restaurant Gusto - Via Giuseppe Zanardelli 14, Piazza Navona
Taking a cooking class near Piazza Navona is more than an activity — you’re creating a memory surrounded by the elegance and energy of one of Rome’s most iconic squares. If your hotel or Airbnb is anywhere near the city center, you're just a short, scenic walk away from your cooking class.
Note: Meet your chef guide at Restaurant Gusto, where your experience begins.
Things to do
Tiramisu
Pizza
Enjoy your sit-down meal
2. Option 2: La Panetteria Ristorante in Via della Panetteria 13a, near Trevi Fountain
End point
Your cooking studio
Handcraft two of Italy’s beloved dishes with a professional chef in central Rome.
- Everything you get: Join an interactive cooking class led by a professional chef, where you’ll make authentic pizza from scratch and craft classic tiramisu using top-quality Italian ingredients. Savor your creations in a welcoming, social setting with complimentary drinks.
- Why choose this: Make and hand-toss your own pizza and craft creamy tiramisu in a deliciously interactive experience that’s perfect for all. Kids have a blast getting messy, parents love the authentic flavors, and everyone leaves with full bellies and big smiles.
Handcraft two of Italy’s beloved dishes with a professional chef in central Rome.
- Everything you get: Join an interactive cooking class led by a professional chef, where you’ll make authentic pizza from scratch and craft classic tiramisu using top-quality Italian ingredients. Savor your creations in a welcoming, social setting with complimentary drinks.
- Why choose this: Make and hand-toss your own pizza and craft creamy tiramisu in a deliciously interactive experience that’s perfect for all. Kids have a blast getting messy, parents love the authentic flavors, and everyone leaves with full bellies and big smiles.
Inclusions
- Ingredients
- Local chef
- Complimentary drinks and soft drinks
- Water
- Small group of 10-15 participants
Exclusions
- Additional food or beverages not listed in the inclusions
What's not allowed
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Additional Information
- Please let the tour operator know beforehand if you have any dietary restrictions.
- It’s not standard practice, but if your host gave you a taste of la dolce vita, a tip is a lovely way to say thanks.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Whisk ceremonial matcha in a peaceful Asakusa studio surrounded by traditional Japanese tea culture.
- Everything you get: Join a hands-on matcha-making session in Asakusa led by an English-speaking instructor and learn traditional tea preparation techniques step by step. Whisk your own bowl of matcha, then enjoy it alongside two types of seasonal Japanese sweets in a calm studio setting.
- Why choose this: A quiet cultural pause between sightseeing stops in Asakusa, offering a slower look into Japanese tea traditions without requiring prior experience.
What you'll make
- Matcha green tea
What you'll taste during the class
- Matcha green tea
- Seasonal Japanese sweets
Whisk ceremonial matcha in a peaceful Asakusa studio surrounded by traditional Japanese tea culture.
- Everything you get: Join a hands-on matcha-making session in Asakusa led by an English-speaking instructor and learn traditional tea preparation techniques step by step. Whisk your own bowl of matcha, then enjoy it alongside two types of seasonal Japanese sweets in a calm studio setting.
- Why choose this: A quiet cultural pause between sightseeing stops in Asakusa, offering a slower look into Japanese tea traditions without requiring prior experience.
What you'll make
- Matcha green tea
What you'll taste during the class
- Matcha green tea
- Seasonal Japanese sweets
Inclusions
- Admission to Matcha Studio
- Hands-on matcha preparation session
- English-speaking instructor
- Two Japanese sweets
- Shared cultural session
- Matcha preparation tools provided
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What to bring
- A printed or digital voucher is required to check in for the session.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Service animals are permitted inside the venue.
Additional information
- No prior tea ceremony experience is required to participate in the session.
- Infants must sit on a guardian's lap during the experience.
- The session accommodates a maximum of 30 travelers at a time.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Learn to make fresh pasta like a true blue Italian 'nonna' at this fun cooking class in Florence.
- Everything you get: A professional English-speaking chef will teach you the basics and guide you as you prepare ravioli, tortelli, and tagliatelle, along with delicious sauces, such as butter and sage, arrabbiata, and Tuscan ragù, to match. Sit down to feast on the meal you prepared, paired with a glass of fine Tuscan wine. Leave with a recipe booklet to try your newfound skills at home.
- Why choose this: If you're looking for an out-of-the-box travel experience that goes beyond visiting museums and monuments, this class is for you. Explore Florence through its food and learn about the rich culinary heritage of Italy.
Learn to make fresh pasta like a true blue Italian 'nonna' at this fun cooking class in Florence.
- Everything you get: A professional English-speaking chef will teach you the basics and guide you as you prepare ravioli, tortelli, and tagliatelle, along with delicious sauces, such as butter and sage, arrabbiata, and Tuscan ragù, to match. Sit down to feast on the meal you prepared, paired with a glass of fine Tuscan wine. Leave with a recipe booklet to try your newfound skills at home.
- Why choose this: If you're looking for an out-of-the-box travel experience that goes beyond visiting museums and monuments, this class is for you. Explore Florence through its food and learn about the rich culinary heritage of Italy.
Inclusions
- Professional English-speaking chef
- Cooking essentials
- Lunch
- Unlimited Tuscan wine and soft drinks
- Booklet with recipes
Exclusions
- Transportation
- Tips
- Vegetarians are welcome too! Please inform in advance.
- Please inform about any food allergies or intolerance in advance.
- This experience requires a minimum number of participants. If that number is not met, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Guests under the age of 18 years can only join the tour if they are accompanied by at least one adult.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Knead, shape, and savor; turn simple ingredients into an Italian feast with wine.
- Everything you get: Step into a hands-on kitchen session where you’ll craft two types of fresh pasta and a classic tiramisù with a local chef. Cook with seasonal ingredients, plate your creations, and sit down to enjoy it all with wine, plus a recipe booklet to take home.
- Why choose this: It’s not just cooking; you’ll learn techniques, dine on your own creations, and recreate the experience back home with confidence.
Knead, shape, and savor; turn simple ingredients into an Italian feast with wine.
- Everything you get: Step into a hands-on kitchen session where you’ll craft two types of fresh pasta and a classic tiramisù with a local chef. Cook with seasonal ingredients, plate your creations, and sit down to enjoy it all with wine, plus a recipe booklet to take home.
- Why choose this: It’s not just cooking; you’ll learn techniques, dine on your own creations, and recreate the experience back home with confidence.
Inclusions
- Hands-on pasta & tiramisù class
- 2 fresh pasta types with sauces
- A professional English-speaking local chef
- Aprons, cooking utensils and ingredients
- Meal with your handmade dishes with wine (soft drinks for kids)
- Digital recipe booklet
- Vegetarian-friendly options
What to bring
- Valid ID for age verification if needed.
Accessibility
- This experience is accessible to wheelchair users. Please inform in advance for mobility needs.
Additional information
- Arrive 15 mins early; late entry is not allowed.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please inform allergies or dietary needs in advance.
- This experience cannot be adapted for gluten-free diets.
- This experience includes alcohol. Guests must be of legal drinking age and present a valid ID. Please drink responsibly.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Cook alongside Chef Marina at Porto Turistico di Roma in a relaxed, high-end professional kitchen.
- Everything you get: Join Chef Marina in a seafront kitchen at Porto Turistico di Roma, with a welcome aperitivo and snacks. Learn to make fettuccine and traditional wine cookies in a hands-on class, with all ingredients, tools, water, spirits or soft drinks, and Italian coffee included.
- Why choose this: Ideal if you want a small, refined class that teaches traditional chitarra pasta techniques in a calm, non-touristy setting.
Cook alongside Chef Marina at Porto Turistico di Roma in a relaxed, high-end professional kitchen.
- Everything you get: Join Chef Marina in a seafront kitchen at Porto Turistico di Roma, with a welcome aperitivo and snacks. Learn to make fettuccine and traditional wine cookies in a hands-on class, with all ingredients, tools, water, spirits or soft drinks, and Italian coffee included.
- Why choose this: Ideal if you want a small, refined class that teaches traditional chitarra pasta techniques in a calm, non-touristy setting.
Inclusions
- Hands-on cooking lesson for fettuccine and traditional wine cookies
- Welcome aperitivo with light snacks
- Water, spirits or soft drinks
- Italian coffee
- All ingredients and tools provided
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Inclusions
- Hands-on cooking lesson for fettuccine and traditional wine cookies
- Welcome aperitivo with light snacks
- Water, spirits or soft drinks
- Italian coffee
- All ingredients and tools provided
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.