In the kitchen · FAMILY COOKING CLASSES
Children roll pasta happily for about an hour, which is why the family classes are shorter and end with pizza. These 8 state the minimum age, the price for a child and how long you are standing up.
In a three-hour English-language class near the Colosseum, an expert chef guides you through tiramisu, fresh fettuccine, and your choice of carbonara or cacio e pepe. You cook, eat, and drink together in a small group, with vegetarian and non-alcoholic options available by request.
“Lively and fun. New friends made and delicious pasta and tiramisu enjoyed by all!”
At La Vigna degli Dei in Agerola, Pasquale and Rosanna guide you through their family garden, herb foraging, handmade ravioli, tagliatelle, wine cellar, and lemon tiramisù. The 2.5-hour class is limited to 10 people and includes a full meal with homemade wine.
“It was a magnificent experience, Pasquale’s home is unique, all the ingredients are homemade and grown from scratch, freshly made, he is a funny person, very talented and hospitable, we will treasure those memories and next time we will be in the area definitely will come again.”
Spend about three hours cooking fresh pasta and tiramisu with a Cesarine host in a private home around Positano. Hosts may include Rocco and Carla, Antonio, Sergio, Rubina, or Valeria. Expect a small group, family-style meal, local wine, and possible travel to nearby Praiano.
“The host and the staff were terrific. However, the description of the course is completely deceiving. First, it wasn’t a pasta course but an into to Italian food. It is a nice opportunity to socialize with other tourists but NOT a hands on cooking course. For anyone interested in actual cooking experience this is NOT the class for you.”
Walk from Campo de’ Fiori through Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain with a child-friendly guide such as Marco, Francesco, or Alessandra. Expect quizzes, scavenger hunts, pizza, drinks, and gelato, with a flexible pace for families.
“We had the absolute BEST time exploring Rome in the evening and eating amazing pizza and gelato at stops along the way. Our guide, Giulia, was kind, funny, and engaging with our whole party and we would 100 percent recommend this tour for families.”
Spend four hours with Valli and Dave at historic Palazzo Balladoro in central Verona. Make pasta dough, tagliatelle, ravioli, colored pasta, and several classic cuts, then sit down for a three-course meal with regional wine and recipes to take home.
“Very insightful and delicious pasta cooking class! Valli gave a lot of tips and tricks and introduced us to the world of pasta. The tagliatelle and ravioli we made were truly delicious! Dave added to a very amusing atmosphere.”
Travel from Positano to Agerola for a hands-on farmhouse class with Pasquale and Rosanna. Pick herbs, make ravioli and tagliatelle from family recipes, prepare lemon tiramisù, and share your meal with wine, coffee, and farm products.
“Pascal (sp?) and his family were the most amazing hosts. He was patient with everyone and explained clearly each step in the Pasta making process. Everyone was involved and it was a fun, small group activity. We met some amazing people from all over the world. The final product was so delicious that I don't think that I will ever be able to eat store bought ravioli again. I feel competent enough to try my own pasta and sauce at home. Thank you so much for having us into your home and sharing your love of food, family and togetherness with us.”
In Florence’s Oltrarno, an English-speaking chef guides you through pizza dough and two gelato flavors in a small group of up to 12. You cook, eat, and relax on a garden terrace with Prosecco, wine, or soft drinks. Children can take part, and you leave with recipes.
“A really wonderful cookery class, very enjoyable and the food we made was delicious. Elena was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.”
Explore Florence with a private English-speaking guide, using games, quizzes, and treasure hunts to bring the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and Medici stories to life. Stop for genuine pizza and local gelato as the city cools at sunset.
“Great tour with three generations. Julia was great with the kids (and adults). The pizza location is truly a hidden gem, with a fantastic engaging owner. Highly recommend for children, parents, and grandparents.”
Pick a city, a shape of pasta, or a bench with the wine left open.
