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The 15 Best Small Group Cooking Classes in Italy

33 classes  ·  from $65 a seat

Under a dozen people means everyone gets a board and the teacher gets round the room. These 15 cap the numbers and say so, with prices and how long each runs.

Milan: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine - Starting with Prosecco and the restaurant kitchen
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Milan: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine

1.Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 660 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83Our pick

In a central Milan restaurant, you’ll learn fresh pasta dough, fettuccine, ricotta and spinach ravioli, and tiramisu with a chef such as Francesco, Mimmo, or Alba. The three-hour class welcomes up to 12 people and ends with lunch or dinner, wine, Prosecco, and soft drinks.

“This is a fun and delicious activity! Chef Alba was clear with directions and demonstrations of techniques when making both pasta and tiramisu. The results were great and the restaurant was a pleasant place to enjoy the fruits of our labors.”

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Florence Small-Group Pasta Class with Seasonal Ingredients - Rolling dough and shaping pasta by hand
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Florence Small-Group Pasta Class with Seasonal Ingredients

2.Florence Small-Group Pasta Class with Seasonal Ingredients

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 532 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $126

At Chef Vary’s Florence kitchen, you choose seasonal dishes with your chef, then make pasta, sauces, and bruschetta by hand. Chefs such as Giulio, Irene, Roberto, and Vary lead the class. You finish with the food you prepared, wine, recipes, and plenty of practical cooking tips.

“The Food was amazing and we made it! With chefs help we made gourmet cuisine! Great experience! Would do it again and again!”

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Rome: Pizza Making Class Small Group Experience - Mixing, kneading, and learning the food science
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Rome: Pizza Making Class Small Group Experience

3.Pizza Making Class Small Group Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 487 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $64Best value

Near the Vatican Museums, you’ll make pizza in a small group with a local chef, starting with a Spritz and Roman cheese chips. Knead, shape, top, and bake your own pizza, then eat it with wine, beer, or a soft drink. Vegan, vegetarian, lactose-free, and gluten-free options are available by request.

“My husband and I were the only two people do this was a private cooking experience. David was our teacher and he was so helpful and patient! After our pizzas were done, we are in the patio while enjoying drinks! What a fabulous afternoon!”

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Bologna: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine - The pasta dishes you actually eat
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Bologna: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine

4.Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 409 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $71

At Casa Altabella in central Bologna, you’ll make fresh fettuccine, ricotta-spinach ravioli, and tiramisu in a group of up to 12. Guides such as Luca, Steven, Aladdin, Peter, and Neha lead the class in English, followed by a shared meal with Prosecco and wine.

“We had so much fun, the food was delicious, and really the experience was unforgettable — easily a highlight of our trip to Europe. Neha was super helpful and fun and we learned so much!”

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Palermo: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine - Arriving at Piazza Bologni 22
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Palermo: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine

5.Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 348 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

In central Palermo, you’ll make tiramisu, fresh fettuccine, and ricotta-spinach ravioli in a capped group of 12. An English-speaking instructor, including Simone on some sessions, guides you through the dough, fillings, sauces, and meal, with Prosecco, wine, and recipes included.

“As we arrived, we didn’t know what to expect. We were seated outside at a table. They were 12 of us. They served us. Prosecco explained a little about the class and then we went into the back where they had it all set up for us to start cooking! We started off making tiramisu And then moved onto making two different types of pasta, one which was a ravioli and the other Talliatelle . It was a lot of fun. Then they walked us back outside where we originally met. Sat at the table. Served us wine and ate the food that we prepared. It was incredible. I highly…”

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Godfather vs Mafia Tour & Pasta Lunch (Small Group or Private) - Savoca and the famous Bar Vitelli
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Godfather vs Mafia Tour & Pasta Lunch (Small Group or Private)

6.Godfather vs Mafia Tour & Pasta Lunch (Small Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 304 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $156

Travel by air-conditioned Mercedes minivan from Taormina to Forza d’Agrò and Savoca with an English-speaking guide such as Antonio, Giovanni, Denise, or Valerio. See Bar Vitelli and the wedding church from The Godfather, hear real Sicilian Mafia history, then enjoy homemade pasta, bruschetta, wine, and often cannoli.

“This was up there as the best excursion we’ve ever went. The guide Giovanni was excellent. His knowledge and passion for the subject was outstanding. We saw all the places we remember from the movies and Gio had backup footage for those who had forgotten. The transport was spot on and the meal we went for after it was outstanding. If I wasn’t leaving Sicily today I would have went back and done it again!! We could have listened to him for hours. Superb guide and a great sense of humour as well, he kept us all going and nothing was a bother. Thank you Giovanni for making our trip…”

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Rome Small Group Pasta Making Class with Wine and Italian Chef - Your workstation and the pasta lesson
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Rome Small Group Pasta Making Class with Wine and Italian Chef

7.Rome Small Group Pasta Making Class with Wine and Italian Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $64

At PummaRe’ in Rome’s Prati district, you’ll make fresh fettuccine by hand with an Italian chef, starting with a Spritz and Roman cheese chips. The two-hour class includes your meal, a second drink, water, utensils, an apron, and a take-home cookbook.

“My self and my two teenage kids had great fun learning how to make pasta… and a lovely meal! Thanks to our lovely instructor!!!”

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Small Group Pasta and Tiramisu Class at Local's Home in Venice - Rolling, filling, and shaping fresh pasta
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Small Group Pasta and Tiramisu Class at Local’s Home in Venice

8.Small Group Pasta and Tiramisu Class at Local’s Home in Venice

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 236 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about three hours in a Venetian home making two fresh pasta dishes and tiramisu with a Cesarina host. You will cook by hand, learn family techniques, enjoy prosecco, wine, espresso, and eat the meal together. Hosts may include Giulia, Tessa, Nadine, Rosa, or Matilde.

“Amazing experience! Home chef ( caeserine) was amazing. We made two types of pasta and dessert. She was very prepared for us, taught the techniques and then we made each one. The dinner with our food was delightful. The chef made the whole experience wonderful”

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Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Como - Fresh pasta, from dough to dinner
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Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Como

9.Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Como

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $229

Spend about three hours in a local Como home making fresh pasta and tiramisu with a Cesarine cook. Depending on your host, you may prepare ravioli, tagliatelle, gnocchi, risotto, bruschetta, or fresh sauce, then sit down with wine and aperitivo. Groups are limited to eight under the current details.

“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….👍👍👍👍!”

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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna - Tiramisu gives the class a sweet finish
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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna

10.Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $180

Join a small English-language cooking class in a local Varenna home. With hosts such as Patrizia, Luca, or Monica, you’ll make fresh pasta and tiramisu, begin with an aperitivo, and eat your meal together. Expect a warm setting, lake views, and possible taxi costs to hillside homes.

“This was a wonderful experience we loved the pasta and tiramisu class. The best activities we’ve done on our holiday. I couldn’t recommend more!”

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Small-Group Cooking Class in Positano: Gnocchi, Tiramisù & Drinks - The aperitivo starts the evening
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Small-Group Cooking Class in Positano: Gnocchi, Tiramisù & Drinks

11.Small-Group Cooking Class in Positano: Gnocchi, Tiramisù & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $181

Join Emily and her family at Barba Angela in Montepertuso for a 3.5-hour home cooking experience. Make two styles of gnocchi and tiramisù, then share bruschette, caprese, meatballs, wine, and limoncello in a cliffside home.

“This was the best experience we had throughout our time in Italy! Emily and her family were so welcoming and you could tell how much emotion and love they had for sharing their personal stories and history through food. The food was amazing and so much fun to learn how to make! We were nervous with the transportation to and from the class but Emily made it very easy by arranging a car for us to share with other guests so we all arrived together and on time! This was such a once in a lifetime experience with hosts that truly care about what they do and connect personally to…”

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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu with Mamma in Lucca - The value of meeting a local cook
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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu with Mamma in Lucca

12.Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu with Mamma in Lucca

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 181 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $187

Spend about three hours in a Lucca home with a Cesarine cook, preparing two pasta dishes and tiramisu from scratch. Hosts vary, including Silvia, Rossana, Andrea, Monica, and Ginevra. Expect a hands-on lesson, a shared meal with wine and coffee, and a small group of no more than 12.

“The whole experience was amazing. Sylvia was the best teacher and such a warm and loving person. We had a great mix of people the night we had our lesson from other countries and it was just perfect. Would highly recommend!!!”

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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Bologna - Making two pasta dishes by hand
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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Bologna

13.Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Bologna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163

Join a Cesarine host in Bologna for a three-hour home cooking class. With Prosecco and nibbles to start, you will prepare two pasta dishes and tiramisu, then eat what you make. Hosts include Roberta, Maurizio, Federica, Paola, and others, with group size capped at 12.

“Wonderful experience so glad we did this. The instructor was awesome, so kind and gives the background of what you are making for the day. He is very patient and you can tell his passion for cooking. Come ready to learn and with an appetite!”

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Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Riomaggiore - Making two kinds of fresh pasta
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Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Riomaggiore

14.Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Riomaggiore

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 148 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $173

In Riomaggiore, a Cesarine host such as Giulia or Barbara welcomes you into her home for a three-hour pasta and tiramisu class. Make two pasta styles, share snacks and prosecco, then sit down to eat. The setting is personal, but some homes require a steep taxi ride and walk.

“Giulia was our host for the pasta and tiramisu cooking class. It was a fabulous experience! She was knowledgeable, an excellent teacher and so sweet and fun. And don’t tell the Michelin rated restaurant that we ate at the following night, but our meal that we made with Giulia was way better! Can’t wait to try making pasta, ravioli and tiramisu when we get home from our vacation. Giulia also made us a bruschetta and cheese appetizer to munch on while we were cooking. We loved the relaxed and delicious experience. Add this to your list for sure!!!”

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Small Group Pasta Making Class Wine Tasting in a Tuscan Castle - Walking through the castle cellars
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Small Group Pasta Making Class Wine Tasting in a Tuscan Castle

15.Small Group Pasta Making Class Wine Tasting in a Tuscan Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $157

Spend 3.5 hours at Castello del Trebbio, about 30 minutes from Florence, touring old cellars, making tagliatelle and tagliolini with Chef Jerry, and eating a wine-paired meal. Guides such as Lisa, Tommaso, and Simone explain the estate, while vegetarian dishes can be arranged in advance.

“The tour and the cooking class were excellent. No complaints. The chef was amazing and we learned many new things, even though we aren’t beginners in the kitchen. The chef made sure every student got a chance to participate and everyone was having a great time. The only issue with this experience is that transportation is not included. They will arrange it for you if you call several days in advance. But taxi’s charge double for the trip.”

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