Small Group Market Tour and Dining Experience at a Cesarinas Home in Rimini

Enjoy Rimini’s vibrant culinary scene with a small-group market tour and dining experience at a Cesarina’s home. Explore local fish and fruit markets, then learn to prepare a traditional 3-course meal, including a delightful tiramisu, during a hands-on cooking class. Savor the fruits of your labor paired with local wines as you connect with fellow travelers, creating unforgettable memories. This interactive experience promises to satisfy your appetite for authentic regional cuisine and culture.

Key Points

1. Guided tour of local fish and fruit markets to explore seasonal ingredients and learn about fresh, high-quality products defining Rimini’s cuisine.

2. Hands-on cooking class to prepare a traditional 3-course meal, including a starter, pasta dish, and the iconic dessert tiramisu.

3. Interactive class experience that fosters connection among participants and hosts, allowing for an authentic glimpse into local food culture.

4. Maximum group size of 12 travelers, with the cooking class held at a Cesarina’s home in Rimini, providing an immersive dining experience.

5. Pricing starts from $115.30 per person, including the 3-course meal with local wines, water, and coffee, with free cancellation up to 24 hours prior.

Experience Overview

This small-group market tour and cooking class in Rimini, Italy provides travelers with an immersive culinary experience.

Participants can choose between lunch or dinner classes where they’ll learn to prepare a traditional 3-course meal, including a starter, pasta dish, and dessert.

Participants can choose between lunch or dinner classes to learn preparing a traditional 3-course meal with starter, pasta, and dessert.

The experience kicks off with a guided tour of the local fish and fruit markets to explore seasonal ingredients.

Back in a private home, guests will then work alongside their hosts to cook the meal, which they’ll enjoy with local wines.

The interactive class allows for engagement with other travelers and hosts.

Market Tour

As part of the experience, guests visit the local food market to explore the seasonal produce and ingredients.

A host guides the group through the fish and fruit markets, pointing out unique regional items. Travelers get to interact with vendors and learn about the fresh, high-quality products used in the cooking class.

The market tour provides an authentic glimpse into the local food culture, setting the stage for the hands-on cooking experience to follow.

With the guidance of the knowledgeable host, guests discover the diverse flavors and ingredients that define the cuisine of Rimini.

Cooking Class Details

After the engaging market tour, participants dive into the hands-on cooking class.

They’ll prepare a traditional 3-course meal featuring local dishes, including the renowned Tiramisu. Under the guidance of the hosts, guests will learn to cook each course from scratch, drawing on the fresh ingredients gathered at the market.

A traditional 3-course meal featuring local dishes, including the renowned Tiramisu, prepared from scratch using fresh ingredients gathered at the market.

The interactive class allows participants to connect with one another and the hosts, fostering a friendly atmosphere.

Once the cooking is complete, guests can savor the delicious meal along with a selection of local wines, water, and coffee, capping off the immersive culinary experience.

Preparing the Traditional 3-Course Meal

To begin the 3-course cooking class, participants first prepare the starter. Under the guidance of the hosts, they learn to make a classic Italian appetizer using fresh, seasonal ingredients from the nearby markets.

Next, they move on to the pasta course, handcrafting traditional shapes and sauces. The highlight of the class is learning to make the iconic Italian dessert, tiramisu. Guests work together to assemble the layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone, and cocoa powder.

Throughout, the hosts provide expert instruction and encourage interaction among the group. The final meal is enjoyed with local wines, completing the authentic dining experience.

Enjoying the Meal With Local Wines

Once the cooking class is complete, participants sit down to enjoy the fruits of their labor.

They’re served the 3-course meal they prepared, accompanied by a selection of local wines. The starters, pasta dishes, and desserts are paired with red, white, and sparkling wines from the Emilia-Romagna region.

Guests savor each course, relishing the flavors and textures they’ve learned to create. The meal is a convivial experience, with hosts and fellow participants engaging in lively conversation over the wine and food.

Interacting With Hosts and Other Guests

While participants prepare the 3-course meal, they interact closely with the hosts and fellow guests.

The intimate setting allows for a lively exchange as everyone pitches in to chop, sauté, and assemble the dishes. Guests can ask the hosts questions about traditional Rimini cuisine and cooking techniques.

The hands-on experience fosters a convivial atmosphere, with participants learning from each other. By the time the meal is served, guests feel like old friends, bonding over the shared culinary adventure.

The shared culinary adventure fosters a convivial atmosphere, as participants learn from each other and bond over the served meal.

This interactive cooking class is as much about the social experience as the delicious food.

Logistics and Pricing

The cooking class is held at a Cesarina home in Rimini, with the full address provided after booking.

The class has a maximum of 12 travelers and isn’t wheelchair accessible.

Pricing starts from $115.30 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours prior.

Guests will enjoy a 3-course meal, including a starter, pasta, and dessert, accompanied by local wines, water, and coffee.

The interactive cooking experience allows participants to engage with the hosts and other guests, offering a chance to enjoy the local culinary traditions of Rimini.

Reviews and Ratings

Based on 2 reviews from Viator and Tripadvisor, the small group market tour and dining experience in Rimini maintains a 5.0 rating.

Guests highlight the charming hosts and enjoyable cooking class. The friendly atmosphere and delicious food were widely praised.

Travelers appreciated the opportunity to interact with other guests and the hosts during the hands-on cooking session.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Make Substitutions for Dietary Restrictions?

Yes, you can make dietary substitutions. The host is accommodating and will work with you to modify the menu to meet your dietary needs, whether it’s vegetarian, gluten-free, or other restrictions.

What Is the Cancellation Policy for the Experience?

The cancellation policy allows for free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. Guests can easily modify their booking if needed without penalty.

Is There Parking Available Near the Meeting Point?

The experience doesn’t provide any information about parking availability near the meeting point. Guests would need to check for nearby public parking options or inquire with the host for specific parking recommendations at the time of booking.

Can I Bring Home the Recipes After the Class?

Yes, the recipes from the cooking class are provided for participants to take home. This allows guests to recreate the traditional Italian dishes they learned to make during the hands-on cooking experience.

Are Gratuities Expected for the Hosts?

Gratuities are not typically expected, but they are appreciated by the hosts as a gesture of gratitude for the personalized cooking experience. Many guests choose to leave a small tip (around 10%) at the end of the class.