Explore the culinary delights of Bologna and Forlì with an immersive cooking class focused on homemade pasta. Over three captivating hours, you’ll uncover traditional techniques from expert instructors while harvesting fresh local ingredients. Craft mouthwatering dishes like tagliatelle, ravioli, and lasagna, all perfectly paired with exquisite Emilia-Romagna wines. Savor your creations amidst stunning views of rolling hills – but the real question is, what secrets will this class reveal about the heart of Italian cuisine?
Key Points
- Hands-on pasta-making class in Bologna Forlí, focusing on traditional techniques for creating dishes like tagliatelle, tagliolini, ravioli, and lasagna.
- Includes a meal featuring the homemade pasta, paired with local Emilia-Romagna wines, and a focus on fresh, flavorful ingredients from the Forlì countryside.
- Class led by experienced, multilingual culinary instructors passionate about local, sustainable cuisine and ancient recipes.
- Intimate class size allows for personalized attention and the opportunity to immerse in the region’s rich cultural heritage.
- All necessary equipment, ingredients, and a recipe book to take home are provided, with the class being wheelchair accessible.
Activity Overview
This 3-hour cooking class in Bologna Forlí offers participants the chance to learn the art of making homemade pasta.
For $625.64 per group (up to 6 people), you’ll dive into local gastronomy, harvesting fresh ingredients and crafting classic dishes like tagliatelle, tagliolini, ravioli, or lasagna.
The class includes a hands-on pasta-making tutorial, an indulgent meal with local wine, and a food and wine journey exploring ancient sustainable recipes.
Dive into a hands-on pasta-making tutorial, indulgent meal, and food and wine journey through ancient sustainable recipes.
With free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance and the option to reserve now and pay later, this experience promises an unforgettable taste of Emilia-Romagna’s culinary delights.
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Cooking Experience
Upon arriving on the agritourism reception, participants embark on a hands-on culinary journey, harvesting fresh local ingredients straight from the source.
They collect eggs from the henhouse and gather wild herbs, vegetables, and edible flowers. Guided by the expert instructor, they discover traditional pasta-making techniques – choosing, cleaning, and cutting ingredients, then expertly rolling the dough.
Together, they create an array of delectable pasta dishes, including tagliatelle, tagliolini, ravioli, and lasagne. The grand finale involves crafting a fragrant herb pesto to season their homemade creations.
This immersive experience offers a true taste of the region’s authentic, sustainable cuisine.
Meal and Enjoyment
After the hands-on cooking experience, participants sit down to savor the fruits of their labor.
They’ll indulge in a delightful meal featuring the homemade pasta they crafted, paired with local Emilia-Romagna wines.
The panoramic views of the rolling hills provide a breathtaking backdrop as they embark on a culinary journey, exploring the age-old sustainable recipes of the region.
The fresh, flavorful ingredients shine in each bite, allowing participants to fully enjoy the authentic tastes of the Forlì countryside.
It’s a true celebration of the local cuisine and the joys of hands-on cooking.
Instructor and Accessibility
The class is led by experienced culinary instructors who are fluent in English, French, and Italian, ensuring that participants from diverse backgrounds can fully engage in the experience.
The cooking class is also wheelchair accessible, making it inclusive for all.
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The instructors are passionate about sharing their knowledge of local, sustainable cuisine and ancient recipes.
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They guide participants through every step of the pasta-making process, from selecting the perfect ingredients to mastering the techniques.
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Participants can enjoy the rich cultural heritage of the region.
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The intimate setting allows for personalized attention and a truly memorable cooking adventure.
Important Information
Participants will meet at the agritourism reception to embark on their culinary journey.
They’ll want to wear comfortable shoes and clothes that can get a bit messy. A hat’s also a good idea.
Unfortunately, children under 6 and folks over 95 can’t join in the fun. And no sleeveless shirts allowed – this is an authentic Italian kitchen, after all.
But don’t worry, the cooking class provides all the necessary equipment, ingredients, aprons, and hairnets.
Plus, you’ll get a tasty lunch with local wine, coffee, and a handy recipe book to take home.
Meeting and Arrival
Where will the cooking class begin?
The cookery experience commences at the agritourism reception. Once you arrive, you’ll be greeted by the friendly team and shown to the kitchen.
To get started:
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Check-in at the reception and collect your apron and headgear.
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Meet your instructor, who’ll guide you through the day’s culinary adventures.
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Familiarize yourself with the kitchen layout and equipment.
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Get ready to dive into the hands-on pasta-making experience, surrounded by the picturesque hills of Bologna Forlì.
The stage is set for an unforgettable culinary journey!
What to Expect
Now that you’ve settled in, it’s time to get your hands dirty in the pasta-making process. Start by collecting fresh eggs from the henhouse and harvesting wild herbs, vegetables, and edible flowers to incorporate into your homemade pasta. Under the guidance of your expert instructor, you’ll discover the techniques for choosing, cleaning, and cutting the ingredients, as well as the art of rolling the dough. Prepare to create tagliatelle, tagliolini, ravioli, or lasagne, and don’t forget to make a fragrant herb pesto to season your masterpiece. Get set for an authentic, sustainable culinary journey.
| Ingredients | Equipment | Techniques |
| — | — | — |
| Eggs | Pasta machine | Cleaning |
| Herbs | Cutting boards | Cutting |
| Vegetables | Knives | Rolling |
| Flowers | Bowls | Shaping |
| Flour | Pots | Seasoning |
Booking and Cancellation
Booking your spot on this culinary adventure is a breeze, as you can reserve your place without any upfront payment.
To top it off, you can take advantage of the free cancellation policy – simply cancel up to 24 hours in advance and receive a full refund.
The booking process is as follows:
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Select your desired date and time.
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Provide the required information, such as the number of participants.
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Confirm your booking, and you’re all set!
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Pay upon arrival at the agritourism reception.
With this hassle-free booking experience, you can focus on anticipating the delicious homemade pasta and stunning views that await you.
The Sum Up
Enjoy the culinary delights of Bologna and Forlì with this hands-on pasta-making class. Learn traditional techniques from expert instructors, create mouthwatering dishes, and savor them alongside exquisite regional wines. Explore the picturesque countryside while indulging in a truly memorable food adventure. Take home a recipe book to continue your culinary journey and impress family and friends with your newfound pasta-making skills.
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