Civitavecchia: Market Tour and Cooking Class With Lunch

Civitavecchia, a vibrant port city on Italy’s Tyrrhenian coast, beckons travelers to enjoy its rich culinary heritage. This market tour and cooking class promises an authentic taste of the region, guiding participants through the bustling Archetto Market before honing their pasta-making skills under the tutelage of a professional chef. What unfolds is a delightful journey that not only satisfies the palate but also unveils the deep-rooted traditions that make Italian cuisine so captivating.

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Key Points

A 4.5-hour immersive experience in Civitavecchia, including a market tour, cooking class, and lunch with local wine and tastings.
The cooking class teaches participants how to make fresh pasta under the guidance of a professional chef.
The experience is limited to 8 attendees and conducted in English, making it suitable for small groups.
Includes free shuttle transportation to and from the market, and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
Not suitable for wheelchair users or those with food allergies, and outside food and drinks are prohibited during the cooking class.

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Activity Overview

The tour and cooking class in Civitavecchia provides an immersive experience, allowing participants to explore a local market, learn traditional Italian cooking techniques, and savor a freshly prepared meal.

Priced from Kč 3,758 per person, the 4.5-hour activity is limited to 8 attendees and conducted in English.

Wheelchair users can participate, and there’s free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

Guests visit Archetto Market, take a 2.5-hour cooking class, and enjoy a 1.5-hour lunch before concluding at Piazza Aurelio Saffi.

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Itinerary

Starting at Largo della Pace, participants embark on a 30-minute market visit to Archetto, Civitavecchia, where they’ll explore the local offerings.

Participants begin their culinary journey with a 30-minute market visit to Archetto, Civitavecchia, exploring the local offerings.

This is followed by a 2.5-hour cooking class in Civitavecchia, where they’ll learn to make fresh pasta by hand and prepare a multi-course meal.

After cooking, participants enjoy a 1.5-hour lunch consisting of the dishes they prepared, accompanied by local wine.

The experience concludes at Piazza Aurelio Saffi.

Cooking Experience

During the cooking class, participants visit the local market to select fresh ingredients for their meal.

Under the guidance of a professional chef, they learn to make fresh pasta by hand. Together, they prepare a full menu from scratch, including a pasta starter, main course, side dish, and dessert.

Participants enjoy the fruits of their labor over a delicious lunch accompanied by local wine.

The experience culminates with tastings of limoncello liqueur and espresso coffee, providing a well-rounded culinary adventure in the heart of Civitavecchia.

Inclusions

This tour includes a market tour with a professional local guide, allowing participants to enjoy the vibrant local market. The cooking class is led by a professional chef, where guests will learn to make fresh pasta by hand and prepare a full meal from scratch, including a pasta starter, main course, side dish, and dessert. The experience also includes:

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Important Information

The meeting point for this experience is Largo della Pace InfoPoint, where a free shuttle will drop off participants. The guide will be holding a sign to help identify the group.

Participants are advised to wear comfortable shoes, bring a sun hat, camera, sunscreen, and water, as the experience includes a visit to the local market.

However, the tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users or those with food allergies. Bringing outside food and drinks isn’t allowed during the cooking class portion.

Guests should notify the organizers in advance of any dietary restrictions they may have.

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Market Tour

After arriving at the Largo della Pace InfoPoint, the group meets their local guide who leads them on a 30-minute exploration of the Archetto Market in Civitavecchia.

The guide introduces vendors and points out the freshest seasonal produce, local cheeses, and artisanal breads. Participants get to interact with the lively merchants, learning about regional ingredients and traditional cooking methods.

The guide encourages participants to engage their senses, touching, smelling, and even tasting select items to get inspired for the upcoming cooking class.

Engage the senses, touch, smell, and taste to be inspired for the upcoming culinary experience.

This market visit sets the stage for an immersive culinary experience.

Cooking Class

After the lively market visit, participants make their way to the exclusive restaurant kitchen where the cooking class takes place.

Under the guidance of a professional chef, they’ll learn to make fresh pasta by hand. Participants will then prepare a full meal, including a pasta starter, main course, side dish, and dessert, all from scratch.

The class is interactive, allowing everyone to get hands-on experience. At the end, guests enjoy the delicious meal they created, accompanied by local wine, limoncello liqueur, and espresso.

Lunch and Tastings

Having completed the cooking class, guests now enjoy the delicious meal they prepared.

The multi-course lunch features the fresh pasta, main dish, side, and dessert that were made from scratch. Guests savor the flavors alongside local wine.

To cap off the experience, they indulge in tastings of limoncello liqueur and traditional Italian espresso.

The meal allows participants to fully appreciate the culinary skills they’ve acquired. Sipping and savoring, they bask in the satisfaction of crafting an authentic Italian feast with their own hands.

The hands-on cooking class culminates in a memorable shared meal.

The Sum Up

This vibrant culinary experience in Civitavecchia provides a unique opportunity to explore local flavors and traditions. Guests will discover the Archetto Market, learn hands-on pasta-making from a professional chef, and enjoy a delicious lunch featuring their creations, paired with regional wines and specialty drinks. This intimate, small-group activity offers an immersive glimpse into Italian cuisine and culture.