Indulge in a culinary adventure at La Stazione in the heart of Rome. This 2.5-hour hands-on pizza course promises an unforgettable experience. Under the guidance of expert pizza makers, you will learn to prepare dough, roll, season, and bake their very own personalized pizza and calzone. With all ingredients and equipment provided, this unique course offers a chance to unleash creativity, collaborate with fellow enthusiasts, and savor the delightful flavors of freshly baked pizza. Curious to discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect pie?

Key Points

Immersive 2.5-hour hands-on pizza-making experience in Rome, where participants create personalized pizza and calzone from scratch.
Instruction available in Italian and English, with wheelchair accessibility and private group options.
No upfront payment required, with full refund available for cancellations up to 24 hours in advance.
Hands-on guidance from experienced pizza makers, including dough preparation, rolling, seasoning, and baking.
Opportunity to enjoy freshly baked creations with fellow participants, with all necessary equipment and ingredients provided.

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Course Overview

The "Create, Cook, Taste: Your Custom Pizza Course at La Stazione" is a 2.5-hour hands-on experience that teaches participants to make their own pizza, including a calzone, from scratch.

Enjoy a 2.5-hour hands-on pizza-making experience, crafting your own pizza and calzone from scratch.

Located in Rome, the course is priced from $86.29 per person and offers instruction in both Italian and English.

The wheelchair-accessible course also offers a private group option. Participants will learn dough preparation, rolling, seasoning, and baking techniques from experienced pizza makers.

Fresh doughs and toppings are provided, along with necessary equipment like a rolling pin, pizza peel, apron, and headgear.

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Booking Information

Reserving a spot on this custom pizza course at La Stazione is easy and flexible. You can book your place without any upfront payment.

Simply reserve your spot, and you’ll pay when you arrive. If your plans change, you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

The course offers multiple start times, so you can check availability and choose the one that fits your schedule best.

It’s an all-inclusive experience with no hidden costs, so you can focus on creating your custom pizza in a professional setting.

Learning Experience

Participants embark on a hands-on journey to learn the art of pizza-making from experienced pizza makers.

Step-by-step guidance ensures they master dough preparation, rolling, seasoning, and baking.

The course provides a unique opportunity to create their own pizza, including a calzone, and bake it in a professional oven using a pizza peel.

Participants gain practical skills, applying techniques demonstrated by the expert instructors.

This immersive experience allows them to develop a deeper appreciation for the craft of pizza-making, culminating in the enjoyment of their freshly baked creations alongside fellow participants.

Course Highlights

Atop the course’s hands-on experience, participants can create their own pizza, including a calzone, and bake it in a professional oven using a pizza peel.

Participants can create their own pizza, including a calzone, and bake it in a professional oven using a pizza peel.

The course highlights include:

Crafting a personalized pizza from scratch.
Baking the pizza in a professional oven, honing the skills of a true pizzaiolo.
Savoring the freshly baked pizza alongside other participants.
Exploring a variety of doughs and toppings provided throughout the all-inclusive experience.

This custom pizza course at La Stazione offers a unique opportunity to master the art of pizza-making in an immersive and enjoyable setting.

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Included in the Course

The course includes all the necessary equipment and ingredients for participants to craft their own pizzas. Fresh doughs and a variety of toppings are provided, allowing guests to customize their creations.

Participants will be equipped with a rolling pin, pizza peel, apron, and headgear for hygiene. The all-inclusive experience ensures there are no hidden costs, allowing attendees to focus on the hands-on learning and enjoyment of baking their pizzas in a professional oven.

After the pizza-making, guests can savor their freshly baked dishes alongside the other participants.

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Hands-on Dough Preparation

Kneading the dough with practiced hands, participants learn the foundational technique of pizza-making from the experienced pizzaioli.

They discover:

The importance of proper flour hydration for achieving the perfect crust texture.
How to develop gluten structure through rhythmic stretching and folding.
Techniques for shaping the dough into a thin, round base.
Temperature control during proofing to ensure optimal rise and fermentation.

With guidance and encouragement, each participant crafts their unique dough, ready to be topped and baked to perfection in the wood-fired oven.

Shaping and Seasoning the Pizza

With their dough prepped, participants move on to the next step – shaping and seasoning their personalized pizzas. Under the guidance of the expert pizzaioli, they learn the techniques for rolling out the dough and shaping it into the perfect round base. Next, they select from an array of fresh toppings to customize their creation.

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Seasoning the pizza with just the right amount of each ingredient is key to achieving the perfect flavor balance.

Baking in the Professional Oven

Once the pizzas are assembled, participants eagerly transport them to the professional wood-fired oven to be baked.

Under the guidance of the experienced pizzaioli, they carefully slide the pizzas onto the preheated oven floor using the pizza peels. The intense heat of the oven quickly transforms the raw dough into a crisp, golden crust.

Participants watch in anticipation as their personalized creations bake, filling the air with the irresistible aroma of fresh-baked pizza. The pizzaioli expertly monitor the baking process, ensuring each pizza is cooked to perfection.

Participants watch in eager anticipation as their personalized pizzas bake, the air filled with the irresistible aroma of fresh-baked perfection.

The participants can’t wait to savor their handmade masterpieces.

The baking process involves 4 key steps:

Preheating the oven to the optimal temperature.
Carefully transferring the pizzas onto the oven floor using pizza peels.
Monitoring the baking to achieve the perfect crust.
Removing the baked pizzas from the oven at the right moment.

Ask Away

Do I Need Prior Pizza-Making Experience to Attend the Course?

No, prior pizza-making experience isn’t required. The course is designed for all skill levels, with step-by-step guidance from experienced pizza makers to teach participants the fundamentals of pizza dough preparation, rolling, seasoning, and baking.

Is There a Minimum or Maximum Group Size for the Private Option?

The private group option at La Stazione’s pizza course doesn’t have a minimum or maximum group size. Guests can book a private session for their desired group size, providing a personalized hands-on pizza-making experience.

Can Food Allergies or Dietary Restrictions Be Accommodated?

Yes, the course can accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions. Guests should inform the staff of any special requirements when booking, and the team will work to provide suitable alternatives and ensure a safe, enjoyable experience.

Are There Any Age Restrictions or Requirements for Participation?

The course is open to participants of all ages, though children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. There are no other age restrictions or requirements for participation in the hands-on pizza making experience.

Can We Take Photos and Videos During the Pizza-Making Process?

Participants are welcome to take photos and videos during the pizza-making process. The course provides a hands-on, interactive experience, and capturing the experience through photos and videos is encouraged to commemorate the occasion.

Final Words

Create, cook, and taste your very own personalized pizza and calzone at La Stazione in Rome. Under the guidance of experienced pizza makers, you’ll learn the art of dough preparation, shaping, seasoning, and baking in a professional oven. This hands-on culinary experience promises a unique opportunity to unleash your creativity and savor the delightful flavors of freshly baked pizza.

Create, Cook, Taste: Your Custom Pizza Course at La Stazione!