Exploring the culinary delights of Italy can be an unforgettable experience. Located near the iconic Piazza Navona, a small group pasta cooking class offers visitors a chance to craft their own pasta from scratch under the guidance of an expert Italian chef. Catering to both seasoned cooks and novices, this 3-hour session promises an immersive journey through the flavors of Rome, where participants can indulge in a classic tiramisu dessert and sip on a glass of prosecco or wine. With its wheelchair-accessible setting and rave reviews, this class could be the highlight of any trip to the Eternal City.
Key Points
- Small-group pasta-making class limited to 6 participants, held near Piazza Navona in Rome.
- Hands-on instruction from an experienced Italian chef, covering various pasta types and sauces.
- Includes a glass of prosecco or wine, premium charcuterie, and traditional tiramisu dessert.
- Discounts available, with prices ranging from $141.45 to $99.01 per person.
- Offers a reserve now, pay later option and a free cancellation policy.
Class Overview
The pasta cooking class near Piazza Navona is a small-group experience limited to just 6 participants. It lasts 3 hours and is wheelchair accessible.
The instructor speaks English, Spanish, and French, ensuring a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
The instructor’s multilingual abilities foster a diverse and inclusive learning atmosphere.
With a focus on hands-on pasta-making, you will create fettuccine, tonnarelli, or maltagliati from scratch. They’ll also learn to make the classic Italian dessert, tiramisu.
Whether a seasoned home chef or a novice cook, this class provides an immersive culinary adventure in the heart of Rome.
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Pricing and Payment Options
Customers can save up to 30% on the pasta cooking class near Piazza Navona, with prices ranging from $141.45 to $99.01 per person.
The class offers the flexibility of a reserve now, pay later option, allowing participants to book their spot without immediate payment.
On top of that, the class features a free cancellation policy, providing a full refund if canceled 24 hours in advance.
This pricing structure and payment options make the class accessible and convenient for aspiring pasta enthusiasts seeking a unique culinary experience in the heart of Rome.
The Culinary Experience
Although the pasta cooking class near Piazza Navona is limited to just 6 participants, the culinary experience it offers is anything but small.
Led by an experienced Italian chef, the class immerses guests in the art of handmaking pasta from scratch. Participants can choose to create fettuccine, tonnarelli, or maltagliati, then select their favorite sauce and fresh ingredients to bring their creations to life.
The class also teaches the art of making classic tiramisu. Throughout the 3-hour session, guests enjoy a glass of prosecco or wine, premium charcuterie, and a shot of limoncello.
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Hands-on pasta-making with an Italian chef
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Choice of fettuccine, tonnarelli, or maltagliati
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Learn to make classic tiramisu
Pasta-Making With an Italian Chef
Guided by an expert Italian chef, participants dive straight into the hands-on process of crafting pasta from scratch. Guests learn to make fettuccine, tonnarelli, or maltagliati, shaping and cutting the dough with precision. The chef provides step-by-step guidance, ensuring each person masters the techniques. After the pasta is made, participants choose their favorite sauce and fresh ingredients to complete the dish.
| Pasta to Make | Techniques Learned |
| — | — |
| Fettuccine | Shaping and cutting dough |
| Tonnarelli | Kneading and rolling |
| Maltagliati | Forming and cutting |
The culmination of the class is savoring the homemade pasta, infused with the flavors of Italy.
More Great Tours NearbySelecting Sauces and Ingredients
After crafting the pasta, participants get to choose their favorite sauce and fresh ingredients to complete the dish.
The class offers a selection of premium sauces and ingredients to customize the meal:
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Classic tomato sauce made with San Marzano tomatoes
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Creamy pesto using fresh basil, pine nuts, and Parmigiano-Reggiano
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Buttery lemon-garlic sauce with parsley and cracked black pepper
With these choices, each participant can create a unique pasta dish that reflects their personal taste preferences.
The hands-on experience allows everyone to explore the art of Italian cuisine and walk away with a delicious homemade meal.
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The Tiramisu Dessert
To cap off the hands-on pasta-making experience, participants get to enjoy a classic Italian dessert – homemade tiramisu.
Under the chef’s guidance, they’ll learn the secrets to crafting this rich, creamy dessert. Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers are elegantly combined with a whipped mixture of mascarpone, eggs, sugar, and a splash of liqueur.
The finishing touch is a dusting of cocoa powder, adding a delightful contrast to the velvety texture.
Savoring the tiramisu alongside a refreshing shot of limoncello provides the perfect end to this immersive culinary journey through Rome’s gastronomic delights.
Beverages and Appetizers
As participants settle in for the hands-on pasta-making experience, they’re welcomed with a refreshing glass of prosecco or wine.
The beverage offerings don’t stop there:
The beverage offerings don’t stop there: a selection of premium prosciutto and artisan cheeses to whet the appetite.
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A selection of premium prosciutto and artisan cheeses is served to whet the appetite.
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One shot of limoncello, a classic Italian lemon liqueur, is provided to aid digestion.
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After the pasta-making and enjoying the handmade dishes, a delightful tiramisu is served for dessert.
These complementary food and beverage items enhance the overall culinary journey, ensuring a well-rounded and satisfying experience for the class participants.
Location and Customer Reviews
The pasta cooking class is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from the iconic Piazza Navona, allowing participants to easily access the prime central location in Rome.
Based on 6 reviews, the class has an overall rating of 4.8 out of 5. Guests praise the friendly atmosphere and quality of instruction provided by the Italian chef.
They notably mention the excellent recipes and attention to detail in the service.
With its prime location and positive customer feedback, this pasta cooking experience offers an authentic and enjoyable culinary adventure in the heart of Rome.
The Sum Up
Enjoy the culinary wonders of Italy with this small group pasta cooking class near Piazza Navona in Rome. Led by an experienced Italian chef, you’ll craft homemade pasta and indulge in a classic tiramisu, all while sipping on a glass of prosecco or wine. This hands-on experience caters to both seasoned cooks and novices, offering an unforgettable taste of Italian cuisine in a cozy, wheelchair-accessible setting.
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