Experiencing authentic Italian cuisine is a must for visitors to Rome. One popular activity that allows travelers to do just that is the "Spritz and Spaghetti Traditional Cooking Class." This immersive culinary experience teaches participants how to craft classic pasta dishes and cocktails under the guidance of skilled chefs and mixologists. With locally-sourced ingredients and a hands-on approach, the class promises not only a delicious outcome but also an opportunity to discover the rich traditions that define Roman gastronomy. For those eager to expand their culinary horizons, this class could be the perfect introduction.

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Key Points

A 3-hour cooking class that focuses on creating classic Italian pasta dishes and cocktails, including Carbonara and Aperol Spritz.
Instruction on making three Italian cocktails: Aperol, Hugo, and Limoncello Spritz.
Led by a professional chef and mixologist, offering an authentic Roman kitchen experience with handmade pasta and sauces.
Includes fresh, locally sourced ingredients, unlimited water and soft drinks, and a delicious lunch or dinner.
Recipes provided to participants to take home, with dietary accommodations available with advance notice.

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Class Overview

The Spritz and Spaghetti Traditional Cooking Class in Rome is priced from $96.84 per person and lasts for 3 hours.

It’s conducted in English, and participants can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance. Reservations can be made without upfront payment.

The class covers the creation of classic Italian pasta and cocktails, including Carbonara and Aperol Spritz.

It’s led by a professional chef and mixologist, providing an authentic Roman kitchen experience with handmade pasta and sauces using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

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Experience Highlights

Participants can create classic Italian pasta and cocktails, including Carbonara and Aperol Spritz, during this unique tipsy cooking class experience. The workshop is led by a professional chef and mixologist, teaching participants to make three Italian cocktails: Aperol, Hugo, and Limoncello Spritz. Attendees will enjoy an authentic Roman kitchen experience, crafting handmade pasta and sauces using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

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| Create classic Italian pasta and cocktails | ✓ |

| Learn to make 3 Italian cocktails | ✓ |

| Workshop led by chef and mixologist | ✓ |

| Authentic Roman kitchen experience | ✓ |

Included Features

Included in the experience are fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with unlimited water and soft drinks provided.

Participants will be served a delicious lunch or dinner, and they’ll receive the recipes to take home.

While the class can’t accommodate coeliac disease, gluten intolerance, lactose intolerance, or strict vegan diets, the team does their best to cater to any dietary needs with advance notice.

The hands-on cooking class provides an authentic Roman kitchen experience, with the opportunity to learn the art of making handmade pasta and sauces.

Meeting Point and Important Information

The meeting point for this cooking class is at Via Cesare Balbo, 19, 00184, where participants should look for the "Rome With Chef" sign.

Regarding dietary restrictions, the class can’t accommodate coeliac disease, gluten intolerance, lactose intolerance, or strict vegan diets. To ensure an enjoyable experience, guests are advised to notify the organizers in advance of any dietary needs.

The class offers:

Options for gluten-free, vegan, or dairy-free accommodations (not available for all dietary restrictions)
Lunch or dinner provided
Recipes to take home

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Customer Feedback

Based on 27 reviews, the cooking class has an overall rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars. Participants praised the energetic teaching style of the instructor, Bart. They enjoyed the fun atmosphere and educational aspects of the experience. Reviewers also commented positively on the food and cocktails, recommending the activity to visitors in Rome.

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The cooking class offers a unique tipsy experience where guests create classic Italian pasta and cocktails, including Carbonara and Aperol Spritz, in an authentic Roman kitchen.

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Crafting the Perfect Aperol Spritz

What makes the perfect Aperol Spritz? It’s a delicate balance of sweet, bitter, and bubbly. The key is to use high-quality, fresh ingredients:

Aperol for its signature orange hue and harmonious blend of herbs and citrus
Prosecco for its light, crisp effervescence
Soda water for the perfect level of carbonation
A juicy orange slice for garnish, adding a vibrant, refreshing touch

When mixed in the right proportions, the Aperol Spritz becomes a refreshing and easy-to-sip cocktail, perfect for sipping on a sunny Roman afternoon.

With the right technique, anyone can craft this iconic Italian aperitif.

Mastering Handmade Carbonara

While traditional Roman Carbonara is a deceptively simple dish, masterfully crafting it by hand requires skill and technique. During the cooking class, participants learn the art of making authentic Carbonara from scratch. They mix eggs, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper, then toss it with freshly boiled pasta and rendered guanciale. The keys to success? Proper egg emulsion, perfectly al dente pasta, and the right ratio of ingredients. With guidance from the expert chef, students achieve a creamy, balanced sauce that coats each strand of handmade spaghetti.

| Carbonara Technique | Importance |

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| Egg Emulsion | Achieving a creamy, velvet-like sauce texture |

| Pasta Doneness | Ensuring the pasta is cooked exactly al dente |

| Ingredient Ratio | Balancing the richness of the eggs, cheese, and pork |

Discovering Roman Culinary Traditions

As participants dive into the hands-on cooking experience, they discover the rich culinary traditions that have shaped Rome’s iconic dishes.

The class explores:

Participants explore the rich culinary traditions that have shaped Rome’s iconic dishes through hands-on exploration of classic Roman sauces and pasta techniques.

The history and evolution of classic Roman sauces, like the creamy carbonara, using locally-sourced ingredients.
Techniques for crafting fresh, handmade pasta that’s central to the city’s cuisine.
The art of mixing traditional cocktails, such as the refreshing Aperol Spritz, that perfectly complement the flavors of the meal.

Through this immersive class, visitors gain a deeper appreciation for the authentic tastes and time-honored methods that define Roman gastronomy.

The Sum Up

The "Spritz and Spaghetti Traditional Cooking Class in Rome" offers an unforgettable culinary experience. Participants learn to craft classic Italian pasta and cocktails, including the iconic Aperol Spritz and beloved Carbonara. With fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a friendly atmosphere, this three-hour class promises not only delicious food but also memorable moments, making it a highly recommended activity for visitors in Rome.