Experience the joy of cooking in the stunning Roman countryside. This hands-on vegetarian cooking class allows you to learn how to prepare delicious dishes using fresh, local ingredients. Enjoy a delightful sit-down meal, complemented by local cheeses and homemade jams, all while accommodating various dietary needs. The intimate class size of 12 participants ensures a personalized and inclusive experience. Discover the secrets of Italian vegetarian cuisine in the picturesque Roman countryside.
Key Points
- Hands-on vegetarian cooking experience in the picturesque Roman countryside, near Rome, Italy.
- Class accommodates a maximum of 12 participants for an intimate setting.
- Participants enjoy a sit-down meal featuring freshly prepared vegetarian dishes under a grape vine trellis.
- Menu highlights include starters like fried courgette flowers, main courses like ravioli and eggplant parmigiana, and unique desserts.
- The class is accessible by public transportation and can accommodate various dietary needs with advance notice.
Overview of the Vegetarian Cooking Class
The vegetarian cooking class takes place in the Roman countryside, located just outside the city of Rome, Italy.
It’s a hands-on experience where travelers learn to prepare a 3-course vegetarian meal. The class is limited to a maximum of 12 participants, ensuring an intimate setting.
Priced at $113.34 per person, the class includes all ingredients, cooking instruction, and a sit-down meal with wine.
Travelers will dine under the grape vine trellis during the summer months, savoring the freshly prepared vegetarian dishes in a picturesque countryside setting just outside of Rome.
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Menu Highlights
Although the sample menu offers a variety of vegetarian dishes, some menu highlights stand out.
The fried courgette flowers and fresh ricotta with tomatoes and basil pesto make for delightful starters.
For mains, the ravioli with ricotta and spinach, lasagna with artichokes, and eggplant parmigiana are sure to satisfy.
The thistle flan and tripe omelette with tomato and pecorino add unique flavors.
Finish with sorbet and custard with strawberries for a refreshing dessert.
The selection of local cheeses and homemade jams provide the perfect end to this vegetarian feast.
Dining Experience
Guests can enjoy an amazing vegetarian feast under the grape vine trellis during the summer months.
The menu features a range of delectable vegetarian dishes, including starters like bruschetta, fried courgette flowers, and fresh ricotta with garden tomatoes and basil pesto.
For the main course, there’s a selection of pasta dishes, eggplant parmigiana, and a thistle flan.
The meal is complemented by a selection of local cheeses and homemade jams, as well as a refreshing sorbet with seasonal fruit for dessert.
Wine is included, adding to the overall dining experience.
Meeting Point and Logistics
The meeting point for the vegetarian cooking class is located at Via Santa Maria in Fronte, 00039 Zagarolo RM, Italy.
The activity ends back at the same meeting point. The class starts at 10:00 am.
It’s not wheelchair accessible, but it’s near public transportation. Guests will receive confirmation upon booking.
They must communicate any food restrictions or special diets.
There’s free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience, and a reserve now, pay later option is available.
The vegetarian cooking class has a 5.0 rating based on 1 review with no negative ratings.
Food Restrictions and Dietary Needs
Since guests must communicate any food restrictions or special diets, the vegetarian cooking class is able to accommodate a variety of dietary needs.
Whether participants have allergies, follow a gluten-free or vegan diet, or have other preferences, the experienced chefs can modify the menu accordingly. This ensures everyone can fully enjoy the delicious vegetarian feast.
Guests are simply asked to provide this information when booking the experience, allowing the kitchen to prepare accordingly.
When booking the experience, guests must provide any dietary requirements, allowing the kitchen to prepare accordingly.
This thoughtful policy creates an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who wish to participate in the authentic Italian cooking class.
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Cancellation and Payment Policy
Travelers can conveniently reserve the vegetarian cooking class now and pay later.
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience. This allows flexibility for guests’ schedules.
The class has a 5.0 rating based on one review, indicating a positive dining experience.
Travelers must communicate any food restrictions or special dietary needs prior to the class. This ensures the menu can accommodate everyone’s preferences.
Review Highlights
One reviewer raved about the "amazing vegetarian feast" they enjoyed at the cooking class, highlighting the wonderful dining experience under the grape vine trellis in summer.
The review highlights include:
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Exceptional food quality, with a delectable selection of vegetarian dishes like ravioli, lasagna, and eggplant parmigiana
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Generous portions and a satisfying three-course meal that left the reviewer feeling content and nourished
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Attentive staff who ensured a seamless and enjoyable experience from start to finish
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The reviewer highly recommended the cooking class, praising it as a must-do activity for anyone visiting the Roman countryside.
Getting to the Vegetarian Cooking Class
To reach the vegetarian cooking class in the Roman countryside, travelers can take a short drive from central Rome.
The meeting point is located in Zagarolo, a charming town about 30 minutes east of the city.
Public transportation options, though limited, include taking a train or bus to Zagarolo and then walking to the class venue.
The cooking class venue isn’t wheelchair accessible, so guests with mobility needs should factor that in.
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