Cooking Classes in Italy
Authentic Italian cooking classes with local chefs
Discover authentic Italian cuisine through hands-on pasta, pizza and traditional cooking classes in Italy.
Why book directly with Cooking Italy?
Best Prices
Receive the best available price, including exclusive group rates and discounts.
Plans change
Reschedule or cancel with ease anytime up to 6 hours before your activity.
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Most popular Italian cooking classes & food tours
Rome Pasta & Tiramisù Cooking Class near the Vatican-
3 hours -
Nearby the Vatican Area
From 40 €
3 hours Nearby the Vatican Area
Rome Food & Wine Tour by the Vatican- 4 hours
- Prati Neighborhood
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5 Stops -
Max 12 People
Price 109 €
4 hours Prati Neighborhood 5 Stops Max 12 People
Verona Pasta & Tiramisù Cooking Class with Fine Wine- 3 hours
- Historical Center, nearby Arena di Verona
- Max 12 People
From 69 €
3 hours Historical Center, nearby Arena di Verona Max 12 PeopleCooking Italy is Recommended by
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Where will you taste Italy?
Discover authentic cooking classes in Italy led by local chefs in Rome, Florence, Venice, Bologna, Milan and destinations across the country. Learn to make fresh pasta, pizza, tiramisù and traditional regional dishes through hands-on Italian cooking experiences.
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Cooking Class in MadridWhy choose our cooking classes in italy?
Authentic cooking classes in Italy
Discover authentic cooking classes in Italy led by passionate local chefs who share the recipes, traditions and flavours of their regions. From family-run kitchens to local neighbourhoods, our experiences take you beyond the usual tourist trail and closer to genuine Italian food culture.
Hands-on cooking classes & food tours
Learn by doing hands-on Italian cooking classes using local ingredients and best traditional techniques. Make fresh pasta, discover regional recipes, taste local wines and explore Italy’s best culinary heritage through immersive cooking experiences and walking food tours.
Authentic local connections
Our cooking classes and food tours offer a personal, relaxed way to experience Italian food culture. Spend time with local chefs and hosts, ask questions, hear the stories behind regional dishes and connect with the people, traditions and flavours that make Italian cuisine so special.
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Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free guests are welcome. Please tell us about any dietary requirements when you book your cooking experience so we can prepare for your class.
An Italian cooking experience is a fun way to discover local food and culture, learn traditional cooking techniques, and enjoy the dishes you prepare. You’ll also take home recipes and skills you can use long after your trip.
Prices depend on the location, group size, and type of experience. Our classes typically cost between €59 and €89 per person.
The best cooking classes are hands-on experiences where you can learn traditional recipes from local chefs and cooks. Our classes focus on regional Italian food and let you make favorites like fresh pasta, pizza, or tiramisu from scratch.