Small Group Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class in Cinque Terre

After the class, sit with your host and your fellow food lovers, and indulge in the delectable pasta and tiramisu you've prepared, and sip handpicked local wines and beverages. As you dine, engage in interesting conversations with your host, discover authentic Italian culture, and learn about new spots only known to locals to explore afterward.

Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class in Cinque Terre Description

Your 3-hour tour includes:

• Aperitivo including prosecco and nibbles

• Learn to create two pasta shapes

• Learn to make the perfect tiramisu

• Enjoy the food you’ve prepared

• Drinks including water, wines, and select beverages

• Small Group experience with a certified host

• Enjoy warm Italian hospitality

• Authentic experience featuring regional specialties

• A Warm Welcome Into a Riomaggiore Kitchen

Located on the picturesque Italian Riviera, Riomaggiore is one of the villages of Cinque Terre, meaning literally “Five Lands”. It is a collection of five charming fishing villages tucked daringly on the rugged coastline. It's here where fresh seafood, delectable pesto, and excellent wines are a common theme in daily life, making it an ideal location to learn the secrets of Italian cooking. So, at your predesignated meeting time, you'll arrive at your host's home, tucked in one of these quaint villages, Riomaggiore, ready to delve into a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

After being greeted with genuine Italian warmth and the tantalizing aroma of home-cooked food, you'll begin your culinary journey with an authentic Italian aperitivo featuring Prosecco and light nibbles. While enjoying this pre-meal snack meant to "open" your appetite, your host will provide an overview of the dishes you're about to create and the recipes that have been passed down for generations.

Hands-On Pasta Making

Next, it's time to don your apron and dive into the art of pasta making. Under the careful guidance of your host, you'll learn age-old techniques that have made Italian pasta a beloved staple around the world. From kneading the dough to shaping the pasta, each step is a testament to Italy's dedication to simplicity and high-quality ingredients. Plus, you'll not only gain unique pasta-making skills you can impress your family with once home, but your host will also share insights into Italian cuisine and culture that are rare to experience elsewhere.

The Perfect Tiramisu

When it’s time for dessert, you'll learn the ins and outs of creating the iconic Italian sweet treat–tiramisu. With your friendly host leading the way, you’ll uncover the secrets to perfectly balancing layers of mascarpone cream, ladyfingers, and a dusting of cocoa. While the origins of this dessert continue to be a topic of debate among various Italian regions, rest assured that the recipe you'll master has been refined and perfected over many generations.

Taste Your Creations

Finally, it's time to reap the rewards of your hard work. Sit down to an indulgent tasting session where you'll savor the pasta and tiramisu you've prepared, perfectly complemented by local wines and beverages. But remember, this isn’t just a cooking class topped with a meal.

Your host will also provide you with an insider's perspective into Cinque Terre, sharing hidden gems and local spots to explore during your stay. You'll leave with newfound culinary skills, a deeper understanding of Italian traditions, and a peek into local life, elevating your Italian journey well beyond the usual tourist experiences.