Bologna
The classes in pasta’s capital: tagliatelle rolled by hand, ragu defended by statute and home kitchens where grandmothers grade the fold. Bologna registered the official ragu recipe with a notary; the classes teach the canonical text.
Experience authentic Italian cooking in Bologna with a hands-on pasta and ragù class, guided by passionate locals. Includes spritz, wine, and recipes.
Most Popular“A marvelous experience, the staff was super nice and even helped us find bars and pubs for new year's eve! We had an amazing time and everything was delicious.”
Discover Bologna’s culinary secrets with a hands-on pasta-making class at Grace’s home. Learn authentic techniques, enjoy a delicious lunch, and savor local wine.
“I can’t recommend this fabulous class enough! Grace—better known as the kind and generous Pasta Mama—welcomed us into her beautiful home, which was filled with the mouthwatering aroma of the bolognese sauce she had prepared for our lunch. She guided us through pasta-making with patience…”
Discover authentic Italian cuisine with a hands-on pasta and tiramisu cooking class in Bologna, including wine, guidance from friendly chefs, and a delicious meal.
“Perfect pasta making course. Luca was very helpful and great host.”
Experience authentic Bologna cuisine with a 3-hour pasta and tiramisu cooking class, complete with wine, hands-on fun, and local insights.
“Great family experience while in Bologna. Luca was kind, knowledgeable and great with the children. We also loved the food we made!”
Join Alessia in Bologna for a hands-on cooking class where you'll craft authentic pasta and tiramisu, enjoy regional wines, and share a memorable meal.
“We enjoyed this wonderful cooking class with Alessia. She is warm and hospitable as well as very knowledgeable. We learnt to make pasta and tiramisu and had a wonderful meal at the end of the class. I would highly recommend this experience.”
Join a small-group cooking class in Bologna to learn authentic pasta and tiramisù from passionate local hosts in a cozy home setting.
“This was such a wonderful class it was a treat from start to finish. Christina has a wealth of understanding and experience in the Italian kitchen and shared it with us to teach us technique, and shortcuts, and fine handling of materials and instruments. When…”
Discover authentic Bologna cuisine with a hands-on pasta-making class in a local home, guided by friendly hosts, for a memorable culinary experience.
“Seeing an Italian residence, meeting other people, learning a few tips about making pasta. The place was a tad difficult to locate.”
Experience authentic Bologna pasta-making at a local's home, learn traditional recipes, and enjoy a family-style meal with wine in this private class.
“This was truly one of the highlights of my trip to Bologna! The class took place in our chef’s beautiful home, which instantly made the experience feel warm and authentic. We started with a glass of crisp Prosecco and learned to make three different kinds…”
Discover authentic Italian pasta-making in Bologna with a hands-on workshop, delicious meal, and local wine—perfect for food lovers seeking genuine experiences.
“We really enjoyed this experience and the opportunity to learn pasta making from someone who is really passionate about keeping traditional foods and techniques alive. Irene was very fun but also very serious about teaching you what to do. Irene allowed us to ask questions…”
Join a hands-on pasta making class in Bologna, led by passionate locals. Learn, create, and taste authentic Italian pasta with fresh ingredients and expert tips.
“Very enjoyable! Very good teacher, made me feel special like I was her first student ever. So patient and encouraging while also discussing Italian family philosophy’s of cooking. I’m no great cook but with Irene’s guidance I made 3 different types of pasta with ease.…”
Experience authentic Bologna cuisine with a hands-on tagliatelle and ragù cooking class, including wine, dessert, and local recipes in a cozy home setting.
“The tour gave us an excellent insight into the city of Bologna and its cuisine. Antonio was friendly, informative and an amazing chef - the food tasted fantastic. Looking forward to trying out the recipes at home.”
Discover authentic Bolognese cuisine with a private cooking class on scenic hills, including optional wine pairing and stunning Po Valley views.
“We had a warm welcome and we enjoyed the beautiful house and garden. We made pasta tagliatelle and tiramisu - Bianca shared her tips and experiences with cooking. She made it very fun and easy and interesting for us. We definitely recommend visiting Bianca's cooking…”
Discover how to make authentic Italian gelato in Bologna with this hands-on class. Perfect for food lovers wanting a fun, local experience in the city center.
“I really enjoyed the session. Monia was so knowledgeable and she gave great options for toppings! I. Loved all three gelati and my favorite topping was the cherries! I even tried the balsamic vinegar which seemed strange but had a good taste with the gelato!”
Experience authentic Bologna cuisine with Margherita’s home-based cooking class, combining hands-on pasta making, market visits, and local flavors.
“Wonderful cooking experience. Margherita is knowledgeable and engaging and very welcoming. A genuine pleasure, thank you, I learned a lot and felt very humbled to be welcomed in to her home. A brilliant experience and will take away great lessons and tips. Would highly recommend”
Join Chiara’s authentic pasta class in a historic Bologna estate, learn traditional recipes, and enjoy a home-cooked Italian meal in a stunning rural setting.
“Chiara was a wonderful hostess and teacher. Angela, her assistant was kind and helpful. Our only challenge was the rainy weather. The class was much preferred to one in town. My friend and I learned and also enjoyed our time immensely.”
The fat city: hand-rolled pasta under forty kilometers of portico.