Learn & Eat: Fresh Pasta Masterclass and Meal in a Locals Home

Exploring the culinary delights of Bologna is an experience not to be missed. The "Learn & Eat: Fresh Pasta Masterclass and Meal in a Local’s Home" offers an unparalleled opportunity to take in the rich traditions of Italian cuisine. By joining this intimate class, you will embark on a journey of discovery, crafting their own fresh pasta alongside a local expert. But the experience doesn’t end there – guests will indulge in a delightful meal, savoring the flavors of homemade cured meats, cheeses, and a classic tiramisu, all while enjoying the warm hospitality of a local home. This is a chance to truly connect with the heart and soul of Bologna’s gastronomic heritage.

Good To Know

• Immersive hands-on experience to learn the art of making two types of fresh pasta from a local expert.
• Indulge in a starter of homemade cured meats, cheeses, and local breads, followed by the pasta dishes and classic Italian dessert.
• Intimate setting with a maximum of 8 travelers, showcasing the renowned food culture of Bologna.
• Convenient meeting point with access to public transportation, suitable for infants and service animals.
• Hassle-free reservation process with flexible cancellation policy and secure payment options.

Activity Overview

For those seeking an immersive culinary experience, the Fresh Pasta Masterclass offers the chance to step into the kitchen of a local host and learn the art of making authentic Italian pasta.

During this activity, you will learn traditional techniques for crafting two types of fresh pasta, such as tortellini, tagliatelle, or garganelli.

After the hands-on cooking lesson, guests will enjoy a starter of homemade cured meats, cheeses, and local breads, followed by a delectable lunch and dinner featuring the pasta they’ve prepared.

With a maximum of 8 travelers, this intimate experience promises an authentic taste of Bologna’s renowned food culture.

Sample Menu

The sample menu for this Fresh Pasta Masterclass showcases the authentic flavors of Bologna. The meal begins with a starter of homemade cured meats and cheeses served with either focaccia or piadina. The main course features two types of fresh pasta, such as Tortellini, Tortelloni, Tagliatelle, Balanzoni, Garganelli, or Strichetti. For dessert, guests will indulge in the classic Tiramisu. Throughout the meal, local wine is included to complement the authentic experience.

Course	Item
Starter	Homemade cured meats and cheeses with focaccia or piadina
Main	Two types of fresh pasta (e.g., Tortellini, Tortelloni, Tagliatelle, Balanzoni, Garganelli, Strichetti)
Dessert	Tiramisu

Meeting and Pickup

Participants typically meet at the designated meeting point on Via Montello, 28, 40131 Bologna BO, Italy. From there, the experience returns to the same meeting point upon completion.

The experience is:

• Not wheelchair accessible, but stroller accessible
• Allows service animals
• Conveniently located near public transportation
• Suitable for infants, who must sit on laps

It’s important to note that the meeting point and end point are the same, providing a seamless start and finish to the fresh pasta masterclass and meal in a local’s home.

Booking Information

Confirmation of the booking is received at the time of reservation.

Visitors have the option to reserve now and pay later. The experience can be freely cancelled up to 24 hours before the start time in the local time zone. This flexible cancellation policy provides peace of mind for travelers.

Payment for the experience is handled securely through the booking platform.

The process of reserving this immersive culinary adventure in Bologna is straightforward and hassle-free, allowing guests to focus on anticipating the delightful pasta-making lesson and authentic meal.

Reviews

How have past participants responded to this fresh pasta masterclass experience in Bologna? Based on the reviews, it seems that this experience has been highly praised by previous travelers.

The experience boasts a 5.0-star overall rating from 2 total reviews.

Some of the key highlights include:

1. Learning a great deal about making fresh pasta
2. Enjoying a delicious meal of homemade pasta dishes and local specialties
3. Appreciating the warmth and hospitality of the local host, Paola
4. Finding the meeting location to be very accessible and easy to find

Getting to the Experience

The meeting point for this fresh pasta masterclass is located at Via Montello, 28, 40131 Bologna BO, Italy. From there, you will be guided to the local host’s home where the experience takes place. The experience is not wheelchair accessible, but it is stroller accessible and allows service animals. Public transportation is available nearby.

Transportation	Details
Public Transit	Available nearby
Parking	Limited
Accessibility	Not wheelchair accessible, stroller accessible, service animals allowed
Meeting Point	Via Montello, 28, 40131 Bologna BO, Italy

After the cooking lesson and meal, the experience returns to the original meeting point.

What to Expect

Participants can expect an immersive hands-on experience in the home of a local pasta-making expert.

The class includes:

• A cooking lesson where you’ll learn to make two types of fresh pasta, such as tortellini, tagliatelle, or balanzoni.
• A starter of homemade cured meats, cheeses, and focaccia or piadina.
• A main course featuring the pasta you just prepared, accompanied by local wine.
• A classic Italian dessert, tiramisu, to cap off the meal.

Throughout the experience, you’ll be able to savor the flavors of Bologna while gaining valuable insights into the art of traditional pasta making.

The Sum Up

This immersive pasta-making experience offers an authentic taste of Bologna’s culinary heritage. Guests will craft fresh pasta with a local expert, savor a delightful starter, and indulge in a classic tiramisu, all within the warm atmosphere of a local home. It’s a unique opportunity to learn traditional techniques and enjoy a delicious meal in an intimate setting.