Discovering the heart of Italian culinary heritage is a must-do for any foodie visiting Modena. This small group market tour and cooking class provides an immersive experience, blending a visit to a local market for fresh ingredients with hands-on lessons in traditional pasta and tiramisu making. With a maximum group size of 12, participants can expect personalized attention as they explore Modena’s rich flavors and cooking culture. The class culminates in a celebratory meal featuring the dishes you’ve prepared, complemented by local wines. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a curious gastronome, this experience offers an opportunity to delve deeper into the region’s renowned culinary traditions.
This experience made our list of the 3 Best Shopping Tours In Modena.
Good To Know
- The experience offers a hands-on cooking class in Modena, Italy’s culinary heartland, with lessons on making traditional Italian dishes like pasta and tiramisu.
- The class includes a visit to a local market to select fresh ingredients, followed by a celebratory meal featuring the prepared dishes paired with local wines.
- The experience is priced at $164.52 with a lowest price guarantee, flexible booking, and a reserve now, pay later option.
- The class lasts approximately 5 hours and has a maximum group size of 12, ensuring a personalized and immersive culinary experience.
- The experience is operated by Cesarine, a highly rated provider, and participants receive recipes to recreate the dishes at home.
Pricing and Booking Details
The starting price for the Cooking Class in Modena experience is $164.52.
Cesarine: Cooking Class offers a Lowest Price Guarantee, giving travelers the confidence they’re getting the best deal.
Flexible booking options include free cancellation up to 24 hours prior and a Reserve Now, Pay Later option.
The experience lasts approximately 5 hours, providing ample time to explore Modena’s renowned local cuisine.
Confirmation is received upon booking, and the meeting point is the host’s home, with the exact address provided after the reservation is made.
The class has a maximum group size of 12 travelers, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience.
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Experience Overview and Highlights
Located in Italy’s renowned Food Valley, Modena offers a distinct culinary heritage that the Cooking Class experience aims to showcase.
Travelers will visit a local market to select fresh ingredients before learning how to make pasta and tiramisu from the host. The hands-on lessons provide an immersive experience, and the celebratory meal features the prepared dishes paired with local wines.
The class is limited to a maximum of 12 participants, ensuring personalized attention from the host. Upon completion, you will receive the recipes for the dishes made during the class, allowing them to recreate the Modena magic at home.
Hands-on Cooking Lessons
At the heart of the Cooking Class experience in Modena lies the hands-on lessons, where participants dive into the art of making traditional Italian dishes. Guided by a local expert, travelers learn the techniques for crafting fresh pasta and the beloved tiramisu. The class features a detailed instruction table to ensure everyone follows along seamlessly:
Dish | Ingredients | Steps |
---|---|---|
Pasta Making | Flour, eggs, salt | Knead dough, roll into sheets, cut into shapes |
Tiramisu | Mascarpone, eggs, sugar, coffee, ladyfingers | Layer ingredients, chill before serving |
These engaging lessons provide a fun and educational way to take in Modena’s renowned culinary culture, culminating in a celebratory meal featuring the prepared dishes paired with local wines.
Celebratory Meal and Wines
Following the completion of the hands-on cooking lessons, participants gather to savor the dishes they’ve prepared.
The celebratory meal features the authentic Italian dishes made during the class, each paired with carefully selected local wines.
This shared dining experience allows guests to:
- Enjoy the fruits of their labor by savoring the pasta and tiramisu they crafted.
- Explore the nuances of Modena’s renowned cuisine through expert wine pairings.
- Engage in convivial conversation with the group and host, fostering a sense of camaraderie.
- Depart the experience with not only newfound cooking skills but also an appreciation for the region’s culinary heritage.
Meeting Point and Transportation
The meeting point for the cooking class is the host’s home, with the exact address provided to participants following the booking.
The experience is accessible via public transportation, making it convenient for travelers.
The class has a maximum group size of 12, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience.
Confirmation is received at the time of booking, and the class ends back at the original meeting point, providing a seamless start and finish to the culinary adventure.
Travelers can expect a mobile ticketing option for added convenience, and the class is offered in English as well as one additional language, catering to a diverse audience.
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Experience Details and Policies
What can travelers expect from the Cooking Class in Modena experience? The 5-hour hands-on class includes a market visit to select fresh ingredients, lessons on making pasta and tiramisu, and a celebratory meal featuring the prepared dishes paired with local wines.
The experience is operated by Cesarine, a renowned cooking school, and has an overall rating of 5.0 out of 11 reviews praising the fun, educational, and hospitable aspects.
Key details:
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior
- Reserve now, pay later option
- Maximum group size of 12 travelers
- Accessible via public transportation
Product code for reference is 68460P1288. Questions can be directed to the Viator Help Centre.
Traveler Reviews and Feedback
Travelers have enthusiastically praised the Cooking Class in Modena experience, awarding it an impressive 5.0 overall rating based on 11 reviews.
The positive marketplace experience is highlighted, with the cooking lessons praised for their fun and educational aspects. Hosts are recognized for their warmth and hospitality, and travelers appreciate that recipes for the dishes made during the class are provided.
The Cesarine: Cooking Class experience offers an immersive culinary adventure, allowing participants to explore the flavors of Modena’s renowned local cuisine.
Additional Information and Support
How else can one prepare for the Cooking Class in Modena experience? The booking process allows for flexibility, with a reserve now and pay later option.
Travelers can also take comfort in the Lowest Price Guarantee and free cancellation up to 24 hours prior. For additional support, the Viator Help Centre is available to address any questions.
The experience is also accessible via public transportation, making it convenient for attendees. Key information to have on hand includes:
- Confirmation received at time of booking
- Product code: 68460P1288
- Mobile ticketing option
- Experience offered in English and one additional language
Frequently Asked Questions
What Types of Ingredients Are Used in the Pasta and Tiramisu Dishes?
The pasta and tiramisu dishes likely feature fresh, local ingredients sourced from the market visit, such as seasonal produce, eggs, dairy, and traditional Italian spices and herbs. The hands-on lessons allow participants to learn how to prepare these classic Italian dishes.
Are Any Dietary Restrictions or Allergies Accommodated During the Experience?
The experience accommodates dietary restrictions and allergies. Travelers can let the host know their needs, and the team will work to modify or substitute ingredients as necessary to ensure everyone can participate fully in the cooking class.
Can the Cooking Class Be Customized for Private or Corporate Groups?
The cooking class can be customized for private or corporate groups. Cesarine: Cooking Class offers flexible group sizes and the opportunity to personalize the experience to fit specific needs and preferences.
Are Participants Required to Bring Any Cooking Tools or Equipment?
Participants don’t need to bring any cooking tools or equipment. All necessary ingredients and equipment are provided for the hands-on cooking lessons during the experience. The host takes care of everything to ensure a seamless and enjoyable class.
Is There an Option to Extend the Duration of the Cooking Class?
While the standard cooking class duration is approximately 5 hours, the host may accommodate requests to extend the experience for an additional fee. Participants should inquire about extended options when booking their reservation.
The Sum Up
This immersive market tour and cooking class in Modena offers a unique opportunity to explore Italy’s culinary heritage. Guests will enjoy personalized attention, hands-on lessons, and a celebratory meal featuring their own creations paired with local wines. With a small group size, this experience provides an intimate and memorable way to discover the rich flavors and traditions of Modena.
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