Overview
Available languages
5 hours
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Chef Federico Alessandri is a qualified chef who has studied under several Michelin Star chefs (at ''A Tavola con Lo Chef'' cooking school- 3 Diplomas and 4 master courses) and he has worked in several different restaurants in Rome. This culminated in him becoming a personal chef and having the pleasure to cook for the rich and famous. He has traveled around the world teaching Italian cuisine.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What To Expect
The lesson, or otherwise known as an ‘educational party’, would begin at 10A.M. and comprises of instruction and hands – on practise in making 3 different pastas (one pasta long,one short, and one stuffed), accompanied by 3 delectable sauces, followed by a served dessert. (*Menu structure can change according to seasonal ingredients) Fine Italian wines are included. The lesson will take approximately 5 hours, including the meal. More than just the recipes, cooking methods are taught along with creative presentation of the plates. Unforgettable tricks and tips are given throughout the lesson. The menù is seasonal; whether it be cooking with wild asparagus, fresh produce from the vegetable patch, or mushrooms or truffles-Chef Federico Alessandri can explain not only the recipes, but the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of Italian cuisine.The cooking school is set in a professional kitchen which overlooks the surrounding olive orchard from which we produce our own delicious extra virgin olive oil. A tour of the historical tour of our medieval Casale is also included. It is also possible to enjoy a quick swim after the class in our black infinity pool.
Sample Menu
starter
Many different kind
main
Fresh pasta from scretch
main
Meat or fish
dessert
Home made dessert
Options
5-Hour Cooking class of Italian Cuisine
What‘s Included
A professional equipped kitchen
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
40 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fun and informative experience - would repeat to learn more recipes!
903rachelg,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our group of 8 adults had a fantastic time participating in the one-day cooking experience. Louise was a kind and informative host, giving us a tour of some of the property including the charming chapel. Chef Federico provided a fun and educational experience - we appreciated his wit and high standards. We learned to make a pasta dish, gnocchi, and a simple chicken dish. The kitchen set-up is spacious, professional, and efficiently run, and the overall property is gorgeous. This was a perfect way to spend a rainy day.
A day to remember
samanthatL8243TS,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An extraordinary experience! Breathtaking views! A magical villa brimming with remarkable history…a great way to transport yourself back in time. Peaceful. The gorgeous, kind host and the full of life chef were so much fun to be around. The 5 hour cooking course was fun and educational. I learnt so much about making pasta, gnocchi and the mother sauce! The meals were scrumptious. The wine flowed and their olive oil is divine…bursts with flavour! I highly recommend this trip and will certainly go again myself. Perfect for a couple or with friends.
Unexpected private experience
Alex G,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very hands on experience not just a demonstration prepare to learn a lot have fun and get you hands dirty (with ingredients). Chef Frederico has a great sense of humor made the entire experience absolutely fantastic, he has a great partner and staff and a lovely history filled facility. I’d wish we’d known they’re also an inn would’ve loved to stay a night or two in the property.
Seriously Consider Over Any Other Italian Cuisine Cooking Classes
solarenergyhouse,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The three of us booked the full day experience with Chef Federico and his staff and his wife, Louise. This was an investment in time (over 5+ hours + driving there and back added an additional 2 hours to the overall timeline). Therefore we wanted to make the most of the day. We wanted to both learn new cooking techniques, but also learn greater depth of "why do you ___" and also have an incredible meal (assuming we followed Federico's instructions... "Yes, Chef !") We were not disappointed in anyway. Warmly greeted, we were welcomed onto the property, and Louise quickly made a connection with us. Introducing us to Chef Federico and his kitchen-hand, Ruby, we quickly learnt that Chef is funny, very knowledgeable and a skilled teacher. Chef would show us a technique and we mimicked, encouraging and guiding we found ourselves competently making three different pastas with three different yummy sauces with antipasto course and served a refreshing seasonal dessert to cleanse our palate. The red and white wine provided from beginning to end was excellent . We learnt numerous tips and hints that our really great foodie and cook (adult) daughter didn't know. Overall, we left as friends as well as happy (and blissfully full) customers. Highly recommend you visit here over potentially other closer or maybe 'cheaper' cooking classes in the greater Umbria region as we have experienced others before... and this experience exceeded our wildest expectations.
revelations in food!
Marietta13,Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friend and I - both pretty serious home cooks & gardeners - learned so much from this experience. Chef Alessandri was an excellent teacher: personable and entertaining, with a wry sense of humor and a breadth of knowledge and experience. The preparations he led us through were delicious and pure, while the techniques respected and brought the best out of the ingredients. We are coming home with valuable skills that we will use in our own kitchens. The Casale was so beautiful; I really hope we can return as guests of the manor one day. Louise and the staff were so kind and generous. It's inspiring to see people driven by what they love to do and bringing it off in such style. This cooking class is highly recommended, especially if you already have some facility in the kitchen and want to up your game.
Cooking class with Chef Federico
J S,May 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had 1 :1 class eir6h Chef Federico. Learned a lot about the techniques of sauce, fresh pasta, and gnocchi. Excellent teacher. Class was in English, but I understand a lot of Italian. Highly recommend the venue abdt the class in a beautiful setting.
Extraordinary!
MonicaL500,May 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding property, hosts and the cooking class was far beyond any I had ever done. It was fun and entertaining and taught me methods that will last a lifetime.
Italian Gem
lisalS3684CL,Jan 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I had 3 amazing nights at Casale Alessandri. A truly beautiful location, cozy and welcoming with the added bonus of amazing food. Louise and Federico ensure you are well cared for and very well fed. The rooms are amazing, each one unique, interesting and comfortably appointed. Louise ensures your stay is perfect and provides lots of recommendations for touring around the area. Federico’s class in an outstanding kitchen which brings the surrounding outdoors inside is an adventure. He shares his knowledge and passion for cooking in an entertaining manner which makes the 5 hour class fly by. I highly recommend Casale Alessandri for couples, or a family, friend or work retreat. An unexpected surprise was the pool with a view of the Italian countryside…. Love this place!
Highlight of the trip
H7449GOjustins,Dec 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an authentic cooking class with great company and amazing food. Chef Alessandri was engaging and took the time to really show and explain every detail of the dishes. You can tell he really wants you to make this again on your own. Each pasta was incredible, and it was the best food we ate on the trip. The whole crew was nothing but inviting and the property was an attraction in itself that prompted us to plan another longer visit. This is a top memory of our vacation and one we hope to repeat!
One of our favourite experiences in all of Italy
287gregk,Oct 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did a cooking class with chef Federico in 2017 in Rome with my daughter. We had such an amazing experience, that when my wife and I were planning our 2024 trip to Italy, a visit to his newly opened casale was very high on my list. While my expectations were high, I can honestly say that they were exceeded on every level. The location was beautiful and the room and grounds had the perfect combination of history and comfort. The cooking class was exceptionally enjoyable and educational. I don't know how he does it but it was equally enjoyable for both myself (a fairly keen and experienced cook) and my wife ( who's enthusiasm for cooking is somewhat more limited). We both learned a great lot and had an absolute ball doing it. In addition each of the meals we had - both the gourmet and the rustic meals - were absolutely phenomenal. Chef Federico is an authentic and incredibly creative chef who constantly changes his menu to use the best local ingredients to produce wonderfully inspired meals. Louise was also amazing with her knowledge of not only the local areas, but the local wines that matched perfectly with the food (at a VERY reasonable price). On top of all this Federico and his wife Louise are just two of the nicest people we have met in a long time. Be it a general chat about life and family, discussions of food and wine, or just a chat about foraging mushrooms in the local hills - we just had a fabulous time here. I know I may sound over-enthusiastic, but I genuinely could not recommend a stay at Casale Alessandri enough. It really was the highlight of our month long trip to Italy.
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