Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna
Overview
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3 hours
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You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two!
Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your Cesarina.
As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu.
Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture.
• Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand
• Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types
• Learn to make the iconic tiramisu
• Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests
• Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up
Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Please note that our Cesarine are ready and thrilled to host you in their homes! All Cesarine are always very careful and attentive of the important sanitary rules needed, even more now! The homes provide all the essential sanitary equipment for the guests (paper towels for washing hands, hand sanitizing gel and so on). Remember to always maintain 1 meter distance from each other and if not, wear masks and gloves
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Beverages (water, wines and coffee)
Tasting of the 2 pasta recipes and tiramisu
Pasta (2 iconic pasta types) and Tiramisu-making Class
Italian Aperitivo: prosecco and nibbles
What To Expect
Learn to make the famous Pasta and tiramisù in local homes with this hands-on cooking class. Discover, cook and experience the most iconic Italian dishes with expert home cooks in their own homes. This is a shared cooking class held in a carefully selected local home in Varenna. Our Cesarine (the name of our hosts) will welcome you like part of the family and will teach you their family cooking secrets for an authentic culinary experience.
Sample Menu
main
Pasta
dessert
Tiramisu
Options
Pasta and Tiramisù + dinner
Share your Pasta Love: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna
Reviews
196 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Enjoyed home cooking experience in beautiful Bellano / Varenna
Fiona P,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had so much fun learning to make some authentic local dishes from our Cesarine Patrizia S. She is a warm person , patiently answered our many questions. Can't wait to try out what we learnt.
Enjoyed cooking with Federico!
GobiGal14,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience with Federico as our host and cooking instructor. He was welcoming, informative and passionate about food and wine. We learned about and made a pasta dish of the region -pizzoccheria alla valtellinese (buckwheat pasta with potatoes and swiss chard) - along with orecchiette with pesto made with basil fresh from Federico’s garden. Topped the evening off with delicious tiramisu that we made at the start of the class - yum! So much fun learning about his culinary experience and sharing a meal with him. Highly recommend enjoying a class with Federico!
Amazing experience!
Oskar S,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! Patrizia and Luca were wonderful hosts and teachers! This is a must-do when visiting Lake Como to really immerse yourself in the culture. Amazing food, amazing vibes, and amazing people!
Incredible experience on our honeymoon!
G5717HQlaurenp,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible experience we did for our last night in como on our honeymoon! Patricia and her husband were so warm and welcoming and the service and attention to detail was top knotch from the start to the finish. I would recommend to all couples for a fun romantic night learning the local life
Lovely cooking class provided by Patrizia
Kevin G,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Patrizia has a cozy home and a lovely kitchen set in the Italian mountains. She taught us how to make traditional pasta and tiramisu from scratch. She was kind and taught us well. The food turned out very delicious and we ate everything with an amazing view of the lake. This experience was well worth the price tag and it was easily my favorite part of my trip.
Greatest experience I’ve had in Italy
alexcE5072MH,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cannot begin to explain how amazing of experience this was from the conversation to the cooking to the food knowledge and amazing views. Simply one of the best experiences I’ve ver had in Italy. Patrizia was amazing and she made it feel like I was with family cooking a meal. Everything was amazing!
Fun and delicious
Wparryj,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great evening of food and conversation with Patrizia and Luca! They showed us such warm hospitality in their lovely home. Patrizia took us all though the recipes step by step and we got to enjoy some delicious food she had cooked us as we went. We cannot wait to recreate the recipes at home. We would recommend speaking to Patrizia a number of days before hand to arrange a taxi to and from the meeting point as it's difficult to get too with public transport.
Highlight of Our Honeymoon in Como!
Ryan T,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This cooking class with Patrizia was absolutely incredible and truly the highlight of our honeymoon in Como. The view was absolutely jaw-dropping, creating the perfect backdrop for the experience. Patrizia guided us through making multiple kinds of pasta, and it was such a fun, hands-on way to learn. She created a warm and welcoming atmosphere and the food we created together was delicious. We had a fantastic time and would recommend this class to anyone visiting Lake Como.
The full Italian Pasta Experience!
A1377XXseank,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Monica was a wonderful host! We were not sure what to expect from our cooking class, and Monica welcomed us into our kitchen and made us feel like Master Chefs! We made Tagliatelle with Mediterranean Salsa, Ravioli with spinach & ricotta dressing and Tiramisu for desert! Monica helped us through the whole process and made sure our wine glasses were never empty! Thanks again for the wonderful experience!
Five stars
ferdademirtas,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing experience!! Had such a great time, love that it was so authentic and got to experience a cooking class in someone’s cozy home and they taught us their homemade/family recipes! Patrizia was so amazing letting into her beautiful home with the breathtaking views! Also, she was the sweetest and so welcoming! Overall, it was a great experience and I highly recommend!
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