Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting in Lecce (Corigliano)
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Join Enza and her family in their charming villa in Corigliano d’Otranto, a picturesque village just 15 minutes from Lecce and one of the most beautiful historic towns in Salento. Discover the joy of making orecchiette and macaroni using traditional Apulian techniques and fresh local ingredients.
This immersive cooking class takes place in an authentic and welcoming Salento home, where simplicity meets tradition. Together, we'll prepare classic regional recipes using seasonal produce, handmade pasta, extra virgin olive oil, and vegetables grown in our garden or sourced from local farmers.
You'll enjoy a rich table of traditional dishes passed down through generations, from orecchiette with tomato and basil to maccheroni with seafood or chickpea cream and walnut crumble – all paired with excellent local wines. We'll end the evening with a delicious jam tart, a sip of homemade limoncello, and a touch of traditional music – the true flavors and authentic spirit of Puglia.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Customers who have not reached the legal drinking age in Italy, i.e. 18, will not be served alcoholic beverages.
musical instruments are made available to guests (Piano, guitar, Sax)
Guests can use the private swimming pool
people in wheelchairs are welcome and will be helped by us to accommodate themselves
website: www.cookinglove.it
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Dinner
Prosecco - Wine - Limoncello
Coffee and/or Tea
What To Expect
In a welcoming and authentic Salento family villa, you'll experience a hands-on cooking class and a relaxing dinner full of southern Italian charm. Located in the historical village of Corigliano d’Otranto – just 15 minutes from Lecce – the setting is as special as the food. You'll start with an aperitif by the pool or near the fireplace, depending on the season. Then, guided by Enza and her family, you’ll make fresh pasta together using time-honored methods. Dinner is served in a cozy, homely setting – on the veranda in summer, or by the fire in winter. The evening is enriched by laughter, stories, good music, and the company of new friends. Vegan, vegetarian, and lactose-free options are available. Children are welcome, and the space is accessible and family-friendly. At the end of the evening, enjoy a taste of our homemade limoncello and feel like part of the family.
Sample Menu
starter
Homemade bread with friselle, olives, and garden vegetables
Mixed platter with local salami, cheeses, and seasonal delights Served with prosecco and a warm family welcome
main
Handmade orecchiette with fresh tomato, basil, and extra virgin olive oil
Fresh pasta orecchiette made with durum wheat flour. The round and concave shape, perfect for the most varied condiments.
main
Maccheroni with mussels and clams – a true taste of the Mediterranean
Maccheroncini topped with mussels and clams, with a Mediterranean flavour
main
Macaroni with chickpea cream and toasted bread and walnut crumble
An old recipe from Enza’s grandmother, made with zero-kilometer ingredients grown in Mamma Lucetta’s garden.
dessert
jam tart
Classic jam tart, just like grandma used to make
dessert
Chocolate salami
a delicious sweet made with dark chocolate, soy milk, and crunchy wholemeal biscuits
dessert
Drinks
Reserve Local wines from Salento Prosecco, limoncello, coffee and/or tea Bottled water throughout the experience
Options
VIP Cooking Class
Cooking class
Reviews
293 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Exceptional
laurine u,
Aug 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00What can I say? Everything was perfect the kindness DE lhote the place the meal the course I spent my best evening in the apulia I recommend this activity 100% thank you
Wandering Adelaidians
Gavin C,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Relaxed family setting, more than accommodating. Very enjoyable, plenty of fun, would highly recommend.
Make Pasta & Be Treated like Family!
Amanda P,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wow, this experience has been a highlight of our 2+ weeks in Italy! Our hosts were incredibly welcoming to our diverse group, including my family of 4 with two teen girls. Their home and patio are lovely - and the sunset backdrop as we feasted on delicious aperitifs and aperol spritz was magical. Afterwards, we learned to make two different types of pasta from scratch - each at our own pasta making station. Afterwards, we all sat down at a large table for hours enjoying the pasta dishes, wine, dessert and lively conversation. Our group of 13 didn't want the night to end!! Our hosts truly treat you like extended family. Grazie mil!!! Don't hesitate to book this cooking class and unique dinner experience.
Very friendly evening
JEANGEORGES N,
Jul 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00It's a must-do. A very nice culinary and human experience. A very nice welcome by charming hosts.
Pasta making in Lecce
Daniel B,
Jul 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wow !! What an experience - we were welcomed into Enza and Antonio’s home and the whole evening was amazing. One of the best things we have done on our Italian holiday. Congratulations Enza and Antonio for your amazing hospitality and entertainment.
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