Private Tour
Cooking Class in a Historical Oil Mill near Trasimeno Lake
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
My name is Francesco Borsari, and cooking has always been my language, connecting me to the land and cherished memories. I invite you to a special experience in an ancient olive mill by Lake Trasimeno, in the heart of Umbria. Surrounded by stunning views and the scent of freshly pressed olive oil, we’ll prepare traditional Umbrian dishes using local, organic ingredients. We’ll roll out fresh pasta, create savory sauces, and craft timeless recipes passed down through generations.
You’ll taste the finest olive oils from the mill and enjoy a guided tour, learning about the pressing process and history. At the end, we’ll share the meal we’ve created, savoring each bite and celebrating good food, laughter, and being together. It’s more than just a cooking class – it’s an unforgettable journey into the heart of Umbria, by Lake Trasimeno.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Everything that we are going to need to prepare the food.
Lunch or Dinner depending in your chosen activity start time
Coffee and/or Tea
Private transportation
What To Expect
My name is Francesco, and I am 25 years old. Since I was a child, cooking has been my passion, a passion that stems from memories of home, from the days spent cooking with my father, who taught me to choose and respect each ingredient as a little treasure. I invite you to experience a special culinary journey with me, immersed in a peaceful corner where time seems to flow more slowly. In an ancient olive mill in Umbria, in Monte del Lago, by the charming Lake Trasimeno, surrounded by nature and history. Together, we will prepare simple yet flavorful dishes: handmade fresh pasta, freshly pressed olive oil, and many other local products that tell the story of the beauty and goodness of our land. It’s not just a cooking class; it’s a journey into memories, a rediscovery of slow and thoughtful gestures, and an opportunity to learn, laugh, and share a special moment with old and new friends. Every dish we prepare together will be a harmony of ingredients that speak of tradition, passion, and the joy of being together. At the end of the class, you will have the chance to relish what we’ve cooked, accompanied by a tasting of fresh olive oil.
Sample Menu
starter
Typical Umbria Appetizer
Pecorino cheese served with jam and honey, Capocollo, Salame and Prosciutto. Bruschette con pomodori e olio.
main
Handmade Ravioli
Handmade ravioli(ricotta and spinach), with sage butter and Parmesan cheese.
dessert
Cantucci with Vinsanto
Handmade Cantucci with Vinsanto
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Cooking Class in a Historical Oil Mill near Trasimeno Lake
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Class and Fantastic Chef!
Sarah S,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The four of us had an amazing class! Francesco is extremely patient, funny, kind and such an excellent chef. He taught us all about olives, the history of olive oil processing and how growers share their products with the world today. Francesco taught us how to make the most delicious ravioli just the way his Nonna taught him. We highly recommend this experience. We are so happy we did it!
A cooking class to remember
rachelhparks,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best cooking class! Francesco is an amazing instructor. So friendly and very talented. We loved making the spinach ravioli, bruschetta, and traditional almond bread! The olive oil tasting and mill setting on the lake was so interesting and beautiful. It was the perfect morning. Low key, fun, and not too laborious as much of our group doesn’t cook back home. A memory we will keep for a long time!! Don’t miss out if you’re in this area!
Great class and beautiful location with a gorgeous chef!
LeaEllen A,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Francesco was absolutely wonderful! He managed to brilliantly teach six very energetic young women and still make me feel a part of the class as someone who could have been their mom. I learned a lot and couldn’t recommend the experience more.
Wonderful Experience!
331kanderson,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful morning spent on Lake Trasimeno with Francesco! The mill was easy to find and navigate with great parking. Seeing the tour of the olive oil mill and learning about the process was very interesting. We loved being able to purchase products from the mill. Francesco was a great teacher, we made homemade bruschetta, spinach ricotta ravioli and cantucci biscuits. All were delicious with great company! Highly recommend.
Great experience for anyone who loves food.
Susan R,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We are 3 life long friends traveling through Italy and this was a great experience. Started with a tour of the garden and the old mill. Francesco gave a brief history on how olive oil was once produced at the mill. The large terracotta jugs that were once used to store oil are spectacular! We then made ravioli and cantucci. Delicious!! Francesco was very relaxed and easy to take instruction from. We had a lovely lunch with bruchetta, wine, ravioli and cantucci. Francesco also had us taste the different oils they produce. Nice relaxed afternoon! I highly recommend!
Best experience!
Stephanie R,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I can’t say enough good things about this experience! We had such a wonderful time. Francesco was a warm host and we joyed not only the cooking but the company as well. We were also lucky to meet the owner of the facility, and thoroughly enjoyed him as well. And, it’s a really cool venue too. Highly recommend.
Unreliable
664antoinetten,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Booked in afternoon on 8/28 Booking confirmed. At 10:38 pm tour was cancelled stating that tour organizer had a scheduled medical visit. When booking we were advised we could not cancel and receive a refund because shorter than 24 hours notice. Disappointed since it showed availability and we got confirmation. We had also booked a car which we couldn’t cancel and lost car rental fee.
Very good pasta
Moppie2308,
Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Francis was very kind. The explanation of how to make pasta and how they make oil was very interesting. Everything was very good. Wine and oil.
The best time for a family!
Lisa D,
Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Two thumbs up from everyone in our family! We stopped here on our way from Umbria to Tuscany. It was both informational and fun for the whole family. The tour of the olive oil mill was interesting and they had an amazing collection of old terra cotta pots that used to hold oil. We all learned how to make ravioli from scratch and how good food can be made from simple ingredients. Our host/teacher was so lovely and patient. We loved sharing our lunch with him. If you are in the area, this was a great experience!
Today was a day to remember!
Curious47925346775,
Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We dove into the art of making ravioli from scratch, learning traditional techniques passed down through generations. Then we stepped back in time to discover the historical process of pressing olives to make olive oil an incredible glimpse into Italy’s rich culinary heritage. To top it all off, we tasted some of the finest olive oil in the country fresh, pure, and unforgettable. After all our hard work, we sat down together to enjoy the delicious feast we had created made with our own hands, full hearts, and a whole lot of laughter. A huge thank you to Francesco, our passionate and talented teacher, who is a chef in the local area. What an experience!
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