Cooking Class in an Italian Family Home : Pasta & Wine near Lecce
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Spend an evening in a real Italian home with Enza and her family in the countryside in Corigliano d'Otranto near Lecce.
We begin with a traditional Italian aperitif, sharing homemade appetizers and prosecco while everyone gets to know each other.
Then each guest prepares their own fresh pasta by hand using local ingredients and family recipes.
Once the pasta is ready, we cook everything and sit around the table together to enjoy dinner with local wine, music and conversation.
The evening ends with homemade dessert, our family limoncello, and a small memory of the experience.
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
What To Expect
In a welcoming Salento family home near Lecce, you’ll experience an authentic Apulian cooking class and a relaxing dinner full of southern Italian charm. Located in Corigliano d’Otranto, just 15 minutes from Lecce, this hands-on pasta making class takes place in a cozy countryside Villa surrounded by olive trees. You’ll start with a small aperitif by the pool or near the fireplace, depending on the season. Then, guided by Enza and her family, you’ll learn to make traditional orecchiette and maccheroncini from scratch, using time-honored recipes passed down through generations. Dinner follows with local wine and typical dishes from Puglia, served in a warm, family atmosphere, on the veranda in summer or by the fire in winter. Vegan, vegetarian, and lactose-free options are available. Families and children are welcome. The experience ends with our homemade limoncello and the feeling of being part of a true Italian family. Join this Lecce cooking class for a genuine food and culture experience in Puglia.
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
Cooking class
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Dinner
Prosecco - Wine - Limoncello
Coffee and/or Tea
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
399 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Authentic and Unforgettable Cooking Experience
G5216IRlauras,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fantastic cooking class with a wonderful Italian family who made us feel incredibly welcome from the moment we arrived. The whole experience was fun, relaxed, and really informative, with plenty of tips and stories along the way that made it truly authentic. The food we prepared with Enza’s instructions was absolutely delicious, and it was so special learning traditional recipes in such a warm and friendly environment. A lovely touch was that Enza sent us all of the recipes afterwards so we can recreate the dishes at home and relive the experience. This is an absolute must-do when visiting Puglia and was without doubt one of the highlights of our holiday. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a genuine and memorable Italian experience!
5 Star +
Meander38061472587,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great experience with Enza and her delightful family. Professional and yet relaxed and lots of fun and laughter. . Arrive early and have a look around this delightful little village !
LOVED Cooking Love!
921sandik,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the moment my daughter and I arrived at Cooking Love, we were greeted warmly by the family of five at their beautiful home. They had a beautiful charcuterie board prepared with homemade dips and homegrown vegetables, with glasses of Prosecco for everyone. We gathered on their outside deck to prepare our pasta, which was guided expertly by Enza and her daughters. The wine flowed, as well as the conversation, among the 12 guests, and the finished product was spectacular. The dinner ended with a homemade pie. I highly, highly recommend that you book an evening at Cooking Love if you are in the Lecce region.
Amazing Pasta Class
DRHARRY W,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The pasta class was nothing short of amazing. From Enza and Antonio, the welcoming and gracious hosts, to the appetizers and wine by the pool, to the pasta making class, to enjoying the meal we made together with our group, to the dessert , wine and lemoncello after dinner, to the music shared around the table, eveyrthing was perfect. This was our second time taking the pasta class and we will definitely be back again. You will love the entire evening, guaranteed.
Highlight of our Puglia trip
stevencS5740JG,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The favorite thing we did on our week and a half in Puglia. Enza and her family truly open up their home to you. The wine, champagne, and laughs flow and they are patient with everyone regardless of past cooking experience. The location is about 25 mins outside of downtown Lecce in case that's an issue
… we didn’t know we’d have this much fun…
Sunshine06644135395,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eight of us (friends from Seattle) decided to take a pasta‑making class. We knew we would have fun; we didn’t know we would have this much fun! Our hosts, Enza and Antonio, welcomed us into their home and lives. Assisted by their two daughters, they patiently guided us in making pasta, culminating in a lively meal of pasta we made ourselves. We highly recommend this outing—buon appetito!
Amazing authentic adventure
Dana C,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Omg! This is a must do! We had an amazing time cooking with this family. We loved learning to make pasta, it was so much fun. The hosts we unbelievably kind, generous and delightful
Delightful cooking class
Katia G,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Delightful cooking experience, maybe the best I've had so far. Enza and Antonio are warm and kind hosts, Enza is an expert cook, their house cozy and welcoming. Memorable experience, not just a cooking class.
Exceeded Expectations!
mariapD1940GH,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of my travel goals was to book a pasta making class in Italy. Found this one in Puglia near Lecce and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. The hosts (Enza & Antonio) were amazing. The roll out of the evening was perfect. We started with appetizers with the hosts, then made 2 types of pasta with Enza who is a great teacher. We enjoyed a magnificent pasta meal with wine and dessert. Overall, we would say this experience exceeded our expectations and rate this as a 5 out of 5.
Great way to spend an evening from Lecce
Venture14359409510,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great start to our trip in Puglia. We were staying in Lecce and didn’t have a car so Enza booked us a return taxi taking all the stress out of getting there. It was like a visit with family and friends but learning g to cook pasta from scratch with just Semolina and water. A great evening.
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