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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Dinner
Prosecco - Wine - Limoncello
Coffee and/or Tea
Options
Cooking class
Reviews
374 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Unforgettable Experience Like No Other
S3232BGmartam,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’ve done several cooking classes during my travels, but this one truly has no comparison. From the very first moment, you feel a warmth that’s hard to find elsewhere. It’s not just a class, it’s a real, intimate, deeply human experience. You’re not just taking a course; you’re stepping into a true Italian home, into someone’s life, into their way of sharing food and time. Everything flows naturally: the aperitivo with local products, the stories, the laughter… and the pasta-making is simply incredible. There’s no rush, no pressure, just the joy of doing something together, the way it used to be, while enjoying excellent wine. Enza and Antonio are the heart of it all. Their kindness, attention to detail, and the way they make you feel at ease are truly special. You arrive as a guest and leave feeling like you’ve spent an evening with family. I’ve taken other cooking classes, but this one is something completely different. It stays with you, not just for the food, but for the emotions it leaves behind.
The House, The Light, The Atmosphere
Global64322760061,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There’s something special about this place, something that’s hard to put into words. The house is beautiful and welcoming, the garden is peaceful, and at sunset everything becomes even more magical. Sitting there with a glass of wine, surrounded by nature and the calm of the evening, is one of those moments that really stays with you. The cooking part was just as enjoyable: making orecchiette and maccheroncini by hand, with simple gestures full of tradition, was both fun and surprising. It’s not just about cooking, it’s about learning something real, in a relaxed and joyful way. Enza and Antonio truly make the difference, they are genuine, warm, and make you feel at ease from the very first moment. You don’t feel like a guest, but part of their home. It was a simple, authentic experience, and that’s exactly what made it unforgettable.
Fantastic experience with great food!
adenmarlonv,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We greatly enjoyed the de cooking class as Enza and Antonio have given it. We ate delicious from the antipasti board of local and homemade products. The pasta making class was fun, there was also a lot of encouragement. Highly recommended for anyone who loves good food, coziness and warmth!
Pasta with love
Daydream24558834783,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience with the nicest people. Delicious food and wine, and loving the dogs! We had a blast!!
10/10
E5089XFevav,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely people, very nice experience and delicious food. So generous
Pasta Making Class with dinner and wine
nancykmsrd,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was absolutely one of the most fun excursions I have ever done on vacation. You felt like you were visiting someone’s home whom you have known forever. We enjoyed a beautiful charcuterie tray with wine and then began our pasta making session. Enzo is an excellent instructor. We made two different pastas from scratch, no machines! Enzo had made the sauces ahead of time so after the pasta making was finished, we went to the dining room and she served the pastas with different sauces and two different wines. After dinner, we enjoyed a homemade tart that Enza had made and tasted their homemade limoncello. The whole night was magical. We were sad to leave. I would highly recommend this tour..
This experience wasn't...
Agatha P,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience wasn't just about pasta. Enza and Antonio welcome you into thier home and make you feel like family. From the start, you learn about the Italian way to enjoy eating starting with the charcuterie board, the pasta, Enza's homemade dessert. Accompanied by prosecco and local wines. All with a little help with friends! Thank you 😊 Enza and Antonio. Salute e felicita!
Must-Do: Amazing experience!
symph223,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was so much fun! Making the meal was superb (SO cool!), but the even better part was meeting this delightful family as well as the other guests. Time flew by. This will be one of our favorite memories!
The Aperitivo Tells You Everything
Q7613BXgiuliac,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The moment we saw the aperitivo table, we knew this was going to be something special. Fresh vegetables from the garden, local cheeses, homemade bread… everything prepared with so much care. It immediately set the tone for the whole evening.
10/10
christinaq266,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! Lovely family, lovely food and a really great atmosphere. We have already recommended the experience to friends, and can without doubt recommend it to everyone who loves good food and great company.
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