Parma Cooking Class with Homemade Pasta, Lambrusco & Local Flavor
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
After a warm Italian welcome you’ll roll up your sleeves and begin preparing some of Parma’s most beloved homemade pasta dishes.
Guided step by step by your local host, you will learn how to make fresh pasta dough from scratch using traditional techniques passed down through generations. You may prepare classic tortelli d’erbetta, delicate potato tortelli, or fresh tagliatelle.
You’ll discover the secrets behind perfect pasta texture, fillings, folding techniques, and traditional sauces while learning about the culinary traditions that make Emilia-Romagna one of Italy’s greatest gastronomic regions.
Once the cooking is complete, sit around the table and enjoy the dishes you prepared yourself paired with local Lambrusco wine in a relaxed and convivial family atmosphere.
To finish on a sweet note, enjoy homemade tiramisù or artisanal gelato followed by a tasting of traditional local digestifs such as Nocino or Bargnolino.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Discover the authentic flavors of Parma, the heart of Italy’s famous Food Valley, during an immersive home cooking experience just a short walk from the historic center. Known worldwide for its extraordinary culinary heritage, Parma is the birthplace of iconic products such as Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma, making it one of the most celebrated gastronomic destinations in Italy. Step into a welcoming local home and experience the true traditions of Emilia-Romagna cuisine through homemade recipes, local wines, and genuine Italian hospitality, learning about the history, production, and aging process of some of the region’s most iconic specialties. Then enjoy a hands-on cooking class where you will prepare traditional homemade pasta dishes using techniques passed down through generations. After cooking, sit around the table and enjoy the dishes you prepared paired with local Lambrusco wine. More than just a cooking class, this is an authentic journey into the culinary culture of Parma and the Food Valley — perfect for travelers who want to experience local traditions through food, wine, and family hospitality.
Sample Menu
starter
Antipasto
Seasonal bruschette, Parmigiano, and Cured meats
main
Home made fresh Ravioli filled with vegetables and cheese
Handmade Tortelli d’Erbetta Traditional Potato Tortelli Fresh Tagliatelle with Strolghino Ragù Served with local Lambrusco wine
dessert
Homemade Tiramisù or artisanal gelato
Options
Parma Cooking Class with Homemade Pasta, Lambrusco & Local Flavor
What‘s Included
Hands-on Cooking Lesson, tools and ingredient
Enjoy the meal you’ve prepared, served in the garden with a lake view (weather permitting).
Cheeses, salami; savory tarts made with seasonal vegetables; bruschetta, burrata, and basil pesto.
Dessert ( Tiramisu or Caprese Cake with Gelato )
1 bottle of local fine wine IGT Terre Lariane or Prosecco every 2 people
Fresh ancient grain egg pasta ravioli, filled with wild greens, ricotta, and Parmigiano cheese."
everything not mentioned in inclusions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We loved this class!
gabrielasK612HP,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the highlights of our trip to Italy was this class with Alessandra; it was fantastic! She was knowledgeable, friendly, and very professional. She patiently showed us the right technique to make the pesto, recommended ingredients, and gave us tips. She had a light snack and drinks ready when we arrived, and later shared a lovely white wine, different types of focaccia, olives, and her homemade ricotta-filled bread. Everything was delicious! We were very grateful she waited for my husband to find parking before beginning, how kind is that? I can not recommend this class enough; everyone in the family enjoyed it! We felt so proud of ourselves after making such amazing pesto. We left Alessandra's home with happy hearts and big smiles on our faces. I truly hope we get to do this again! Grazie mille, Alessandra!
Pesto Class
710mercedezm,Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such an amazing experience! We were invited into the home of a local chef and given a rich history lesson of the locally sourced ingredients used to make pesto. The process for making pesto was informative and our host was so welcoming! 10/10!!
Experience of a lifetime.. Perfecto!
rachelf914,Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alessandra was absolutely amazing from start to finish. She helped us find her home location, had fresh baked focaccia and cold drinks waiting on us as we arrived. She has so many skills and was even the Master Judge for National Pesto Competitions for all of Italy!! What an absolutely cool experience to be able to make pesto in her home like we were part of her family. She took so many amazing photos of us as well and was so sweet and welcoming!!! Thank you again for such an unforgettable Italian experience!!! Perfecto!!!
Exceptional Pesto Making Class Experience
Voyage58172256112,Jul 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastico experience with Alessandra. She was an amazing host and teacher. She shared all of her knowledge of Italian cuisine, wine, and helpful travel hints (p.s. headed her way? Find the elevator to take you up instead of climbing the steep hills, it was a life-saver). It was an absolute wonderful experience. I highly recommend her course, and will easily book again the next time we visit. Next time we will do the pasta making class to round out our Italian cooking skills.
10/10 recommend!!
ivylP2915ND,Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alessandra is a wonderful woman! She welcomed us into her home, offering refreshments as soon as we got there. She gave us some background before we got started and was there to help along the way. And oh my goodness, it was the best pesto I have ever had, and even the focaccia and wine were delicious. When I come back to Italy, I will try my best to make a stop back here!!! 10/10 would recommend this place!!
Pesto Class
rebeccaberthold,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We joined Alessandra for the Pesto class and can absolutely recommend. Alessandra is a lovely host and great teacher. We really enjoyed the experience.
Authentic experience with fabulous host
107madisyns,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alessandra was an amazing host. She welcomes you into her home for a truly authentic experience. She shared her recipe from her grandmother and makes sure to entertain the whole time. Can’t recommend enough!
good course!
anask455,Jun 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely time, our hostess explained the process of making pesto in depth with interesting facts about all the different ingredients. She was engaged and very friendly, we would absolutely recommend it.
5-star Experience & Host
rachelcD2411VU,Jun 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an unforgettable experience! This pesto cooking class in Genoa was a true highlight of our trip. The host was incredibly warm and welcoming, instantly making us feel at home. Her beautiful house set the perfect backdrop for an authentic Italian culinary experience. The class was hands-on, fun, and filled with laughter. We learned how to make traditional Genovese pesto from scratch, and the smell alone was worth the trip! Paired with delicious local wine and freshly baked focaccia, everything we tasted was absolutely divine. Great communication. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a truly local and heartwarming experience in Genoa!
Wonderful authentic experience
U1505BAsofias,Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alessandra was so inviting and lovely! She has a beautiful home and the class was a very fun and authentic experience, she's a great teacher and we learned a lot about the ingredients and wines of the region. I definitely recommend this class!
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