Sorrento: Cook Like a Local with a Stunning Sea View
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
The experience take place in the seaview grandmother villa, where we live together from when i was born. Are you ready to discover the unique flavors of the local cuisine transmitted by my grandmother, while exploring our traditional Italian lifestyle? The experience is hands-on and you can learn some valuable cooking skills and tips.
Here you will be the chef and the diner, learning to cook the specialties of our cuisine, handed down to me by my grandmother!
You will learn new cooking techniques, all from the scratch that you can easily replicate at home, such as learning how to make gnocchi, eggplant parmesan and the typical tiramsù. You will be completely immersed in the Italian lifestyle in a convivial atmosphere among lemon and olive trees, and I show you also how we produce olive oil and limoncello. My goal is that this experience remains in your mind but above all in your heart!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
SUNSET, FOOD, MUSIC AND WINE: THE ITALIAN LIFESTYLE ! Are you ready to learn from the scratch how to cook like a local in an authentic seaview italian villa from our grandmother recipes? Here, you will learn the secrets of the most famous Italian recipes in a convivial atmosphere, surrounded by lemon and olive trees, in front of Sorrento bay.The sea breeze that will cross your nostrils will become one of the basic ingredients of your dishes, making them unique and remember to don’t forget passion! Here, you will prepare healthy and authentic meals, using the best local ingredients collected from the family garden, and you will drink local wine and limoncello after relaxing with a welcoming coffee and enjoying with us. We will be happy also to tell you something about our life, our aspirations and passions, exchanging opinions, suggestions and advices. We wish that you will able to cook Italian dish at home transmitting to your guests what you have learned, but above all we wish that this experience will remain in your mind and in your heart.
Sample Menu
starter
Eggplant parmesan
This is a traditional dish made with fried eggplant, mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce, and Parmigiano cheese, all baked for 15 minutes!
main
Gnocchi
Our most traditional fresh pasta, made with potatoes and flour. In the end, we will mix everything with the original tomato sauce and basil!
dessert
Homemade Tiramisù
Is there a better dessert in the world?
What‘s Included
Wine and limoncello
Home made coffee
You will go to taste all the meal you cooked !
Kitchen equipment
You go to taste all the meal you cooked !
Gratuities
Air-conditioned vehicle
5€ per person per way for the driver
Options
Sorrento: Cook Like a Local with a Stunning Sea View
Reviews
887 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Don’t miss this one !!
F3971DRsteveb,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved this excursion Fun, family, food and we learned slot Made gnocchi, eggplant and tiramisu All delicious in a beautiful setting overlooking the ocean
This was so much fun....
David R,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was so much fun. Working together with new friends from your tour group, you cook an amazing meal while sipping wine and learning the family recipes. We left eager to try this at home.
Do. Not miss this fun excursion
Steve B,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Picked by christiano and immediately loved this guy Great personality, fun and genuine He brought us to his home over looking the water Amazing views We made gnocchi, eggplant and tiramisu All delicious and very fun to make
The best time!!!
breannap214,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an awesome experience!! Cristiano is absolutely hilarious and provides such a fun time. HIGHLY recommend, everyone who comes to Sorrento must come to this class. The food was amazing too!
Highly recommend!
Sharon F,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00So much fun. Christiano is high energy and very fun and engaging. You never get bored for a second. The food is delicious. We also visited Mama Che’s restaurant in town and the food was amazing.
This is a must-do experience!
138vickiek,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The entire experience was absolutely wonderful- we were made to feel like part of one big family as we were taught the pro-tips for making several yummy recipes, all while enjoying wine and lots of laughs in a beautiful location. Very memorable!!
Incredible experience!
Benjamin F,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was such a great experience, the house/kitchen were beautiful and it was easy getting there. The wealth of knowledge Christiano and mama have is incredible and they make you feel like family! The food was delicious and the limoncello was so smooth. This was one of the best days of our vacation so far!
BEST TIME
Violet S,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cristiano was so personal and the cooking was a blast! What an amazing experience—I would suggest anyone in Sorrento to make this a part of their experience
Two thumbs up!
Laura F,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00An entertaining Italian cooking class with easy directions and a lovely dinner of our finished product. Felt like we were all immediate friends.
Family Experience
lmgriffith1990,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Traveling and participating in experiences abroad can be stressful with a 14 month old… but not in Italy! Chef Cristiano and Mama Theresa were fantastic, so welcoming and knowledgeable. They took it over the top by giving our sweet Dominic so much love! 1000/10 recommend!!
From €129.00
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