Pasta and Gelato Cooking Class

About this experience

Pasta and Gelato Cooking Class Tickets Learn the secrets of Roman cuisine with a hands-on pasta and gelato cooking class in central Rome. This three-hour culinary experience takes you from the city's historic streets to a traditional trattoria, where you'll master the art of making authentic Italian pasta from scratch and discover what makes real gelato so special. Your journey begins at either Antica Caffetteria Berti in Trastevere or Piazza Navona, where you'll meet your local chef and fellow food enthusiasts. After exploring Rome's food heritage through its lively streets, you'll arrive at a historic trattoria to create classic pasta dishes like fettuccine and ravioli, paired with traditional sauces including amatriciana, butter and sage, or the famous cacio e pepe. The experience concludes with a visit to a renowned gelateria for organic gelato tasting and insights into artisanal ice cream making techniques. Highlights Create authentic pasta from scratch including fettuccine and ravioli with expert instruction Master traditional Roman sauces like amatriciana and cacio e pepe Sample Roman street foods such as supplì and porchetta during your culinary walk Discover the secrets of artisanal gelato making at a local gelateria Enjoy your handmade meal with complimentary beverages in a historic trattoria setting Learn about Roman food traditions and neighbourhood culinary culture Plan Your Visit to the Pasta and Gelato Cooking Class The cooking class runs for approximately three hours and welcomes families, couples, and solo travellers. Children aged four and under can join free of charge, making this an excellent activity for families visiting Rome. Arrive at your chosen meeting point 15 minutes before the class starts. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking and cooking, as you'll explore Rome's streets before the hands-on session. All ingredients and cooking equipment are provided at the venue. If you have food allergies or dietary requirements, notify the organisers in advance. The experience runs in all weather conditions, so bring a small umbrella if rain is forecast. For more Roman culinary experiences, consider booking a Rome food tour to explore the city's markets and traditional eateries. You can also enhance your visit with a Trastevere walking tour to discover the neighbourhood's rich history and local culture beyond its famous restaurants.

Highlights

• Make fresh pasta from scratch in a traditional Roman trattoria
• Learn what sets authentic Italian gelato apart from ordinary ice cream
• Three-hour hands-on class from pasta dough to finished gelato
• Meet your chef at Antica Caffetteria Berti in Trastevere or Piazza Navona
• Small-group format in the heart of central Rome

What is included

• Ingredients Complimentary drinks Street food like supplì Local English-speaking guide/chef Visit to butcher shop Norcineria Iacozzilli for porchetta tasting and purchase of cooking class ingredients

Not included

• Hotel transfers

Before you go

Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking and cooking Notify in advance of any food allergies or dietary needs Children aged 4 and under join for free Bring a small umbrella if rain is forecast as tours go ahead in all weather

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience. Within 24 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.