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Exclusive Private Group Cooking & Meal in Varenna by Cesarine

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Lake Como, Italy
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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Immerse yourself in Italy's culture with this hands-on cooking class held in a local home and led by an expert Italian home cook. Learn the secrets of the most iconic Varenna dishes and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner with local wines included.

You'll have a fully equipped workstation with utensils and ingredients and your local host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Varenna recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert) handed down by generations of mammas and nonnas. After the class, sit down at the table with your Italian family and taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of local wines.

This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.

What's Included

  • Alcoholic beverages Water, local wines and Espresso
  • Learn and taste 3 Italian recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert)
  • Hands-on cooking class

    Meeting Location

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    23829 Varenna LC
    Italy

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    What To Expect

    Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Varenna cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wine.

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Exclusive Private Group Cooking & Meal in Varenna by Cesarine?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-68460P509

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Alcoholic beveragesWater, local wines and Espresso
    • Learn and taste 3 Italian recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert)
    • Hands-on cooking class

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby

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