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Be a Roman Chef for a Day: Small Group Cooking Class

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2.5 to 3.5 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Follow the ancient Italian tradition, and learn the secrets and art of making fresh and tasty pasta, ravioli, gnocchi from a 3-hour hands-on cooking class with an established local chef in a central Rome cooking class. Customized options, such as vegetarian and gluten free, are also available upon request. Please see sample menu below.

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Small group
  • Cooking Class
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
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What To Expect

Satisfy your culinary curiosity, and master the authentic methods of making pasta, ravioli, and/or gnocchi in this 3 hour cooking class. Under the expert guidance of a local Italian chef, you will work with flour, eggs and other ingredients to create fettuccine, ravioli, gnocchi as well as preparing some starters.  You will also hear stories and legends about how the dishes came to be, and what made them so popular ´till these dates. Then, you are invited to enjoy your creations at the table for dinner with starters, desert and wine.

Sample dishes taught during this class are:
• Bruschetta al pomodoro
• Fettuccine al Ragu Bolognese or Carbornara
• Ravioli di Ricotta e Spinaci or Gnocchi al Pesto (Potato dumplings with Pesto)
• TiramisuMenu could change slightly according to the season and what s the freshest ingredients available on that day.  If you have any particular request, please type in the special notes! 

Lastly, you will enjoy all these creations of yours with wine. The best part is that you will get to keep these recipes to recreate these tasty dishes and wow your friends at home with your new culinary skills that you acquire from this cooking class.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Be a Roman Chef for a Day: Small Group Cooking Class?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Small group
  • Cooking Class
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • The class will be held at either a restaurant or the chef s house
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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