Cook like Italians: Roman Pastas with Dessert | Shared
Overview
Learn to Cook Rome’s Signature Pastas
This shared cooking experience takes place in a welcoming Roman kitchen, where guests learn to prepare fresh pasta from scratch and recreate three iconic local sauces: Carbonara, Cacio e Pepe, and Amatriciana. A professional English-speaking chef guides every step with easy, hands-on instruction.
From Kitchen to Table
The class begins with a glass of Prosecco and Roman-style appetizers before diving into pasta-making. After cooking, guests move to a cozy dining area where their freshly made dishes are served. The experience ends with a homemade dessert prepared by the kitchen team.
Please note: wine pairing is no longer included.
A Taste of Rome to Bring Home
Designed for couples, families, friends, and solo travelers, this class offers an authentic and enjoyable way to connect with Roman food culture—an experience that stays with guests long after their trip.
What's Included
- Lunch Sit-down meal including three pasta dishes in our elegant dining room. (Per Italian law, we only serve alcohol to individuals aged 18+. )
- Snacks Roman appetizers
- Alcoholic beverages Welcome flute of prosecco and local wines served with lunch
- Carbonated beverages Soft drinks served with lunch
- English-speaking chef
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Meeting Location
Vicolo Savelli
11, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Indulge in the authentic flavors of Rome during this hands-on cooking class held inside our 17th-century palazzo turned professional cooking school.
In this immersive culinary experience, you’ll learn how to make three classic Roman pastas — Carbonara, Cacio e Pepe, and Amatriciana — along with the perfect fresh pasta dough from scratch.
Your experience begins with a welcome glass of Prosecco and freshly made Roman appetizers to help you relax and get to know your chef and fellow food lovers.
Then it’s time to roll up your sleeves! Guided by one of our expert chefs, you’ll master the art of making silky fresh pasta dough and discover the secrets behind each iconic sauce.
Once the cooking is complete, take a seat in our elegant dining room and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Each recipe reflects the authentic flavors of Rome, offering a satisfying and memorable meal.
To finish on a sweet note, your chef will serve a homemade Italian dessert — the perfect finale to your Roman culinary adventure.
Come hungry and leave inspired, with recipes, memories, and a true taste of la dolce vita to take home with you.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We can accomodate vegetarian and gluten-free (not celiac) travellers.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- Lunch. Sit-down meal including three pasta dishes in our elegant dining room. (Per Italian law, we only serve alcohol to individuals aged 18+. ).
- Snacks. Roman appetizers.
- Alcoholic beverages. Welcome flute of prosecco and local wines served with lunch.
- Carbonated beverages. Soft drinks served with lunch.
- English-speaking chef.
- Gratuities.
- Private transportation.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cook like Italians: Roman Pastas with Dessert | Shared is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We can accomodate vegetarian and gluten-free (not celiac) travellers.
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cook like Italians: Roman Pastas with Dessert | Shared will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchSit-down meal including three pasta dishes in our elegant dining room. (Per Italian law, we only serve alcohol to individuals aged 18+. )
- SnacksRoman appetizers
- Alcoholic beveragesWelcome flute of prosecco and local wines served with lunch
- Carbonated beveragesSoft drinks served with lunch
- English-speaking chef
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We can accomodate vegetarian and gluten-free (not celiac) travellers.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
