9 Best Pasta Making Class Italy Experiences for 2026

If you ever have a chance to take a pasta class in Italy, be sure to do it.

Whether you find yourself in Bologna, Florence, Rome, or somewhere in the south - Monopoli or Lecce, search for local classes. Puglia in the very south offers authentic pasta classes.

Each Italian pasta class teaches you something new: a local pasta shape, a regional sauce, or a family recipe passed down through generations.

We are always on the lookout for high-quality pasta classes in Italy—those held in small groups, using local and seasonal ingredients, and taught by professionals.

Our curated guide features the best pasta-making classes in Italy for 2026. These are the ones we would love to take ourselves and would gladly recommend to anyone.

1. Rome pasta-making class (near the Colosseum & Jewish Ghetto)

If you're searching for the ultimate pasta workshop in Italy, this one in the heart of Rome should be at the top of your list.

Hosted by “Enjoy Cooking,” this small-group Rome cooking class takes place in charming studios near the Colosseum and the historic Jewish Ghetto, offering a warm, intimate atmosphere led by passionate local chefs.

You'll learn how to make two Italian classics from scratch:

• handmade ravioli—kneading the dough, preparing the perfect filling, and pairing it with a fresh sauce
• authentic tiramisù, Italy’s beloved dessert layered with premium ingredients and a whole lot of love.

After the hands-on fun, you’ll sit down to enjoy the meal you've prepared, complete with wine, great conversation, and breathtaking views of the Colosseum. Every guest receives a recipe booklet to take home!

If you're dreaming of a pasta class in Rome, this one is worth every euro—and we seriously can't wait to join ourselves.

2. Rome pasta class and sauces in Rome with Chef Riccardo

If you’re dreaming of an authentic pasta making class in Italy—not the touristy kind, but something truly local and hands-on—let us tell you about a little gem we found in Rome.

Tucked away in a real Roman neighbourhood (not a souvenir shop in sight!), The Rome Cooking Club offers one of the best pasta classes in Rome for food lovers who want the real deal.

The experience feels less like a class and more like being invited into someone’s home—because, in a way, you are.

Meet Chef Riccardo, the warm, funny, and incredibly talented Roman chef who runs the show. He and his team welcome you into his cosy kitchen, shares family recipes passed down through generations, and teaches you how to make fresh pasta from scratch.

And we're not talking just fettuccine—you’ll get your hands into everything from ravioli and tortellini to spaghetti alla chitarra.

The sauces? Oh yes. You’ll cook (and taste!) the Roman classics: carbonara, cacio e pepe, amatriciana, and arrabbiata. If you’ve ever wanted to know the real way Italians make these—this is it.

What we loved most is how small and personal the class is. With just 10 people max, there’s room to ask questions, mess up your dough (don’t worry, Riccardo’s got you), and actually connect with other pasta enthusiasts.

Expect lots of flour on your hands, laughter in the air, and the kind of aroma that makes you feel like you’re in a Roman grandmother’s kitchen.

Riccardo also offers private cooking classes in Rome if you want a more tailored experience—think custom menus with gnocchi, risotto, or even homemade tiramisù.

You’ll walk away with new skills, new friends, and a deeper love for real Roman cooking—plus a full belly, of course.

3. In Rome pasta and tiramisù class near Piazza Navona

This Italian pasta making class near Rome's Piazza Navona, is run by In Rome Cooking. The space feels super welcoming, and right from the start, they hand you a glass of wine and get you cooking.

You’ll make fresh pasta from scratch—like actual dough, rolling, shaping into ravioli, tagliatelle, even tortellini. Then you cook up traditional Roman sauces, and finish with a hands-on tiramisù. It’s all really easy to follow, even if you’ve never cooked before.

Afterward, you all sit down and enjoy the meal together—pasta, wine, antipasti, dessert. It feels more like a dinner party than a class.

And once it’s over, you're already in the heart of Rome. You can take a slow walk around Piazza Navona after, completely full and totally happy.

If you want a fun, authentic cooking experience in Italy, this one’s perfect.

4. Italian pasta and tiramisù class near the Vatican

If you’re near the Vatican and prefer cooking your own meal instead of dining out, this pasta-making class at PummaRe’ Restaurant is the perfect hands-on experience.

The session starts off with a classic Italian welcome—a crisp Spritz and some crunchy cacio e pepe chips to nibble on while you get comfortable.

Then, instead of jumping straight into pasta, you actually begin by making dessert: your own tiramisù, layered and decorated just the way you like it.

Next up, pasta takes center stage. With guidance from expert chefs, you’ll roll up your sleeves and create two delicious pasta dishes:

• Handcrafted ravioli filled with creamy ricotta and parmesan, served with either butter & sage or a vibrant tomato sauce
• Fresh fettuccine, tossed in your choice of peppery cacio e pepe or classic carbonara

After all that cooking, you sit down to savour your meal, paired with a nice glass of wine. It’s a relaxed, authentic experience that feels more like a dinner with friends than a class.

5. Marilee's private pasta making class in Rome

Hosted by the wonderful Marilee, this isn’t just another Italian pasta-making class — it’s a full-on Roman cooking experience. Spend an unforgettable afternoon (around 5 hours) in her beautiful home, learning how to prepare a full Italian meal from scratch.

You’ll cook a variety of traditional dishes, like:

• Pizzelle – mini deep-fried pizzas
• Ricotta and spinach ravioli with butter and sage
• Pappardelle with classic ragù
• Saltimbocca alla Romana – veal with prosciutto and sage

As you cook, you’ll enjoy great conversation, sip Italian wine, and pick up authentic techniques and stories along the way. When it’s all ready, you’ll sit down and enjoy a full meal of everything you made — homemade, heartfelt, and seriously delicious.

Marilee is amazing with kids too (they get huge discount), making this a great choice for families. And when the experience wraps up, your private driver will take you back home — full, happy, and probably dreaming of your next Italian meal. 

This is among the best cooking classes in Italy.

6. Florence pasta-making experience with Chef Luca

Chef Luca's workshop in Florence is among the best pasta making classes in Italy. Held in his warm and inviting home, this intimate experience offers everything you'd want in a true Italian cooking class.

It begins with coccoli—crispy fried dough served with silky prosciutto—and a perfectly chilled aperitif, the ideal start to an unforgettable hands-on lesson.

You'll then dive into traditional pasta-making with Chef Luca as your guide, crafting two types of fresh pasta—like silky tagliatelle and either filled ravioli or pillowy gnocchi, depending on the day.

You’ll also cook classic sauces such as slow-simmered ragù, bright tomato, or earthy mushroom.

And yes, dessert is included. You’ll learn how to make a classic tiramisù—creamy, layered, and irresistible.

What makes this one of the best pasta classes in Florence? It’s the recipes, the Chianti wine, and above all, Chef Luca’s warmth, passion, and wealth of local tips and techniques.

7. Mastering Nonna's recipes - pasta class in Florence

One experience we’re especially excited about in Florence is a hands-on pasta making class in Italy with Pasta Class Florence.

This 3-hour cooking class in Florence teaches you how to make fresh pasta from scratch—mixing dough, shaping different pasta types, and preparing a few classic Tuscan dishes using local ingredients.

Led by a professional chef who learned from his grandmother in Bologna, the class feels both authentic and personal. You’ll make 3 to 4 traditional recipes like:

• Tortelli with ricotta in herb butter sauce
• Tagliatelle with Tuscan ragù
• Possibly ravioli filled with gorgonzola or porcini mushrooms

With daily time slots available, it’s easy to fit this Florence pasta-making class into your itinerary. It all ends with a shared meal and plenty of local wine—a must-do for anyone who loves Italian food and culture.

8. Chefactory – Pasta making class in Florence, Italy

If taking a pasta making class in Italy is on your bucket list, don’t miss Chefactory’s Italian Pasta Class in Florence—it’s seriously one of the best experiences you can have in the city!

The class runs twice a day (morning and afternoon) in a cozy, air-conditioned cooking studio right in the center of Florence. Over the course of 3.5 hours, you’ll team up with professional chefs who’ll walk you through every step of making a delicious Italian meal from scratch.

And yes—pasta is the star of the show! You’ll get hands-on experience making:

• Ricotta and spinach ravioli
• Potato gnocchi with a classic ragù
• Fettuccine alla Norma

Of course, no Italian meal is complete without dessert. You’ll whip up either a silky panna cotta or a creamy tiramisù to finish things on a sweet note.

Once you’re done cooking, it’s time to relax and enjoy the meal you made—paired with a glass of Tuscan wine, naturally. You’ll also get a recipe booklet to take home, so you can recreate your Italian dishes anytime.

9. Lecce pasta cooking class - Apuglian recipes

This 4-hour cooking class in Lecce is ideal if you want to master orecchiette pasta, a specialty of the Puglia region in southern Italy. Local woman Paola welcomes you into her home and shows you how to prepare a variety of fresh pasta (the little ear-shaped orecchiette) along with traditional sauces. Afterwards, you’ll enjoy appetizers and the freshly cooked pasta together, chat, and learn more about the region. The host can accommodate different dietary restrictions!

You can easily attend this Lecce pasta class even if you are staying in Monopoli or Polignano, as the train ride takes only about one hour.

During the summer, it’s also possible to take the class in a beach house near the Faraglioni di Sant’Andrea, about 10 km from Otranto.

Final thoughts on taking a pasta-making class in Italy

Taking a pasta-making class in Italy was honestly one of the most memorable parts of my trip. There’s just something special about learning from locals, getting your hands messy with flour, and then sitting down to enjoy the meal you just made.

Whether you're in a big city like Rome or a quiet hilltop town, these classes offer a fun, authentic experience—and they’re perfect for all kinds of travellers, even if you’re vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free.

If you love Italian food (who doesn’t?), this is definitely something to add to your itinerary!

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