10 Best Pasta Making Class Italy Experiences to Try in 2025

Why take a pasta-making class in Italy?

If you really want to connect with Italian culture—like really connect—take a pasta making class in Italy. It’s hands-on, unforgettable, and honestly one of the best travel memories you’ll ever make.

You’ll find incredible classes all over the country—whether it’s a cosy kitchen in Florence, a bustling trattoria in Bologna, or a professional kitchen studio near the Colosseum in Rome.

We took our first pasta-making class in Italy a few years ago in a professional kitchen studio in Rome. No fancy restaurant vibes—just fresh ingredients, expert chefs, and the joy of learning real Italian techniques. Since then, it’s become a must-do every time we visit.

How to choose the right class

Each class teaches something new: a local pasta shape, a regional sauce, or a family recipe passed down through generations. But it’s about more than the food—it’s about the people, the stories, and the joy of sitting down to eat what you made from scratch.

So whether you’re looking for a farm-style workshop in Tuscany or a traditional Italian cooking class in the heart of Rome, this guide to our favourite pasta making classes in Italy will help you find the perfect experience.

Here’s our curated guide to the best pasta-making classes in Italy for 2025—based on personal experiences and plenty of research, so you can skip the guesswork and get straight to the fresh, handmade pasta.

1. Rome pasta-making class near the Colosseum/Jewish Ghetto

• 🕒 Class Times: Daily at 10 AM, 2 PM, and 6 PM (2025 schedule)
• ⏳ Duration: 3 hours
• 📍 Location options:
  Modern studio near the iconic Colosseum
  Modern studio in the Jewish Ghetto, central Rome
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly
• 💶 All currencies accepted - €79 / £88 / $94 / A$183
• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 (27 verified reviews)

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
• and 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. Riccardo cooking class - Pasta class and sauces (Rome)

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• 🕒 Class Times: 11 AM & 5 PM, Monday to Friday
• ⏳ Duration: ~3 hours
• 📍 Location: The Rome Cooking Club (easily accessible via bus or tram)
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly
• 🌱 Riccardo can easily accommodate vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free options.
• 💶 All currencies accepted - €79 / £70 / $94 / A$146 (10% OFF now)
• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 (485 reviews)

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

• 🕒 Class Times: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5:30 PM (year-round in 2025)
• ⏳ Duration: ~2 hours 30 minutes
• 📍 Location: In a cosy cooking school near Piazza Navona — easy to reach on foot from anywhere in central Rome
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly (ages 5+)
• 🌱 Vegetarian options on request
• 🍞 Gluten-free options on request
• 💶 All currencies accepted - €104 / £92 / $124 / A$192
• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9 (212 reviews)

If you’re going to Rome, seriously—book this pasta-making class near Piazza Navona. It’s run by In Rome Cooking, just a few steps from the famous square. 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. Pasta & Tiramisù class near the Vatican

• 🕓 Class Time: 4:30 PM (daily)
• ⏳ Duration: Approx. 3 hours
• 📍 Location: PummaRe’ Restaurant – Via Andrea Doria 41m (near Vatican Museums); take Metro Line A to Cipro Station from the historic center
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly
• 🥦 Vegetarian-friendly
• 💶 All currencies accepted - €79 / £70 / $94 / A$146
• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 (205 reviews)

If you’re near the Vatican and prefer cooking your own meal instead of dining out, this Insideat 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 personalized tiramisù, layered and decorated just the way you like it. It’s a fun twist that sets the mood for the evening.

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

• 🕙 Class Time: 10 AM (Available Monday through Saturday in 2025)
• ⏳ Duration: Approx. 5 hours
• 📍 Location: Private home in Rome (round trip transfer from your local Rome hotel in a luxury vehicle is included)
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Kid-friendly – suitable for families and all ages
• 🌱 Marilee can accommodate vegetarians and gluten-free intolerants upon request
• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 (17 reviews)

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.

Even better? Round-trip transfers from your accommodation are included, so you can just relax and enjoy.

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

• 🕒 Class Times: 10:00 AM & 5:00 PM daily (2025)
• ⏳ Duration: ~3 hours
• 📍 Location: Chef Luca Polverini’s home kitchen, near Campo di Marte train station (a walk or short taxi ride from Florence’s historic center)
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly
• 💶 All currencies accepted - €105 / £93 / $124 / A$194
• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 (107 reviews)

If you're a foodie heading to Florence, Chef Luca Polverini’s pasta-making class is a must. 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

• 🕒 Class Times: 10 AM, 3 PM & 7:30 PM daily (2025)
• ⏳ Duration: ~3 hours
• 📍 Location: Via dell’Agnolo 77R, right in the historic center of Florence (close to Basilica di Santa Croce) and just a short walk from Piazza della Signoria
• 💶 All currencies accepted - €90 / £80 / $107 / A$166
• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 (511 reviews)

One experience we’re especially looking forward to in Florence is a hands-on pasta-making class with Pasta Class Florence. This 3-hour cooking class teaches you how to make fresh pasta from scratch—mixing dough, shaping different types of pasta, and preparing a few classic Tuscan dishes.

Led by a professional chef who learned from his grandmother in Bologna, the class feels both authentic and personal. We’ll be making 3 to 4 traditional recipes, such as tortelli with ricotta in a herb butter sauce, tagliatelle with Tuscan ragù, and possibly ravioli filled with gorgonzola or porcini mushrooms.

With multiple time slots available daily, it’s easy to fit into your Florence itinerary. The class ends with everyone sitting down to enjoy the meal—paired with plenty of local wine. A must-do for anyone who loves Italian food and culture.

8. Chefactory – Pasta Making Class in Florence, Italy

• 🕒 When: Daily at 10:45 AM & 4:45 PM (Closed on Sundays)
• ⏳ How Long: Around 3 hours of hands-on fun
• 📍 Where: Via Camillo Cavour, 180/R – right in the heart of Florence, just a short walk from Santa Maria Novella train station. Super easy to get to from anywhere in the historic center!
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly
• 🥦 Dietary Needs? No problem—vegetarian options and accommodations for food intolerances are available.
• 💶 All currencies accepted - €72 / £64 / $81 / A$126
• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9 (182 reviews)

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.

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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