10 BEST Cooking Classes in Rome (by an Italian)

Rome is known for its history, monuments, and lively piazzas—but let’s be honest, the food is half the reason most of us come here. I mean, who doesn’t picture themselves digging into a plate of carbonara or grabbing a slice of pizza while wandering through the Eternal City?

Food is such a huge part of Roman culture, and while eating your way through the city (maybe by joining a food tour?) is always a good idea, I think there’s something even better: learning how to cook it yourself.

Taking a cooking class in Rome means getting hands-on with local recipes, picking up tips from real Roman chefs, and enjoying a homemade meal you helped create. Plus, you get to take those skills (and recipes) home with you.

So the next time you’re craving cacio e pepe, you won’t have to book a flight- although who am I to stop you?

So if you’re looking for a fun and delicious experience to add to your Rome itinerary, these are the best cooking classes in Rome to check out.

➥ Why should you trust me? I’m Italian, from Bologna (so food is basically in my DNA), and I’ve spent years writing about Italy’s best culinary experiences. I know how to spot the cooking classes that are truly worth your time. Plus, I’ve joined a cooking class myself and can speak from experience!

I use Viator, Get Your Guide, and Devour for booking tours around the world, and I especially recommend them for their cancellation policy. If your travel plans change, you can get a full refund on most activities, canceling up to 24 hours in advance.

Are you in a rush? These are the best cooking classes:

OUR PICK: The BEST Cooking Class in Rome

This Rome Pasta-Making Class: Cook, Dine & Drink Wine With A Local Chef is a fabulous experience and has been our pick for years for a reason.

I joined this exact same class in Florence and had a blast! Even as an Italian, I learnt a lot about making fresh pasta nad had such a fun time while doing so. This cooking class introduces you to the ins and outs of authentic Roman cuisine in a modern, spacious kitchen in the heart of Trastevere.

You’ll be welcomed with a delectable aperitivo and a glass of Prosecco, which you’ll enjoy while getting acquainted with your guide and fellow cooks. Aperitivo is one of my favorite Italian traditions, and I think it’s a great way to start a cooking class: it’s meant to stimulate your appetite 😉

After drinking and toasting with your new friends, get ready for a hands-on cooking lesson. Your guide will teach you to make Italian ravioli and fettuccini from scratch.

We did everything from mixing ingredients to kneading and shaping the pasta so that later we’d know how to make these dishes at home.

Besides learning the recipes and official techniques, your cooking teachers will share their own secrets, passed down through generations or learned from their nonna, Italy’s favorite cook. You’ll also learn how to choose the right sauce for each type of pasta, and prepare two sauces with seasonal ingredients.

While your pasta rests, your guide will offer a demonstration of gelato-making, giving you all the tips to make the most delicious, creamy dessert.

Finally, you’ll enjoy your homemade lunch paired with local wines. For many people including me this was the highlight of the experience. Sitting down with delicious bowls of pasta (that I made!), free-flowing wine, and great conversation with other guests was the perfect end to the class.

The class accommodates most dietary requirements, including vegetarian, pescatarian, and dairy-free.

➤ What makes this tour stand out? Highly rated by almost 2 thousand people, this cooking class is focused on the art of making fresh pasta, a staple Italian meal. You’ll become an expert as you delve into every aspect of the dish with a passionate chef. We’ve been to the same class in Florence and loved it!

Besides, you’ll enjoy unlimited wine to pair with your meal and share the class with a small group for the ultimate intimacy.

Read what the reviews say:

“The pasta making class was excellent. The whole family had a good time. My 8 and 11 year old kids could do most of the pasta on their own, but the instructors were also patient and helped them. The highlight for me was sitting down at the end to enjoy the pasta we made with others in the class.”

Kristina – Read more reviews

This tour includes: All ingredients and utensils, a meal, Prosecco and aperitivi, wine, and gelato. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

➤ If you prefer, you can book the exact same class on Get Your Guide. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Other Great Pasta Making Classes in Rome

No Rome cooking class list could neglect a pasta-making lesson; it’s pretty much a national dish after all! Learn to make your spaghetti from scratch with one of these two fabulous cooking classes. 

▶️ This Rome: Fettuccine and Tiramisu Hands-on Cooking Class will turn you into a pasta-making expert in no time. Well, in merely 3 hours, actually.

You’ll join a local chef in a fully-equipped kitchen, and delve into the secrets and techniques to prepare fresh pasta from scratch. From mixing the ingredients to kneading and cutting, you’ll go from flour and eggs to delectable fettuccine pasta.

Then, change gears to craft a sweet tiramisu, Italy’s most famous dessert. A professional will guide you throughout the experience, ensuring your creations are delicious and you have a good time.

Cap off the experience by relishing your hand-made creations with a glass of wine.

This tour includes: All ingredients and cooking utensils, a meal, a glass of wine, and bottled water. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

▶️ Combine two of Italy’s best culinary habits in this Rome: Traditional Pasta with Cocktails Drunken Cooking Class. Located in the heart of the city, this class will have you kneading pasta dough with one hand while you hold a cocktail on the other!

Start with an introduction to Italy’s famous spritzes, Aperol, Limoncello, and Campari. Learn how to craft the cocktails from an expert mixologist, and keep sipping as you move on to the pasta-making class.

You’ll make fresh pasta from scratch, and prepare a delicious sauce to pair your meal with. The class ends, as expected, with a scrumptious lunch and yet another spritz.

This tour includes: A Spritz and Pasta workshop, three spritzes, a meal, and recipes. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

▶️ The Rome: 3-in-1 Fettuccine, Ravioli, and Tiramisu Cooking Class offers the perfect balance, teaching you to make both pasta and Italy’s most beloved dessert.

The class takes place in a restaurant in the heart of Rome, where you’ll receive hands-on lessons in the art of making pasta fresca from scratch. You’ll create fettuccine and ravioli, discovering the secrets behind kneading dough and choosing the right fillings.

You’ll also learn to make a creamy, delicious tiramisu before sitting down to enjoy your homemade meal with Italian wine.

This tour includes: All ingredients, a chef, a meal, wine, and limoncello. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Learn How to Make Pasta + Pizza

▶️ How about combining Italy’s most beloved dishes in a single class? Choose this Combo Pizza and Pasta Cooking Class with Wine, and become a master at both!

You’ll learn to prepare delicious, authentic Neapolitan pizza – from the dough to the toppings. Then, discover the art of making over 10 different shapes of pasta!

When you’re done, you’ll enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet paired with unlimited red wine and tiramisu for dessert. What can be better than that? Oh, a limoncello tasting perhaps. That’s also covered in the tour.

This tour includes: Roundtrip transportation, all ingredients, and a meal with wine and dessert. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

▶️ A wonderful alternative is this Cooking Class in the Heart of Rome: Pizza and Tiramisu Making. In merely 2.5 hours, you’ll learn to prepare two of Italy’s most iconic dishes.

Led by an expert chef, and will all the equipment provided, make an authentic Italian pizza and top it with your favorite ingredients. You can go for the classic Margherita, or top it with anchovies or pepperoni.

Then, learn all the secrets to making the creamiest tiramisu, which you’ll enjoy for dessert after relishing your homemade pizzas with wine.

This tour includes: All ingredients, a chef, and a meal paired with wine. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Best Private Cooking Classes in Rome

If you’re traveling with family or friends, you might be interested in private lessons catered just for you. Check out the best options for cooking in Rome with your group!

▶️ This Private Cooking Class in Rome with Chef Andrea Consoli accommodates groups of up to 15. Guided by an experienced chef, you’ll create a 4-course Italian meal from scratch.

Besides learning recipes and cooking tips, you’ll discover why Italians cook the way they do, delving into their culinary heritage.

Craft fresh pasta, sauces, meat dishes, and a decadent tiramisu to cap off your meal. Once everything’s prepared, you’ll enjoy your multi-course feast, pairing each dish with a glass of wine.

You’ll be given all the recipes so you can bring a slice of Rome into your own kitchen.

This tour includes: All ingredients, a private cooking experience, a meal, drinks, and water. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

▶️ The Private Cooking Class at Daniela’s home in Rome is a cozy, intimate way of learning Italian recipes. You’ll meet Daniela at her own kitchen, and bond over a delicious homemade aperitif.

Then, dive into the class as you learn to prepare local favorites. The dishes vary depending on the season but include appetizers such as bruschetta, a main of fresh pasta, a meat dish, and a sweet treat.

Your host will share precious family recipes, as well as stories about Italy’s culinary heritage and traditions.

This pasta-making class in Rome includes: ➥ BOOK IT HERE

A Family-Friendly Pizza Class in Rome

The Rome: Family-Friendly Pizza Master Class is the perfect activity to enjoy with your children. It’s a fun, hands-on cooking lesson that will have you tossing and rolling the dough, and decorating it with your favorite toppings.

Each participant – kids included -will be in charge of their own pizza. As the pizza goes into a stove oven to be cooked, you’ll be treated to traditional bruschetta. Finally, relish your creations with a glass of wine and limoncello. Both lunch and evening classes are available. 

This tour includes: All ingredients and utensils, bruschetta, pizza, a glass of wine, and limoncello. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

The Gelato Experience

How about an Italian Gelato Making Experience in Rome? Making your very own gelato was never easier! Using real, fresh ingredients you’ll make homemade ice cream from scratch, following the instructions of a pro.

All the steps are clearly explained to ensure you can fully understand the making process and recreate it at home! At the end of the class, taste delicious and unique gelato flavors like sage and raspberry, rosemary and lemon, and lavender with white peach.

This tour includes: All ingredients, and gelato tastings. ➥ BOOK IT HERE