Bologna

15 Best Bologna Cooking Classes

This list gathers Bologna’s hands-on cooking classes, nearly all built around fresh egg pasta. You’ll roll sfoglia with a wooden pin the way the city’s sfogline still do, then fold tortellini by hand, which is harder than it looks. Bologna takes pasta seriously; the official tagliatelle width is registered at the Chamber of Commerce.

1.Exclusive Bologna Cooking Class – Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz

A tantalizing adventure awaits in Bologna with an Exclusive Cooking Class featuring Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz - discover the secrets of Italian culinary mastery.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We had so much fun at this class! Our hosts Lucille & Claudia were attentive, knowledgeable and funny. They put everyone at ease and made the night memorable for everyone. Would highly recommend!”

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2.Pasta Mama, Home Cooking Lessons at Grazias House

Dive into the art of Italian home cooking at 'Pasta Mama,' where delectable flavors and culinary secrets await, promising a unique gastronomic experience.

★ 5.0

“I can’t recommend this fabulous class enough! Grace—better known as the kind and generous Pasta Mama—welcomed us into her beautiful home, which was filled with the mouthwatering aroma of the bolognese sauce she had prepared for our lunch. She guided us through pasta-making with patience…”

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4.Bologna: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine

Discover authentic Bologna cuisine with a small group pasta and tiramisu cooking class, including wine, hands-on learning, and local flavors.

★ 5.0

“Super nice experience - Luca was great, the wine was great and pleanty, the food turned out excellent and our fellow ‘chefs’ were so nice. Er loved every minute.”

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6.Bologna on the Plate, Cooking Class With Alessia

Learn to cook authentic Bologna dishes with renowned chef Alessia. Discover the secrets of Italian cuisine and savor the flavors of this culinary adventure.

★ 5.0

“This was a great experience! There were nine of us in the group and we were warmly welcomed into Alessia's home. There was a lovely atmosphere and everybody clearly enjoyed themselves. We learned how to make tortelloni (stuffed with ricotta and parsley). Making the dough…”

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7.Cesarine: Small Group Pasta and Tiramisu Class in Bologna

Learn the secrets of authentic Italian pasta and tiramisu in a small group class in Bologna. Unleash your inner chef and indulge in deliciousness!

★ 5.0

“This was such a wonderful class it was a treat from start to finish. Christina has a wealth of understanding and experience in the Italian kitchen and shared it with us to teach us technique, and shortcuts, and fine handling of materials and instruments. When…”

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8.Bologna Pasta Cooking Class With a Local

Learn to cook authentic Bologna pasta from a local expert in 2024. Discover the secrets of this delicious Italian dish in a fun and interactive cooking class.

★ 4.0

“Fred is an amazing instructor. We learned a lot, laughed even more, and shared an incredible meal with our group. It was a highlight of my visit to this beautiful city!”

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9.Bologna Traditional Home Cooking Class With Lunch or Dinner

Experience the authentic flavors of Bologna with our traditional home cooking class. Join us for lunch or dinner and indulge in a culinary adventure like no other.

★ 4.5

“It was fantastic! Our host was the absolute best! The pasta was out of this world! We made it and then she prepared it three different ways, and paired it with different balsamic vinegars. THE BEST!”

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11.Cesarine: Private Pasta Class & Meal at Locals Home in Bologna

Learn the art of pasta-making from locals in Bologna! Join Cesarine for an unforgettable private class and meal in the heart of Italy's culinary capital.

★ 5.0

“Maurizio was warm and welcoming the minute we met. My husband and I cook a lot at home but wanted an authentic experience learning how to make traditional Italian pasta. We couldn’t have asked for a better host or more delicious pasta. Making pasta in…”

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12.Bologna: Traditional Bolognese Pasta Making with Meal

Discover authentic Bologna with a pasta-making class taught by passionate locals, including a delicious meal and local wine—an immersive culinary experience.

★ 4.8

“Absolutely my favorite thing I did on this trip to Italy. The Host made you feel right at home and everyone connected while learning to make pasta. The meal was family style and no one wanted to leave, we were having so much fun. Enjoyed…”

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13.Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal With a Local in Bologna

Discover the secrets of Bologna's culinary traditions with Cesarine! Immerse yourself in authentic home cooking classes and enjoy a delicious meal with a local.

★ 5.0

“This was a great way to spend a few hours in Bologna. Elena and Saverio were welcoming in their eclectic home and instructed us well and shared insights in how to get the best flavours out of the excellent local ingredients. It was a delight…”

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4.5Ragù and Pasta Fresca Home Cooking Class in Bologna3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$90.51 4.9Bologna: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class at Local Home$112.15 5.0Master the Art of Bolognese Cuisine With Bianca – Cooking Class3 hours (approx.)$336.41 4.7Gelato Making Class in Bologna City center Cooking School90 minutes - 2 hours$76 4.7Bologna: Fresh Pasta Masterclass With Organic Wine Tasting$90.74 5.0Cesarine: Pasta & Tiramisu Class at a Locals Home in Bologna3 hours (approx.)$179.51 4.7Funny Cooking Class With Chef Antonino3 hours$85 5.0Bolognese Cooking Class with Margherita in the Historic Center3 hours (approx.)$125.00 5.0Bologna: Pasta-Making Class at a Local’s Home$112.15 5.0Private Market Tour and Cooking Class in Bologna With a Local in Her Home4 hours (approx.)$139.00 5.0Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Locals Home in Bologna4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$226.85 4.8Bologna: Market and Cooking Class$214.11 4.5Bolognese Cooking Class in a Unique Grocery Store4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$142.01 5.0Learn to Make Bolognese Pasta: Private Cooking Lesson in Bologna With Giovanna$98.00 4.6Bologna: Cooking Class at a Local’s Home$146.14 4.8Cooking Workshop Dedicated to Preparation of Pasta and Ragu$96.29 5.0Handmade Pasta Making Class With Chef Antonio3 hours (approx.)$83.08 4.5Bologna Pasta Cooking Class3 hours (approx.)$192.25 4.1Bolognese Cooking Class in a Unique Central Grocery Store$103.09 5.0Learn & Eat: Fresh Pasta Masterclass and Meal in a Locals Home3 hours (approx.)$119.14 5.03 Hour Lasagna Bolognese Cooking Class3 hours (approx.)$119.14 5.0Traditional Bolognese Cooking Class in Bologna with Giovanna S3 hours (approx.)$126.00 5.0Bologna: Traditional Italian Pasta Cooking Class in Local Home$164.00 4.8Bologna: Class Dedicated to Making Pasta and Tiramisu$90.63