Cook with an Italian Family in Abruzzo

Make handmade pasta and eat it at a family table by the Adriatic

Cook with an Italian family in their home near the Adriatic Sea in Abruzzo, learning to make handmade pasta and regional dishes from scratch alongside Luca's mother Carla, his Nonna Adriana, and American co-host Teresa. The afternoon or evening ends with a shared meal and local wine at the family table, in English or Spanish.

The experience

You'll spend three hours inside a real home just outside Pescara, steps from the Adriatic, cooking the way locals do at home, not in a commercial kitchen or tourist restaurant. The class centers on making one handmade pasta shape from scratch, preparing a regional sauce or main dish, and finishing with a dessert. Carla and Nonna Adriana guide you through the techniques while Teresa, the American co-host, translates and shares context about Abruzzo cooking. It's a three-generational experience built around the actual food this family eats.

After you cook together, you sit down at the table to share the meal with local wine, the way an Italian family would. The conversation flows naturally. This is designed to feel like being invited to dinner rather than attending a class. The home sits between Francavilla Al Mare and Ortona, a short walk from the water, and classes run in English or Spanish depending on the group.

What’s included

• Instruction from Carla and Nonna Adriana on making handmade pasta and regional Abruzzo dishes.
• local wine with the meal.
• lunch and snacks.
• use of the family kitchen and all ingredients.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 15 Jul 2027

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Stroller-friendlyPets welcomeNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Mangia e Mare Abruzzo - Cook with an Italian family by the Adriatic Sea & American co-host

Is this one for you?The class runs three hours of hands-on cooking in an intimate family home, so it suits travelers who want to slow down and learn through doing rather than watching a demonstration. You'll stand, chop, knead and cook alongside the family, not observe from a stool.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

What do I actually make during the three hours?

You make one handmade pasta shape from scratch, prepare a regional Abruzzo sauce or main dish, and finish with a dessert. The recipes change based on the season and what the family is cooking that week.

Is this a private class or do I cook with other travelers?

You cook with other guests in the family home, but the group stays small and intimate. It's designed to feel like a dinner invitation rather than a formal cooking school.

What's included in the meal at the end?

The meal includes everything you cooked together, served with local wine from the region. Snacks are also provided during the class.

How close is the home to the Adriatic Sea?

The home is a short walk from the Adriatic, located between Francavilla Al Mare and Ortona on the coast.

Can I request a specific date if my preferred time isn't available?

Yes, the operator often accommodates requests for different dates, so it's worth reaching out if your ideal time isn't showing in the calendar.