Cooking demo & dinner at a local home in Polverigi

Cook alongside a local, then eat what you made

A private cooking demonstration and 4-course dinner (or lunch) at a local cook's home in Polverigi, where you watch the host prepare seasonal dishes from family recipes, then sit down to eat together with wine and coffee included. The experience runs about two and a half hours and is hosted by Cesarine, Italy's network of home cooks who open their kitchens to travelers. Choose between a dinner or lunch seating when you book.

The experience

What sets this apart is that you're not taking a class. You're watching someone cook in their own kitchen, then eating the meal they've made. The host walks you through a seasonal starter, fresh pasta made by hand, a second course with vegetables, and a typical dessert, explaining the recipes as they work. You'll see how the dishes come together, ask questions, and get a real sense of how Italian home cooking actually happens, not in a cooking school but in a working kitchen where these recipes have been passed down through the family.

The meal arrives with water, a selection of red and white wines from regional producers, and coffee. You eat at the host's table, which is where the real exchange happens: the warmth of Italian hospitality isn't a marketing phrase here, it's the structure of the evening. The host is a Cesarine member, part of a network that has been running these home experiences across more than 500 Italian cities, so they know how to welcome strangers into their space and make the time feel unhurried.

You'll need to mention any food allergies or intolerances when you book so the host can plan the menu around them. Public transportation runs near the address, and the experience suits any fitness level. The host speaks English or Italian depending on who you're paired with.

What’s included

• A private 4-course meal (seasonal starter, fresh pasta, second course with vegetables, dessert).
• a show cooking demonstration in the host's kitchen.
• water, regional red and white wines, and coffee.
• a Cesarine host who speaks English or Italian.

Options for this experience

2 options

LunchGuide in English or Italian · 12:00Lunch

DinnerGuide in English or Italian · 19:00Dinner

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 12:00 and 19:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (9 and older) · Child (4 to 8 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish 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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Cesarine: Cooking Class

Is this one for you?Book the dinner seating if you want an evening out that feels like you've been invited to someone's table. Choose lunch if you prefer an earlier time and a lighter pace through the afternoon.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 8 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What exactly do I watch the cook make?

The host prepares a seasonal starter, fresh pasta, a second course with side vegetables, and a typical dessert: a full 4-course menu built around recipes from their family cookbooks. You see each dish come together from the start.

Do I get to cook anything myself, or just watch?

This is a show cooking experience, so you watch the host work in their kitchen. The focus is on seeing how the dishes are made and understanding the recipes, then sitting down to eat together.

Is wine included, or do I pay extra for drinks?

Water, a selection of regional red and white wines, and coffee are all included in the price. No separate charge for beverages.

How long does the whole thing take?

The experience runs about two and a half hours from start to finish, covering the cooking demonstration and the full meal.

Can I choose dinner or lunch, or is the time set?

You pick either a dinner or lunch seating when you book. Both follow the same 4-course menu and cooking demonstration.

What if I have food allergies? Can the host work around them?

Yes. Tell the host about any allergies or intolerances during the booking process, and they'll adjust the menu so you can eat safely and enjoy the full experience.