Rome: Cooking Class Lasagna, Fettuccine & Tiramisu with Lunch

Summary

Hands-on pasta & tiramisu class in Rome’s Ponte Milvio

You’ll roll fresh pasta by hand with Roman chefs, layer your own lasagna, and build creamy tiramisu while swapping stories around the kitchen table. Enjoy your meal with wine in good company—expect laughter, floury hands, and new skills you’ll want to take home.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to laugh so much over flour. The first thing that hit me walking into the kitchen near Ponte Milvio was this warm, yeasty smell—like someone’s grandma had been baking all morning. Our chef, Marco (who has the best rolling “r” I’ve ever heard), handed us little aprons and a glass of Prosecco before we even touched any dough. He joked about how Italians argue over the “right” way to layer lasagna. I tried saying “besciamella” and he grinned—definitely not how it’s supposed to sound.

We started making fettuccine from scratch, which is honestly trickier than it looks on YouTube. My hands got sticky fast. There was flour everywhere—on my shirt, in my hair (I think). The woman next to me was visiting from Brazil and kept humming while kneading her dough; it made the whole thing feel less serious. Marco moved around the table showing us how thin the pasta should be—you could almost see your fingers through it when you held it up to the light. He told stories about his grandmother’s Sunday lunches and why Roman lasagna is different from what you get in Florence or Naples.

The tiramisu part surprised me most—I never realized how much patience goes into layering those biscuits just right. The coffee they used was strong enough to wake anyone up after a late night wandering Trastevere. At lunch, we sat together at a long table by the window, eating what we’d made (and yes, my lasagna actually held together). There was wine and a lot of clinking glasses. Someone spilled water but nobody cared—it felt like being at a friend’s house more than a class.

I still think about that last bite of tiramisu—soft and cold with just a hint of cocoa on top—and how Marco winked when he handed out our recipe sheets for home. It wasn’t perfect cooking but somehow that made it better.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hands-on Italian cooking class

• Arrive at Ponte Milvio neighborhood
• Learn to knead, roll, and cut pasta
• Prepare lasagna from scratch
• Make fettuccine pasta
• Prepare creamy tiramisù dessert
• Enjoy lunch with homemade dishes

Top questions

How long is the Rome cooking class?

The cooking class lasts about 90 minutes plus time to enjoy your meal afterwards.

Is lunch included in this Rome pasta & tiramisu class?

Yes, after cooking you’ll eat a full meal including lasagna, fettuccine, and tiramisu you made yourself.

Where is the cooking class located in Rome?

The class takes place near Ponte Milvio in central Rome, close to public transport and the Olympic Stadium.

Are drinks provided during the cooking class?

A welcoming drink (Prosecco or juice), bottled water, a glass of wine or soft drink during lunch, and coffee at the end are included.

Can vegetarians join this Rome cooking experience?

Yes, vegetarian diets can be accommodated if requested when booking.

Is this pasta making class suitable for beginners?

Yes! The chefs guide everyone step by step so no experience is needed.

Are children allowed in this Rome cooking class?

Children are welcome; juice is offered instead of Prosecco for kids.

Will I get recipes after the class?

Yes, you’ll receive follow-up recipes so you can cook these dishes at home.

What’s included

Your day includes all necessary ingredients and equipment for making lasagna, fettuccine pasta, and tiramisu from scratch alongside expert local chefs. You’ll get a welcoming drink (Prosecco or juice), bottled water throughout, a glass of wine or soft drink during your homemade lunch, coffee at the end of your meal by the window—and printed recipes to take home so you can relive those Roman flavors anytime.