Rome: Cooking Class with Chef Paolo—Fettucine & Tiramisù

Summary

Hands-on pasta making in Rome’s heart with real laughter and a glass of wine

You’ll get your hands messy making fresh fettucine from scratch in central Rome with Chef Paolo guiding you step by step. Choose your favorite sauce, laugh over shared stories while preparing tiramisù together, then sit down for a meal you actually cooked—with local wine and limoncello to finish. It’s relaxed, fun, and honestly feels more like dinner with friends than a class.

What’s the experience like?

By the time I got flour on my nose (and probably everywhere else), Chef Paolo was already teasing me about my “unique” pasta technique. We were right in the center of Rome, tucked into this cozy restaurant that smelled like basil and something buttery. Anna handed me an apron—she smiled the way Italians do, all warmth—and showed us how to crack eggs straight onto the wooden board. I hesitated, but she just nodded. “Like this,” she said, and suddenly it felt okay to mess up a little.

There were maybe eight of us, plus Paolo and Anna. People from Germany, Brazil, one couple from London who kept joking about their pasta being “al dente-ish.” At some point Paolo told us the story behind fettucine—he talks with his hands a lot—and explained why cacio e pepe is basically Roman poetry (I’m still not sure I got it right). The wine came out early. Red for me. It tasted brighter than what I’m used to at home. The whole thing was less formal than I expected—lots of laughter when someone dropped dough on the floor, or when I tried to say “tiramisù” properly (Paolo laughed too).

The best part? Making tiramisù together at this big table, everyone dipping ladyfingers into espresso. The smell was ridiculous—coffee and cocoa everywhere. We ate what we made, which felt weirdly satisfying after all that kneading and rolling. Anna poured limoncello at the end—sharp and sweet—and we toasted each other like old friends even though we’d just met a few hours ago.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Cooking class and meal in Rome

• Arrive at central Rome restaurant
• Learn pasta making from scratch
• Prepare pasta with chosen sauce
• Cook tiramisù together
• Enjoy pasta and tiramisù meal
• Drink a glass of wine
• Receive cooking certificate

Top questions

How long does the cooking class in Rome last?

The class typically lasts around 2-3 hours including eating time.

Is wine included in the Rome cooking class?

Yes, you get a glass of red or white wine included with your meal.

Do I need any cooking experience for this class?

No experience is needed—Chef Paolo and Anna guide everyone step by step.

Can kids join the cooking class in Rome?

Kids over 7 can join; younger children must be supervised by a parent during the class.

What dishes do we make during the Rome cooking class?

You’ll make fresh fettucine pasta (with sauce options) and tiramisù dessert together.

Where is the cooking class located in Rome?

The class takes place at a restaurant right in the city center of Rome.

Are all ingredients provided for the cooking class?

Yes—all ingredients and equipment are provided as part of your booking.

Is there vegetarian sauce available for the pasta?

Yes—you can choose tomato with basil as a vegetarian option for your pasta sauce.

What’s included

Your day includes all necessary ingredients and equipment for making fettucine pasta from scratch (with your choice of amatriciana, cacio e pepe or tomato-basil sauce), group preparation of tiramisù dessert, one glass of red or white wine or soft drink with your meal, bottled water throughout, plus coffee or limoncello at the end—and you’ll leave with an award certificate as a souvenir from Chef Paolo’s kitchen.