Rome: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class by Vatican with Wine

Hands-on pasta making fettuccine ravioli tiramisu class Rome

You’ll roll fresh fettuccine and ravioli dough with guidance from a Roman chef, whip up creamy tiramisu, and share stories over lunch near the Vatican. Expect hands-on laughs, endless wine, and recipes you can actually recreate at home. By dessert time, you might even feel like part of Paolo’s kitchen crew.

Step-by-step itinerary

Learn to cook pasta and tiramisu

• Learn to make tiramisu
• Prepare fettuccine and ravioli dough
• Discover ingredients for pasta
• Cook pasta with expert chef
• Enjoy meal with fine wine
• Conclude with limoncello and coffee
• Receive take-home recipes

The Experience

I nearly dropped an egg on the floor before we’d even started. The kitchen was already buzzing when we walked in — flour dust hanging in the air, someone’s laughter echoing off the tiled walls. Our chef, Paolo, grinned and handed me a tiny espresso, saying it would help with “pasta courage.” I didn’t expect to be rolling dough this early in the morning but there I was, sleeves pushed up, trying to remember how he said to knead without turning it into glue. The smell of coffee mixed with mascarpone was everywhere.

We started with tiramisu — apparently you have to let it chill while you make pasta or it’s just not right. Paolo showed us how to fold the mascarpone gently (he said “like clouds,” which made me laugh because mine looked more like a thunderstorm). Then came the main event: fettuccine and ravioli from scratch. There’s something weirdly satisfying about pressing your thumb into soft dough and watching it spring back. One of the other travelers — Li from Singapore — tried saying “fettuccine” in perfect Italian and got a round of applause from Paolo. I just stuck to eating bits of raw pasta when no one was looking.

The best part? Sitting down together at a long wooden table while plates of steaming pasta landed in front of us. The wine kept coming (DOCG, Paolo insisted), and someone poured limoncello at the end like it was a family ritual. It felt less like a class and more like being invited into someone’s home for Sunday lunch. There was this moment when the late afternoon sun hit our table just right — I still think about that view sometimes, honestly.

What’s included

• Your day includes all ingredients for making fettuccine, ravioli, and tiramisu.
• bottled water.
• unlimited DOCG wine.
• snacks.
• lunch with coffee and limoncello.
• plus soft drinks if you want them — all wrapped up with friendly guidance from a local chef near Roma Termini and easy access by public transport.

Good to know

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Top questions

Where is this Rome cooking class located?

The class takes place in a locally loved restaurant near the Vatican.

What dishes do we learn to make during the class?

You’ll make two types of pasta (fettuccine & ravioli) and traditional tiramisu.

Is wine included during the cooking class?

Yes, fine DOCG wine is served throughout the meal.

Are recipes provided to take home?

Yes, you’ll receive take-home recipes after the class.

Is lunch included in this Rome pasta & tiramisu class?

Lunch is included; you’ll eat what you cook during the session.

How big are the groups for this cooking experience?

The group size is kept small to maximize your experience.

Are vegetarian options available for pasta fillings?

The fillings use seasonal ingredients; vegetarian options are usually available.

Is public transportation nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to the venue.