Rome: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class Near Colosseum

Summary

Make fettuccine and tiramisu in Rome’s lively kitchen close to ancient stones

You’ll learn how to make pasta from scratch near Rome’s Colosseum, laugh over tiramisu mishaps with a local chef, and share a meal (plus wine or soft drinks) with new friends around one big table. Expect hands-on fun, good stories, and recipes to take home—plus maybe a little flour on your shirt.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t worry if you mess up the dough — we’re not in a restaurant!” That’s what Chef Martina said as she handed me a cracked brown egg, her hands already dusted with flour. The kitchen was tucked on a quiet street just behind the Colosseum (I could still hear scooters zipping by outside). There were eight of us, all strangers at first, but after five minutes of clumsy introductions and a glass of prosecco that tasted like summer, it felt like we’d known each other longer. I didn’t expect to laugh so much before noon.

We started with tiramisu because “it needs to rest,” according to Martina — she winked when she said it. The mascarpone was cold and smooth between my fingers; I tried to pipe it neatly but ended up with more on my knuckles than in the dish. Someone asked about the coffee they used for soaking ladyfingers and Martina launched into a story about her grandmother arguing with the neighbor over which roast was best. The kitchen filled up with this bittersweet smell — espresso and cocoa powder — and I swear I could’ve just eaten that for lunch.

Making pasta was messier than I thought. My dough looked like something from kindergarten art class at first, but somehow, after kneading (and a bit of help from my tablemate), it turned silky. Rolling out fettuccine felt weirdly satisfying — there’s this moment when you lift the strands and they almost glow in the afternoon light coming through the window. We got to pick our sauce: carbonara or cacio e pepe. I went for cacio e pepe because Martina said it’s “the real Roman test.” She laughed when I tried saying pecorino romano properly — probably butchered it.

Sitting down together at the big wooden table, plates full of our own pasta, was honestly my favorite part. Everyone was swapping stories about their worst cooking disasters back home while sipping local wine (I stuck with water after that prosecco). At some point someone started passing around limoncello and we toasted “alla prossima” — until next time. Walking out into the Roman sun after, recipes in my inbox and flour still under my nails… I still think about that view of the Colosseum just around the corner.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class

• Meet chef and group
• Learn to make tiramisu
• Mix, roll, and cut pasta dough
• Prepare pasta for cooking
• Make carbonara or cacio e pepe sauce
• Cook and enjoy pasta with wine
• Toast with limoncello
• Receive digital recipes

Top questions

Where is this pasta & tiramisu class located in Rome?

The class takes place near the Colosseum; exact meeting spot may vary but will always be within 5 minutes’ walk of each other.

How long does the cooking class last?

The experience lasts about three hours from start to finish.

Is lunch included in this Rome cooking class?

Yes, you’ll eat what you cook—fresh pasta with your choice of sauce plus homemade tiramisu—and enjoy drinks during your meal.

Are drinks provided during the class?

You get prosecco at the start, local wines or soft drinks during lunch, plus limoncello at the end (alcohol-free options available).

Can children join this cooking class near the Colosseum?

This experience isn’t suitable for infants; children must sit on an adult’s lap if they attend since no separate workspace is available.

Do you need any prior cooking experience?

No experience needed—the chef guides everyone step by step.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

If you have specific dietary requirements let them know ahead; however, they can’t accommodate coeliac disease or vegan diets due to menu limitations.

What do you take home after the class?

You’ll receive digital recipes from the day so you can try making everything again at home.

What’s included

Your day includes a hands-on pasta and tiramisu workshop led by a Roman chef near the Colosseum, all ingredients provided, prosecco on arrival followed by local wines or soft drinks as you cook and eat together, plus a glass of limoncello at the end. You’ll also get digital recipes sent straight to your inbox so you can recreate everything back home.