Rome: Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class in Historic Palazzo

Summary

Rome food lovers cook pizza and gelato with locals in a palazzo

You’ll roll up your sleeves inside a 17th-century Roman palazzo for a hands-on pizza and gelato class led by welcoming local chefs. Start with Prosecco and antipasti, learn to knead dough from scratch, pick your favorite toppings, then share your creations over wine at a cozy group dinner. It’s warm, lively, and leaves you with new skills—and maybe a few new friends too.

What’s the experience like?

Someone handed me a cold glass of Prosecco before I’d even set down my bag — that’s how this pizza and gelato making class in Rome started. The palazzo kitchen felt more like someone’s home than a school, sunlight bouncing off old tiles, the smell of flour already in the air. Our chef, Marco, grinned and waved us over to the big wooden table. He switched between English and Italian so easily it made me wish I’d paid more attention in language class. There was this moment when he pressed my hands into the dough — “like this, see?” — and suddenly I was kneading pizza for real, not just watching YouTube at home.

I didn’t expect to laugh so much. Maybe it was the wine or maybe just the way everyone loosened up as we compared our lopsided crusts (mine looked like Australia). Marco kept tossing out little facts about Roman food traditions — apparently real gelato is silkier than ice cream because of less fat? We got to pick toppings from these bowls of prosciutto, olives, roasted veggies… I went heavy on the artichokes. The oven heat made everything smell toasted and warm, kind of like walking past bakeries early in the morning.

The best part? Sitting down together at this long table after cooking, plates clinking and people swapping stories about their travels. My gelato didn’t freeze quite right but nobody cared — one woman said hers tasted like her childhood summers. Marco poured another splash of wine for anyone who wanted it. I still think about that feeling: full but not just from food. If you want something relaxed but properly Roman (and yes, you get all the recipes by QR code), this day trip pizza and gelato class from central Rome is honestly worth it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hands-on pizza and gelato class

• Arrive at 17th-century palazzo
• Enjoy Prosecco and appetizers
• Learn to make pizza dough
• Choose fresh pizza toppings
• Bake your homemade pizza
• Create authentic Italian gelato
• Enjoy pizza and gelato with wine
• Receive recipes via QR code

Top questions

Where does the pizza & gelato making class take place?

The class is held inside a historic 17th-century palazzo in central Rome.

Is there an English-speaking chef leading the class?

Yes, friendly local chefs lead the class in English.

What do you make during the cooking class?

You’ll make authentic Italian pizza from scratch and homemade gelato.

Are drinks or appetizers included?

The experience starts with Prosecco and Roman-style appetizers; wine is served with dinner.

Can vegetarians join this cooking class?

Yes, vegetarian options are available if you mention it at booking.

Is this activity suitable for families or kids?

Yes, it’s great for families, couples, solo travelers—anyone who loves food.

Do you get recipes to take home after?

You’ll receive all recipes via QR code at the end of the class.

Is public transportation nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the location.

What’s included

Your evening includes a welcome glass of Prosecco with Roman appetizers inside a historic palazzo kitchen; step-by-step guidance from an English-speaking local chef; all ingredients for making fresh pizza (with your choice of toppings) and creamy homemade gelato; two-course dinner paired with Italian wine; plus digital recipes to take home afterward.