Make Italian Lasagna in Italy: Hands-on cooking class with wine

You knead the dough, layer the ragù, and eat the lasagna you made

A three-hour hands-on cooking class in Italy where you make traditional lasagna Bolognese, tiramisu and appetizers from scratch, then enjoy them with organic wines. The class runs in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and two other languages, and dietary restrictions are accommodated in advance. Children from age 6 are welcome.

The experience

This is not a demonstration: you work through every step yourself. You'll knead fresh dough with eggs and Swiss flour, layer the ragù and béchamel, and shape the pasta sheets the way the host's family has for years. The tomato sauce comes from the garden. The tiramisu follows a recipe passed down through generations. Organic, Demeter-certified ingredients go into everything, and the class moves at a pace that lets you actually learn the technique, not just watch it happen.

Once the lasagna is ready to bake, you move to the table. Caprese or bruschetta opens the meal, followed by the lasagna you made, then tiramisu. Red and white wines from Piemonte and other regions, organic options included, pair with each course. The host brings music and a lively Italian atmosphere to the table, and you eat without paying extra for any of it. Dietary needs are handled in advance: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy concerns all get built into the menu before you arrive.

The whole experience runs three hours. Public transport reaches the location, and the space is wheelchair accessible. Children from age 6 can join. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and two additional languages, so the instruction flows in whatever works for your group.

What’s included

• All ingredients and equipment for making lasagna, tiramisu and appetizers.
• organic red and white wines from Piemonte and other regions.
• the full meal you prepare, eaten together at the table.
• instruction in your choice of five languages.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Thursday and FridayDeparts at 18:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Youth (6 to 17 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Italian Cooking and Dining Experience

Is this one for you?Three hours is long enough to make and eat a proper meal, but short enough to fit the rest of your day in Italy. If you have dietary needs, tell the host before you book and the menu shifts to match.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 17 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

What exactly do I make in this cooking class?

You make traditional lasagna Bolognese from scratch: kneading the dough, layering the ragù and béchamel, and shaping the pasta sheets yourself. You also prepare tiramisu using the host's family recipe and appetizers like caprese or bruschetta with organic vegetables.

Do I get to eat what I cook, or is it just a lesson?

You eat everything you make. After the hands-on cooking, you sit down to a full meal: the lasagna, tiramisu, appetizers and wines, all included with no extra charge.

What wines are served with the meal?

Red and white wines from Piemonte, Italy and other regions come with the class, including organic options. The wines pair with each course of the meal you've prepared.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions like vegan or gluten-free?

Yes. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy-friendly versions of the menu are all possible. Tell the host about your needs when you book, and the class is built around your requirements.