Homemade Italian Pizza & Focaccia Experience with a Local Family
Overview
Our activity is more than just a cooking class; it’s an immersive journey into making excellent pizza, backed by years of catering experience. We use organic, Demeter biodynamic, genuine, and high-quality Italian ingredients to ensure healthy. Learn about Mother Yeast sourdough and how to serve authentic Italian aperitifs. Each participant will receive a piece of our 7-year-old sourdough starter, ideal for baking bread, braids, pastries, and pizza. Enjoy exquisite regional Swiss and the finest Italian wines from Piemonte (Italy). Additionally, you’ll make original tiramisu using a cherished family recipe.
Participants will be actively involved in every step and can enjoy all the delicious food and drinks without any extra charge. Experience everything in a fun and lively Italian atmosphere!
Our commitment to quality and authenticity makes this experience truly unique. Join us to explore the rich depth of Italian culinary tradition in a joyful and educational setting
What's Included
- Dinner Organic and high-quality wines from Piemont (Italy) such as Nebbiolo (used to produce Barolo), Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, as well as other regional wines from Switzerland by Simmendinger.
- In a pizza and focaccia class, participants use mixing bowls, measuring cups, rolling pins, dough scrapers, baking sheets, pizza peels, knives, and oven mitts.
- Lievito Madre geschenkt
- Additional Drinks: additional beverages beyond what's offered may incur a separate charge.
Meeting Location
Bottmingerstrasse 10
4142 Münchenstein, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Discover the secrets and immerse yourself in the rich culinary traditions of Italy with an unforgettable cooking class and dinner experience!
Beginning:
Aperitivo & wine
Homemade pizza & focaccia
Delve into the art of making classic Italian PIZZA and FOCACCIA using our treasured 7-year-old sourdough starter. Get your hands dirty as you learn the secrets of kneading and shaping the perfect dough.
We drink only carefully curated organic wines from the Piemont region.
Tiramisu, made using my grandmother's recipe
You'll not only learn to prepare authentic Italian dishes, but you'll also gain a deeper appreciation for the culture and traditions that surround them.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to create lasting memories and discover the true flavors of Italy!
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Includes: Aperitivo, pizza, cooking class, dinner, wine tasting, and dessert
Please note:
This class is hands-on, so please come prepared to get your hands dirty!
We are happy to accommodate dietary restrictions. Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies or sensitivities.
We look forward to sharing our passion for Italian cuisine with you!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
- We want to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience at our Private Italian Cooking and Dinner Experience. To help us accommodate your dietary needs, please let us know if you have any allergies, intolerances, or dietary restrictions. Here are some examples of what you might include: Allergies and intolerances: "I have a peanut allergy. Please make sure there are no peanuts or peanut products used in your Experience. " Dietary restrictions: "I am a vegan. Are there vegan options available ?" Preferences: "I do not like fish. Are there other options besides fish dishes available ?
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Homemade Italian Pizza & Focaccia Experience with a Local Family?
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Activity code: C-483336P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Dinner. Organic and high-quality wines from Piemont (Italy) such as Nebbiolo (used to produce Barolo), Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, as well as other regional wines from Switzerland by Simmendinger.
- In a pizza and focaccia class, participants use mixing bowls, measuring cups, rolling pins, dough scrapers, baking sheets, pizza peels, knives, and oven mitts.
- Lievito Madre geschenkt.
- Additional Drinks: additional beverages beyond what's offered may incur a separate charge.
The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Homemade Italian Pizza & Focaccia Experience with a Local Family is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Homemade Italian Pizza & Focaccia Experience with a Local Family will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- DinnerOrganic and high-quality wines from Piemont (Italy) such as Nebbiolo (used to produce Barolo), Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, as well as other regional wines from Switzerland by Simmendinger.
- In a pizza and focaccia class, participants use mixing bowls, measuring cups, rolling pins, dough scrapers, baking sheets, pizza peels, knives, and oven mitts.
- Lievito Madre geschenkt
- Additional Drinks: additional beverages beyond what's offered may incur a separate charge.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
- We want to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience at our Private Italian Cooking and Dinner Experience. To help us accommodate your dietary needs, please let us know if you have any allergies, intolerances, or dietary restrictions. Here are some examples of what you might include: Allergies and intolerances: "I have a peanut allergy. Please make sure there are no peanuts or peanut products used in your Experience. " Dietary restrictions: "I am a vegan. Are there vegan options available ?" Preferences: "I do not like fish. Are there other options besides fish dishes available ?
