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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna

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Lake Como, Italy
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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Italian
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Overview

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two!
Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your Cesarina.
As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu.
Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture.
• Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand
• Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types
• Learn to make the iconic tiramisu
• Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests
• Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up

Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

What's Included

  • Beverages (water, wines and coffee)
  • Tasting of the 2 pasta recipes and tiramisu
  • Pasta (2 iconic pasta types) and Tiramisu-making Class
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    Meeting Location

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    23829 Varenna LC
    Italy

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    What To Expect

    Discover how to make fresh handmade pasta and a classic tiramisù in this immersive cooking workshop in the heart of Varenna, or nearby Bellano. Step into the home of a local Cesarina and enjoy a hands-on experience, guided every step of the way. Taste your creations paired with local wines for a true Italian culinary experience.
    - Pasta and tiramisù cooking class in Varenna or Bellano
    - Learn to prepare classic Italian recipes you can recreate at home
    - Hands-on guidance in an intimate, authentic Italian home
    - Enjoy a tasting of your dishes paired with local wine and nibbles

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Please note that our Cesarine are ready and thrilled to host you in their homes! All Cesarine are always very careful and attentive of the important sanitary rules needed, even more now! The homes provide all the essential sanitary equipment for the guests (paper towels for washing hands, hand sanitizing gel and so on). Remember to always maintain 1 meter distance from each other and if not, wear masks and gloves
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-68460P1521

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Beverages (water, wines and coffee)
    • Tasting of the 2 pasta recipes and tiramisu
    • Pasta (2 iconic pasta types) and Tiramisu-making Class
    • Italian Aperitivo: prosecco and nibbles

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Please note that our Cesarine are ready and thrilled to host you in their homes! All Cesarine are always very careful and attentive of the important sanitary rules needed, even more now! The homes provide all the essential sanitary equipment for the guests (paper towels for washing hands, hand sanitizing gel and so on). Remember to always maintain 1 meter distance from each other and if not, wear masks and gloves
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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