Authentic Handmade Tortellini Cooking Class

Bologna, Italy
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Duration2h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Trade crowded restaurants for an intimate, homey cooking studio in the heart of Bologna. This professional yet cozy space is where the soul of Bolognese hospitality meets expert culinary craft. Under the wing of a local Chef, you’ll learn to create authentic handmade tortellini using a secret family recipe passed down through generations. Master the rhythmic art of the "sfoglia" (pasta dough) and the traditional wooden rolling pin (mattarello) in a relaxed, conversational atmosphere.
The highlight? Discovering the "Golden Ritual": tasting your handmade tortellini served in a traditional steaming broth—the authentic way every Bolognese family enjoys them on Sundays. Forget industrial classes; here you are a guest in a "lived-in" studio that feels like a friend's kitchen. Finish your experience by sharing stories at a communal table, enjoying your creation paired with 2 glasses of premium Colli Bolognesi wine. You'll leave with new skills and a digital recipe kit!

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5:30pm Cooking Class
6:30pm Cooking Class

What's included

  • Water included. Authentic Italian hospitality
  • Hands-on pasta class with local chef
  • Make authentic tortellini from a family recipe and enjoy your homemade Tortellini in Brodo (broth)
  • Digital pasta recipes sent after class
  • 2 glasses of Colli Bolognesi local wine
  • Learn traditional sfoglia & rolling pin technique
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Additional drinks
  • Gratuities

What to expect

A Warm Welcome. Step into our intimate studio, a space that breathes the authentic soul of a Bolognese home. Meet your Chef in a relaxed, "homey" environment.

The Art of the Sfoglia. Get your hands floury! Master the rhythmic secrets of kneading dough and using the traditional "mattarello." Your Chef will share family stories that make every fold special.

The Pasta Ritual. Discover the precision behind the tiny, perfect Tortellino. Learn the technique to close them perfectly, just like a local "nonna," with professional expert tips.

The Golden Broth Experience. The best part: the reward. Gather at a shared table for the "Golden Ritual." Taste your handmade tortellini in traditional broth—the soul of Bologna—paired with 2 glasses of Colli Bolognesi wine.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet our chef at the cooking school located in the city center.

End point

Meet our chef at the cooking school located in the city center.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Severe and contact celiacs may not attend the event due to probable contamination.
  • Severe and contact celiacs may not attend the event due to probable contamination.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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