BackMarket to Table: Farmer’s Market Visit & Pasta Making Class
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Market to Table: Farmer’s Market Visit & Pasta Making Class
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About this class
Explore Rome’s flavors in a group-friendly class that starts at the vibrant Campo de’ Fiori market. Wander colorful stalls, taste local specialties, and bring your chosen ingredients to life in the kitchen under the guidance of an expert chef.
Your journey begins at Campo de’ Fiori, one of Rome’s most historic markets. Guided by your expert chef, the group will wander stalls bursting with color, aroma, and local tradition. Taste specialty cured meats, explore artisan cheeses, and select seasonal ingredients — all while learning the stories and culinary heritage behind each item. Every ingredient is chosen with care, connecting you directly to the rhythm of Roman daily life.
Back in the kitchen near the Fontana delle Tartarughe, your market finds become the stars of the class. Roll and shape fresh pasta, handcraft delicate ravioli, and prepare a classic tiramisu — all in a hands-on, interactive session where every participant plays a role. Perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, this experience offers an immersive way to explore Italian cuisine, culture, and tradition.
What You’ll Cook
Fresh Pasta with Sauce
Shape and cook tender pasta using fresh-market ingredients, paired with a vibrant, seasonal sauce that highlights authentic Roman flavors.
Ravioli
Hand-fill delicate pasta pockets with market-fresh, ingredients, creating a traditional Roman dish that is both flavorful and memorable.
Tiramisu
Craft a classic Italian dessert with espresso-soaked biscuits and creamy mascarpone, using the freshest ingredients sourced that day for a perfectly balanced finish.
Highlights
Transform ingredients picked fresh at Campo de’ Fiori into delicious dishes in a kitchen near the Colosseum or Piazza Mattei.
Roll, fill, and assemble each dish yourself, guided step by step by your expert chef.
Learn traditional techniques, hear stories from Roman kitchens, and connect with centuries of culinary heritage.
Enjoy Italian wines as you cook, taste, and share the experience with your group.
Savor the pasta, ravioli, and tiramisu you’ve created together, celebrating craft, flavor, and the joy of cooking.
Included
- Hands-on market tour and cooking session with your expert chef
- Step-by-step guidance for pasta, ravioli, and tiramisu
- Italian wines served throughout the experience
- Fresh, locally sourced ingredients
- Recipes to take home and a certificate celebrating your shared experience
Meeting point
- Campo de' Fiori, 00186 Roma RM Open in Google Maps
FAQs
This is a small-group experience shared with other guests. A private version is also available.
Comfortable clothing is recommended. Aprons and all cooking materials are provided.
Yes! After preparing your dishes, you'll sit down together to enjoy everything you've created, accompanied by Italian wines.
Our classes welcome all ages and skill levels.
We understand plans can change. Please contact us 24 hours before your scheduled class for a full refund. Cancellations made within 24 hours are non-refundable.
Yes, we accommodate special dietary requirements. However, this experience is not recommended for people with celiac disease. Please notify us of any dietary needs when booking your class so we can make the necessary arrangements. If you have severe allergies to certain ingredients, please inform us in advance. Please note: Individuals who are gluten intolerant cannot participate.
The class fee includes everything you need for the experience: market visit, all cooking materials and equipment, fresh ingredients, aprons to use during the class, the full meal you prepare together, fine Italian wine and soft drinks.
The class is held in the heart of Rome’s Jewish Ghetto, at Piazza Mattei. You’ll be surrounded by historic streets, charming architecture, and the unique atmosphere of this storied neighborhood — the perfect setting to immerse yourself in Roman culinary tradition.
Recipes
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Where You’ll Be Cooking
This class takes place in one of our carefully selected Roman kitchens, chosen for their charm, atmosphere, and authentic character.
