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The Absolute Best Cooking Classes in Northern Italy!

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Our top 3 picks

Northern Italy is an absolutely beautiful place filled with delicious food so come and join one of these cooking classes and experience Italian food like never before.

Each one of these Italian cooking classes will show you a new side to Italian cooking as you use fresh ingredients to create the most beautiful dishes that are full of flavor and full of love. You will learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch and then use that to create your own pasta dishes, as well as make a real Italian pizza so good that it will be enjoyed at least once a week from then on.

These are definitely the best cooking classes in Italy for anyone that wants to get a taste of the North so make sure that you don't miss these cooking classes during your next trip to Italy.

1Top choice

Cesarine - Fresh pasta cooking class with tiramisu

Cesarine Italian Cooking Class in Northern Italy - 1280x720
  • €129price
  • 3 hoursduration
  • Max 4group size

Pasta and tiramisu is one of those combinations that is always a winner and knowing how to make both of these items is something that will always serve you well.

You will learn how to make pasta dough from scratch which you will then use to make tortelli filled with potatoes, mint and butter, tagliatelle which you will pair with a tomato sauce, Bolognese sauce, or mushrooms, and of course at the end of it all you will make a luscious tiramisu to be enjoyed along with everything else.

This cooking class will leave you with amazing new skills that you will be able to use in many future dishes which your friends and family will definitely love.

Price
€129
Duration
3 hours
Address
Exact location provided after booking is complete
Max guests
4
Languages
Italian, English, French
What you cook
Tortelli, Tagliatelle, Tiramisu
What to bring
Your partner of course!
2Top choice

Towns of Italy Cooking Schools - Pizza and gelato cooking class in downtown Milan

Towns of Italy Italian Cooking Class in Northern Italy - 1280x720
  • €99price
  • 3 hoursduration

Pizza and gelato are definitely very popular both within Italy and around the world and this cooking class will definitely teach you all that you need to know.

This cooking class will teach you how to make a delicious pizza from scratch along with gelato of course. You will be making your pizza dough from scratch and then go on to top your pizza with fresh ingredients full of flavor and bake your pizza to perfection. You will also make gelato with natural flavors and you will then realize why natural flavor is always better.

This is the perfect cooking class to take if you want to enjoy a few hours filled with delicious food and new skills for you to explore.

Price
€99
Duration
3 hours
Address
Via Giovanni Battista Sammartini (corner piazza IV Novembre) next to Central Rail Station
Languages
English
What you cook
Pizza and gelato
What to bring
Your friends and a smile of course!
3Top choice

Cooking Vacations - One Day Cooking Class in Bologna

Cooking Vacations Italian Cooking Class in Northern Italy - 1280x720
  • US$265price
  • 1 dayduration

If you are looking for incredible cooking classes to take on your trip to Italy then make sure that you join a cooking class from cooking vacations during your trip.

You will learn how to make past aby hand with the guidance of two sister chefs. You will use a special rolling pin and wooden tools to create delicious pasta by using 00 Farina flour. You will also create pasta shapes along with seasonal sauces such as a butter and sage sauce as well as Bolognese and a pomodoro sauce which you will all enjoy after class.

Be sure to bring along an appetite , because you will definitely need it, and you will not only enjoy a lot of delicious food but you will learn all of the skills that you need to make it for yourself.

Price
US$265
Duration
1 day
Address
Exact location provided after booking is completed
What you cook
Fresh pasta
What to bring
Yourself of course!
Local wine is included
4

Bologna Cooking Class - Regional menu with fresh pasta

Bologna Cooking Class Italian Cooking Class in Northern Italy - 1280x720
  • On requestprice
  • 4 hoursduration

Come and join this cooking class for a chance to experience an incredible day filled with fresh pasta and delicious sauces made with local ingredients.

You will cook a regional menu filled with amazing dishes from places such as Emilia Romanga, Veneto, Tuscany, Sardinia, and many more that you can choose from. You will create a custom menu consisting of 2 or 3 courses or a theme based menu where you can choose from major Italian products such as balsamic vinegar, Parmiggiano Reggiano, various other types of cheese, and many others.

Be sure to book this class if you are curious about how to cook certain dishes and by the end of it you will surely be on your way to becoming a master so make sure that you don't miss it!

Price
On request
Duration
4 hours
Address
Strada Maggiore, ST, 40125 Bologna BO, Italy
What you cook
Custom menu with pasta
What to bring
A smile and an appetite!
Wine is included
5

Mama Isa's Cooking School - Full Day Cooking Class

Mama Isa Italian Cooking Class in Northern Italy - 1280x720
  • On requestprice
  • 5 hoursduration

Come and join one of the cooking classes at Mama Isa's Cooking School and you will learn all about amazing food and learn fantastic skills.

Your day will be filled with amazing new dishes and you will become familiar with the concept of slow cooking which is one of the schools teaching methods. You will use true Italian ingredients throughout this whole class and you will surely walk away from this experience with a new love for Italian cooking and fresh ingredients once you taste the fruits of your labor with a lovely glass of wine.

This is one of the best cooking classes to take along with a group of friends and everyone will have a fantastic time as you cook delicious food and enjoy lovely company.

Price
On request
Duration
5 hours
Address
Exact location is provided after booking is complete
Languages
English
What you cook
Italian meals
What to bring
Some friends and an appetite!
6

Lake Como Experiences - Cooking Class experience in Bellagio

Lake Como Experiences Italian Cooking Class in Northern Italy - 1280x720
  • €160price
  • 3 hoursduration
  • Max 9group size

This is one of those Italy cooking classes that will take your breath away so make sure that you do not miss all the goodness that lies ahead.

You will spend the day cooking authentic dishes with homemade pasta in a relaxed atmosphere and of course a beautiful view. You will make your pasta dough from scratch as well as the sauce and by the end of this cooking class you will realize why this is the best way to eat and enjoy pasta. You will also learn how to make a delicious tiramisu from scratch to end this cooking class on a sweet note.

This is one of the cooking classes in Italy that you should not miss so make sure to book it for your next trip and bring along a friend as well!

Price
€160
Duration
3 hours
Address
Piazza San Giovanni Battista in Bellagio
Meeting point
Piazza San Giovanni Battista in Bellagio
Max guests
9
Languages
English
What you cook
Fresh pasta dishes
What to bring
A smile and a friend of course!
Refreshments are included
7

Curioseety - Fresh pasta cooking class with a local in Como

Curioseety Italian Cooking Class in Northern Italy - 1280x720
  • €89price
  • 3 hoursduration
  • Max 9group size

If you are curious about the wonders of fresh pasta then come and join this cooking class ad experience for yourself how delicious and fulfilling it can be when you make it for yourself.

This class will teach one traditional ways of making fresh pasta and you will certainly walk away with amazing new skills and a full stomach after you get to enjoy everything that you have prepared. You will create your dough from scratch and create different shapes with the guidance of a local chef.

You will enjoy a meal consisting of what you have prepared during class along with some well deserved beverages and this experience is sure to stay with you for many years.

Price
€89
Duration
3 hours
Address
Via Cinque Giornate, 8, 22100 Como
Meeting point
Via Cinque Giornate, 8, 22100 Como
Max guests
9
What you cook
Fresh pasta
What to bring
Your partner and a smile!
Beverages are included
8

Marco's Kitchen - Private Italian cooking class with a local professional chef

Marco's Kitchen Italian Cooking Class in Northern Italy - 1280x720
  • €600price
  • 5 hoursduration

Come and join this cooking class for a chance to experience true Italian cuisine with a private chef in a beautiful natural setting as you use organic ingredients to cook amazing food.

You will learn how to cook traditional dishes using ingredients like olive oil and fresh produce from the area in an outdoor area that will surely make this experience unforgettable. This cooking class will be conducted according to your skill level so beginner cooks as well as professionals are more than welcome to participate.

If you are planning to organize a cooking vacation for yourself then make sure that this cooking class is high up on your list and you will not regret it!

Price
€600
Duration
5 hours
Address
CasaMas Via XXVII maggio 50 - 22100 Como
What you cook
Italian dishes
What to bring
Your friends and yourself of course!
Wine or beer, and water is included
9

Bella Baita Mountain Retreat - Italian Food Cooking Classes in Piedmont

Bella Baita Italian Cooking Class in Northern Italy - 1280x720
  • On requestprice
  • Variesduration
  • Max 8group size

This mountain retreat will not only provide you with fantastic views but you will learn fantastic skills and local dishes so be sure that you don't miss it!

This whole experience will be built around your interests and with your skill levels in mind. You will use organic, local ingredients to cook your dishes and you can be sure that you will taste the difference between your normal dishes and what you will create during class.

This is the perfect cooking class to take along with a partner or a group of friends so be sure to bring them along and you will all enjoy this unique experience to the fullest.

These cooking classes in the north of Italy are not only a fantastic way to spend your day and get to know the locals but they are also the best way to learn new dishes and the different ways that you can prepare them.

Be sure to also take a look at these cooking classes in Tuscany for the next cooking class on your trip across the beautiful Italy and you will learn how to make even more Italian food and taste some amazing wine along the way.

Disclaimer: Note that the food images displayed on this website are for illustrative purposes only. They are not indicative of the actual dishes or presentations you should expect during the classes. We strive to provide the best culinary experience, but the appearance of dishes may vary. Always refer to class descriptions and details for accurate information on what to expect.

Price
On request
Duration
Varies
Address
Bgt. Serre Marchetto 1, Pinasco, TO, Italy 10060
Max guests
8
Languages
Italian, English
What you cook
Local dishes
What to bring
An appetite and a smile!
Local wine is included

Compare at a glance

#ClassPriceDurationBook
1CesarineTop choice€1293 hoursCheck
2Towns of Italy Cooking SchoolsTop choice€993 hoursCheck
3Cooking VacationsTop choiceUS$2651 dayCheck
4Bologna Cooking ClassOn request4 hoursCheck
5Mama Isa's Cooking SchoolOn request5 hoursCheck
6Lake Como Experiences€1603 hoursCheck
7Curioseety€893 hoursCheck
8Marco's Kitchen€6005 hoursCheck
9Bella Baita Mountain RetreatOn requestVariesCheck

How we chose these

This page ranks 9 classes in Italy. Every entry was compiled from the page where that class is booked, and the details under each one were read off that page rather than from a press release or a directory summary.

Prices on this page run from €89 to €600, and 3 providers quote on request rather than publishing a figure. Sessions run from 3 hours to 1 day. Those were the figures published when this page was last checked; they change, so confirm on the provider's page before booking.

For every entry we recorded the price for 6 of 9, how long it runs for 8 of 9, the maximum group size for 4, the address for 9, what you cook for 9 and the languages taught for 5. Where a field is missing below, the provider does not publish it, and we have left it blank rather than guessing.

The order reflects our judgement of how much of the session is genuinely hands-on rather than a demonstration, what you cook, and whether you eat it afterwards, how many people are in the room and what the price includes once wine, a market trip or a meal is counted, as far as each provider describes them. Where two were hard to separate, the one that is clearer about what you actually get went higher.

How to use this page. Treat it as a shortlist to compare, not a substitute for the provider's own page. Dates, menus and prices change at short notice, so confirm what is running, in which language, and what the price includes before you pay. We earn a commission on some bookings made through these links. That never changes the order: the ranking is set before any link is added, and no provider can pay for a place on this page.

Frequently asked questions

Which city in Italy is best for cooking classes?

Italy is known for its food so you can be sure that any Italy cooking classes that you attend will give you a lot of new skills and teach you about delicious food. Be sure to check out our website for Italian cooking classes in cities such as Florence, Pienza, Bologna, Rome, Amalfi Coast, Tuscany, and many more from the many locations that make up Italy.

Is pasta making class in Italy worth it?

A pasta making class in Italy is without a doubt worth it. Pasta is one of the staples of Italian cuisine and every one of the pasta cooking courses that you attend will give you more knowledge on it and pretty soon you will be a pasta making master in your own right!

What is northern Italy known for?

Northern Italy is definitely known for its mountain ranges, beautiful coastlines, rich cuisine, deep history, and of course the gorgeous architecture. Northern Italy cities are simply breathtaking and each major region of Italy, northern, central, and southern, is quite unique.

Is Northern Italy worth visiting?

Yes, it is definitely worth it and you can't mention the best places in Northern Italy to visit without mentioning Venice. It's a city that is known all over the world over for its waterways, canals and totally unique island location. It is absolutely stunning and definitely worth visiting.

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