About This Tour
Immerse yourself in Italy's culture with this hands-on cooking class held in a local home and led by an expert Italian home cook. Learn the secrets of the most iconic Parma dishes and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner with local wines included. You'll have a fully equipped workstation with utensils and ingredients and your local host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Parma recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert) handed down by generations of mammas and nonnas. After the class, sit down at the table with your Italian family and taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.
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Cooking Class
Mixing the Pasta with the sauce
Cesarina teaching how to make Fresh pasta
Closing Fresh Ravioli
Cin cin!
Authentic Tigelle with local cheese and cold cuts
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Private cooking class at a local's home with lunch or dinner in Parma
This 3-hour private class at a local's home in Parma focuses on Italian cuisine. You'll prepare and enjoy a meal together, with water, local wines, and espresso included.
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Meeting Point
This experience will be held in a local's home. For privacy reasons, you will receive the full address of your Cesarina host after you have booked. We will contact you by e-mail after you've booked to match you up with your ideal host based on what you are looking for.
Special Instructions
To craft your perfect culinary experience please remember to share your email address with us. Our culinary guides will send you a short form to express your food preferences, intolerances and allergy for a 100% customized experience with your Italian family. Once you complete the form you'll receive your host details via email. In case we do not receive your email shortly we will match you with a local host, based on the preferences expressed at the time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cesarine: Cooking Class
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Private cooking class at a local's home with lunch or dinner in Parma
Who operates this experience?
This experience is operated by Cesarine: Cooking Class, a local food & drink provider.
What's included?
This tour includes Learn and taste 3 Italian recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert), Water, local wines and Espresso, and Hands-on cooking class. All inclusions are provided by the tour operator.
How long is this tour?
The experience lasts approximately 3 hours, giving you time to fully enjoy your chosen activity.
Can I cancel this tour?
Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time for a full refund.
What should I bring?
Come with an appetite and comfortable walking shoes. All food and beverages are included.
Will I receive instant confirmation?
Yes, you'll receive instant confirmation when you book.
What to expect on this tour?
This food & drink experience lasts approximately 3 hours and includes all necessary equipment and guidance. You'll have access to Learn and taste 3 Italian recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert) and more.
What's the best time to do this tour?
This culinary experience is typically best enjoyed during meal times, allowing you to fully appreciate the local food culture.
Are dietary restrictions accommodated?
Dietary restrictions may be accommodated depending on the tour. Please inform the operator of any dietary requirements when booking so they can make appropriate arrangements.
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