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Traditional Home Cooking Experience in Lecce

4.5 (105)
Lecce, IT
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Traditional Home Cooking Experience in Lecce

4.5 (105)
Lecce, IT
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Immerse yourself in the culinary traditions of Lecce, the baroque capital of Apulia, with this Traditional Home Cooking Experience. Join a passionate local chef and discover the art of making fresh pasta from scratch. Learn to knead, cut, and shape Orecchiette and Maccheroni al Ferretto, using a traditional ferretto pasta tool. With the guidance of your chef, prepare two mouthwatering sauces to dress your pasta - a classic fresh tomato red sauce and a flavorful chickpea and local vegetables topping. After all the hard work, sit down to a convivial dinner and savor the fruits of your labor, accompanied by homemade bread, a typical dessert, and homemade limoncello. Toast to this exclusive experience with local red, Rosé, and white wines. Take home the recipes and a ferretto pasta tool to continue your cooking adventure and surprise your guests with authentic Italian flavors.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Small Group Tour, Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Authentic culinary experience in Lecce
  • Hands-on cooking class with a passionate local chef
  • Enjoying a convivial dinner with the chef
  • Receiving recipes and a pasta tool to continue cooking at home
  • Toasting with local wines to celebrate the experience
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Dinner
  • Hands on cooking class
  • Recipes and ferretto pasta tool to surprise guests back home
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

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Introduction

Welcome to the Traditional Home Cooking Experience in Lecce! Immerse yourself in the rich culinary culture of Salento and discover the art of preparing and savoring fresh pasta. Led by a passionate local chef, this hands-on cooking class will take you on a journey through the flavors and traditions of this enchanting region. Get ready to indulge in a truly authentic and unforgettable culinary experience.

What to expect?

During this cooking experience, you can expect to learn the art of making traditional fresh pasta from scratch. With the guidance of your expert chef, you will knead, cut, and shape Orecchiette and Maccheroni al Ferretto, using a special pasta tool. You will also prepare two delicious sauces to dress your pasta - the classic "fresh tomato red sauce" and a flavorful chickpea and local vegetables topping. But it doesn't end there! After the cooking class, you will sit down with your chef to enjoy the fruits of your labor in a convivial dinner. Indulge in homemade bread, a typical dessert, and toast with local red, Rosé, and white wines to celebrate this exclusive experience. You will also receive the recipes and a ferretto pasta tool, so you can continue your cooking adventure back at home and impress your guests with your newfound skills.

Who is this for?

This cooking experience is perfect for anyone who wants to delve into the world of traditional Italian cuisine. Whether you are a passionate foodie, a cooking enthusiast, or simply someone who enjoys trying new things, this class caters to all skill levels. You don't need to be an experienced chef to participate - just come with an open mind and a love for good food!

Why book this?

By booking this Traditional Home Cooking Experience in Lecce, you will have the opportunity to learn from a passionate local chef who knows the secrets of Salento's traditional cuisine. This hands-on class allows you to immerse yourself in the local culture, interact with the ingredients, and master the art of making fresh pasta. Not only will you leave with new cooking skills and recipes, but you will also take home a special ferretto pasta tool to continue your culinary adventures. This experience goes beyond just learning to cook. It is a chance to connect with the local community, taste authentic flavors, and create lasting memories. The convivial dinner shared with your chef and fellow participants adds a social aspect to the experience, making it a truly enjoyable and immersive journey into the heart of Italian gastronomy.

Good to know

The Traditional Home Cooking Experience in Lecce is designed for a minimum of two people, making it ideal for couples, friends, or even families who want to bond over a shared culinary adventure. The class includes all the necessary ingredients, equipment, and alcoholic beverages, so all you need to bring is your appetite and enthusiasm. The cooking class takes place under the arch of Porta Napoli, a picturesque location in the heart of Lecce. You will be picked up and dropped off at this meeting point, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Please note that anything not mentioned in the inclusions is not covered, so be sure to check the details before booking.

Reviews

Customers rave about the Traditional Home Cooking Experience in Lecce, praising the knowledgeable and friendly local chef who guides them through the cooking process. Many reviewers mention that the hands-on nature of the class allows them to truly appreciate the art of making fresh pasta and understand the importance of using quality ingredients. The convivial dinner and the opportunity to taste a variety of local wines are also highlights for many participants. Overall, customers express their satisfaction with the experience, describing it as an authentic and memorable culinary journey in the heart of Salento.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Lecce

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Piazza Sant'Oronzo

Reviews

(105)

4.5 (105)

Kathy_B

Lisa and Fabio were the most special hosts and teachers. We had a wonderful time learning from them and then enjoying the creations we worked on together. Highly recommend taking this class. Enjoy the time with them! Oh and by the way it was all delicious!!

Andrew_S

Lisa and Fabio were wonderful hosts and very patient with those of us not very adept at pasta-making. It was a great atmosphere (cooking indoors and eating outdoors in a nice garden setting) with great appetizers and a variety of Puglian wines served at a generous pace (I've read about other tours that were less bountiful but Fabio topped up our glasses regularly). We also had a tasty dessert served with limoncello, a great way to end the evening. Lisa took care of the pasta sauces but will be sending those recipes and Fabio forwarded a good supply of photos from the evening. We were fortunate to share the experience with 4 others with whom we got along very well and that added to our enjoyment of the evening. Pick up and drop-off points were centrally located and F abio offered to drive us to our hotel if we wished. Would recommend this cooking class/evening very highly.

alexandramX9605ME

In my 30+ years of traveling this was one of my favorite experiences in my entire life. Lisa & Fabio were wonderful hosts. We shared many laughs throughout the evening. The pasta was outstanding and very typical of Puglia and the south in general. Lisa’s sauce is amazing and I can’t wait to try the recipes at home. This is a must do experience in Lecce. I miss Lisa and Fabio already! We left the evening with new friends, full bellies, and amazing recipes to try at home.

Claire_H

Thank you Fabio and Lisa for a fantastic evening, we had so much fun! We can highly recommend this cooking experience.

Janene_Y

A most enjoyable Lecce local experience with wonderful hosts Lisa & Fabio inviting us into their home. We had a wonderful chilled coffee on ice to start with tasty homemade appetizers and wines then onto our pasta making class. We then sat down to dinner alfresco with our pasta and 2 different sauces finishing with a lovey pannacotta dessert.

jodefazio21

This was one of the absolute highlights of our stay in Lecce. Fabio and Lisa were AMAZING hosts, the passion for the region and local cuisine was inspirational. The food was spectacular and the wines were delicious. Could not recommend this experience enough.over and above expectations, thank you Fabio and Lisa for a truly memorable evening.

Sarah_N

I am so so happy that we booked this class! Fabio and Liza are fabulous chefs, teachers, hosts, and people! They welcomed us all so kindly into their home, showed us how to make two different types of local pastas and then spoiled us with aperitif, local wine and beverages, and their life and region stories! It was so special! Obviously it was incredibly tasty! Would do it again and again!

zsophiamak

Fabio and Lisa were great hosts. Such amazing and lovely people. Were on time to pick us up from the exact meeting spot, they welcomed us into their home with such tasty foods. The class was fun and food was very yummy. Would definitely do it again when we return to lecce.

Harry P

What to say? Fantastic experience! Wonderful evening in the company of Lisa and Fabio, two people who seemed to have been friends forever. The family atmosphere, the beautiful location surrounded by greenery, the cuisine prepared with dedication and passion, made the evening one of the most beautiful experiences of our holiday. We enjoyed excellent aperitifs prepared with quality products and than we prepared two types of fresh pasta together, seasoned with ingredients that are easily available once we got home and enjoyed some truly excellent local wine! We learned so much and I can't wait to organize a Salento dinner with my friends, preserving the memory of two special people!

Natalie_W

We cant thank Lisa and Fabio enough to open the door to their home and introduce us to the fabulous cuisine of Puglia! This cooking experience was the highlight of our trip to Puglia. Lisa and Fabio made us felt as we are cooking and having dinner with friends over a couple of glasses of wine and sharing stories of Puglia. We learned so much and cannot wait to replicate the dishes back home. We can highly recommend to book this class as its an unforgettable experience. Grazie mille xx
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2024-04-25 06:57