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Sorrento Cooking Class: authentic dishes with a local family chef

5.0 (35 reviews) 3 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Sorrento Cooking Class: authentic dishes with a local family chef

About this activity

Discover the authentic charm of the Sorrento Peninsula with a family cooking class, where Valentina and her loved ones will guide you through the flavours of Neapolitan tradition. Surrounded by a garden filled with the scents of citrus trees and Mediterranean plants, begin with a glass of Prosecco and traditional Neapolitan bites before preparing iconic dishes such as gnocchi alla sorrentina and eggplant parmigiana. End your culinary adventure by enjoying your creations with excellent local wines in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. A unique opportunity to learn the secrets of local cuisine and experience the warmth of Neapolitan hospitality.

Cooking Classes Short term availability Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof

At a glance

Duration
3 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English, Italian, French
Operated by
Core 'e Pasta

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–10 years) · Youth (11–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Carbonated beverages: Soda/Pop
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Alcoholic Beverages
  • Included: Meals

Itinerary

Enjoy an authentic experience on the Sorrento Peninsula with a local family! Valentina and her family will welcome you into a charming garden in Meta di Sorrento, filled with citrus trees and Mediterranean plants. After a welcome glass of Prosecco and Neapolitan appetizers, you will prepare traditional dishes such as *gnocchi alla sorrentina*, eggplant parmigiana, and tiramisu. You will take part in every step of the class, learning the secrets of Neapolitan cuisine. Valentina will share family stories, traditions, and recipes with you. Afterwards, you will enjoy the dishes you prepared together with the other guests, accompanied by local wine, water, soft drinks, coffee, and Sorrento limoncello. The experience takes place in a typical garden just minutes from Sorrento, where you can also visit the family vegetable patch. In the event of bad weather, the class will be held in a cozy, air-conditioned indoor room. A free transfer service from Sorrento is available upon request and subject to availability. You can arrive via the Circumvesuviana train; you will be met upon arrival and escorted to the venue, which is just a minute away.

  1. Stop 1

Prosecco and traditional Neapolitan bites — You will be welcomed with a glass of Prosecco, accompanied by bruschetta and Caprese salad skewers. · Gnocchi alla sorrentina — Guided by a local chef, you will prepare traditional gnocchi alla sorrentina step by step, using potatoes, flour and plenty of love. · Eggplant Parmigiana — Guided by the chef, you will slice, bread, fry, assemble and enjoy a traditional eggplant parmigiana, preparing every step yourself. · Tiramisù — Finish the experience by preparing a classic tiramisù from scratch, served with a fantastic glass of limoncello.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Guests will be picked up at the agreed meeting point in Sorrento. The driver will be waiting at the exact location and will contact the lead traveler by phone or WhatsApp shortly before arrival. The pickup service is completely free of charge and subject to availability.

End point

  • Guests will be picked up at the agreed meeting point in Sorrento. The driver will be waiting at the exact location and will contact the lead traveler by phone or WhatsApp shortly before arrival. The pickup service is completely free of charge and subject to availability.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Leone
  • Tasso Suites & Spa
  • Hotel Sorrento City
  • Jacono
  • Hotel Savoia
  • Villa Oriana Relais
  • Hotel La Vue D'Or
  • Hotel Residence Le Terrazze
  • Sorrento Comfort Rooms
  • Hotel Regina
  • Romantic Relais Sorrento
  • Parsano Six Suites

and 179 more pickup points

The pickup service is completely free of charge and is provided by the host, subject to availability.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Specialized infant seats are available

Traveller ratings

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