Authentic Hand Made Pasta Class in Livorno at La Fortezza Nuova

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About this activity

In the picturesque Venezia Nuova district of Livorno, a hands-on pasta-making class awaits inside the Fortezza Nuova, one of Livorno's two great 16th-century Medici fortresses. Here, you're not just making pasta you're stepping back in time, immersed in centuries of Italian history and culinary tradition. Led by Sarah, a fresh pasta expert with over 5,000 satisfied clients, this 2-hour experience guides you through making traditional pappardelle entirely by hand, just like Italian grandmothers have done for generations. Delight in tasting your creations, paired with two glasses of prosecco and wine. Families are welcomed, and kids can get creative with dinosaur-shaped cookie cutters. The fortress setting, overlooking a tranquil canal, adds to the authentic and timeless Italian atmosphere.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Italian, French
Operated by: Pasta Sarah

Ages: Children (3–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch

Itinerary

Join Sarah, a passionate fresh pasta expert with over 5,000 satisfied clients, for an authentic hands, on pasta making experience at La Fortezza Nuova, one of Livorno's most iconic and historic landmarks, in the heart of the Venezia Nuova district. In this 2-hours class, learn to make traditional pappardelle entirely by hand, no machines, just the old-fashioned way, exactly as Italian grandmothers have done for generations. Enjoy a tasting of your homemade pasta, along with 2 glasses of Prosecco, 2 glasses of wine and a limoncello. The pasta is served with a classic tomato and basil sauce, prepared prepared fresh from the local market every morning. Perfect for everyone, families with young children are very welcome. Kids will love using fun dinosaur-shaped cookie cutters to create their own pasta. The class takes place inside La Fortezza Nuova, a stunning 16th-century Renaissance fortress right in the heart of Livorno's most picturesque neighborhood. You'll enjoy the experience within the historic walls of the fortress itself, the most authentic setting.

Stop 1

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Get inside La Fortezza Nuova and the class takes place in the restaurant on the left side. Enter and you'll find me there. Most of the time I will be waiting outside for you.

End point

Get inside La Fortezza Nuova and the class takes place in the restaurant on the left side. Enter and you'll find me there. Most of the time I will be waiting outside for you.