Umbrian Cooking Class: Master Regional Recipes in Scenic Assisi
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5 Ratings
Capodacqua
Immerse yourself in the flavors of Umbrian cuisine with this small-group cooking class in Assisi. Learn traditional recipes and cooking techniques from Nonna Paola.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Via della Cannella, 2 - Immerse yourself in a culinary workshop where you’ll uncover the mysteries behind celebrated regional dishes, utilizing only the freshest organic and seasonal ingredients, including vegetables, premium extra virgin olive oil, and renowned local wines.

“The finest wine is found in the smallest cask,” so goes a well-known Italian adage. This perfectly encapsulates the essence of Umbria, a treasure trove of history, culture, and time-honored traditions nestled in the heart of Italy. The region is dotted with impeccably preserved medieval borghi, such as Assisi, Perugia, Gubbio, Spoleto, and Orvieto.

Your interactive culinary session will guide you through the creation of distinctive dishes that bring to life the rich, age-old tastes of Italian gastronomy. Under the guidance of an expert local chef, you’ll craft celebrated Umbrian specialties like tagliatelle, a handcrafted pasta, sure to dazzle your guests at your next Italian-themed dinner gathering back home.

Throughout the workshop, you’ll sample some of the region’s most exquisite wines, enhancing the enjoyable and convivial ambiance. Don’t let this unique and unforgettable experience pass you by.

What's Included
  • Local Wine Tasting
  • Complimentary Bottled Water
  • Recipes and Cooking Equipment Provided
  • Lunch Included
  • Hands-on Cooking Class
  • Assorted Beverages
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meal Options
  • Typical Italian menu
  • starter - Typical Umbrian starter
  • dessert
Additional Information

Engage in a personalized cooking session where you get to immerse yourself in a genuine Italian experience, savoring the tastes of local, traditional meal preparations while becoming an Italian culinary maestro for a day, all set against the enchanting backdrop of Assisi.

Sign up for this cooking tutorial to discover Grandma Paola’s guarded secrets behind her renowned dishes, cooked only with fresh, organic and in-season produce like vegetables, supreme quality olive oil, unique Umbrian truffles, and a host of other ingredients.

  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Location
Via della Cannella, 2
Via della Cannella
Cancellation Policy

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

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M1593fpmikeo
May 11, 2019
A fantastic experience - A wonderful experience for the three of us including our 9 year old daughter. This was a glimpse of the local cooking style and an small introduction into the local way of life. Highly recommend this personalized experience. Hosts were fantastic. The location is a little hard to find so make sure you know where you are going before you head off.
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Millparkhomeowners
Oct 26, 2017
The cooking class is actually at a... - <p>The cooking class is actually at a bed and breakfast inn called the Malvarina and the food was literally the best I’ve ever tasted. The cook is an old Nona with traditional, simple recipes that just cannot be compared. All fresh ingredients grown on their farm and such a lovely setting.</p>
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Christine
Sep 27, 2017
Our family of six had a wonderful... - <p>Our family of six had a wonderful time visiting and cooking with Anna Maria! She and her husband Roberto have a beautiful home with an amazing kitchen. Anna Maria taught us how to make perfect tagliatelle and delicious traditional umbrian ragu. She was full of information about the region and cooking techniques specific to umbrian. Our lunch was completed with local meats, cheese, wine, and baked goods. You couldn't ask for a better host or teacher! The drive and view are worth the effort too.</p>
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Emily
Nov 30, 2016
We had such wonderful time! I was... - <p>We had such wonderful time! I was hesitant to book this trip because of the lack of reviews, but I am so glad we did! We booked this class for Thanksgiving day, and it really was the perfect Thanksgiving-away-from-home activity. The class is held at the Malvarina Restaurant which I believe is also a bed and breakfast, a family-run business just outside Assisi. We took a cab from the Assisi train station, and it took about fifteen minutes to get there by taxi. The Malvarina is located up on a hill, and the gorgeous view of the countryside is absolutely unbelievable.</p> <p>Federico and his family were incredibly welcoming and had coffee and snacks waiting for us when we arrived. We then had a lot of fun learning to make a full multi-course Italian style meal my favorite part was learning to make the gnocchi!. Afterwards, we sat upstairs in the dining room and had a lovely lunch of all the food we had prepared. We never felt rushed, and afterwards our hosts even graciously showed us around a bit of the property. </p> <p>Thanks for a great time!</p> <p> Emily</p>
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Brian_s
Jun 28, 2019
Umbrian Regional and Traditional Cooking Class - Totally overpriced - poor value. The experience was welcoming (when we eventually found their home) however, the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the cooking was restricted to simply pasta making. Also our booking was supposed to be for lunch and was rescheduled without our agreement to the evening for dinner.
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