• Corigliano d’Otranto - Experience the warmth of a Salento family home near Lecce, where an authentic Apulian cooking class awaits, complete with a delightful dinner showcasing the charm of southern Italy.

Situated in Corigliano d’Otranto, a mere 15 minutes from Lecce, this interactive pasta-making class is held in a charming countryside villa, nestled among olive trees.

Begin with a light aperitif by the pool or near the fireplace, depending on the season. Under the guidance of Enza and her family, participants will learn to craft traditional orecchiette and maccheroncini from scratch, following cherished recipes handed down through generations.

The evening continues with a dinner featuring local wine and typical Puglian dishes, enjoyed in a cozy, family setting—on the veranda during summer or by the fire in winter.

Options for vegan, vegetarian, and lactose-free diets are available. Families and children are warmly welcomed.

Conclude the experience with homemade limoncello and the feeling of being embraced by a true Italian family. Join this Lecce cooking class for an authentic culinary and cultural journey in Puglia.

• Bottled water
• Dinner
• Alcoholic beverages
• Tea and coffee

• Homemade bread with friselle, olives, and garden vegetables - Mixed platter with local salami, cheeses, and seasonal delights
  Served with prosecco and a warm family welcome
• Handmade orecchiette with fresh tomato, basil, and extra virgin olive oil - Fresh pasta orecchiette made with durum wheat flour. The round and concave shape, perfect for the most varied condiments.
• Maccheroni with mussels and clams – a true taste of the Mediterranean - Maccheroncini topped with mussels and clams, with a Mediterranean flavour
• Macaroni with chickpea cream and toasted bread and walnut crumble - An old recipe from Enza’s grandmother, made with zero-kilometer ingredients grown in Mamma Lucetta’s garden.
• jam tart - Classic jam tart, just like grandma used to make
• Chocolate salami - a delicious sweet made with dark chocolate, soy milk, and crunchy wholemeal biscuits
• Drinks - Reserve Local wines from Salento
  Prosecco, limoncello, coffee and/or tea
  Bottled water throughout the experience

Join Enza and her family at their delightful villa in Corigliano d’Otranto, a scenic village just 15 minutes from Lecce. Experience the joy of a traditional Apulian cooking class, where you will learn to craft orecchiette and macaroni by hand, using local ingredients and time-honored family recipes. This engaging Puglia cooking adventure unfolds in a hospitable countryside home where simplicity and tradition blend seamlessly. Together, participants will prepare classic regional dishes with seasonal produce, handmade pasta, extra virgin olive oil, and vegetables from the garden. Enjoy a delectable array of Apulian dishes, from orecchiette with tomato and basil to maccheroni with seafood or chickpea cream and walnut crumble, all complemented by excellent local wines. The experience concludes with homemade limoncello, a sweet jam tart, and a touch of traditional Italian music, providing the perfect finale to an unforgettable Lecce cooking class that embodies the authentic flavors and warm spirit of southern Italy.

• Customers who have not reached the legal drinking age in Italy, i.e. 18, will not be served alcoholic beverages.
• musical instruments are made available to guests (Piano, guitar, Sax)
• Guests can use the private swimming pool
• people in wheelchairs are welcome and will be helped by us to accommodate themselves
• website: www.cookinglove.it

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