Italian Cooking Class: Calestano's Culinary Charm

Join our Pasta Making Class in Calestano and discover the secrets of traditional Emilian cuisine. Learn to make homemade pasta and enjoy a delicious meal with wine pairing.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Via Giuseppe Mazzini, 54 - Escape the tourist crowds and explore Calestano, a serene medieval village nestled in the Parma hills, just 40 minutes from the city. Participate in our cozy and intimate cooking class (maximum 8 guests) in a genuine family home, hosted by Virginia and Mamma Nadia—with our delightful cats Cesare & Cindy welcoming you…
What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic beverages
Meal Options
  • Tasting - Tasting of typical Parma cured meats and two different vintages of Parmigiano Reggiano. All accompanied by a glass of local wine.
  • Fresh pasta made by you - It will be seasoned with a homemade sauce (the ingredients vary according to their seasonality).
  • tiramisu - Tiramisu prepared by me
Additional Information

Escape the hustle and bustle and explore Calestano, a delightful medieval village nestled in the hills near Parma. At this family home, participants can enjoy an engaging cooking class that is warm, personal, and authentically Italian.
Participants will create fresh ravioli and tagliatelle using seasonal, organic ingredients sourced from the garden….

Location
V.le Mentana, 140
Viale Mentana
THE EXPERIENCE TAKES PLACE IN CALESTANO, but if you don’t have a car to reach us, we offer a transfer service from the center of Parma. IMPORTANT: maximum delay 10 min. You will need to notify in advance if you require transportation from Parma.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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N6961fkdennisc
Jun 2, 2025
Fantastic culinary experience! - Virginia is absolutely delightful and so is her mother! Class was great and so informative. We had the best time, and so far it is the highlight of our trip. We were so exited we bought a pasta machine so it will be waiting when we get home! Could not be better experience! Dennis and Kathie
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W9188wzkarinb
May 31, 2025
A must-do cooking course - It was one of the highlights of our trip. Virginia and her mom were amazing hosts. It was such a fun evening learning how to make pasta, and meeting new people. Fantastic food, wonderful wine, beautiful village and spectacular views.
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Mark
May 22, 2025
Do it! - We loved this!! One of the highlights of our trip. Virginia and her mom are very knowledgeable, accommodating and kind. We did the truffle add-on and it was totally worth it. We had generous portions of truffle with the pastas that we made, and the food was delicious. We ate on their balcony and the view was incredible. 10/10
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535adriennes
Mar 23, 2025
Joyous and relaxing pasta education - Our family was finishing up our Italian adventure when we stopped by Virginia’s for our pasta making lesson. What a joy and an education. We thoroughly enjoyed the drive from Parma to the walk around the small town after. The only thing I would do differently is have this experience at the beginning of a visit so you can appreciate the many opportunities to enjoy pasta with a more enlightened perspective. Virginia even took some photos and videos of our family that helped us to stay focused on the experience. Looking forward to practicing the new skills at home.
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Dean_e
Jan 18, 2025
Cooking in Italy. Need I say more. - Was a great experience. Great little town and view from the kitchen and the whole night was just fantastic. Pasta making in Italy do I need to say more. :) book it.
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K7439gosilvias
Jan 13, 2025
Best experience in my life - Pasta Special was the best gift I’ve ever received! It offered a truly authentic experience that feels like home, and most importantly, it made us feel so welcomed. It’s rare to find people like Virginia, who open their home with such warmth and hospitality. If you’re ever in Parma, I highly recommend booking this experience. It’s your chance to create unforgettable memories while enjoying delicious food made with love. Don’t miss out!
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110italoc
Jan 13, 2025
Esperienza culinaria - Pasta Special is an unforgettable experience that feels like home. From the moment you step in, you’re greeted with warmth and genuine hospitality that make you feel truly welcomed. It's not every day that you meet someone like Virginia, who opens her door and shares her passion for food in such a personal and inviting way. If you're in Parma, this is a must-try experience. It’s the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories while savoring authentic, delicious pasta. Don’t miss it!
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Nicole_m
Jan 10, 2025
The Best Parma Experience - Truly the highlight of our Parma experience! I cannot rate this high enough! Virginia was able to pick us up in the city center and bring us to the beautiful place her and her mother reside. Virginia is a fantastic instructor and we were able to relax on her balcony and eat some of the best pasta we’ve ever had. The ingredients were so fresh, we literally watched Virginia’s mom pick basil off of a plant on her balcony for our meal. We felt so at ease and would recommend this to anyone traveling to Parma!
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Justindf7860sh
Jan 8, 2025
Wonderful teacher in a beautiful mountain town - Virginia did a superb job hosting our family and is a fun teacher! We really enjoyed our time in her home and would definitely recommend her class. The 45 min drive from Parma was also gorgeous and adds to the experience.
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888dorisj
May 9, 2025
Nice experience with some room for improvement. You just make the pasta yourself - Wonderful location. Private apartment with views, friendly hosts. Good experience with small enhancement options. You learn to make the pasta, the rest is prepared by the hosts and then served. You would have liked to have done more yourself or watched. The tomato sauce was delicious.
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From $93
up to 7 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).