Roman Countryside Tour: Private Chef and Villa Experience

Embark on a full-day Tivoli day trip and experience the enchanting Villa D’Este tour and a Roman cuisine cooking class. Immerse yourself in the villas and food of the Roman Emperors and live like an Emperor for a day!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Tivoli - Retreat to the Roman Countryside for an Authentic Local Experience
    Escape the hustle and bustle and uncover a genuine piece of Italy in the picturesque hills of Tivoli.
    This isn’t your ordinary day trip—it’s a personal journey into the essence of Roman culinary heritage, set in a tranquil farmhouse surrounded by olive groves. Guided by a…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Villa D’ Este Tickets
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Meal Options
  • Burrata - Burrata cheese paired with a selection of oilve oils
  • Four (4) Mini Local Farm to Table appetizers
  • Fettucine Amatriciana or Fettucine Tomato and Lemon Zest - Fresh pasta with a meat Roman sauce or a summery tomato sauce
  • Fresh Ravioli - Fresh Ravioli with cream sauce
  • Dessert
Additional Information

This isn’t your ordinary day trip—it’s a unique, intimate experience in the heart of Italy, set in a tranquil farmhouse surrounded by olive groves. Guided by a local chef, participants will spend the day immersed in nature, delicious cuisine, and warm hospitality.
More than just a class, it’s a rare chance to cook, dine, and connect in an authentic…

Cancellation Policy

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

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Michael_k
Jul 10, 2025
Wonderful Experience in a Farmhouse - Davide and his wife were wonderful hosts. The class is in their farmhouse in Tivoli and the food and wine were excellent. Their instruction in pasta making was perfect and even better was their ability to talk about the history, culture, food and wine of the region. Great experience!
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Christopher_r
Jul 1, 2025
Highlight of our time around Rome! - Our visit with David and Elena was one of the highlights of our entire time in and around Rome! It was a very professional and fun experience from start to finish, and delicious to boot. David is a local with over a decade of professional cooking experience and Elena was fantastic.Highly recommend to get away from the normal touristy sights in Rome and get a little more authentic experience!
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David_d
Jun 29, 2025
Wondeful cooking class in the hills of Tivoli - If you only had one thing to do while visiting Rome, this would be it! What a wonderful day we had - getting picked up by Fabrizio in his sharp Mercedes van at our Rome hotel, then we were greeted by Elena who got us started on a tour of the beautiful Villa d’Este for about 2 hours. The gardens and fountains were so peaceful. Chef Davide then picked us up at the Villa and we took a short drive in his classic 1964 Fiat to their wonderful farmhouse. We enjoyed a brief tour, met the adorable dogs and some farm animals and got started into our class. Both Chef Davide and Elena (a trained sommelier) were so personable and made the cooking class so much fun. We enjoyed making ravioli and fettuccini, and then sat back and enjoyed a 7 course meal prepared by them and paired with local wines. It was so refreshing to see how they use local, fresh ingredients for their menus. Next time we are in Rome we will certainly return.
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Jordan_s
Jun 28, 2025
Say yes to this tour - Both Davide and Elena were more than gracious hosts. They are both so warm and friendly and were happy to share what they know with us. Bianca (the sheep) was a highlight along with Rho and Lucy (dogs). We didn’t get to meet the chickens personally but if the rest of the family is any indication, we’re sure they’re lovely as well. The home and surrounding area is beautiful beyond words and if heaven were a place on earth, it may just may be Tivoli.
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Skydive100
Jun 18, 2025
Family Cooking Experience! - My family and I have had the privilege and pleasure of doing several cooking experiences as we have traveled abroad, and this has hands down been the most incredible time we have had. If you are looking for an experience you and your family will remember for years, this is it. Davide and family made us feel like we were long lost relatives and we could have not have asked for a more fun, and unique way to spend time together with amazing food, friends, and family!
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Victoria_v
Jun 16, 2025
Fantastic experience - We loved our day with Davide and Elena. It was so much fun for both the adults and the kids. The food was outstanding. Highly recommend
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Jean_a
Jun 1, 2025
This will be your best experience in Italy!!! ❤️ - This was the most amazing part of our Italy trip! Chef Davide and Elena will give you a Michelin star experience in their beautifully charming home. The experience began as soon as their driver Fabrizio picked us up (such a nice gentleman), meeting Davide and Elena, learning the art of making pasta, the wines, small bites, the meal and dessert, and the explosion of flavors. Then you will get to spend time at the Tivoli gardens, which are beyond beautiful. On our way back to Rome Fabrizio took us to the waterfalls in Tivoli. What a way to end the day!! I will never forget this day. As a foodie and someone who is passionate about cooking and gardening, I highly recommend this experience.
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Mary_s
May 26, 2025
Perfect Day Trip from Rome - Fantastic day spent learning about regional foods and cooking. Lunch was phenomenal, property was a relaxing place to spend the morning with hosts Elena and Davide making you feel right at home. Then we spent the afternoon in Tivoli walking the gardens and enjoying the views. Perfect day trip to escape the crowds in Rome!
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Nancywynnem
May 26, 2025
Lovely Day in Lazio - I ordered this class directly from the Holy Pizza secure website and the transaction went smoothly and communication before, during, and after! What a well coordinated day learning to make pasta in the beautiful villa of Chef Davide! 6 farm to table gourmet courses, all with wine pairings. After multiple days fighting the crowds in Rome, this was a lovely and relaxing day enjoying great food and wine, with a pasta making course in the middle. The tour ended at Villa D'Este with the tour included. All of the transportation was included, to/from the hotel and the town of Tivoli with Villa D' Este. Thank you so much to Chef Davide and Elena for a wonderful addition to our visit to Italy!
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Lani_g
Apr 20, 2025
Ravioli, Pasta and Tiramisu - Oh Yes! - We loved every minute with Davide and Elena - from the professional hotel pick up and drive to Tivoli, to Davide arriving in an amazing '64 Fiat. An enchanting drive thru private lands to the most charming and artful, generational villa with dogs and chickens and views where we were to have our lesson! The instruction was bountiful but whimsical, we had a lot of laughs and the new tastes (pearl onion w/8 yo balsamic - whoa) were unforgettable! We received recipes for all we did and more. It was a wonderful day! Sincerely highly recommended!
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From $155
up to 8 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).