At-home experience in the Como area:
the art of pasta at your place
Bring a customized experience directly to your home. Whether it is a hands-on class or a live cooking demo, I will take care of everything needed to make the day special.
- from 150€ per person
- free cancellation
- 2-8 people
- duration 3-4 hours
- English, Italian
- Como, Italy
Why choose this experience?
Opening the doors of your own home and sharing an authentic moment around the table is one of the most beautiful ways to experience Lake Como.
With this experience, you can surprise your guests with an original, engaging activity that is deeply tied to the Italian gastronomic tradition, without having to leave your home. If you are staying in a villa or a holiday home on Lake Como, this experience is also a great opportunity to make the most of the beauty and atmosphere of your location, turning it into the stage for a special moment to share with friends and family.
I want to guide you to discover my origins and the Italian tradition of fresh pasta, sharing techniques and gestures handed down over time. At the end, I will leave you the recipes and practical tips, so you can repeat the experience as many times as you like and bring a piece of authentic Italian tradition into your own kitchen.
Beatrice
Your personal chef.
Personalize your experience
Choose the format that best suits you:
You can also customize the menu to match your preferences or special requests, creating a truly personalized culinary experience. Please note that prices may vary depending on the menu selected and any specific requests.
How the class works
Please note that the flow of the experience may vary depending on the customization options selected.
The live cooking demo includes the preparation of one type of pasta made by the chef, such as ravioli or tortellini.
1 - Welcome and introduction
Get to know your chef while sipping a glass of wine or a non-alcoholic drink.
2 - Presentation of the menu
Discover the techniques and secrets of the recipes that will be served at the table.
3 - Preparation of handmade pasta
Watch the stages of pasta preparation: rolling and shaping, preparing the sauce or dressing, up to cooking and completing the dish.
4 - Final tasting
Enjoy lunch or dinner together with your guests, tasting the dishes included in the menu.
The cooking class includes the preparation of two types of handmade pasta, such as tagliatelle and ravioli. Alternative options combining pasta and risotto or pasta and gnocchi are also available.
1 - Welcome and introduction
Get to know your chef and discover the dishes you will be making.
2 - Presentation of the menu
Discover the techniques and secrets behind the recipes that will be served at the table.
3 - Creating the dough
Work the fresh ingredients to create the pasta base under the guidance of the Chef.
4 - Rolling and shaping the pasta
Make two traditional pasta shapes. Learn the chef's secrets for rolling out the dough and the techniques for sealing filled pasta.
5 - Final tasting
Enjoy lunch or dinner together with your guests, tasting the pasta made with your own hands and the other dishes included in the menu.
At the end of the service, the chef will handle the final cleanup of the kitchen and the spaces used during the lesson.
Tasting menu
Please note that the menu may vary depending on the customization options selected and any allergies or dietary requirements specified at the time of booking.
Starter
A typical dish from Northern Italy
Main Course
A dish featuring fresh stuffed pasta
Dessert
Homemade Tiramisù
Drinks
Coffee and local digestif served at the end of the meal
Water and wine at the client's discretion
Appetizer
Small appetizer with local cheeses and cured meats
First Courses
2 fresh pasta dishes made with your own hands
Dessert
Homemade Tiramisù
Drinks
Coffee and local digestif served at the end of the meal
Water and wine at the client's discretion
What is included
- Customizable experience
- Cooking class or demonstration
- Lunch or dinner tasting
- Professional chef in English or Italian
- Apron, ingredients, and equipment
- Recipes in digital format
- Final cleanup
Schedule and duration
The duration varies depending on the type of event. On average, a cooking class lasts about 3 hours, while a demonstration lasts about 2:30.
The chef will arrive 30 minutes before the start and will leave your home 30 minutes after.
The following times are scheduled:
- Morning: chef arrival at 10:00 AM, start at 10:30 AM
- Evening: chef arrival at 5:00 PM, start at 5:30 PM
Location
The experience will take place directly at your home, villa, or holiday house.
We work in Como and surrounding areas; contact us to find out if your location is covered by our service.
We will ask for photos and info about the location at the time of booking to ensure the event runs perfectly.
Booking, modification, and cancellation
Payment of half the price is required to secure the booking. Bookings must be made at least 48 hours prior to the experience.
Requests to change the date or the number of participants must be made at least 48 hours in advance and are subject to availability.
If you are not at home, unreachable by phone, or late by more than 30 minutes from the chef's scheduled arrival time, the event will be considered cancelled without notice.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time with a full refund.
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