Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome - Piazza Navona

Rione IV Campo Marzio, Rome



Make fresh Fettuccine Pasta and authentic Genovese Pesto from scratch in a small-group class in Piazza Navona. Enjoy a hands-on experience, then dine on the terrace with drinks included.

This small-group cooking class in Piazza Navona, Rome, teaches pesto and fresh fettuccine making, ideal for food enthusiasts seeking hands-on Italian culinary skills.

Highlights

  • Small-group class with a maximum of 6 participants for a personal experience
  • Prepare authentic Genovese pesto from scratch with a local chef
  • Create fresh fettuccine pasta by hand through step-by-step guidance
  • Dine on a terrace overlooking Piazza Navona’s fountains
  • Enjoy included bruschetta and a choice of wine or beer, plus coffee or limoncello

Description

Experience a unique cooking class focused on traditional Genovese pesto and fresh fettuccine pasta in Piazza Navona. With a small group capped at six people, the session offers a relaxed, personal atmosphere suited for immersive learning.

Guided by a local chef, you will make pesto using fresh ingredients and learn how to balance the vibrant flavors of this iconic Italian sauce. You will also create fresh fettuccine from scratch, mastering traditional techniques in a dedicated kitchen space within the restaurant.

After preparing your pasta and pesto, the restaurant kitchen cooks your dish. While waiting, enjoy the terrace overlooking Piazza Navona’s fountains with included bruschetta and your choice of wine or beer.

Your handmade pasta with freshly made pesto will then be served on the terrace. To finish the experience, adults can choose between coffee or limoncello.

Includes

  • Pesto and fettuccine making guided by local chefs
  • All ingredients and kitchen tools provided
  • Bruschetta appetizer
  • A glass of wine or small beer for adults; soda for children during the meal
  • Coffee or limoncello after the meal for adults

Excludes

  • Any additional food or drinks ordered at the restaurant must be paid separately

Important Information

  • Meet inside Ristorante Panzirone, located in Piazza Navona. Please arrive 10 minutes early and ask the waitstaff to direct you to the cooking class.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring comfortable clothing and an appetite. Book in advance to secure your spot, especially during weekends and peak seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will learn to make authentic Genovese pesto from scratch and fresh fettuccine pasta by hand with guidance from a local chef.
The class is held on a terrace overlooking the fountains in Piazza Navona, Rome.
Each class has a maximum of 6 participants to ensure a personalized experience.
Yes, the class includes bruschetta, wine or beer, and a choice of coffee or limoncello.
Yes, the class is designed for food enthusiasts of all skill levels, including beginners.
Yes, participants dine on the terrace and enjoy the dishes they prepare during the class.
You should check the website for current hours and availability as schedules may vary.
The class is best suited for small groups with up to 6 participants to maintain an intimate setting.
A local chef with expertise in traditional Genovese cooking leads the class.

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