Cooking class · Bellagio · Lake Como
Cooking Class from Bellagio – Hand-Rolled Pasta in Como
Bellagio is the pearl of the lake — and a beautiful base for a morning or afternoon of pasta. Our class is in central Como, an easy ferry or hydrofoil ride down the lake, where you knead, roll and eat what you make.
From Bellagio to our table in Como
Bellagio sits mid-lake, on the headland where the two branches fork, so reaching Como is part of the pleasure. The fast ferry or hydrofoil runs straight down the Como branch in about 45–55 minutes; the slow car ferry and steamer take roughly two hours but turn the journey into a scenic cruise past Villa Carlotta and the western shore. By car it is about 50 minutes along the lake road. From the Como ferry landing at Piazza Cavour we are a short, flat walk inland to Via Teresa Ciceri 10A, a few minutes from the Duomo. We taught in English and French as well as Italian, so language is never a barrier.
Make a day of it on the way
It is easy to pair the class with the best of Bellagio and the mid-lake before or after you sail down to Como:
- Wander the stepped lanes — Salita Serbelloni and its neighbours — for ceramics, silk and a coffee before the boat
- Walk the gardens of Villa Melzi along the water, or book a guided visit to the grounds of Villa Serbelloni
- Reach Punta Spartivento, the very tip of the promontory, where you can see both arms of the lake at once
- Land at Piazza Cavour in Como and stroll the lakefront and historic centre — the Duomo and the old walls — straight to our door
Travelling as a couple or on honeymoon? Bellagio's romance carries nicely into a pasta bench for two — see our cooking class for couples.
What you'll cook
Each guest kneads their own dough ball of flour and eggs; while it rests there is a spritz lesson — you build your own Aperol or Campari spritz and drink it as the aperitivo — then you hand-roll the sfoglia with the wooden rolling pin and shape your pasta. Everyone sits down to eat what they made, finishing with gelato dressed with a few drops of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP from Acetaia del Cristo. The method comes from Rina Poletti's Accademia della Sfoglia, where our resident chef trained; read more on our story. Choose your dish:
- Tagliatelle Masterclass – Fresh Tomato, our flagship
- Tagliatelle – Ragù Bolognese
- Ravioloni Verdi – Ricotta
- Farfalle e Garganelli – Ragù
Practical details
The class runs about three hours and costs 150 euro per person, with sessions of up to 12 guests; larger private groups are welcome on request. There is no upfront payment — just send a request and we confirm by email or WhatsApp. From Bellagio, aim for the fast ferry times that land you in Como an hour or so before your slot. Request your date or check the FAQ.
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Getting here from Bellagio
≈45–55 min by fast ferry · ~50 min by car Get directions ↗
A taste of the class
What our guests say
5.0 · 12 Google reviews
Wonderful experience with delicious foods and wines!
Cannot recommend this experience enough! Marco was very knowledgeable and explained every step of the process. Val was extremely helpful with translating and had perfect English. Between the appetizer, main course, and dessert everything was fantastic and one of the best meals I have ever had. We cannot thank Marco, Val, and their mother for the hospitality and unforgettable experience.
More than 5 stars for Val, Marco and Silvana, who welcomed us into their family home to teach us Italian homemade pasta techniques in such a friendly pleasurable way. They made it fun and you can't help but love this family! A perfect family team working together wanting to share their love of traditional Italian food cooked with joy. We loved every minute. Our favorite thing in Como — this authentic Italian family cooking class should be at the top of your list to do! Grazie mille!!!
My mom, sister, daughter, niece and I did the tagliatelle al ragù pasta making class with Mani in Pasta and had such a great time! Val, Marco and Silvana were wonderful teachers and hosts! They are a wealth of knowledge and are happy to share it with you. I would highly recommend this class for anyone interested in learning how to make delicious, authentic Italian pasta. Gelato at the end was a delicious treat.
We had fun and learned so much! They were so knowledgeable and treated us like family. Not to mention the food was delicious (and maybe I can try to recreate it again at home)! They provided insight into the history of Italian food culture that can only come from generations who live here.
Wonderful experience near the center of Como. The cooking class was very detailed, engaging, and enjoyable. I learned a lot and had a great time. Highly recommended!
I loved the experience! A fun and easy way to learn how to make pasta, the REAL pasta. The chef was super friendly and patient, I really enjoyed the environment she created. I definitely recommend this experience, worth the money and the time.
I had a wonderful experience at this cooking class! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming from the very beginning, and the instructor explained everything clearly and with great enthusiasm.
It's a fantastic and unforgettable experience! A warm place with good vibes and atmosphere! Fun and very professional team! If you visit Como, don't miss Mani in Pasta.
Fantastic cooking class! Clear instructions, great atmosphere, fresh ingredients, and delicious homemade pasta. Highly recommended!
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