Cooking class · Price guide · Como
How Much Does a Cooking Class in Como Cost?
A hands-on pasta class in Como typically costs around 120-180 euro per person. Ours is 150 euro pp for about three hours, in small groups of up to 12 guests, with no upfront payment.
The short answer: what you'll pay in Como
Prices for a hands-on pasta class in central Como usually fall between 120 and 180 euro per person, depending on group size, what you make and what's poured alongside it. At Mani in Pasta the price is 150 euro per person for a session of about three hours, in a small group of up to 12 guests. We're a short walk from the lakefront and the historic centre, on Via Teresa Ciceri, and there is no upfront payment: you send a request and we confirm by email or WhatsApp.
What's included at 150 euro
The figure isn't just for a lesson; it covers a full afternoon or evening with a meal at the end. For 150 euro per person you get:
- Your own panetto of flour and eggs to knead from scratch, one ball per guest.
- A spritz lesson while the dough rests: you build your own Aperol or Campari spritz and drink it as the aperitivo.
- Hand-rolling the sfoglia with the wooden matterello and shaping your own pasta, the method taught at Rina Poletti's Accademia della Sfoglia.
- The full sit-down meal of everything you cooked, finished with gelato dressed in Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP.
- English and French support throughout (Italian too), so nothing gets lost in translation.
Good value next to a restaurant dinner
Set against a sit-down dinner for two on the lake, where wine and a few courses climb quickly, the class lands in similar territory but gives you far more: a skill you keep, a drink you made, three unhurried hours and a meal you cooked yourself. It reads less like a ticket and more like an evening out with something to take home. Larger private groups are welcome on request, and a gift voucher covers the same experience for someone else.
What you'll cook
The 150 euro covers any of our four classes, each built on the same hand-rolled sfoglia: the flagship Tagliatelle with fresh tomato, Tagliatelle with ragù Bolognese, green Ravioloni with ricotta, or Farfalle and Garganelli with ragù.
Practical details
The price is fixed at 150 euro per person, sessions take up to 12 guests, and you pay nothing to reserve: tell us your date and numbers and we'll confirm by email or WhatsApp. Have a question about the cost or what's covered? The FAQ answers the common ones, and you can hold a date on the booking page.
You might also like
- Private cooking class in Como — your own group, on request.
- Group cooking class in Como — for friends, teams and celebrations.
- Gift voucher — the full experience as a present.
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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