Booking Policy, Privacy & Cookie Policy
This page covers booking terms for our cooking classes and wine tastings in Como, plus how we handle personal data and cookies.
Booking policy (2026)
- Minimum age: 16+ years.
- Group size: 2 to 12 guests.
- Pets: not allowed.
Bookings and payment
Advance booking is required. Send a request via the website or email. We confirm availability and send bank transfer details. A booking is confirmed only once payment is received.
Cancellations and refunds
- Up to 3 days before: 50% refund.
- Less than 3 days before or no-show: no refund.
- If the organiser cancels: full refund or an alternative date.
Changes
Requests to change date or number of participants must be communicated at least 3 days in advance and are subject to availability.
Allergies and intolerances
It is your responsibility to inform us of any allergies or intolerances when you book. We take care, but complete absence of cross-contamination cannot be guaranteed.
Late arrival
If delays exceed 20 minutes, the experience will begin without the possibility of rescheduling or refund.
How to get there
Our location is in Como, Northern Italy (Lombardy), around 50 km from Milan and close to the Swiss border. You can arrive by train, car or boat.
By train
Como Borghi is the closest station (about 500 m). Como San Giovanni is the main station; from there you can take bus line 5 from the station square (ASF Autolinee) or walk in under 30 minutes. Useful timetables: Trenord, Trenitalia, SBB.
By car
From Milan, take the A9 motorway towards Como/Chiasso and exit at Como Centro. Paid parking is available in Como (for example Autosilo Comunale, Autosilo Valduce, Como Central Parking, and paid street parking).
By boat
You can reach Como by public ferry from towns around Lake Como. Useful links: Navigazione Lago di Como, Lake Como Tourism.
Privacy and cookies
1. Data controller
The data controller is Mani in Pasta Lake Como, Via Teresa Ciceri 10A, 22100 Como, Italy. You can contact us at info@maniinpastalakecomo.com.
2. What data we collect
We collect and process the following types of data:
- Contact details you provide (name, email address, phone number).
- Information about your booking (chosen experience, number of guests, dates, dietary needs, age group of participants).
- Any other information you decide to include in your message.
3. Why we process your data
We use your personal data to:
- Reply to your enquiries and booking requests.
- Organise and manage your cooking class or tasting.
- Comply with legal obligations, where applicable.
We do not sell your data and we only use it for direct communication related to your booking or enquiry. Any newsletter or marketing email will only be sent with your explicit consent.
4. How long we keep your data
We keep your messages and booking details for as long as necessary to manage your experience and to comply with local legal requirements (for example, accounting records). Afterwards data may be archived or deleted in a secure way.
5. Cookies and website analytics
This website may use technical cookies that are necessary for basic navigation. If we decide to use analytics or third-party services in the future, we will update this page and, where required, ask for your consent before non-essential cookies are stored.
6. Sharing of data
We may share your data only with trusted service providers who help us manage bookings, emails or hosting, and only to the extent necessary to provide the service. These providers are required to protect your data.
7. Your rights
Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to access, correct, delete or restrict the use of your personal data. You can also object to certain processing activities. To exercise your rights, contact us at info@maniinpastalakecomo.com.
8. Updates to this policy
We may update this Privacy & Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version is always available on this page.
If you have any questions about how we handle your personal data, please contact us by email.