Cooking class · Vegetarian · Como
Vegetarian Cooking Class in Como
Yes: five of our cooking classes in Como are vegetarian. Not a side option, the real menu: you make the dish with your own hands and eat it at the table. On the site they are the ones marked with a green V.
Which classes are vegetarian
- Tagliatelle Masterclass – Fresh Tomato: tagliatelle rolled by hand with the matterello, fresh cherry-tomato sauce. €150 per person.
- Gnocchi Masterclass – Fresh Tomato: hand-made potato gnocchi, fresh cherry-tomato sauce. €150 per person.
- Farfalle e Garganelli Masterclass – Fresh Tomato: two shapes from one sfoglia, fresh cherry-tomato sauce. €150 per person.
- Ravioloni Verdi Masterclass – Ricotta: green spinach sfoglia, ricotta filling, sealed by hand one by one. €150 per person.
- Risotto Masterclass – Saffron Milanese: risotto giallo alla milanese, saffron pistils steeped in vegetable broth. €130 per person.
The versions with ragù alla bolognese (€160) and the Luganega Risotto, the saffron risotto with luganega, the fresh pork sausage of Lombardy (€140), are the same classes with meat: when you book, you simply choose the menu you want.
What vegetarian means here
Vegetarian is the dish you cook and eat: no meat and no fish in the pasta, the filling, the sauce or the risotto. It is not vegan. Fresh pasta is made with eggs, the ravioloni are filled with ricotta, and the risotto is finished with butter and Parmigiano. If you avoid animal rennet (Parmigiano is made with it), write it in the booking notes so we know before you arrive.
The aperitivo, the wine and the dessert
Every class includes an aperitivo with cured meats and cheeses: vegetarians simply keep to the cheeses. At the table there is local wine, one bottle for every four guests. The dessert is the same for everyone and it is vegetarian: gelato with a few drops of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP, aged 25 years, from Acetaia del Cristo.
Good to know before you book
- About three hours, in sessions of up to 12 guests, minimum age 14.
- The class is held in English, French and Italian. No cooking experience needed.
- Via Teresa Ciceri 10A, Como: a short walk from the historic centre and the lake.
- You send a request with your date and we reply within 24 hours.
Coeliac or gluten-sensitive? Read our honest note on gluten first. Other dietary needs: tell us in the booking notes, or read the FAQ.
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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Book a vegetarian class from €130
Choose a menu with the green V, pick your date and send the request: no advance payment. We reply within 24 hours.
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