Authentic Puglia Cooking Class in a Local Family Home Near Lecce

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Earliest Date Available: December 9, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Group size
Max 15 guests
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible
Language
English, Italian
Location
Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Group size
Max 15 guests
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible
Language
English, Italian

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 US$78.69  per guest
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Spend an evening in a real Italian home with Enza and her family in the countryside in Corigliano d'Otranto near Lecce. We begin with a traditional Italian aperitif, sharing homemade appetizers and prosecco while everyone gets to know each other. Then each guest prepares their own fresh pasta by hand using local ingredients and family recipes. Once the pasta is ready, we cook everything and sit around the table together to enjoy dinner with local wine, music and conversation. The evening ends with homemade dessert, our family limoncello, and a small memory of the experience.
Bottled water
Dinner
Alcoholic beverages
Prosecco - Wine - Limoncello
Tea and coffee
Coffee and/or Tea
Hotel pickup and drop-off
In a welcoming Salento family home near Lecce, you’ll experience an authentic Apulian cooking class and a relaxing dinner full of southern Italian charm. Located in Corigliano d’Otranto, just 15 minutes from Lecce, this hands-on pasta making class takes place in a cozy countryside Villa surrounded by olive trees. You’ll start with a small aperitif by the pool or near the fireplace, depending on the season. Then, guided by Enza and her family, you’ll learn to make traditional orecchiette and maccheroncini from scratch, using time-honored recipes passed down through generations. Dinner follows with local wine and typical dishes from Puglia, served in a warm, family atmosphere, on the veranda in summer or by the fire in winter. Vegan, vegetarian, and lactose-free options are available. Families and children are welcome. The experience ends with our homemade limoncello and the feeling of being part of a true Italian family. Join this Lecce cooking class for a genuine food and culture experience in Puglia.
STARTER
Homemade bread with friselle, olives, and garden vegetables
Mixed platter with local salami, cheeses, and seasonal delights Served with prosecco and a warm family welcome
MAIN
Handmade orecchiette with fresh tomato, basil, and extra virgin olive oil
Fresh pasta orecchiette made with durum wheat flour. The round and concave shape, perfect for the most varied condiments.
MAIN
Maccheroni with mussels and clams – a true taste of the Mediterranean
Maccheroncini topped with mussels and clams, with a Mediterranean flavour
MAIN
Macaroni with chickpea cream and toasted bread and walnut crumble
An old recipe from Enza’s grandmother, made with zero-kilometer ingredients grown in Mamma Lucetta’s garden.
DESSERT
jam tart
Classic jam tart, just like grandma used to make
DESSERT
Chocolate salami
a delicious sweet made with dark chocolate, soy milk, and crunchy wholemeal biscuits
DESSERT
Drinks
Reserve Local wines from Salento Prosecco, limoncello, coffee and/or tea Bottled water throughout the experience
Meeting Point

SS16, Lecce Provincia di Lecce Puglia, Italy, IT, 73100

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✅ WELCOME TO COOKING LOVE! Our class is held at our countryside home in CORIGLIANO D’OTRANTO – Via Galatina 161. Please come directly to this address. Google Maps : https ://maps.google.com/?q=40.160995.18.251827 We’re just 15 minutes from Lecce by car or taxi.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

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jenniferlY9537DNNovember 2026 • TripAdvisor
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Very pleasant evening

Very pleasant evening with very welcoming hosts!

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Navigate435966November 2026 • TripAdvisor
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Cooking Love was a Love

Fabulous evening at Cooking Love. Participants ranged from 6 years old to + 70 and everyone had a great time. Our hostess Enza was terrific - providing positive feedback to even the most inept of us. The meal was delicious, and conversation flowed freely. Would highly recommend.

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anitaoL2168MYOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor
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A very, very nice evening. We learned a lot and had very fun.

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X6478ELgabrielamOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor
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Just do it!

Enza and Antonio were amazing hosts. They opened their house to us with love, and shared special recipes and culture. We had the most special time learning how to make pasta with them, enjoying a great dinner, and getting to meet new people. An experience to remember forever!

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Michael_COctober 2026 • Viator
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Must Do!!!

Absolutely wonderful experience and would highly recommend to both families, couples and friends traveling together. Wonderful family home with great food and a very fun night that will not be forgotten. Outstanding and I would not miss the opportunity to experience this excursion!!!