Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Como

Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star half v4
(170)
Photo of b8
Photo of 17
Photo of 16
Show all photos
Photo of 6f
Share
Photo of heartV2
Save
Photo of img box all
Show all photos
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
Reviews
Photo of exp duration
Duration
3 hours
Photo of exp guest
Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
Photo of exp language
Language
English, Italian
Photo of mobile ticket
Digital Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Join a local in Como for a hands-on cooking class. Master authentic Italian recipes and savor your creations with wine. Experience genuine hospitality with seasoned home cooks.

Photo of group 14
For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Immerse yourself in Italy's culture with this hands-on cooking class held in a local home and led by an expert Italian home cook. Learn the secrets of the most iconic Como dishes and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner with local wines included.


You'll have a fully equipped workstation with utensils and ingredients and your local host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Como recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert) handed down by generations of mammas and nonnas. After the class, sit down at the table with your Italian family and taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of local wines.


This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Seasonal starter
MAIN
Fresh Pasta
Sample Regional Pasta: Ravioli or Risotto or Gnocchi
DESSERT
Como dessert
Torta miascia or Cutizza pancake or Tiramisu or similar typical desserts

What You Get

Learn and taste 3 Italian recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert)
Alcoholic beverages
Water, local wines and Espresso
Hands-on cooking class

Good To Know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Immerse yourself in a shared cooking class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Como cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Como, Como Province of Como Lombardy, Italy, IT, 22100

Open in Google Maps
This experience will be held in a local's home. For privacy reasons, you will receive the full address of your Cesarina host after you have booked. We will contact you by e-mail after you've booked to match you up with your ideal host based on what you are looking for.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

Read more

What People Are Saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star half v4
(170)
Photo of avatar
Perfect evening
June 14, 2025
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
(Viator)

Veronica was the most amazing hostess, chef and coach! The food was amazing, the experience was fun and relaxing and the ability to see into her life and home gave us a taste of Italy typically not...read more

Photo of avatar
Simply the best!
June 08, 2025
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
(Viator)

This experience far surpassed my expectations! We had a wonderful time with Simona and her mother. They picked us up and dropped us off near our AirBNB, I can’t say enough about how great of an ex...read more

Photo of avatar
What an incredible...
June 04, 2025
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
(Viator)

What an incredible experience! Taking a cooking class in this lovely home in Como was truly a highlight of my trip. From the moment I arrived, the family was so welcoming and made me feel right at ...read more

Photo of avatar
Excellent and fun cooking class!
May 31, 2025
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
(Viator)

The hosts were very knowledgeable, friendly and taught very well. It was truly a FUN experience the host picked us up at our accommodations which really helped with us not knowing the area at all....read more

Photo of avatar
We recommend :)
May 30, 2025
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
(TripAdvisor)

Simona and Carolina are very nice guests that made this experience unforgettable! On top of that, the food we cooked was amazing!

Load more
from  $209.18 
Book Now
Please note that the time is in Central European Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
Photo of arrow button down
Book This Experience
Adult(1)
Photo of nav copy 3
Select Guest
Number of Guests
Adult
(9 - 99)
1
Child
(4 - 8)
0
Infant
(0 - 3)
0
Clear
Apply
Date
Select a Date
Photo of nav copy 3
Select a Date
Date
June
2025
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
1234567
891011121314
15161718192021
22232425262728
293012345
Package Options
Select a package option
Photo of nav copy 3
Select a package option
Select a package option
Time
Select Time
Photo of nav copy 3
Select Time
Time
Photo of instant
INSTANT CONFIRMATION
Photo of calendar mark
Available Tomorrow
from  $209.18  per guest
Book Now
Please note that the time is in Central European Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
Photo of arrow button down
Photo of group 14
For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
You may also be interested in these experiences
Photo of 15
Classes
COMO
Premium Pizza Making Class at a Pizzeria in Como

Immerse in Italian culture with our premium pizza class in Como. Learn traditional techniques, customize your pie, and savor it with wine or beer among friends. Perfect for food lovers!

from$119.15
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
(25)
Photo of heartV2
Photo of 5f
Classes
COMO
Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's Home in Castiglione delle Stiviere

Savor Italian cuisine in a private cooking class at Cesarina's home in Castiglione delle Stiviere. Learn regional recipes, enjoy hands-on cooking, and taste wines that perfectly pair.

from$184.45
Private Experience
Photo of heartV2
Photo of 67
Classes
COMO
Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Como

Join us in Como for a small-group cooking class! Master fresh pasta from scratch and iconic Tiramisu. Delight in Italian appetizers while learning from local chefs in a warm, friendly setting.

from$253.15
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star half v4
(188)
Photo of heartV2
Photo of 3c
Classes
COMO
Cesarine: Pizza & Tiramisu Feast in Como

Join a Como home cook to craft delicious pizza and tiramisu from scratch. Experience Italy's culinary warmth and indulge in your creations with fine local wines. Perfect for all ages!

from$215.46
Photo of heartV2