Home Cooking in Testaccio: Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, Carbonara

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Home Cooking in Testaccio: Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, Carbonara

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 US$91.34  per guest
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Earliest available date: September 16, 2026
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
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Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
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Language
English, Italian
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Vegan, Vegetarian, Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly, Pet-friendly
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Discover Rome's culinary secrets with a local chef. Craft iconic pasta sauces: Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, and Carbonara, and savor them with local wines. A warm Roman experience awaits.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Guided by a passionate Roman chef, you’ll uncover the secrets of three iconic sauces—Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, and Carbonara—each representing a timeless story of Rome’s rich gastronomic past. Using only fresh, locally sourced ingredients, you'll master techniques passed down through generations.


After crafting your pasta dishes, enjoy a tasting session paired with specially selected local wines, followed by a traditional Roman dessert. We proudly offer vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free adaptations of all recipes, ensuring everyone can participate fully.


What makes this experience truly unique is the warm, authentic atmosphere—like being welcomed into a Roman home. You'll leave not just with a full belly, but with insider culinary knowledge, cherished memories, and exclusive recipes to recreate the magic at home.

Sample Menu

MAIN
3 Fresh Pasta Courses
Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana and Carbonara
DESSERT
Dessert

What You Get

Recipes PDF
Dessert
Hands on Cooking class Roman Pasta Dressings Carbonara, Cacio e Pepe and Amatriciana
Hotel pickup
Hotel drop-off

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with serious allergies to dogs and cats
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

This immersive culinary experience in the heart of Testaccio invites you to discover the authentic flavors of Roman cuisine. The true focus of the experience lies in creating three iconic Roman sauces—Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, and Carbonara. Each sauce tells a story of tradition, and you’ll learn the secrets behind their rich, timeless flavors. Once your culinary creations are complete, you'll enjoy a tasting of three pasta dishes paired with local wine, followed by a homemade dessert and Italian coffee. This hands-on experience offers not only delicious food but also an unforgettable journey into the heart of Roman home cooking and hospitality. Of course, we can adapt the menu for vegetarians and vegans using traditional Roman recipes. We are also happy to accommodate gluten-free options for those with celiac, ensuring everyone can enjoy the culinary experience. Take home the exclusive recipes of traditional Roman dishes you've crafted, so you can recreate the magic at home and share a taste of Italy with your loved ones.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Via Galvani 4, Via Galvani, Roma Città metropolitana di Roma Capitale Lazio, Italy, IT, 00153

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The meeting point is located at Via Galvani 4, Edificio C, Citofono 11. Please ring the buzzer for Citofono 11 at Edificio C to be let in.
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.

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4.8
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A wonderful experience!
September 02, 2026

Andrea was amazing. So sweet and patient. Unfortunately, his wife was in the hospital and unable to join us. But his dog and a seagull outside the window made for a fun group. We learned so much an...read more

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Wonderful! He shared the...
August 09, 2026

Wonderful! He shared the why behind every step. Food and conversation were fantastic and you get to put your pin in his map.

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Great homey experience.
July 28, 2026

Great experience. They accommodated our pescatarian needs. And it was just the 2 of us! Great food. Hope his wife feels better soon.

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Personnes tres...
June 25, 2026

Personnes tres gentillesse et attentionnées notamment avec les enfants. Des vraies choses apprises à refaire à la maison

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We were welcomed into the...
June 21, 2026

We were welcomed into the home of our guides to learn to make pasta and sauces. We got some great techniques on how to make the pasta that you only get from someone who has done it before. This m...read more

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