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15 Milan Cooking Classes Worth the Apron

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Fresh pasta, tiramisu and the odd pizza, usually in a home kitchen with wine on the table. These 15 classes are compared on price, group size and how much of the cooking you do yourself.

The Secrets to Learn Fresh Pasta and Tiramisù in a Glam Home - Ravioli with a special filling
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The Secrets to Learn Fresh Pasta and Tiramisù in a Glam Home

1.The Secrets to Learn Fresh Pasta and Tiramisù in a Glam Home

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,182 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

In an elegant Milan residence, learn to make fresh tagliatelle, ravioli, and tiramisù in a three-hour class led by an English-speaking instructor. Teachers include Laura, Paolo, Federico, and others; Grandma Bruna may teach, but cannot be guaranteed. Finish with the food you make, wine, and homemade limoncello.

“The cooking class was one of the highlights of our tip to Milan so far. The four dishes we made from scratch were excellent in taste and texture. The hospitality was wonderful. Marco is an excellent host, chef and teacher. We learned some cool, grandmother- approved cooking techniques that we’ve never seen before but will definitely start using. This class is highly recommended. Book it now!”

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Milan: Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine - Learning what makes pasta fresh
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Milan: Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine

2.Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,106 reviews · 3 hours · from $61Best value

Spend three hours in a popular Milan restaurant learning to make pasta dough and tiramisu with an English-speaking chef. You’ll get a welcome glass of Prosecco, prepare the dishes at your workstation, then sit down to eat with wine. Hosts named Mimo and Damiano have led classes, though the instructor may vary.

“Really enjoyable. I gave up trying to make pasta years ago. Now thanks to Mimo I will try again. Really good fun and meeting people.”

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Gnocchi, Pasta, Tiramisù and Wine Class - Work the pasta dough into ravioli
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Gnocchi, Pasta, Tiramisù and Wine Class

3.Gnocchi, Pasta, Tiramisù and Wine Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 691 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

At this roughly three-hour class near central Milan, a chef guides you through homemade tiramisù, fresh pasta and ravioli, then gnocchi with truffle sauce. You cook, eat, and taste Italian red and white wines with a group of up to 20. Instructors named by past participants include Francesco and Denisse.

“Take this class! It was really fun and the pasta we made was absolutely delicious. When we come back to Milan one day I would take it again!”

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Milan: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine - Tiramisu, made before dessert
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Milan: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine

4.Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 660 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

Spend about three hours in a central Milan restaurant learning to make pasta dough, fresh noodles, ravioli and tiramisu. In a group capped at 12, you work through each recipe with an English-speaking instructor, then sit down to eat pasta and dessert with wine or soft drinks. Instructors have included Francesco, Mimmo, Memmo and Alba.

“Great experience, totally worth it. Chef was friendly and we learned some useful tricks. Food turned out fantastic. I would highly recommend!”

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Milan Cooking Class: Authentic Pizza & Gelato Making - Wine, Dinner, and a Recipe Booklet
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Milan Cooking Class: Authentic Pizza & Gelato Making

5.Milan Cooking Class: Authentic Pizza & Gelato Making

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 582 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

At Towns of Italy’s cooking school above Mercato Centrale, a chef guides you through making pizza and gelato, including a hand-formed cone. Past instructors include Matteo, Alfredo, Fabrizio, Diego, and David, but your chef may vary. Expect about three hours of hands-on cooking, wine, and dinner. A pasta and gelato option is available at checkout.

“A great family experience! Matteo was a fantastic instructor! We all made our own custom pizzas and waffle cones for gelato! A must do!”

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Milan: Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine - Learn pasta by making it, not just watching
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Milan: Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine

6.Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 509 reviews · 3 hours · from $80

At Chef and the City in Milan, cook three Italian dishes with a chef such as Ilaria, sometimes joined by Fernando or another instructor. Make fresh pasta and learn practical techniques, then sit down with your group to eat what you have prepared and drink wine. The menu varies, and you take home the recipes.

“My husband and I had been wanting to take a cooking class in Italy for a couple of years now. We finally decided to do and we picked the perfect Chef! She was very knowledgeable and passionate about cooking, and we learned a ton from her. We had so much fun! Thank you for helping us check another bucket list item.”

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Milan Culinary Experience: Pasta & Gelato or Tiramisù Class - Lunch brings the group together
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Milan Culinary Experience: Pasta & Gelato or Tiramisù Class

7.Milan Culinary Experience: Pasta & Gelato or Tiramisù Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $85

At Towns of Italy’s cooking school above Mercato Centrale, you’ll make ravioli and tagliatelle with seasonal sauces, then watch a chef demonstrate gelato. The three-hour, English-language class starts at 11 am and includes lunch, wine, recipes, and a certificate. Instructors have included Matteo, Fabrizio, and Alfredo; the dessert changes to tiramisù from March 1, 2026.

“This was such a great lunch treat! There only turned out to be 9 of us so we made 3 different types of pasta with two sauces, plus gelato. I’ve made pasta before but his tips and tricks for getting it perfect were invaluable! Can’t wait to host my own pasta party with family at home to show them what we learned!!”

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Milan: Traditional Pasta and Tiramisù Masterclass - The teamwork behind the meal
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Milan: Traditional Pasta and Tiramisù Masterclass

8.Traditional Pasta and Tiramisù Masterclass

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 307 reviews · 3 hours · from $93

Spend about three hours cooking pasta and tiramisù with an English-speaking Pasta Maestro in central Milan. You’ll work together on a meal, then sit down to eat it with local wine. Hosts have included Pietro, Vincenzo, and Luisa. Recipes are included, and dietary needs can be raised in advance.

“We had the BEST time in this cooking class! Pietro made us feel welcomed and taught us so much - a book of knowledge. It was so hands on and we all got to work together making pasta and tiramisu. What a treat! Would highly recommend and will definitely be back for another class in future. Thank you do very much Pietro!!”

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Small Group Cozy Cooking Class in a Typical Milanese Home - Aperitivo first, then aprons on
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Small Group Cozy Cooking Class in a Typical Milanese Home.

9.Small Group Cozy Cooking Class in a Typical Milanese Home.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

Spend about three hours cooking in a typical Milanese home with Chiara, who guides you through fresh tagliatelle and classic tiramisù. Start with an Italian aperitivo and wine, then eat the dishes you make. The class is offered in English, takes place near public transportation, and is described as a private activity for your group.

“Chiara was very welcoming and personable. We loved that this class took place in her charming home — a special and unique experience. The food was incredible and we will be making it again at home!”

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Milan: Pasta, Ravioli, and Gelato Class in a Glamorous Home - Aprons on, dough on the table
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Milan: Pasta, Ravioli, and Gelato Class in a Glamorous Home

10.Pasta, Ravioli, and Gelato Class in a Glamorous Home

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 268 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

In a historic Milanese home near the Coni Zugna metro stop, you’ll make fresh tagliatelle and ravioli, then prepare a dessert that may be tiramisu or gelato, depending on your class. Instructors such as Bruna, Laura, Marco and Federico teach in English, with a shared meal, organic wine and homemade limoncello to finish.

“A fantastic evening which me and my 10 year old daughter thoroughly enjoyed. Katarina was a brilliant host. We can't wait to start recreating the recipes at home. Thank you for giving us special memories for our visit to Milan!”

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Milan: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Premium Products - Tasting oils, vinegar, and bread
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Milan: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Premium Products

11.Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Premium Products

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 255 reviews · 3 hours · from $80

In a private Milan home, chef Rafael leads a small English-language class in fresh pasta, tomato and Parmesan sauces, and tiramisu. You’ll taste olive oils and balsamic vinegars with artisan bread, then sit down to eat what you made with Italian wine. The class lasts about three hours and is limited to eight people.

“Rafael was an excellent host and made us feel at home. We were pleasantly surprised at the intimate setting in Rafael’s home as we were expecting a more commercial experience. We had some terrific wine, two kinds of pasta, and tiramisu, all made by us with Rafael’s guidance. Thanks again for the wonderful and memorable evening for my family.”

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Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Como - What the small group means for your class
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Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Como

12.Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Como

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $229

Spend about three hours cooking in a local home in Como with a Cesarine host. You’ll make fresh pasta and tiramisù, hear about Lombardy’s food traditions, and share an aperitivo before sitting down to eat. Hosts vary, with past classes led by cooks including Anna, Sara, Margherita, Monica, and Lidia.

“We had an amazing private class with Beatrice. It was located in her home. Very homey, welcoming and cute. We loved her personality and the patience she had to teach. You can see the passion she has for cooking. We cooked the pasta we made and had the tiramisu for dessert. Oh, fantastic wine and appetizers as well!! We couldn’t have asked for a better cooking class. And it was our first cooking class ever. Thank you for much Bea!!”

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Milan: Fresh Pasta and Tiramisù Class in A Historical Home - Tiramisù first, then the meal
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Milan: Fresh Pasta and Tiramisù Class in A Historical Home

13.Fresh Pasta and Tiramisù Class in A Historical Home

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 195 reviews · from $84

At Via Dezza 47, join a three-hour English-language class in a family home filled with antique furnishings and paintings. Make tagliatelle, ravioli, and tiramisù, then sit down to eat with wine or a soft drink and homemade limoncello. The instructor may be a member of the family, including Caterina or Federico, and recipes are sent by email.

“Frederico was very good at getting us to interact with one another and break the ice. it felt like a very collective activity.”

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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna - Tiramisu closes the meal
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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna

14.Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $180

Spend about three hours in a local home in Varenna, making pasta and tiramisu with a Cesarine host. Start with an aperitivo, then cook and eat together. Hosts have included Patrizia, Luca, and Monica, and some homes offer garden or balcony views over Lake Como. The group is capped at 12.

“Enjoyed this class very much. Monica was a great instructor and gave us confidence that we can make these delicious recipes back home. They were all yummy and we liked hearing about the regional specialties. Held in a beautiful setting and enjoyed the social aspect.”

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3-Recipe Italian Cooking Class in Como – Cesarine Best NYT Hosts - From cooking lesson to shared supper
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3-Recipe Italian Cooking Class in Como – Cesarine Best NYT Hosts

15.3-Recipe Italian Cooking Class in Como – Cesarine Best NYT Hosts

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $107

Spend about three hours cooking and dining in a local home in Como with a Cesarina host. Make three dishes, often fresh pasta and tiramisù, and learn family techniques while sharing a meal with Lombardy wines. Hosts vary: past classes have included Anna, Sara, Veronica, Morena, Simona and Carolina. The class is in English, with a maximum of 15 participants.

“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 experience we had! Thank you!😊”

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