Hands-On Pasta Making Cooking Class

San Martino di Venezze, Veneto

Hands-On Pasta Making Cooking Class

4 hours • 16+ years old • Meal and wine included!

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Date

Tue, Oct 7

Travelers

2

About This Adventure

Immerse yourself in a delightful one-day cooking class in the picturesque Veneto region. Learn to craft authentic Italian pasta like ravioli and gnocchi, using seasonal ingredients. Enjoy an aperitivo with your creations, paired with fine local wines, and unwind in the beautiful villa surroundings after your culinary adventure.

Duration

4 hours

About

If you are spending your holiday in Venice or another city of art in the Veneto region, the best option is to choose a one-day cooking class, which always includes a meal with wine after the lesson.

You can discover step-by-step how to make a satisfying, typical Italian meal, including the art of making pasta fresca. You'll learn to create pasta such as ravioli, tagliatelle, and gnocchi in this fun, hands-on adventure.

Recipes vary according to the season, utilizing only the freshest ingredients available and providing a profoundly individual Italian experience. The best part is the conclusion: indulging in the success of your creations.

##Program

10.00 am: Arrival at Villa Castel Venezze from Venice Piazzale Roma or by Train

10.30 am: Hands-on Cooking Lesson

Our kitchen staff will share their techniques and traditional recipes, passed down through generations, encompassing a variety of dishes, including typical appetizers, pasta, tagliatelle, tortellini, meat courses, side dishes, vegetables, and cakes.

12.00 pm: Aperitivo in the kitchen

At about noon, we have an "aperitivo" together, with the appetizers we have cooked together and a glass of good "Prosecco DOCG".

01.15 pm: Tutti a tavola

At the end of the lesson, we enjoy together our creation "a tavola", tasting some other noble wines from Veneto.

Free time in the afternoon to enjoy the park and the villa's swimming pool before returning to Venice.

Included

• Tagliatelle al Ragù or Gnocchi di Patate or Ravioli/Tortelli. • Tiramisù or Chocolate & Cream Bignè • Prosecco DOCG and other wines of the Veneto region

How to get to Villa Castel Venezze

Our Tenuta is located in the Venetian countryside. If you don't have a vehicle, we can arrange a taxi for you to pick you up from Piazzale Roma in Venice. The cost of this service is approximately €90 one way.

Alternatively, you may get a train from Venice Santa Lucia’s train station to Rovigo (the nearest city to us). The price of a single ticket is €7.80 per person, and there is a train every hour.

Suggested train below. Please double-check the timetable:

• Venice departure: 08:40 • Rovigo arrival: 09:47

Our staff can arrange your pick-up at the nearby train station in Rovigo; the taxi ride costs €30.

Important to Know

The minimum number of participants is two, up to a maximum of eight.

For larger groups, please send us an email.

Adventure Tips

Bring an apron and comfortable shoes

Wear something that can get a little flour-streaked and be comfortable during hands-on activities.

Arrive early for the best experience

Getting there ahead of time ensures you find a good spot and settle in smoothly.

Sample local wines responsibly

Enjoy regional wines during your aperitivo, but drink in moderation to fully appreciate the flavors.

Stay hydrated in the warm season

Bring a water bottle and stay refreshed during the day, especially in summer.

Local Insights

Wildlife

European goldfinch
Italian red fox

History

Veneto has a deep-rooted culinary tradition that dates back centuries, reflecting influences from neighboring regions and historic trade routes.

Conservation

Efforts in Veneto focus on preserving traditional farming methods and supporting local producers to sustain the region’s culinary legacy.

Culinary Adventure & Pasta Class in Veneto | Maria's Cookery

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