Hands-On Pasta in Bath: Make Tagliatelle, Tagliolini and Tortelli with Pasta Laboratory

Cook Your Creations is the Pasta Laboratory’s signature hands-on class in Bath, England, hosted in the convivial back rooms of The Richmond Arms (7 Richmond Pl, Bath BA1 5PZ). In roughly three and a half hours — about two hours of instruction and preparation plus time to eat — participants move from flour and egg to a steaming plate of tagliatelle, delicate tagliolini and Federico’s hand-crafted tortelli, accompanied by a welcome glass of prosecco. The work is tactile and immediate: you mix and knead, roll with a machine, and shape filled parcels until dough takes on the right elasticity. The session balances technique with flavor — Federico and his team teach how to judge dough hydration, roll uniform sheets and time cooking so pasta finishes al dente. All ingredients, equipment and sauces are supplied, and when the meal is ready you may either sit down in the laboratory to eat with wine from the bar or take your fresh pasta and sauces home. What makes this class unique in Bath is the blend of authentic Italian technique delivered inside a pub environment and the city's own character — the warm honey-colored Bath Stone facades and the nearby Roman Baths make for a memorable prelude or follow-up to an evening of cooking. This urban kitchen complements walks along Pulteney Bridge and the River Avon, and the compact centre means you can fit the class into a half-day of exploring. Practical details: the experience is aimed at guests aged 12 and up (under-16s must be accompanied by a paying adult); children under 12 are not permitted. The venue aims to be inclusive—contact the team in advance to discuss accessibility needs. Bookings are non-refundable but can be amended up to 28 days before the session; substitutions are allowed with notice. Why book it? For travelers who want to move beyond tasting and into making, this class delivers practical skills and an immediate payoff: a box of fresh pasta and a handful of techniques you can reproduce at home. It’s social, tactile and well suited to solo travelers, couples and small groups wanting a memorable evening. Arrive hungry for learning, bring any dietary restrictions in advance, and expect to leave with clean hands and a newfound confidence in simple pasta shapes. Federico’s class is run under the Pasta Laboratory brand and takes place at The Richmond Arms; it pairs well with a day exploring Bath’s Georgian crescents, the Royal Crescent and the Sally Lunn historic tearoom. Consider combining the class with a riverside stroll or an evening at a nearby theatre. Reservations fill quickly, especially on weekends and during summer; book early to secure a spot and bring comfortable shoes for standing during the hands-on portions too.