Adventure Brief
Discover authentic Italian cooking in Como with a hands-on cappelletti class led by expert chefs. Learn, taste, and enjoy stunning lake views—all in one memorable experience.
2–3 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover authentic Italian cooking in Como with a hands-on cappelletti class led by expert chefs. Learn, taste, and enjoy stunning lake views—all in one memorable experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required, just a willingness to participate
Wildlife
History
Como has a history dating back over 2,000 years, with a rich tradition of craftsmanship and commerce that influences its culinary arts today.
Conservation
Efforts focus on maintaining local markets and sourcing ingredients sustainably to preserve Como’s culinary and natural environments.
Wellness Como Srls
Discover authentic Italian cooking in Como with a hands-on cappelletti class led by expert chefs. Learn, taste, and enjoy stunning lake views—all in one memorable experience.
Wellness Como Srls is a culinary experiences company based in Como, Lombardia, offering hands‑on food and drink activities in the heart of the city. They specialize in guided cooking classes — including Pizza, Strozzapreti, Gnocchi, Cappelletti and Tagliatelle — hosted in an exclusive apartment overlooking Piazza Volta. Each class is led by a professional chef who teaches authentic Italian techniques and provides a practical, immersive lesson that culminates in tasting the dishes prepared together.
In addition to pasta and pizza workshops, Wellness Como Srls organizes curated tastings: Cheese Tasting featuring local and award‑winning varieties from Lake Como producers, Wine Tasting guided by a knowledgeable sommelier, and an Ice Cream Tasting led by an expert gelato master crafting seasonal flavors. A Private Chef service delivers bespoke menus and intimate dining in Como, while the Gastronomic and Market Tour combines a local market visit, regional specialties like the Nuvola dessert, flower selection, and a fresh pasta class with hands‑on instruction.
The team collaborates with local producers and market vendors to source seasonal ingredients, and sessions take place in a striking apartment overlooking Piazza Volta in Como. Guests receive hands‑on instruction, taste finished dishes, and learn regional stories and techniques that connect Lake Como culinary traditions with modern preparation. Ideal for couples, families, and small groups seeking culinary experiences.
Location
Como, Lombardia
Central Piazza Volta setting
Small Groups
Intimate settings
Personalized hands‑on classes
Local Cheese
Award‑winning varieties
From Lake Como producers
Experiences
11 experiences
Cooking classes, tastings, private chef
Check availability and book a date for cooking classes, cheese and wine tastings, gelato sessions, private chef dining, or the market tour in Como.
Arrive early to secure a good spot
Getting there a bit before the scheduled start helps ensure a relaxed experience and better seating.
Dress comfortably and bring an apron
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little flour on and an apron to stay clean.
Engage with the chef for tips
Ask questions and get personalized advice from your instructor to enhance your cooking skills.
Book in advance for busy periods
Popular classes fill quickly—reserve your spot early to secure this authentic experience.
Apron
Protect your clothes from flour and ingredients during the class.
Comfortable shoes
Wear shoes suitable for standing and moving around the kitchen.
Notebook and pen
Take notes of recipes and techniques to recreate at home.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the class.