LEARN HOW TO MAKE

HANDMADE PASTA

Discover the secrets of authentic Bolognese fresh pasta.

Tagliatelle, Tortelloni, ragù.

In Paola's kitchen, just like it's been done for generations

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Fresh Pasta · Bolognese Tradition · Tortelloni & Tagliatelle · Ragù · Guests from All Over the World ·

Paola has been rolling out pasta dough by hand since she was a girl, as has been done in Bologna for generations: with a rolling pin, on a wooden board, without rushing. In 2018, she opened her home to those who truly wanted to learn, and since then, she has cooked with over 500 guests from more than 30 countries. There's no school with desks and uniforms here: there's a family kitchen, an apron that becomes yours, and a table where, in the end, everyone sits down together to eat what we made with our own hands.

In Paola's home, the Bolognese sfoglina

Corso di pasta fresca a mano nella cucina di Paola

1 · Select the date

Open the calendar, choose an available day and how many people you are.

2 · Book and pay

Confirm in one minute, secure payment, immediate confirmation via email.

3 · Come and cook

I'll be waiting for you at my place: apron and all the necessary items included. ~2 hours.

500+ guests welcomed

10 max per class

30+ countries worldwide

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Warren Adieyesterday

What a fantastic experience to learn how to make homemade pasta and tortelonni from scratch. Paola has a lovely home and a huge amount of knowledge. We went with a kids 8, 12 and 14... A fantastic experience for all ages.. definitely recommend!

Anthony Boysa week ago

What a wonderful experience with Paola! Warm, patient and welcoming, a terrific teacher and hospitable. Wonderful advice and company; a great experience, food and skills to take home! Thank you, I would highly recommend.

Susan Wojciechowskia week ago

We went to Paola’s pasta class. It was fun and informative. Paola is very professional and nice. We had a great time!

Emily Hood2 weeks ago

An absolutely amazing experience! Highly recommend booking

Christine Bodi2 weeks ago

Fabulous culinary experience, immersed in this hands on pasta making tagliatelle a specialty , simple , tasty , well taught and easy ,,, 5 stars to Paola for her kindness, exchange of stories , and great kitchen !

Andrea Ghizzani3 weeks ago

Paola è super accogliente, gentilissima e l'esperienza è stata coinvolgente e divertente. Alla prossima :)

Donatello Bevilacqua3 weeks ago

Esperienza di team building di lavoro piacevolissima, con Paola che ci ha accolti e insegnato con naturalezza e spontaneità, come se ci conoscessimo da una vita! Mi sono sentito a mio agio come in poche altre occasioni, e ne esco con una gran voglia di preparare tortellini nel weekend!

Francesca Lopa3 weeks ago

Paola è semplicemente eccezionale.
Brava, professionale, accogliente, empatica.
È stata un'esperienza meravigliosa. Con il team abbiamo fatto tortellini e tenerina super!!!

sue felton3 weeks ago

Recently we chose to do a cooking class in Paola’s Kitchen. We were so pleased that we did! Paola is a generous and charming host who taught us some delicious traditional dishes, which we greatly enjoyed afterwards. Highly recommend this unique experience.

J Shima month ago

It was a wonderful experience in Bologna! My wife and I wanted to learn how to cook authentic Bolognese dishes, and this class was a perfect fit for us. We had such a great time and learned a lot. A big thank you to Paola for the wonderful class! I would definitely take her class again if I visit Bologna in the future.

Madison Salzla month ago

Highlight of our trip! Was so fun learning how to make a traditional pasta dish. Paola was a great teacher and was very helpful. Highly recommend booking!

Michael Cosmellia month ago

A beautiful and amazing experience with the lovely Paola. Highly recommend the wonderful experience.

Katrina Debbinka month ago

The cooking class was one of the highlights of my trip. Paola is an excellent teacher even for beginners and extremely gracious host. Was so fun to eat the pasta we made during the class. Highly recommend booking with Paola!

Soo Youn Parka month ago

It was such a meaningful and joyful experience. Paola is a wonderful teacher. I can’t wait to try it out when I get home. Thank you!

Bettina Zagnolia month ago

Un corso fantastico! Paola è l'insegnante paziente e accurata. La sua casa, elegante ed accogliente, è il posto perfetto per imparare la vera cucina bolognese. Avevo portato una coppia di amiche di Dubai e Paola ha spiegato tutto in un inglese perfetto. Siamo uscite tutte con la voglia di tornare non appena ci saranno altri corsi. Grazie grazie grazie

500+
Guests welcomed
30+
Countries
2018
Since
Safety & Certifications

Authentic, and fully certified

A home kitchen doesn't mean cutting corners: restaurant-level care, inside the warmth of a real home.

🛡️ HACCP certified✅ Food safety🏅 Quality assured🏠 Registered home kitchen🌍 International guests welcome🌿 Allergies & intolerances ok
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Small groups, few dates a month

129€PER PERSON · ALL INCLUDED

Welcome aperitivo · fresh pasta by hand (tagliatelle & tortelloni) · traditional tiramisù · 1–2 glasses of wine · the recipe to take home · apron & everything provided.

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Instant confirmation · free cancellation up to 24h before · vegan/veg/gluten-free on request · ~2 hours · max 10 seats
Fresh pasta class in BolognaHandmade fresh pastaTortelloni by handHandmade tagliatelleAt the table togetherSfoglia rolled by hand
Before you book

Frequently asked questions

How long is it and what's included?

About 2 hours. Included: welcome aperitivo, fresh pasta, tiramisù, 1–2 glasses of wine and the recipe to take home.

I have intolerances or I'm vegetarian/vegan?

No problem: tell me when you book and I'll prepare a tailored menu.

Can I come as a couple or a group?

Of course. We cook in small groups, max 10 people. For private groups or companies, write me and we'll arrange a dedicated session.

What language is it in?

Italian and English, so you feel at home wherever you're from.

Is it a registered kitchen?

Yes: a registered home kitchen, HACCP certified.

“My kitchen isn't a course, it's an experience: you learn by doing, you laugh, you taste, and then you sit at the table with the others the way it's been done for generations.”
— Paola, Bolognese sfoglina since 2018

Learn to make fresh pasta

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€129 per person · max 10 seats
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