Private Pasta-Making Class and Winery Lunch Near Rome
Cook with a chef, taste volcanic wines, and feast in an old stone cellar at a Castelli Romani estate
Rome's pasta classes are everywhere, but do they come with rolling hills, farm-fresh ingredients, and wine poured by a sommelier? Skip the tourist-packed trattorias and head 40 minutes south to the oldest cellar in Castelli Romani. With your own station, expert guidance, and panoramic views, you'll craft traditional dishes and enjoy them over a long, wine-paired lunch. Gluten-free? Vegan? No problem. Your apron's waiting. Snag it before someone else does.
What You Get With This Tour
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Stand in the oldest cellar in Castelli Romani
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Private experience
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Expert English-speaking chef
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Resident sommelier and wine pairings
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Hands-on pasta-making class
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Traditional wine cookie preparation
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All tools and ingredients
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Seasonal lunch in the historic cellar
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Guide tips
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Transport from Rome
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at the estate on Via Frascati Colonna 35
Arrive at a historic family winery nestled in the Castelli Romani hills, about 40 minutes south of Rome. Your host welcomes you to the oldest cellar in the region, where volcanic soil and centuries of tradition set the scene. -
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Learn the craft in a live cooking demonstration
Watch your chef break down the techniques behind handmade pasta and ciambelline al vino, traditional wine cookies from an ancient family recipe. Seasonal ingredients, time-tested methods, and a relaxed outdoor setting make this the perfect warm-up before you cook. -
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Take your place at your own cooking station
Tie on your apron and step up to your dedicated station. With your chef guiding every step, you'll knead, roll, and shape fresh pasta from scratch and prepare the wine cookies that will close your meal. -
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Taste the estate's wines with the resident sommelier
Throughout the class, the estate's sommelier pours a curated selection of wines from the volcanic vineyards and explains the organic methods and native grape varieties behind each glass. -
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Sit down to lunch in the historic stone cellar
Gather with your group in the centuries-old dining room and enjoy the pasta and cookies you made, served with seasonal toppings and paired with house wines. Take your time — this is the heart of the experience. -
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Your tour ends where you first began
After the final toast, the experience wraps up at the estate. From here, take a short taxi to Frascati station and a 30-minute train back to Rome, or continue exploring the Castelli Romani at your own pace.
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Dietary Restrictions: Please contact us in advance with any special dietary restrictions or allergies, including gluten-free or vegan requirements, so we can do our best to accommodate you.
Alcohol Consumption: This experience includes local estate wines. Participants should be of legal drinking age in Italy (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Accessibility: This tour is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us if you have questions or concerns about your mobility.
Getting there: The estate is located in Monte Porzio Catone. From Rome, take a 30-minute regional train from Roma Termini to Frascati, then a short taxi to the winery. Driving from Rome takes around 40 minutes.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can begin on time.
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking chef and sommelier
Live cooking demonstration
Pasta-making class at your dedicated station
All tools and ingredients
Sommelier-guided estate wine pairings
Seasonal lunch in the historic stone cellar
Private experience
What to bring:
Valid ID
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Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
A healthy appetite and some comfortable shoes. In case of rain, don’t forget your umbrella.
What to bring?
A healthy appetite and some comfortable shoes. In case of rain, don’t forget your umbrella.
Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?
No, this tour is operated by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Frascati.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
Most of this tour is wheelchair accessible. However, please let us know if you have any doubts about your mobility before the booking so we can best accommodate you.
What happens if it rains?
We run our tour rain or shine, but rest assured, adjustments will be made so you’re not cooking in a downpour.
Are dietary restrictions accommodated?
Yes, gluten-free and vegan options are available. Please contact us in advance with any dietary restrictions or allergies so the team can prepare accordingly.
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes, families are welcome, though the experience is best suited to older children who can engage with a hands-on cooking class. Very young children may find the format challenging. No strict minimum age applies.
Does this tour include hotel pickup?
Hotel pickup is not included on this tour. You’ll meet your guide at the designated meeting point.
Is this a private experience?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only, for up to 20 participants. If you wish to book for a larger group, please reach out to us directly and we will be happy to check availability and provide a custom solution.
Is alcohol included on this tour?
Yes, estate wine pairings are included throughout the class and at lunch. Participants should be of legal drinking age in Italy (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
