Traditional Roman Cooking Class in Jewish Ghetto
Learn how to make pasta, seasonal vegetables, and a traditional dessert in a charming neighborhood
Want to experience the true heart of Roman culinary tradition? Skip the touristy cooking classes in the city center and step into the Jewish Ghetto—a neighborhood that holds some of the deepest roots of Roman culture. Here, you’ll craft fresh, homemade pasta or gnocchi from scratch, cook with seasonal vegetables, and create a classic Roman dessert, all while uncovering the rich history of this storied area. After savoring your delicious meal, take a leisurely stroll through the Jewish Quarter.
What You Get With This Tour
-
Passionate English-speaking chef
-
Homemade pasta or gnocchi
-
Traditional Roman meals
-
Classic dessert
-
Water and wine
-
Group size of 20
-
Guide gratuities
-
Hotel pick up and drop off
Tour Itinerary
-
1
Meet your guide in Piazza Mattei
This quiet square, home to the intriguing Turtle Fountain, is the perfect spot to start a night filled with fine wine, food, and good company! -
2
Rome Jewish Ghetto
Home to the Roman Jewish community for over 300 years, this neighborhood has one of the most unique culinary scenes in the city. -
3
Traditional restaurant and local chef
Learn to craft traditional dishes with hands-on guidance from an expert chef, who’ll share recipes passed down for generations. -
4
Cooking class
Roll up your sleeves, unleash your inner chef, and master the simple yet secret techniques that make this neighborhood’s cuisine so special. -
5
Freshly made pasta
You may learn to make gnocchi, pappardelle that’s perfect for hearty meat sauces, or thin tagliolini, often paired with lighter ingredients. -
6
From novice to expert
Although the techniques may feel awkward and challenging at first, by the end of the class, you’ll have the skills of a true Italian nonna. -
7
Pasta recipes
Having mastered the technique of pasta-making, you’ll now prepare a traditional sauce that adds the finishing touch to your noodles. -
8
Classic Roman dinner
Between sips of local wine, bites of freshly prepared pasta, and spoonfuls of ricotta cheesecake, this is an Italian feast you won’t forget. -
9
Your tour will end after dinner
Happily full and with a new set of skills to impress family back home, bid farewell to your head chef and newfound friends.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, due to the restaurant layout and uneven streets of the Jewish Quarter, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Dietary Restrictions: Gluten-free and vegetarian diets can be accommodated, please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate your needs. We will work with our tour partners to provide you with an alternative when possible. The restaurant doesn’t serve kosher meals.
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local wine; participants must be of legal drinking age in Italy (18) to partake. Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to drink.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 3-hour class includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Cooking class in the roman ghetto
Learn to make homemade pasta from scratch, and more
All tools and ingredients
Italian wine and water
Maximum group size of 15
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Government-issued ID (for those partaking in alcohol)
Umbrella if it rains
You May Also Like
Free Cancellation Private Tour
Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto Private Rome Tour
With a private guide, unearth the trendiest Rome districts from Santa Maria Basilica to Tiber Island
Free Cancellation
Tipsy Roman Cooking Class: Spritz & Pasta
Join a small group near Termini station to master an Italian classic while enjoying local cocktails!
Free Cancellation
Dough to Dessert: 3-in-1 Cooking Class near Piazza Navona
Master the art of making fettuccine, ravioli, and mouthwatering tiramisu in a single day!
Free Cancellation Skip the Line
Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica
Skip the line and gain direct access to the Raphael Rooms, Creation of Man & Scala Regia passageway
Family Friendly New Tour
Authentic Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class in Rome
Embark on an Italian culinary adventure in a 17th-century palace near Piazza Navona!
Free Cancellation Family Friendly
Tasty Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class in Rome
Cook like a pro with a local chef as you master two Italian dishes then savor your own creations
Free Cancellation New Tour
Exclusive Vineyard Private Cooking Class and Winery Lunch near Rome
Craft handmade pasta, taste local wines, and savor a local lunch in the Castelli Romani countryside
Skip the Line Likely to Sell Out
Semi-Private Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica
See the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Scala Regia, the exclusive passageway to the basilica
Exclusive Access Likely to Sell Out
Colosseum Underground Tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Get special access to the Underground dungeons and Arena Floor on this guided tour
Guided Tour Skip the Line
Privileged Entrance Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Skip the line at the Colosseum, plus Arch of Titus, Temple of Julius Caesar, and more!
Free Cancellation Skip the Line
Private Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
See the Colosseum and ancient Rome like a VIP, the Temple of Caesar, and more!
Skip the Line Likely to Sell Out
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets
Skip the line and gain quicker access to the Vatican so you can explore at your leisure
Customer Reviews
Streets teeming with tales — I imbibed the wise lore of Roman-Jewish tradition just making dough and frying zucchini flowers.
Fresh pasta that Chef made easy and fun! Loved the Jewish Ghetto walk and the wine with dinner.
Our family had a blast! Chef was extremely patient, and even our littlest loved making gnocchi.
This recipe for ricotta and sour cherry cake might: it's up there with the best desserts on Gojee.
Young children, young-at-heart adults — everyone adored something. Chef made everyone feel special.
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 Rome.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
In case you have concerns about your mobility, let us know and we’ll try our best to accommodate you. Unfortunately, due to the restaurant layout and uneven streets of the Jewish Quarter, this tour is not wheelchair accessible
What happens if it rains?
We run our tour rain or shine.
Is dinner included in the price of the tour?
Yes, the meal that you make during your cooking class will be served for dinner.
What if I have food allergies, intolerances, or other dietary requirements?
Gluten-free and vegetarian diets can be accommodated, please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate your needs. We will work with our tour partners to provide you with an alternative when possible. Please note the restaurant doesn’t serve kosher meals.
Can I bring my kids, and do I have to pay for them?
Kids are welcome in this class! Children aged 4-8 pay a reduced fee, and children 3 and under are free.
Does this tour include hotel pickup?
No hotel pickup is included on this tour. You’ll meet your guide at the designated meeting point, Piazza Mattei.
Where does this tour end?
This tour ends at the original meeting point, Piazza Mattei.
