Cooking classes
Balanzoni and tortelloni: a journey into stuffed pasta
5.0
Cooking class: learn how to cook traditional & innovative Italian recipes from a local Cesarina
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I am waiting for you for an authentic Bolognese experience among hills and tradition! After a welcome glass of wine, we will prepare together two types of fresh pasta pulled by hand with a rolling pin, as tradition dictates. The first is green puff pastry, which we will stuff with a delicious filling of mortadella, ricotta and Parmigiano to create the typical Balanzoni. The second is yellow egg pasta sheet, with which we will make classic tortelloni filled with ricotta and spinach. Once ready, we will bake them and enjoy them together with selected local wines in my home nestled in the green hills of Bologna. Who wants to learn the Bolognese tradition?
€153.00 per guest
(€77.00 per child)
Remaining char: 500
Total: €153.00
€153.00
per guest€77.00 per child
Reviews
5.0
82 reviews
- Roberta was amazing and very patient as we learned how to make tortellini, ravioli, and tiramisu. It was a great birthday experience during a memorable part of our Italy trip in Bologna. We felt completely welcome in her home and had some great food! We highly recommend booking with Roberta. Thank you Roberta for such a lovely experience!
- Entrare in casa di Roberta e come entrare in casa propria, ti senti subito a tuo agio È stata un'esperienza splendida che ho condiviso con una coppia di miei cugini dagli Stati Uniti, che avevano il desiderio di imparare la cucina e le tradizioni delle loro origini italiane Ne avevo bisogno anch'io, anche se sono bolognese da generazioni! Abbiamo imparato tanto, ma soprattutto abbiamo passato una serata deliziosa, cucinando, chiacchierando e capendo che c'è ancora tanto da sapere Grazie ancora e sicuramente ci rivedremo presto
- We thoroughly enjoyed our class and time with Robera. She is a gracious host and patient teacher. Her passion for the regional pastas and desserts is infectious. She taught us to make tortelloni, tagliatelle and tiramisu in easy steps . We are confident that we will be able to replicate these dishes at home. We highly recommend this class!
- Without question, Roberta made our trip to Bologna worthwhile with her outstanding hospitality, incredible setting for learning, and of course, the outcome! The food was delicious, the learning was genuine, each person had the opportunity to learn, and we couldn't have asked for a better cultural and epicurean guide to help us immerse into the essence of Italian Cuisine! We owe her a big thank you!!!
- Without question, the best experience we had in Bologna was with Roberta’s cooking class. She was funny and what a great hostess. What you would expect from a great family host. An elevated experience in every regard. I cannot enough stress the great class, enjoyment and environment suited for learning this craft. ❤️ Roberta is a class act.
Evelyn and Rob - June 2025
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€153.00 per guest
(€77.00 per child)
Remaining char: 500
Total: €153.00
€153.00 per guest
Where
Roberta
Cesarina from 2023Location: Bologna Languages: Italian, English, FrenchI love my kitchen both as a space and as a working environment. I enjoy getting my hands in the dough to make pasta, including thin sheets and shortcrust pastry. Being Tuscan, my cuisine is a blend of Tuscan and Emiliana traditions. From the typical lasagna and tagliatelle to the classic Tuscan pappa al pomodoro, my kitchen represents a fusion of these regional influences. The journey through traditional flavors continues with favorites like tiramisu and the iconic Prato biscuits, perfect for dipping into Vin Santo. My kitchen reflects my passion for tradition and the joy of sharing these gastronomic pleasures with others.
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