What are the best cooking classes in Varenna?

The best cooking classes in Varenna are: Cooking class with three recipes, bruschetta and appetizer Cooking class on local recipes and panoramic views Pizza cooking class with a view of Lake Como Traditional cuisine: homemade ravioli and tiramisu

What are the best food experiences in Varenna?

The best food experiences in Varenna are: Culinary experience on the shores of Lake Como

What are the best food & wine tours in Varenna?

The best food & wine tours in Varenna are: A Day on the Farm: Tasting and Cooking Class Market tour & cooking class in Varenna: traditions & produce Wednesday in Dervio: experience the market like a local Friday in Bellano: experience the market like a local

Cooking class at the home of a Cesarina in Varenna 2026

Monica

Varenna (LC)

Duration 3h

Max 4 guests

Spoken languages:

Italian and English

Cooking class: learn how to cook traditional & innovative Italian recipes from a local Cesarina

Shared Experience

Your experience

Become immersed in Italian culture as you learn to make traditional dishes during this cooking class in Varenna. This private class takes you to a local home where you can learn all about Italian cooking while making a number of dishes. Learn tricks and tips so you can recreate the dishes at home and sit down to the fruits of your labor paired with local wine!

€147.00 per guest
(€74.00 per child)

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Reviews

4.9

48 reviews

: A wonderful experience, exceeding our expectations. Our original date was not available, but communications were clear and there were several alternative choices of dates and locations so we were easily able to find a time that worked. Our host, Monica, was lovely and welcoming. The recipes were elegant in their simplicity and delicious. We were already planning to make them at home for friends before we even finished the meal. The space was beautiful and full of character. The entire experience was so personal and intimate, I wouldn't change a thing.
: Monica shared her love of cooking with us. The food was fabulous but I loved hearing her share her life in Varenna
: After a bit of a challenge finding the location (google maps isn’t always the best choice for the most accurate directions) and needing to ask the local pharmacist for more friendly directions, it was lovely! Such a cute venue. I was expecting someone’s kitchen or a cooking school atmosphere, but this seemed more local and like we were cooking in a time long ago. Monica was so delightful and welcoming, starting us off with a glass of Prosecco. From the start, you could tell that she has a passion for cooking and teaching. She made everything seem so simple and that we could easily make this at home for our friends and family. We actually started off making the dessert which was tiramisu, however, when I told her I don’t like coffee, she quickly accommodated my to make a limoncello tiramisu - delicious!! Then it was on to making the pasta as it needed to rest about a half an hour, and in the meantime, we made a farro salad with homemade pesto and fresh tomatoes. It is something I will definitely make again! Finally, we made the filling for the raviolis, rolled out the door very thinly and made little Luna shaped raviolis. Monica finished off, preparing our meal. We enjoyed some red wine and an excellent dining experience. The meal ended with some limoncello. And of course, some pictures of the event. I highly recommend this experience and especially with Monica in Varenna!!
: Monica was a great host! She made the experience personable and authentic teaching us about her culture but also getting to know us. The cooking was wonderful and the location was easily accessible! We will be back and hope to share the recipes learned with our cookbook club!
: Monica was a fantastic teacher and host, not to mention an amazing cook. Her focaccia is the best focaccia I have ever had. We were in Italy for about two weeks and we both agree that this is the best meal we had and one our favorite experiences on our trip. Grazie Monica!