Rocco e Carla

We are in Praiano, an enchanted village in the heart of the Amalfi Coast, the perfect place to create dishes that reflect tradition and authenticity.Here we are welcomed by Carla and Rocco who since childhood, have experienced the world of cooking first-hand, through studying traditions and spending evenings sitting around the dinner table. For them, cooking is not just passion, it’s a lifestyle. Their experiences in the restaurant world, have given life to their project: to combine gastronomic passion, traditions and genuine food cooked with the produce that they have grown or even fished themselves. "Following family recipes and passing them on to our guests is our goal!"

My specialities

Eggplant 'a scarpone' (eggplant stuffed with tomatoes, olives, capers and breadcrumbs)
Pasta 'alla Prajanese' (homemade pasta with fresh squid)
Ndunderi alla Minorese: With cherry tomatoes, arugula, and provolone

Reviews

5.0

106 reviews

: This was a gift for a daughter and her best friend on vacation. It was the highlight of their trip. Beautiful property, right on the coast, intimate setting, and the hosts were fantastic. Great hospitality, apps, wine and their instruction was excellent, fun and something they look forward to doing over and over, which is made easy by the hosts providing a gratuitous cookbook.
: This was the best experience we had on the coast. They went above and beyond for my fiancé and I. Aside from the amazing food Carla taught us how to make, her and her husband have the biggest hearts in all of Amalfi. They truly made sure that we were taken care of even outside of the cooking class. Carla was SO good at making pasta, she showed us all of the ways to make different shapes. Her garden was full of fresh herbs. Rocco came down to grab us from the drop off area. They went above and beyond for my fiancés proposal. If we ever come back, I will be calling our new friends up right away. Thank you for everything.
: Rocco and carla were amazing. We got an authentic experience. got to see the non-touristy part of the coast.
: Carla and Rocco are truly the sweetest family, and this was hands down one of the best experiences my husband, Julièn, and I had during our honeymoon in Italy. We booked a private cooking class at their beautiful home, and from start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect. Rocco even came to find us so we wouldn’t have any trouble locating the house. From the moment we arrived, he made us feel like family. He welcomed us with the most delicious homemade wine (I’m still begging him to bottle and sell it someday!), and his warm, funny personality instantly made us feel at home. Their backyard is absolutely breathtaking, with incredible views and beautiful fruit trees all around. It felt like stepping into a dream. Carla was an amazing teacher. She showed us how to make fresh pasta completely from scratch in such an easy, fun, and approachable way. She was patient, encouraging, and answered every question we had. She made sure both my husband and I had the chance to learn every step, and she created such a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. It honestly felt like cooking with family. One of our favorite moments was getting to meet their adorable daughter at the end. It was such a special surprise, and we loved spending time with all of them. We truly didn’t want the class to end. The meal was incredible, the flavors were to die for. The homemade dessert, their delicious zuppa inglese—was absolute perfection. This wasn’t just a cooking class; it was an unforgettable experience that became one of the highlights of our honeymoon. Carla and Rocco made our trip so incredibly special, and we are already talking about coming back. Every time we visit Italy, this will be at the top of our list, and next time we’re bringing our friends with us. If you’re looking for an authentic Italian experience filled with incredible food, breathtaking views, and the kindest people you’ll ever meet, this is it. Thank you, Carla and Rocco, for welcoming us into your home and hearts. We’ll never forget you!
: What a magical evening! We learned how to make pasta but more importantly we met new people and made such good memories! Thank you Carla and Rocco!