Cooking classes
Private cooking class with views of the Alps and Como
5.0
Carolina e Simona
Spoken languages: Italian and English
Hands-on cooking class with bruschetta, 3 recipes (starter, pasta and dessert) followed by an Italian aperitivo and a 3-course menu with the recipes prepared during the class
Private Experience
Private experiences are reserved for you and any guests you have booked for: no other people will be added so that you can enjoy maximum privacy.
Your experience
- Polenta balls with Luganega sausage
- Buckwheat ravioli with bresaola, potatoes, and casera cheese
- Pan meino (typical Lombard dessert)
We are Carolina and Simona, a passionate mother-daughter duo living in the picturesque town of Cantù. We invite you to our cozy penthouse, boasting breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps, Lake Como, and Monte Rosa. Together, we will savor the dishes we prepare during this private cooking lesson, complemented by excellent red or white wine, concluding with homemade limoncello crafted from organic lemons.
Throughout the course, we will guide you in working with typical Lombard flours, such as polenta flour, buckwheat flour, and "fioretto" yellow flour. We'll create a traditional appetizer, a fresh pasta dish, and a dessert. Upon your return home, you'll amaze your guests with these delightful, authentic Italian recipes you've learned from us. We can't wait to welcome you!
Reviews
5.0
61 reviews
- Simona and Carolina were wonderful teachers and we so enjoyed meeting them! My husband and I booked this class on the last day of our honeymoon, and we agree that it was the highlight of the trip. It was so fun to learn a new skill, and we’re excited to try out more recipes from Carolina’s YouTube channel & food blog. Carolina and Simona were kind and accommodating - it was really pleasant to sit and enjoy the meal with them after the cooking was done. We couldn’t recommend them more!
- Carolina and her daughter Simona were wonderful hosts. The food was excellent and they made us feel like family. Highly recommended!
- I had a wonderful evening cooking in Carolina and Simona’s beautiful kitchen. I have taken many cooking classes and I enjoy everyone and I always learn something new. This class was no exception. I highly recommend.
- Carolina and Simona were amazing! They were so welcoming to us and treated us like family. We made three dishes and all of them were so delicious. I was always intimidated by tiramisu, but they explained everything in great detail and it was actually easier than expected. We even had a great helper, Carlotta, their new puppy. She was adorable and made the experience even more fun. I would completely recommend Carolina and Simona for any group. We had the best time!
- I recently had the most amazing experience at a mother and daughter duo cooking class in como! From the moment we stepped into their cozy kitchen, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality. The class was not just about cooking, but about sharing stories, traditions, and a genuine love for food. We learned authentic Italian recipes passed down through generations, and the hands-on experience made it so much fun. The bond between the mother and daughter was palpable, adding an extra layer of charm to the whole experience. By the end of the class, we felt like part of their family. I cannot recommend this experience highly enough - it's a must for anyone looking to immerse themselves in Italian culture and cuisine. Grazie mille Carolina & Simona for the unforgettable memories! P.S Carlota is super cute!
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€179.00 per guest
(€90.00 per child)
€179.00 per guest
€179.00 per guest
€90.00 per child
Where
Carolina e Simona
Cesarina from 2020Location: Como Languages: Italian and EnglishCarolina and Simona, a mother and daughter residing in the picturesque city of Cantù in Lombardy. Both are passionate about cooking and live in a home with a beautiful view of Lake Como and the Alps, where they love welcoming guests for cooking classes. Carolina, the mother, is a skilled cook, originally from Campania. She learned traditional Italian recipes from her family and developed a deep passion for Lombard regional cuisine. Simona, the daughter, is a young student fluent in English. Her proficiency in foreign languages, combined with her inherited passion for cooking from her mother, makes the experience even more accessible and inclusive for all guests. If you're passionate about cooking or eager to learn the secrets of Lombard cuisine and beyond, you can't miss the opportunity to visit Carolina and Simona in Cantù. You'll be warmly welcomed and have the chance to live an unforgettable culinary experience.