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Authentic Roman Cooking Class & Market Experience

4.8 · 363 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by Gray Line I Love Rome by Carrani Tours
Duration
5h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
09:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A long, small class capped at eight that starts with grocery shopping in the centre's markets and shops, learning what good ingredients look like before cooking pasta and seasonal Roman dishes with a chef and eating them with wine.

Shopping, class, lunch and drinks are included at €195 per person, tips are not. Vegetarian on request.

In our comparison: #178 of 197 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
EnglishThe page priceEnglishTour in English€195
SpanishSpanishTour in Spanish€195

Children from €152 (ages 0 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Cooking class with all ingredients, necessary tools, and guidance of a skilled chef
  • Guided grocery shopping in Rome's city center
  • Available in both English and Spanish languages
  • Small-group experience (maximum of 8 people)
  • Lunch made up of dishes you've prepared
  • Complimentary beverages, including Italian wine
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviews

4.8
363 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 348 of 363

Star breakdown of all 363 ratings

5 stars
332 · 91%
4 stars
16 · 4%
3 stars
6 · 2%
2 stars
5 · 1%
1 star
4 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the market visits and food, but some find the cooking instruction too limited.

Praised

  • Shopping at markets and food shops for ingredients used in the class
  • Friendly instructors who explain pasta techniques and answer questions
  • Practical pasta skills that travellers feel able to use at home
  • Meals praised for their flavour, variety and generous portions
  • Cooking and sharing a meal in a sociable group

Complaints

  • Some praise detailed teaching, while others report limited instruction and participation
  • Some receive recipes, while others say promised copies never arrived

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (31 July 2017 to 23 August 2025). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Largo Argentina The meeting point is outside the main entrance of Teatro Argentina, next to Rossopomodoro Restaurant · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:30, daily except Sun; scheduled through March 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Gray Line I Love Rome by Carrani Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

- Dive deep into Italy's food culture with a hands-on cooking experience
- Grocery shop in the heart of Rome, visiting local markets and shops
- Learn about authentic ingredients, traditions, and quality discernment
- Prepare traditional Italian dishes under expert guidance
- Handcraft pasta from scratch and explore seasonal local dishes
- Engage in lively conversations as you dine on your own creations
- Celebrate your culinary efforts with Italian wine or other beverages

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Children from €152 ages 0 to 12
  • Non-refundable no free cancellation

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0+ days: No refund

Compared with other Food Tours

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Rome: 3 Spritz Cocktails & Fresh Pasta Cooking Class€593h4.98 (1838)shared

Ranked #178 of 197 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €8 to €373, median €80; typical length 3h. 26 of 197 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 197 Food Tours

From €195 per adult · English