Bologna Market Tour & Cooking Class in Paola’s Garden Home
At a glance
Bologna Market Tour & Cooking Class in Paola’s Garden Home is a 2h 30m private experience in Bologna, Italy, operated by Traveling Spoon. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 32 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $104 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Hands-on cooking class in a local home in Bologna, Optional add on: Guided tour of Bologna's local markets, 1-2 glasses of wine (you can choose between red or white).
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Italian, French
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Step into Paola’s 1920s villa and discover Bologna like a local. This intimate cooking class blends tradition, family recipes, and warm Italian hospitality. From hand-rolling pasta to preparing a classic tiramisu or cannelloni, you’ll experience authentic flavors passed down through generations. In summer, enjoy your homemade meal in Paola’s charming garden. Add the optional market tour for a deeper dive into Bologna’s vibrant food culture before cooking together at her home.
What's included
What's included
- Hands-on cooking class in a local home in Bologna
- Optional add on: Guided tour of Bologna's local markets
- 1-2 glasses of wine (you can choose between red or white)
- Home-cooked Italian meal
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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Join Paola in her 1920s villa, just a 20-minute walk from Piazza Maggiore, for an authentic class in an Italian home. In this 2-hour hands-on cooking experience, you’ll learn to prepare traditional dishes. In Paola’s home kitchen, learn to cook fresh pasta, choose from Bolognese lasagna, tortelloni, tortellini, tagliatelle, or garganelli. Then learn to make a classic tiramisu or cannelloni using a rare family recipe. After cooking, enjoy the meal you helped prepare. After the experience, Paola will send you all the recipes so you can recreate the flavors in your own home.
If you've selected the market tour, meet Paola at a restaurant near Piazza Re Enzo and begin your guided tour through 2 of Bologna's most beloved markets: Mercato di Mezzo, located in the heart of the historic center, where you’ll browse fresh produce, regional cheeses, cured meats, and artisanal products; and Mercato delle Erbe, a lively indoor market frequented by locals for its fruit stands, handmade pastas, and gourmet specialties. After exploring the markets, walk to Paola’s home just outside the city walls, for your cooking experience and meal.
Meeting point
Meeting locations vary depending on the option selected.
Market Tour: Meet outside Osteria Angolo degli Orefici, Via degli Artieri 1g, 40125 Bologna BO.
Cooking Class: Meet directly at Paola’s home. The exact address can be found in the “Before You Go” section of your voucher.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 1-2 glasses of wine per person is included in the price of the experience.
- Paola is happy to accommodate guests with dietary needs, including lactose intolerance, gluten-free diets, mild celiac disease, vegetarians, and vegans - please let her know in advance, when booking the experience online.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Bologna Market Tour & Cooking Class in Paola’s Garden Home take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $104 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Hands-on cooking class in a local home in Bologna; Optional add on: Guided tour of Bologna's local markets; 1-2 glasses of wine (you can choose between red or white); Home-cooked Italian meal.
Where does it start?
Meeting locations vary depending on the option selected. Market Tour: Meet outside Osteria Angolo degli Orefici, Via degli Artieri 1g, 40125 Bologna BO. Cooking Class: Meet directly at Paola’s home. The exact address can be found in the “Before You Go” section of your voucher.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Italian, French.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 32 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Bologna.
