Italian Dessert Class: Panna cotta, Tart & Affogato Gelato Making
At a glance
Italian Dessert Class: Panna cotta, Tart & Affogato Gelato Making is a 1h 30m small-group experience in Rome, Italy, operated by VICE ITALIA. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 31 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $74.01 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Unlimited Affogato Gelato (kids' version available without coffee), All ingredients & equipment provided, Bottled water & a glass of Prosecco (juice for children).
Highlights
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- Portuguese, English, Italian, Polish, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking · adult required
- Ages
- Child 5–15 · Adult 16–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Step into Rome’s only professional commercial kitchen open to travelers and discover the secrets of authentic Italian desserts. In this unique setting, normally reserved for pastry chefs, you’ll use high-quality ingredients to prepare classics like Nonna’s tart, panna cotta, and gelato affogato. Guided step by step by Chef Nazzareno or one of his pastry chefs, you’ll receive personal attention throughout the class, making it fun and accessible for both adults and children. Families especially love the warm atmosphere, the welcome toast with Prosecco or juice, and the certificate of participation that becomes a sweet keepsake to take home—together with your handmade desserts.
What's included
What's included
- Unlimited Affogato Gelato (kids' version available without coffee)
- All ingredients & equipment provided
- Bottled water & a glass of Prosecco (juice for children)
- Air-conditioned cooking class space
- 1.5-hour hands-on cooking class with a Master Baker
- Recipes + follow-up support to recreate the desserts at home
- The Panna Cotta and Crostata you make – enjoy on the spot or take them home
Not included
- tips
- Extra Drinks
Itinerary
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After a friendly toast with Prosecco, or juice for kids, enjoy this hands-on pastry cooking class in Rome that has already attracted both international visitors, Locals and Italian food lovers.
Our laboratory is located just steps from Battistini metro station on Line A, directly connected to Rome’s city center.
The activity takes place inside a professional commercial kitchen and gives you the opportunity to discover the real processes of italian pastry.
The class is suitable for families, couples, group of friends & kids! Forget the usual savory cooking classes and treat yourself to something truly special and authentic: discover how to make the iconic panna cotta, a delicious homemade tart, and the classic ‘affogato al caffè’ – the irresistible coffee-drenched gelato that Italians love.
Meeting point
Our pastry commercial kitchen is located just steps from Battistini metro station on Line A, directly connected to Rome’s city center. Once you arrive, ring the bell on your right. We cannot wait longer than 10 minutes out of respect for others. The lab opens 10 minutes before the experience.”
Traveller ratings
5.0
31 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 31
- 4 ★ 0
- 3 ★ 0
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- 1 ★ 0
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Children must be 5 years old or older
- Participants under 13 must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Any allergy, intolerance, or dietary restriction must be communicated at the time of booking via message or email.
- Our laboratory is located just steps from Battistini metro station on Line A, directly connected to Rome’s city center.
- Not suitable for celiac disease or severe gluten allergy
- Not suitable for nut allergies.
- Not suitable for lactose intolerance
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Italian Dessert Class: Panna cotta, Tart & Affogato Gelato Making take?
The experience lasts about 1h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $74.01 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?
Unlimited Affogato Gelato (kids' version available without coffee); All ingredients & equipment provided; Bottled water & a glass of Prosecco (juice for children); Air-conditioned cooking class space; 1.5-hour hands-on cooking class with a Master Baker; Recipes + follow-up support to recreate the desserts at home.
Where does it start?
Our pastry commercial kitchen is located just steps from Battistini metro station on Line A, directly connected to Rome’s city center. Once you arrive, ring the bell on your right. We cannot wait longer than 10 minutes out of respect for others. The lab opens 10 minutes before…
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 Portuguese, English, Italian, Polish, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 31 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
