Agropoli: Private Cooking Class at a Local's Home
3 hours
Group 1+
English, Italian
3 hours
What you'll do
Experience an unforgettable, private cooking class in the home of a local expert. Uncover the secrets of renowned Italian dishes as you immerse yourself in the art of culinary craftsmanship. With a fully-equipped workstation and premium ingredients, put your skills to the test and create authentic culinary masterpieces. After your culinary adventure, indulge in the delicious fruits of your labor paired with local red and white wines. Each host shares their family's treasured recipes, giving you a taste of traditional regional cuisine. From a seasonal starter to mouthwatering fresh pasta and exquisite dessert, expect a tantalizing menu. Embark on a culinary journey like no other, discovering the rich stories and flavors woven into Italy's gastronomic heritage.
Highlights
Embark on an exquisite culinary journey through the heart of Italian gastronomy: immerse yourself in the enchanting world of privately hosted cooking classes. Delve into the treasures of authentic Italian recipes, meticulously preserved in the sacred family cookbooks of your gracious host. Witness a culinary virtuoso at work, receiving invaluable insights to recreate these extraordinary dishes in the comfort of your own home. Elevate your senses as you savor the symphony of flavors, meticulously paired with the finest local wines. For the cherished little ones in your company, an assortment of refreshing beverages shall be thoughtfully provided. To commemorate this extraordinary experience, take home an esteemed memento: the coveted apron, symbolizing your eternal connection with the culinary craftsmanship of Italy.
Itinerary
- 1On this gastronomic adventure, we shall embark on a stroll through the verdant vegetable gardens surrounding my humble abode, carefully selecting the vibrant produce that shall grace our culinary creations. Delight your palate with delectable fried zucchini blossoms, savour the exquisite flavors of an eggplant timbale or zucchini and fried Friarielli Parmigiana. Enjoy the delectable harmony of fresh mozzarella and Caprese tomatoes, procured directly from the neighboring dairy. And to culminate this epicurean journey, indulge in the refreshing embrace of a delicately crafted fruit sorbet. I eagerly anticipate our rendezvous, ready to embark on this remarkable epicurean odyssey!
- 2Allow me to introduce you to one of our remarkable local hosts: Maria Antonietta. She resides in the picturesque seaside city of Salerno, which offers a perfect getaway throughout the year. In the summer, you can bask in the sun at the beach or explore the scenic surroundings. During the winter, you'll be enchanted by the captivating lights that adorn the city, making it one of the most beautiful destinations in Italy.
- 3When it comes to cuisine, Maria Antonietta is passionate about preparing traditional dishes using carefully selected natural ingredients sourced from her own garden. Her menus feature a delightful combination of local and seasonal produce, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Among her specialties are eggplant meatballs, pasta with beans and mussels, and a tantalizing trio of anchovies.
- 4Experience the authentic flavors and warm hospitality of Maria Antonietta as she takes you on a culinary journey, creating unforgettable moments for you to cherish.
- 5Please note this description is an example of foods you might taste and will vary depending on the season, day of the week, and group size.
What's Included
What's not included
Although not compulsory, our team of tour guides would deeply appreciate gratuities and tips as a display of gratitude for the exceptional service they provide.
Pick up and drop off at your hotel is not included as we meet at a fixed location this experience will be held in a local's home and for privacy reasons, you will receive the full address of your host after you have booked.
Meeting Points
Meeting point: This experience will be held in a local's home and for privacy reasons, you will receive the full address of your host after you have booked.
Kindly ensure you are punctual and reach the meeting point 10-15 minutes prior to the departure time.
Notes
Fancy Something Special?
We'd love to help you bring your culinary dreams to life! If you've always wanted to learn to cook a dish the traditional way, just let us know when booking. We'll do our best to accommodate your request, subject to both ingredient availability and at least 72 hours' notice before the tour begins. Our bespoke dishes are designed to delight, and we're excited to share them with you! Reach out to us, on our live chat, or [email protected] and we'll help create the perfect experience for you.
- The experience includes food, drinks, and wine tastings as outlined in the itinerary
- Additional orders placed during the experience must be paid for by the individual who orders them. If unsure, the tour guide will be happy to assist
- Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended as there is some walking involved during your tour
- If you're under the age of 18, unfortunately, you cannot consume alcohol. However, there are plenty of delicious non-alcoholic options available
- Your experience can be conducted in English
- The experience lasts 3 hours starting at either 12 noon or 7 pm
- We take pride in offering a collection of mouth-watering delicacies catering to diverse palates. If you have special dietary requirements or allergies please let us know while booking
- Your experience will be hosted by a local and has a passion for sharing extensive knowledge about Italian food and wine, history, and culture
This experience will be held in a local's home and for privacy reasons, you will only receive the full address of your host after you have booked.
We build our experiences around you: in order to match you up with your perfect local home cook, we kindly ask you the following information: food intolerance and allergy, the neighbourhood you are staying in and how do you plan to travel to your local's host home. Please specify this information at the time of booking or by email at [email protected] with your booking reference and name.
Once we received all the information we will send you all your host details including telephone and full address.
Our customer operations team is always available 7 days a week, feel free to contact us for any further info
Safety Measures
Face masks required for travelers
Face masks required for guides
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Guides required to wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
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