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- English
- Italian
Step inside a historic cave in the heart of Sassi di Matera, once used as an ancient olive oil mill, and discover Matera’s rural food traditions through a hands-on pasta-making class.
Begin with a welcome glass of prosecco while exploring the original stone milling spaces carved into the rock. Then learn how to make handmade cavatelli or orecchiette alongside a local expert using traditional techniques passed down through generations.
Choose between two options: the “Pasta Class” experience includes the pasta workshop, welcome prosecco, a souvenir participation certificate, and the chance to take home the handmade pasta prepared during the class. Or select the “Pasta Class with Lunch” option to enjoy a complete cave dining experience inside the historic cave setting.
This small-group experience embraces a true farm-to-table philosophy, with seasonal ingredients and authentic local recipes inspired by southern Italian rural cuisine.
Example Menu
Starter
Local apetizers
Cruschi crunchy peppers, bruschetta with a variety of traditional patés (spreads), olives, taralli etc., paired with local wine
Main
Home-made pasta
The pasta prepared during the class with a seasonal sauce
Dessert
Traditional dessert
Dessert, coffee, and a traditional digestif
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Enter the Osteria and introduce yourselves
What to expect
Step inside an ancient cave restaurant in the Sassi of Matera, once used as an olive oil mill and still preserving its original stone milling spaces.
Toast with local traditions
Enjoy a welcome glass of prosecco while discovering stories about Matera’s rural culture, cave life, and traditional food heritage.
Learn the art of handmade pasta
Join a hands-on workshop and prepare fresh pasta such as cavatelli or orecchiette using traditional techniques alongside a local expert.
Discover authentic farm-to-table flavors
Experience seasonal ingredients and local recipes inspired by southern Italian rural cuisine while the chef prepares the sauce with regional products.
Choose how to end your experience
Take home your handmade pasta and souvenir certificate with the Cooking Class option, or enjoy a complete cave dining meal with local specialties, wine, dessert, coffee, and digestif.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please advise any food allergies or dietary restrictions in advance
- Guests will prepare fresh pasta only; the sauce is prepared by a local chef
- Seasonal ingredients and recipes may vary throughout the year
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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