Home Cooking in Testaccio: Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, Carbonara

4.8
(81 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Guided by a passionate Roman chef, you’ll uncover the secrets of three iconic sauces—Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, and Carbonara—each representing a timeless story of Rome’s rich gastronomic past. Using only fresh, locally sourced ingredients, you'll master techniques passed down through generations.

After crafting your pasta dishes, enjoy a tasting session paired with specially selected local wines, followed by a traditional Roman dessert. We proudly offer vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free adaptations of all recipes, ensuring everyone can participate fully.

What makes this experience truly unique is the warm, authentic atmosphere—like being welcomed into a Roman home. You'll leave not just with a full belly, but with insider culinary knowledge, cherished memories, and exclusive recipes to recreate the magic at home.

Example Menu

Main

3 Fresh Pasta Courses

Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana and Carbonara

Dessert

Dessert

What's Included

Recipes PDF
Dessert
Hands on Cooking class Roman Pasta Dressings Carbonara, Cacio e Pepe and Amatriciana
Wine unlimited
3 courses Pasta
Hotel pickup
Hotel drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is located at Via Galvani 4, Edificio C, Citofono 11. Please ring the buzzer for Citofono 11 at Edificio C to be let in.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

The true focus of the experience lies in creating three iconic Roman sauces—Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, and Carbonara. Each sauce tells a story of tradition, and you’ll learn the secrets behind their rich, timeless flavors.
Once your culinary creations are complete, you'll enjoy a tasting of three pasta dishes paired with local wine, followed by the dessert . This experience offers not only delicious food but also an unforgettable journey into the heart of Roman home cooking and hospitality.

We can adapt the menu for vegetarians and vegans using traditional Roman recipes. We are also happy to accommodate gluten-free options, ensuring everyone can enjoy the culinary experience.
Take home the exclusive recipes of traditional Roman dishes you've crafted, so you can recreate the magic at home and share a taste of Italy with your loved ones.

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Curioseety SRLS

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Cooking Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Rating

4.8 Based on 81 81 reviews
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