Naples Sfogliatella Workshop with Lesson in San Gregorio Armeno

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

This experience combines storytelling, hands-on pastry making, and tasting in one of the most iconic streets of Naples. Guests will not simply taste sfogliatella: they will discover its history, learn traditional artisan techniques from a Maitre Sfogliatellier, shape the pastry by hand, and enjoy a rich tasting of Neapolitan sweets inside a historic 14th-century building in Via San Gregorio Armeno. It is an authentic and immersive way to experience Naples through one of its most beloved pastry traditions.

Example Menu

Dessert

Sfogliatella riccia

Crispy layered Neapolitan pastry filled with a traditional sweet cream.

Dessert

Sfogliatella frolla

Soft shortcrust version of the traditional Neapolitan sfogliatella.

Dessert

Sfogliatella Santa Patrizia

Historic version of the sfogliatella inspired by ancient Neapolitan pastry traditions.

Dessert

Torta caprese

Traditional chocolate and almond cake from Campania.

What's Included

Preparation of Santa Patrizia or the classic riccia sfogliatella
Certificate of participation
Neapolitan sfogliatella master kit
Tasting
Sfogliatella workshop
Artisan master

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is on Via San Gregorio Armeno. The shop will be easy to recognize, as the word “Sfogliatelle” is written on the window.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Travelers will take part in an immersive hands-on workshop dedicated to the traditional Neapolitan sfogliatella, in the heart of Via San Gregorio Armeno, inside a historic 14th-century building that preserves the spirit of Naples’ artisan traditions. The experience begins with a theatrical storytelling introduction about the history, legends, and curiosities of this iconic pastry. Guided by a Maitre Sfogliatellier, guests will learn the main techniques, prepare the traditional filling inspired by ancient convent recipes, and shape the pastry by hand. They will discover the differences between the classic sfogliatella riccia and the historic Santa Patrizia version. While the pastries are baking, participants will enjoy a guided tasting of Neapolitan sweets, coffee, and local liqueurs. At the end, each guest will receive a certificate of participation and a small souvenir kit to remember the experience.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • During the tasting, dedicated options are available for specific dietary needs, including gluten-free Caprese cake for guests with celiac disease, lactose-free Santa Patrizia sfogliatella and, upon request, soy-based drinks.
  • For participation in the workshop, it is recommended to avoid wearing rings or hand jewelry.
  • The tasting included in the experience features an open-access buffet with a rich selection of Neapolitan specialties, including sfogliatelle ricce and frolle, including Santa Patrizia, mini rum babà, pastiera, Caprese cake and chocolate-covered dried fruit. To accompany the sensory journey, a selection of hot and cold drinks includes Neapolitan coffee, cappuccino, tea, fresh orange juice and water, along with two homemade artisan liqueurs: a citrus liqueur with orange notes and a coffee liqueur prepared with moka.
Supplied by Esperi.it - Campania Local Experience

Tags

Cooking Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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