Naples Sfogliatella Making Demonstration with Pastry Tasting

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1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

This experience offers an authentic look into one of Naples’ most iconic pastry traditions in the unique setting of San Gregorio Armeno. Through multimedia storytelling and a live artisan demonstration, you will learn the history, ingredients, and techniques behind sfogliatella riccia, sfogliatella frolla, and the rare Santa Patrizia version. Unlike a simple tasting, the experience combines local culture, pastry heritage, artisan know-how, and a tasting of traditional Neapolitan sweets with explanations from the master artisan.

Example Menu

Dessert

Sfogliatella Santa Patrizia

Historic ricotta-free sfogliatella with semolina, hazelnuts, almonds, and aromas, inspired by ancient convent traditions.

Dessert

Sfogliatella riccia

The most iconic version of the Neapolitan sfogliatella, with crispy layered pastry and a traditional sweet filling.

Dessert

Sfogliatella frolla

Soft shortcrust version of the Neapolitan sfogliatella, with a delicate flavour and a smoother texture.

Dessert

Artisanal coffee liqueur

Local coffee liqueur served during the tasting to accompany the pastries.

Dessert

Moka coffee or cappuccino

Choice of traditional moka coffee or 200 ml cappuccino, available with whole cow’s milk or soy milk.

What's Included

Neapolitan pastry tasting with artisan explanations
Live demonstration with a master artisan
Story of the history and origins of the sfogliatella
Multimedia presentation with videos and images
Master artisan

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

Enter the world of Neapolitan sfogliatelle in the heart of San Gregorio Armeno, one of Naples’ most iconic streets, known for its artisan workshops and authentic atmosphere. The experience begins with multimedia storytelling dedicated to the origins, legends, and evolution of this historic pastry, from the classic sfogliatella riccia to the softer frolla and the rare Santa Patrizia version, linked to ancient Neapolitan convent traditions.

A master artisan will welcome you and lead a live demonstration, showing the gestures, ingredients, techniques, and care required to prepare these traditional pastries. You will observe the process closely and learn how each variety differs in texture, filling, history, and flavour.

This is not a hands-on cooking class, but an immersive artisan demonstration combined with storytelling and tasting. At the end, you will taste Santa Patrizia sfogliatella, sfogliatella riccia, sfogliatella frolla, mini babà, artisanal coffee liqueur, citrus liqueur, and enjoy a drink of your choice between moka coffee, cappuccino, fresh orange juice, or water.

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 requirements, including gluten-free Caprese cake for guests with coeliac disease, lactose-free Sfogliatella Santa Patrizia and, upon request, soy-based beverages.
Supplied by Esperi.it - Campania Local Experience

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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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