Pasta Making Class with Grandma in Abruzzo, Italy
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Overview
Abruzzo Traditional Pasta Making with 85y old local Grandma offers a unique journey into the heart of Abruzzo, Italy. This isn't just a cooking class; it's a step back in time. Participants will learn to make 'Pasta alla Chitarra,' a traditional Teramo pasta, completely from scratch, using a wooden tool called a 'chitarra.' This hands-on experience reveals the secrets and importance of making pasta by hand, a stark contrast to modern machine methods.
Hosted by Marino and his Nonna Amina, this experience unveils generations of family recipes, especially Nonna Amina's famous tomato sauce. Participants will discover the secrets to creating this Abruzzese staple at home, allowing them to share a taste of Abruzzo with friends and family. It’s a day in the life of a traditional Abruzzo family, sharing stories and culinary traditions passed down through generations.
This small group cooking class includes all cooking equipment. It excludes personal transportation. Guests will enjoy a truly authentic and immersive culinary experience in Abruzzo.




Highlights
Make Pasta by Hand: Learn to make 'Pasta alla Chitarra' using traditional methods.
Family Secrets: Discover Nonna Amina's tomato sauce recipe and family culinary traditions.
Authentic Abruzzo: Experience a day in the life of a local Abruzzo family.
Small Group Setting: Enjoy a personal and intimate cooking class experience.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers rave about the authentic, hands-on cooking experience with Nonna Amina and Marino. They value learning traditional recipes and making personal connections, although the location requires planning.

Customers loved making pasta from scratch with Nonna Amina and Marino.
Many enjoyed learning traditional family recipes and secrets.
Travelers felt the experience was memorable because of the local connections.
Some appreciated the hands-on and fun cooking experience.
Some might expect the experience to be longer.
Transportation to the village is not included and require planning
The Journey
Nonna Amina's Home
Begin your experience at Nonna Amina's home. She will guide you step-by-step through making traditional Pasta alla Chitarra.
Kitchen
Learn the secrets to the best tomato sauce on earth, with family recipes shared. You will be participating in this process as well.
Dining Table
You will be at the dining table with the rest of the family! Once back home you can take with you a piece of Abruzzo and impress your friends and loved ones.
Know Before You Go
This cooking class includes all the necessary cooking equipment to make pasta. It does not include transportation to and from the meeting location. This is a small group experience to ensure a personal touch. The experience takes place in a home environment, offering an authentic glimpse into local life.
Hot Tip
Customers suggest asking Nonna Amina about the history of the pasta making tools and the stories behind the family recipes. Also, be prepared to get your hands messy and have fun with the pasta-making process! It’s a great way to learn and connect with the local culture.