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Venice
Venetian Countryside Cooking Class: Pasta, Wine & Tiramisu
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Overview
Hands-On Cooking Class and Dinner in the Venetian Countryside offers a delightful immersion into authentic Italian cuisine. Just a short trip from the Adriatic coast, near Venice, this cooking class provides a memorable and delicious evening activity, away from crowded tourist spots.
Located in Marcon, nestled between Venice and the beaches of Jesolo and Cavallino, guests will discover the true tastes of Italy in a warm, home-like atmosphere. The class begins with preparing classic tiramisu to chill, followed by making fresh handmade pasta, including filled pasta like ravioli or tortelloni, using seasonal and naturally colored ingredients. Participants will also craft two complementary sauces from scratch.
The experience includes preparing a flavorful oven-baked sea bream (orata) cooked in the true Mediterranean style. A vegetarian option is available upon request. After the cooking session, everyone will sit down to a four-course dinner, enjoying their creations paired with local wine, soft drinks, fresh espresso, and a touch of grappa. 
Highlights
Create Authentic Italian Dishes: Learn to make tiramisu and fresh pasta from scratch with local ingredients.
Enjoy a 4-Course Dinner: Savor the dishes prepared in class, paired with local wine, espresso, and grappa.
Small-Group Experience: Enjoy a cozy, intimate cooking class in a home-style setting.
Vegetarian Option Available: A delicious vegetarian alternative to the fish course is available on request.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally have a great experience with this class, enjoying the hands-on cooking, delicious food, and friendly atmosphere.
Guests loved learning to make authentic Italian dishes like pasta and tiramisu.
Many reviewers appreciated the cozy, home-like atmosphere of the cooking class.
Customers enjoyed the four-course dinner with wine and other beverages after the cooking session.
The hands-on nature of the class was a highlight for many participants.
Some guests wished for more detailed instructions during the cooking process.
A few reviewers mentioned that the location was a bit difficult to find.
The Journey
Venetian Countryside
The quiet Venetian countryside, a short drive from the Adriatic coast, provides a peaceful and authentic Italian setting for a hands-on cooking class, away from the bustling crowds of Venice.
Marcon
Marcon is a peaceful town situated between Venice and the beaches of Jesolo and Cavallino. It offers a cozy, home-style setting for discovering the true flavors of Italy.
Home Kitchen
A welcoming home kitchen is where the hands-on cooking class takes place, offering an intimate and authentic experience as you prepare traditional Italian dishes.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes a hands-on cooking class where you'll prepare and enjoy a four-course dinner, complete with wine, coffee, and grappa. A digital recipe will also be provided. Anything not specifically mentioned as included is excluded. Pickup and drop-off are not included, so you will need to arrange your own transportation to and from the location.
Hot Tip
Some past guests recommend arriving a few minutes early to relax and chat with the hosts before the class begins. Be ready to fully participate in the cooking process to get the most out of this hands-on experience.
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Vicenza
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Verona
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Verona: Home-Cooked Meal with Local Family
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Istria
Truffle Hunting Tour: Cook & Taste in Istria!
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