Ultimate Pizza & Gelato Making Class Near Piazza Navona
Learn the secrets of making authentic gelato and pizza from a pizzaiolo chef before devouring them
Want to become a true pizza master while you’re in Rome? Well, that might take a few years, but we can certainly get you started! Join a talented local pizzaiolo for an interactive lesson in the art of pizza making before trying your hand at authentic gelato while you’re at it. Once you’ve learned the tricks of the trade and crafted your own creations, sit down with a glass of wine and savor an authentic Italian meal you won’t believe you made for yourself!
- Pizza and gelato, the Italian way!
- Learn from an expert pizzaiolo chef
- Discover the secrets of gelato
- A sweet treat for later
- Make authentic pizza dough
- Choose your toppings
- Get your pizza in the oven
- Enjoy the fruits of your labor
- Sit down for a homemade feast
- Fun for all ages!
You’ll meet at a professional kitchen in Piazza di Sant'Apollinare in the heart of Rome where your friendly Roman chef will be waiting to greet you. After an introduction to the ingredients and techniques, you’ll begin by learning the secrets of gelato as you help make the ultimate Italian sweet treat yourself.
Next, you’ll spin your own pizza, after making the dough from scratch, and customize with your favorite toppings. Once everything is made, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor with a glass of wine, followed by coffee and that sumptuous gelato.
Pizza and Gelato Making Class Description
Your 2.5-hour Rome cooking experience includes:
Learn to create pizza and gelato from scratch
A local pizzaiolo chef as your teacher
Use of a professional kitchen and equipment
Homemade meal with your custom pizza and a glass of wine (or soft drink)
Gelato dessert followed by coffee or limoncello
Maximum group size of 18
Learn the Secrets of Gelato
There’s bad ice cream, there’s good ice cream, and then there’s gelato! To start your foodie experience, your chef will show you the ingredients and techniques that make this sweet treat so delicious and healthy. They'll also share tips for choosing high quality gelato from the many shops around town.
See first-hand how authentic Italian gelato is made, and you’ll even have a chance to get involved in the process yourself. Once made, your gelato will be safely chilled for you to enjoy later.
Create Your Own Custom Pizza
This iconic Italian specialty has been adopted across the world, but there’s nothing quite like an authentic, freshly-made pizza in the Italian capital! Roll up your sleeves to create your very own pizza from scratch with the help of your pizzaiolo chef.
Using delicious local ingredients, you’ll be in charge of everything from making your own dough to choosing those perfect toppings. (You're in Italy so don't look for pineapple!) Learn the art of turning a ball of dough into a perfect pizza. Then, as your pizza gets fired up, take a seat and wait for your delicious meal to arrive—you’ve earned it!
Time to Eat!
Hot from the oven, your customized pizza will be served along with a glass of local wine, and you can enjoy your creation while chatting about your favorite travel experiences with your group. After you’ve enjoyed that hard-earned pizza, it’ll be time to try the delicious gelato you helped make earlier, along with a fresh Italian coffee or limoncello. Buon appetito!
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Leave a reviewRandy Bach
Fantastic
whitney sharp
We had a wonderful time! We are so many tips for making pizza. We had a great time making gelato as well. What a wonderful experience, for our families would recommend over and over again.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
Just a healthy appetite and a camera to capture those pizza-making moments.
What to bring?
Just a healthy appetite and a camera to capture those pizza-making moments.
What if I have special dietary requirements?
Please contact us after booking to let us know your requirements. We’ll work with our partners to accommodate your needs.
Can I bring my children to this cooking class?
Of course, kids love this Rome experience! They have to skip the wine, of course, but otherwise they can join in like everyone else.
Do I need to have experience?
No! This is a great class for anyone at any skill level who just wants to make Italian classics with instruction from an Italian chef.
Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?
No, this tour is operated by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Rome.
Can I still come if I don't drink alcohol?
Yes, you're welcome to come! Just reach out to us directly so we can work with our partners to accommodate your needs.