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Traditional Roman Cooking Class in Jewish Ghetto
Learn how to make pasta, seasonal vegetables, and a traditional dessert in a charming neighborhood
What's included
Passionate English-speaking chef
Homemade pasta or gnocchi
Traditional Roman meals
Classic dessert
Water and wine
Group size of 20
Guide gratuities
Hotel pick up and drop off
Itinerary
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Meet your guide in Via del Portico d’Ottavia
Begin your evening filled in the center of Rome, in a local Taverna, begin an evening filled with fine wine, great food, and good company.
Rome Jewish Ghetto
Home to the Roman Jewish community for over 300 years, this neighborhood has one of the most unique culinary scenes in the city.
Traditional restaurant and local chef
Learn to craft traditional dishes with hands-on guidance from an expert chef, who’ll share recipes passed down for generations.
Cooking class
Roll up your sleeves, unleash your inner chef, and master the simple yet secret techniques that make this neighborhood’s cuisine so special.
Freshly made pasta
You may learn to make gnocchi, pappardelle that’s perfect for hearty meat sauces, or thin tagliolini, often paired with lighter ingredients.
From novice to expert
Although the techniques may feel awkward and challenging at first, by the end of the class, you’ll have the skills of a true Italian nonna.
Pasta recipes
Having mastered the technique of pasta-making, you’ll now prepare a traditional sauce that adds the finishing touch to your noodles.
Classic Roman dinner
Between sips of local wine, bites of freshly prepared pasta, and spoonfuls of ricotta cheesecake, this is an Italian feast you won’t forget.
Your tour will end after dinner
Happily full and with a new set of skills to impress family back home, bid farewell to your head chef and newfound friends.
For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change
Select participants and date
Start times are in the product’s local time
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!
Wed, 23 Sep 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, due to the restaurant layout and uneven streets of the Jewish Quarter, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Dietary Restrictions: Gluten-free and vegetarian diets can be accommodated, please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate your needs. We will work with our tour partners to provide you with an alternative when possible. The restaurant doesn’t serve kosher meals.
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local wine; participants must be of legal drinking age in Italy (18) to partake. Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to drink.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 3-hour class includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Cooking class in the roman ghetto
Learn to make homemade pasta from scratch, and more
All tools and ingredients
Italian wine and water
Maximum group size of 15
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Government-issued ID (for those partaking in alcohol)
Umbrella if it rains
See what people are saying
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Betsy K.
July 05, 2026
So much fun!
Brenna H.
June 02, 2026
This was an unforgettable experience! Gabriella and Ascia were such a fun duo! Highly recommend!
History Served Hot
Janet W.
September 23, 2025
Streets teeming with tales — I imbibed the wise lore of Roman-Jewish tradition just making dough and frying zucchini flowers.
Pasta Perfection
Alfred B.
September 23, 2025
Fresh pasta that Chef made easy and fun! Loved the Jewish Ghetto walk and the wine with dinner.
Kids Loved It
Reginald A.
September 22, 2025
Our family had a blast! Chef was extremely patient, and even our littlest loved making gnocchi.
Sweetest Ending
Rosemary P.
September 21, 2025
This recipe for ricotta and sour cherry cake might: it's up there with the best desserts on Gojee.
Engaging for All
Chester H.
September 20, 2025
Young children, young-at-heart adults — everyone adored something. Chef made everyone feel special.
Unexpected History Lesson
Pauline B.
September 19, 2025
One of our favorite evenings and I felt like I learned more about Jewish Rome than sightseeing in 3 days.
A Night in Roman Rhythm
Bernard O.
September 18, 2025
Slow food, slow stories, slow sips — all so very Italian from beginning to end.
More Than Cooking
Ruth M.
September 17, 2025
Came away with new friends, new talents and a real taste for Jewish Roman culture.
Comfort Food & Conversation
Lester B.
September 15, 2025
Chill vibes here — and great for solo travelers or couples. Laughs aplenty; served with gnocchi and wine.
The Real Roman Supper
Frances B.
September 12, 2025
Even better than any restaurant (because we made it ourselves, with love) and eaten family style.
Good Vibes & Big Flavors
Kent B.
September 09, 2025
No pressure, only culinary delight, jokes and generous swigs of wine.
Street Views, Table Laughs
Joyce S.
September 06, 2025
Loved eating our pasta in a busy part of Rome. The view from our window was just as good as our meal!
Best Value in Rome
Clifford F.
September 03, 2025
Wine, three courses, chef-knows-best — infinitely preferable (and memorable) to any restaurant dinner.
Ishita P.
September 02, 2025
Heart of Jewish Rome
Margaret M.
August 30, 2025
With the sounds, sensations, and sagas you will feel an atmosphere of Ghetto return to life.
Stories, Skills, and Sips
Stanley D.
August 26, 2025
Stranded with pasta spins, fried veggie tricks and wine pairings I’ll use for the rest of my days.
Loved the Small Group
Theresa I.
August 22, 2025
Individual attention, motivation and new friends — so much better than a large group tour.
Food Stories With Every Bite
Roland K.
August 18, 2025
Each dish was served with stories of tradition, Jewish history and Roman panache.
A Feast for All Ages
Joanna C.
August 14, 2025
Multi-generational fun! Grandparents of teens savored every step, from dough to dessert.
Full of Surprises
Byron N.
August 10, 2025
Surprisingly entertaining — each of the guests put their own interesting spin on traditional recipes. The meal reflected everyone’s personalities.
Chef Made Us Shine
Lillian P.
August 06, 2025
Whether a beginner or someone with some experience in the pasta-making department, these were lovely pastas. The cook cheered us on, and rejoiced every time we hit a small victory!
Rohan S.
August 05, 2025
Lively, Local, and Laid-Back
Hugh M.
August 02, 2025
Not a traditional class — kind of an informal Roman dinner party with some teaching on the side.