
Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 22 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna worth booking?
Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna is a 4.5-hour experience in Bologna, Italy, from $154 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 22 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (22)
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- From
- $154 per person
Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with a local home cook and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Bologna cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by local wines. During the lesson, your host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Bologna recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Participants will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.
What you get
About this experience
Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with a local home cook and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Bologna cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by local wines. During the lesson, your host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Bologna recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Participants will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.
What's included
Included
- Learn and taste 3 Italian recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert)
- Hands-on private cooking class
- Private guided market tour
- Alcoholic beverages
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bologna
Bologna, Italy
Part of this experience will be held in a local's home. For privacy reasons, you will receive the full address of your Cesarina host after you have booked. We will contact you by e-mail after you've booked to match you up with your ideal host based on what you are looking for.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Bologna · Bologna, Italy
Options you can book
Afternoon Class No Market
Duration: 3 hours Pasta and Tiramisu Class : You’ll learn to make two fresh pasta recipes from scratch and a classic tiramisù together with your Cesarina
Morning Class with Market
4.5hours : Visit the local market in the morning, enjoy a cooking class and a 3-course menu at a local's home
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Cesarine: Cooking Class
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 22 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
22 verified traveler reviews for Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Bologna cooking class
Rosa was the warmest, lovely hostess. She made us feel welcome and taught us how to make several wonderful Bologna dishes. We had a great time.
via Viator
Paola was amazing!
We did a market tour and cooking class with our host Paola. What an enjoyable experience. Paola was very knowledgeable and although we had already done a walking tour, she had a lot of new information to tell us! We then went to Paola’s house which was a short walk out of the city wall and she taught us to make tagliatelle, piadena and tiramisu. We were then invited to sit in her lovely garden and enjoy the food we made, along with additional food that Paola had prepared. Great experience, thank you!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience!
Excellent food prepared by us with excellent instruction by our chef Mauricio! It’s not only great food. It’s great companionship great conversation. We only wish we had more time to spend.
via Viator
All I can say is, Oriana...
All I can say is, Oriana is Bologna’s hidden gem. Smart, genuine, skillful, wonderful teacher. I could have chilled with her all day. Also, finders keepers!
via Viator
Tour of local market and 3-course lunch
We were on a tight schedule in Bologna, and were happy to find this cooking class geared towards making a visit to a local market and learning to prepare a homemade 3-course lunch. Although there was a bit of confusion initially on the meeting location (the Viator app indicated the meeting point to be near the Neptune Fountain in the city center, while one of the e-mails listed the address of the instructor's home), we were able to connect with the instructor to begin the tour. We were introduced to the Mercato Delle Erbe, where we picked up ingredients for our lunch. Some of the shops were closed due to merchants being on holiday during the month of August. However, we found some tomatoes, peaches, local squacquerone cheese, mortadella, guanciale, and fresh piadina wraps. We also stopped by a local bakery (Valentini), where we were introduced to some ravioli shaped shortbread-like cookies. Our instructor Maurizio was such a friendly host, and welcomed us into his beautiful home. We first enjoyed a quick piadina snack (local sandwich). We then enjoyed making our bruschetta appetizer. Maurizio taught us how to make homemade tagliatelle in a tomato based sauce. We finished the meal with a delicious peach cake. It's an experience we will always treasure from our travels there. Thank you for the wonderful lesson!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $154 to $189
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Cesarine: Cooking Class, who run 544 experiences we rank across 38 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.1 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
See everything Cesarine: Cooking Class runsWhy this scores 72
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Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bologna.
How much does Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna cost?
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Prices start at $154 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bologna usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna take?
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Plan for about 4.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bologna is not rushed.
Is Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 22 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bologna, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bologna can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bologna and add a light layer if any part of the 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bologna within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bologna?
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On Outty we rank every Bologna experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Bologna Local Pasta Cooking Class, Ragu, Spritz, Wine & Gelato, Bologna Food Experience: Factory tours & Lunch By Italian Days, Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bologna?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bologna?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna?
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Included: Learn and taste 3 Italian recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert); Hands-on private cooking class; Private guided market tour; and Alcoholic beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna?
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The experience starts at Bologna, Bologna, Italy. Part of this experience will be held in a local's home. For privacy reasons, you will receive the full address of your Cesarina host after you have booked. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna offered in?
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It is offered in English and Italian. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Bologna. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna?
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Across 22 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Bologna?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Afternoon Class No Market, Morning Class with Market. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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