Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine
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4.8/5
Based on 217 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine worth booking?
Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine is a 3-hour experience in Lucca, Italy, from $43 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 217 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 86 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (217)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $43 per person
Enjoy a 3-hour hands-on cooking class in Lucca and learn 2 pasta recipes and tiramisu from scratch while connecting with a real Italian family in his local home. Add a market tour before the class for an immersive culina
What you get
- Ingredients, kitchen equipments and apron for the class
- Local wines
- 3 recipes hands-on cooking class
- 3-course lunch or dinner
- Water and soft drinks for kids
- Italian Espresso
About this experience
Enjoy a 3-hour hands-on cooking class in Lucca and learn 2 pasta recipes and tiramisu from scratch while connecting with a real Italian family in his local home. Add a market tour before the class for an immersive culinary experience. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends with this small-group class. • 3-hour hands-on pasta and tiramisu class in Lucca • Lunch or dinner with wines, water and espresso included • Learn Italy’s cooking secrets and amaze your loved ones back home
What's included
Included
- Ingredients, kitchen equipments and apron for the class
- Local wines
- 3 recipes hands-on cooking class
- 3-course lunch or dinner
- Water and soft drinks for kids
- Italian Espresso
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lucca
This experience will be held in a local family's home located in Lucca or in the nearby based on the availability. For privacy reason, you will receive the full address of your host after you've booked.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This experience will be held in a local family's home located in Lucca or in the nearby based on the availability. For privacy reason, you will receive the full address of your host after you've booked.
Options you can book
2 Pasta Recipes and Tiramisu
3hours Hands-on Cooking Class : You’ll learn to make two fresh pasta recipes from scratch and a classic tiramisù together with your Cesarina
Express: Lasagna Making Class
2hours Hands-on Cooking Class:: Learn the authentic, handed-down recipe of Lasagna alla Bolognese together with your Cesarina
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 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Cesarine: Cooking Class
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 217 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
217 verified traveler reviews for Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
We Found Our Lucca Familia!
If you’re looking for an experience with an Italian familia, this is the one!! Monica and Paola were such gracious and loving hosts. They took every measure to make sure our experience was beautiful and filled with knowledge and learning and the sense of familia. We learned to make two kinds of pasta from scratch, we tasted different flours and talked about how ingredients affect the final product. Everything we used was fresh and organic. We enjoyed a delicious bread “chip” as an antipasti, and then delicious bruschetta so flavorful. We sampled a beautiful ricotta with homemade herbed olive oil and herbed salt. We made the pasta and then cooked it. To serve the pasta, it was complemented by two very different but equally delicious sauces and a delightful red wine. We had an option of two desserts to choose from and enjoyed each very much, along with a delightful dessert wine. Monica takes great pride in being able to really effectively teach the students proper technique and innate cooking lore that will help them reproduce the dishes learned in Lucca when they return home. She inspired both of us to consider more cooking with fresh and organic ingredients. This experience was definitely a highlight of our adventure and we would highly recommend and repeat when we are in Lucca again.
via Viator
Great Italian experience
We had an amazing time with our guide Monica in Lucca. She took extra care to make sure we all had a go, made us feel like we were cooking with friends and family altogether and took the time to explain all that goes into making pasta from scratch. Highly recommend Monica!
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Expereince
Monica was an exceptional teacher who provided us with an unforgettable learning experience. Her warm hospitality and genuine care made us feel like family. She is passionate about sharing the authentic traditions and explained each step with meaning. Not only will I cherish the lessons she taught , but I will also treasure the memories I created with my mom. Monica’s kindness and expertise ensured that we had the best class experience. It felt like I was back in my nonna’s kitchen, reliving childhood memories. Thank you, Monica, for creating an experience that I can share with my mother, a memory we will cherish forever. I am excited to practice my pasta-making and tiramisu skills at home and sharing them with my friends and family. This was an experience I will never forget, and I am incredibly grateful to have been a part of it. Thank you once again for your incredible experience, and I highly recommend this class to anyone. I would also like to express my gratitude to Monica for her teaching.
via Viator
Absolutely amazing experience
Our pasta-making class with Rossana and Alberto was absolutely incredible! It was one of the highlights of our trip to Italy and such a special experience from start to finish. They were both so warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about sharing their love of Italian food and culture. The class was not only fun and hands-on, but we learned so much about making authentic Italian pasta. Everything we made was absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere felt so personal and relaxed. Rossana and Alberto made us feel like we were spending the day with old friends rather than simply attending a cooking class. We couldn’t recommend this experience more! If you’re visiting Italy, this is an experience you absolutely need to add to your trip. Thank you, Rossana and Alberto, for such a memorable and wonderful experience—we will be talking about this pasta class for years to come! ❤️
via Viator
Monica is an incredible...
Monica is an incredible teacher and clearly enjoys sharing her wealth of knowledge of Italian cooking, wines and culture. Monica was a very gracious hostess, making you feel a part of her family and I would highly recommend this experience with her.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $43 to $155
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 76
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 86
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lucca.
How much does Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine cost?
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Prices start at $43 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lucca usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Lucca is not rushed.
Is Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 217 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Lucca, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine?
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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 Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine?
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Around 76 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 Lucca 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 Lucca and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lucca: Cook with an Italian Mamma – Pasta & Tiramisu by Cesarine 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 Lucca 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 Lucca?
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On Outty we rank every Lucca experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Lucca: Wine Tasting Experience - Tenuta Adamo Winery, Lucca’s Ultimate Food Tour: Full Tuscan Meal by Do Eat Better, Tuscan Wine Tour in Lucca by van. 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 Lucca?
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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 Lucca?
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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.
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