Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como
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Is Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como worth booking?
Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como is a 4.5-hour experience in Lake Como, Italy, from $100 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (10)
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- From
- $100 per person
Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with the Cesarina and immerse yourself in a small group cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Como cuisine and
What you get
About this experience
Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with the Cesarina and immerse yourself in a small group cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Como cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Como recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant 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. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
What's included
Included
- Beverages (water, wines and coffee)
- Shared cooking class
- Small group guided market tour
- Shared 3-course dinner or 3-course lunch
- Local taxes
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lake Como
This experience will be held in one of our Cesarina homes and, for privacy reason, you will receive the full address of your Cesarina host after you have booked. We will contact you after you've booked to match you up with your ideal Cesarina based on what you are looking for.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This experience will be held in one of our Cesarina homes and, for privacy reason, you will receive the full address of your Cesarina host after you have booked. We will contact you after you've booked to match you up with your ideal Cesarina based on what you are looking for.
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
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 10 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 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 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
10 verified traveler reviews for Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Cooking with our new friends
Our cooking class with Vincenzo and Stephania today was perfect and Delicious! We shopped for our fresh ingredients and helped with the meal from step one. Homemade pasta, homemade tiramisu and our polpo Ragu came out perfectly! We enjoyed their terrace and sitting and conversing with them. Such a fun and lovely couple!
via Viator
Shop and cook like a local!
Our Chef Anna first took us through a local fresh market to explain where all the food comes from and why it is so important to the taste. We were able to sample some of the produce and cheeses. Then as we strolled back to her home kitchen, she gave us a mini tour of the medieval parts of Como. Once we were in her kitchen she instructed us in preparing some fresh pastas, sauces and tiramisu. All delicious. We loved this activity! She even sent us some recipes to try at home.
via Viator
A great way to immerse yourself in Italian culture.
A terrific Day today! We booked a cooking class, Viator hooked us up with Cesarina Vincenzo e Stefania. We started the day with Vincenzo taking us to the supermarket to purchase the ingredients. He showed us how to find fresh ingredients and taught us about Italian wines. He then took us to their home to teach us how to cook an authentic fresh Italian meal. While he started the ragu (sauce) he had us prepare the appetizer, which was basically a crescent roll filled with smoked cheese and braciola (meat) topped with an egg wash and sesame seeds. The whole time the Prosecco was flowing. While the appetizer and the ragu were cooking Stefania showed us how to make Tiarmasu. We had a little break and ate our appetizers and the white wine was flowing. If Vincenzo saw an empty glass he would get the bottle and pour more. After our appetizers they taught us how to make fresh pasta, making the dough from semolina flour and water. Once this was done and cooked the pasta was added to the sauce and our meal was ready to eat. And the red wine flowed. After the meal we ate our Tiarmasu and had limnocello. I know it seems like with all the wine and limnocello we should be getting drunk but we were not. With all the activities and food it didn't really have that affect, we just had a great time immersing ourselves in the culture. Eating , drinking and conversing over the meal, swapping stories of how each couple met and fell in love. It was a great experience! Stefania and Vincenzo were marvelous hosts and made the day very special.
via Viator
A wonderful Italian experience
What a delightful couple who welcomed us into their home and served us a delicious lunch. They were expert teachers and had us participating in all stages of our lunch which included appetizer of salmon and cheese wrapped in a stuffed pastry, homemade pasta with clam sauce and tiramisu. This was all accompanied by delicious Prosecco and white wine throughout. We would recommend them for all visitors to the area.
via Viator
Delicious and delightful!
This was SUCH a delightful way to spend a day in Como!! Anna was so, so, so lovely and I enjoyed my time with her immensely. The market tour/experience was truly one-of-a-kind, and the class was so enjoyable. The class was also held in the most beautiful building (in the process of being renovated) for an added benefit of the adventure. Anna was a fantastic host and I learned so much! Extra appreciation bc I was a solo booker/attendee - and she still held the class for me. Thank you so much, Anna!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $100 to $199
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lake Como.
How much does Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lake Como usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como 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 Lake Como is not rushed.
Is Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lake Como, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como?
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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 Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como 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 Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como?
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Around 4 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 Lake Como 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 Lake Como and add a light layer if any part of the 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Como 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 Lake Como 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 Lake Como?
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On Outty we rank every Lake Como experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano: 2 Countries in 1 Day, Boat Cruise, Como, Bellagio & Varenna: Small Group from Milan with Boat Cruise, Small-Group Lake Como: Bellagio, Varenna, Hidden Gorge & Boat. 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 Lake Como?
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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 Lake Como?
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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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