Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour
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Is Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour worth booking?
Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour is a 5-hour experience in Lake Como, Italy, from $320 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (4)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $320 per person
Cook your way to sweet success with this day-long Lake Como food tour. enjoy a private cooking class on the banks of Lake Como with your own personal chef. Create a 2-course lunch that features handmade pasta and tiramis
What you get
About this experience
Cook your way to sweet success with this day-long Lake Como food tour. enjoy a private cooking class on the banks of Lake Como with your own personal chef. Create a 2-course lunch that features handmade pasta and tiramisu, and learn about the history of the recipes.
What's included
Included
- Cooking class
- Round-trip transport by train and ferry
- Lunch
- Private guide
- Como walking tour
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Lake Como
Step ashore, and head to the venue of your cooking class to meet your personal chef. After a drink and snacks, you’ll roll up your sleeves to prepare a 2-course lunch with dishes from all around Italy. As your chef explains the ingredients, whip up a homemade pasta or risotto, followed by a traditional sweet such as tiramisu. When everything is made, sit down to eat. You’ll learn about the history of the dishes and sip on wine chosen to complement your creations.
300 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lake Como
meet Chef at the lobby in Como
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
meet Chef at the lobby in Como
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
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- YOUR TRAVEL DIARY
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking
- A maximum of 4 people per booking
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Absolutely horrible experience except for beautiful view of Lake Como
The trip started horribly with poor instructions on how to meet our guide resulting in an hour delay of departure. This is not a cooking class by any stretch of the word. Chef Momi is quite charismatic but did not attempt to teach us anything or talk about any of the food. We chopped zucchini and cleaned mussels with assistant cooks who were pleasant. we did not watch or help with any cooking and were served a lunch that was nice but not great. The description of the class we booked outlined a wonderful, food and learning experience with wine and wonderful foods and that was a lie. Our tour guide was pleasant and informed but that was not the reason we booked this tour.
Response from the operator: Hello Joan P, we are very sorry for your horrible experience as you called it. To be honest I think you are not descriving correctly all the facts so I am here to explain the situation correctly in order to clarify everything especially for other travelers intersted in taking this beautiful tour . First of all, you booked this tour through an online platform that resell our tours and after we told them to change the meeting point they didn't changed it so you were waiting at the wrong meeting point while the guide was at the ordinary meeting point. then you were surprise that the tour was private while it is written that is a Private experience with our Chef, Guide and so on.. let's go on, you took the train to reach Como and then our Chef Momi picked you up from the station to take you to his Restaurant, you arrived at Momi place which is simply wonderful, directly on the Lake with a full view on the Lake. But let's talk about the cooking class, We take the opportunity given by this review to clarify what can be expected during our cooking class. This is a Real experience in real restaurant, you are involved in the preparation of the menu of the day. You follow Momi's assistant making fresh pasta, then another assistant cook for the second dish of the day and the same thing with the dessert. In the meanwhile chef Momi is always there as supervisor and explaining some of his secretes that can be useful at home also. After this full immersion it is time to have lunch. Your lunch is served with full view on the lake, the menù is served with a bottle of wine and free time for relax after the cooking experience. After lunch our Guide escort you by boat to Como for a nice walking tour before leaving the town.
via Tripadvisor
Had a blast cooking with Momi, the...
<p>Had a blast cooking with Momi, the head chef and the owner of the restaurant. We had a great time learning and helping out. Even though my daughter and I are horrible at cooking we still enjoyed the experience and had fun doing something we dont usually do. My wife had the most fun and helped cook some of the dishes. She even cooked for the restaurants customers! The view there is picturesque and breathtaking, so it was a great place for photos as well. I highly reccommend this as it is a great experience, wether you are experienced in cooking or not. I really enjoyed it. Renzo was a great tour guide. He answered every question we had in mind and told us a lot of interesting facts with his vast knowledge about Lake Como.</p>
Response from the operator: Ciao! Thank you so much for reviewing on TripAdvisor your experience. We are so glad you had a great time and enjoyed our cooking class on Como Lake. A special thank you on behalf of all the staff, our chef Momi and our guide Renzo for choosing and visiting us. We hope to meet you and your friends again, organizing unforgettable trips to Italy. Grazie! Take care and Happy Travels!
via Viator
A fun trip to Lake Como
Our guide Renzo chatted to us all the way to Como on the train giving us a good overview of the area and was willing to answer any questions. After disembarking the train we walked to a street corner where we were picked up by Momi, the chef, in his trusty van and continued to the markets. Momi was relaxed and cheerful as he collected his fresh produce, asking us if we had any special requests. After which he drove us along a windy road beside Lake Como to the restaurant. The setting was beautiful. We were offered coffee before we entered the kitchen. We were given various chopping tasks while Momi supervised the cooking of lunch, giving us instructions on how to cook each dish. I have never encountered such a happy, relaxed chef and it reflected in the tempo of all who worked there. We were offered an aperitif while preparing the pasta. The weather was perfect for sitting outside so we were taken to our table with the most spectacular view of Lake Como. We were offered wine with lunch and then we were presented with several courses we had watched/helped being prepared earlier. Delicious. After lunch Momi drove us back to the train station. Renzo was in no hurry to board the train and took us on a walking tour of Como, famous for its silk. Nothing was too much trouble for Renzo and he was a lovely guide. He even rescued my jacket which I left at the restaurant and returned it to me in Milan.
Response from the operator: Ciao! Thank you so much for reviewing on TripAdvisor your experience. We are so glad you had a great time and enjoyed our cooking class on Como Lake. A special thank you on behalf of all the staff, our chef Momi and our guide Renzo for choosing and visiting us. We hope to meet you and your friends again, organizing unforgettable trips to Italy. Grazie! Take care and Happy Travels!
via Tripadvisor
What can I say. We met Enzo our tour...
<p>What can I say. We met Enzo our tour guide at Milan's Central Station. Enzo is local to Como and was able to give us a detailed history of the area. From Milan a short train ride to Lake Como where we met our chef and restaurant owner Momi. We then proceeded to the market where Momi picked up his food he was planning to prepare for his restaurant.<br/> The restaurant is located directly on Lake Como in a beautiful setting. Momi put us to work cleaning some squid and we got a real feel what goes on behind the scenes. We were given a chance to help with the pasta making machine. not by hand<br/> We were not too crazy about playing sous chef for a bit but when it was time to eat all I can say is wow.<br/> A short ferry ride back to Como and a train back to Milan and it turned out be a memorable day.</p>
Response from the operator: Ciao! Thank you so much for reviewing on TripAdvisor your experience. We are so glad you had a great time and enjoyed our cooking class on Como Lake. A special thank you on behalf of all the staff, our chef Momi and our guide Renzo for choosing and visiting us. We hope to meet you and your friends again, organizing unforgettable trips to Italy. Grazie! Take care and Happy Travels!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lake Como.
How much does Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour cost?
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Prices start at $320 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 Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour take?
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Plan for about 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 Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 4 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 Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour?
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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 Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour?
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Around 1 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Lake Como Cooking Class from Como - Private tour 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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