
The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Bologna
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Is The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Bologna worth booking?
The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Bologna is a 2-hour experience in Bologna, Italy, from $105 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (3)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $105 per person
Your day in Bologna is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yoursel
What you get
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
- Beverages (water, wines)
- Tasting session
- Private cooking workshop
- Local taxes
About this experience
Your day in Bologna is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir. Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red. This experience is held by Cesarine: 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
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
- Beverages (water, wines)
- Tasting session
- Private cooking workshop
- Local taxes
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bologna
Bologna, Italy
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
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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
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Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Bologna. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Bolognese aperitif
Very nice. Maurizio foodie as we like them. We love to receive and have learned new ways to welcome.
via Viator (translated)
was not what we expected.
Was not what we expected, and was too expensive for what we received. I would not recommend it for the price.
Response from the operator: Dear Miriam, Thanks for taking the time to bring this to our attention. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we are gutted when we don’t meet expectations. We will use the feedback to make us better and to ensure this doesn’t happen again. We genuinely appreciate our clients' input and will utilize yours to enhance our service. We value your opinion and hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Thank you again for bringing this matter to our attention. Best regards
via Viator
Great aperitivo class
Paola was fantastic. Shexexplained everything to us. We had a wonderful time making great aperitivo.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
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 49
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The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Bologna: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bologna.
How much does The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Bologna cost?
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Prices start at $105 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 The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Bologna take?
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Plan for about 2 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 The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Bologna worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 3 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 The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy 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 The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Bologna suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Bologna?
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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 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy 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 Food Experience: Factory tours & Lunch By Italian Days, Bologna Local Pasta Cooking Class, Ragu, Spritz, Wine & Gelato, Bologna: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine. 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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