Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine
Bologna, Italy

Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine

Outty Ranking 51 3.0 · 3 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $140
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51/100

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3.0/5

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Is Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine worth booking?

Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine is a 3-hour experience in Bologna, Italy, from $140 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
51 / 100
Rating
3/5 (3)
Duration
3 hours
From
$140 per person

Enjoy this hands-on 4-course cooking class in central Bologna, hosted through Classpop! and led by local chef. This immersive experience combines homemade pasta, signature pizza, and guided wine tasting for an authentic taste of Emilia-Romagna. The menu you will prepare includes: - First course: Aperitivo with the chef's signature pizza, paired with regional wine. - Second course: Handmade tortelloni filled with fresh ingredients, finished in cherry tomato and basil sauce. - Third course: Tagliatelle al ragù, Bologna’s most iconic pasta with a slow-simmered meat sauce. -Dessert: Traditional tiramisù with espresso-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream. As you cook, your talented chef will share insights into Bologna’s culinary traditions and seasonal ingredients. The class concludes with a guided wine tasting featuring standout bottles from across Italy. With its cozy downtown venue, this class blends hands-on cooking, cultural storytelling, and warm

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy this hands-on 4-course cooking class in central Bologna, hosted through Classpop! and led by local chef. This immersive experience combines homemade pasta, signature pizza, and guided wine tasting for an authentic taste of Emilia-Romagna. The menu you will prepare includes: - First course: Aperitivo with the chef's signature pizza, paired with regional wine. - Second course: Handmade tortelloni filled with fresh ingredients, finished in cherry tomato and basil sauce. - Third course: Tagliatelle al ragù, Bologna’s most iconic pasta with a slow-simmered meat sauce. -Dessert: Traditional tiramisù with espresso-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream. As you cook, your talented chef will share insights into Bologna’s culinary traditions and seasonal ingredients. The class concludes with a guided wine tasting featuring standout bottles from across Italy. With its cozy downtown venue, this class blends hands-on cooking, cultural storytelling, and warm

    What's included

    Included

    • Full 4-course menu featuring friggione, wild boar stew and tiramisù
    • Small class size for a personal experience
    • Hosted in a historic villa near Bologna

    Not included

    • Tips for the chef

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Bologna

    The chef will be waiting for you inside the venue. The address is located in the downtown area of Bologna, just a short distance from the historic city center. Look for building number 12 on Via Bellinzona. The area is residential, with typical Bolognese architecture.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    The chef will be waiting for you inside the venue. The address is located in the downtown area of Bologna, just a short distance from the historic city center. Look for building number 12 on Via Bellinzona. The area is residential, with typical Bolognese architecture.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Classpop!

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • This cooking class is designed to accommodate a variety of dietary needs! Please let us know in advance, and we'll do our best to tailor the experience to suit your preferences and restrictions.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    1 mention

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Value for money

    1 mention

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    stropertre · May 2026

    Mediocre experience; not worth the money

    This class was a disappointment. "Chef Fred", our host, has no culinary credentials. He was a golfer at an American college. Give him an "A" for entrepreneurship; he figured out how to charge tourists over $100.00 a head for a pasta making class. A four-course meal? Only if you count the tiny slice of pizza he passed out at the beginning. Wine pairings? Uh, he had two bottles of red and one bottle of white open on the table when the 10 of us arrived. When those ran low, he set out a bottle of wine he had already opened. Three hours? We were being gently shooed out the door after two hours. The lesson takes place in his apartment, so his overhead is low and his profit is high. In fairness, the pasta making part of the lesson was enjoyable. But we had no role in the preparation of the Bolognese sauce which was disappointing. And the tiramisu? My wife politely pushed it aside after one bite. The tiramisu was vastly inferior to the delicious version we had at a casual pizza place in Milan a few nights before. I signed us up for this class because we'd had a lot of fun making paella at a class in Bologna several years ago. Key differences: the lessons in Barcelona were in a commercial kitchen, so everyone had a cooking station. Second, our host in the Barcelona class was jovial and engaging. We stayed a little longer than the specified time in the Barcelona class, and the food we prepared was absolutely delicious. Clearly, this cooking classes range from the ridiculous to the sublime across the continent. Chef Fred's class was decidedly closed to the former than the latter.

    via Tripadvisor

    PeetjeH · October 2024

    Making pasta and then enjoying lunch

    Pleasant and casual atmosphere, nice reception. Especially learned to make your own pasta and clear explanations. Then had a nice dinner together

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    JaneBrunk · October 2024

    Class full, told late and not able to get rescheduled

    I registered for a class several days before traveling to Italy. After I arrived, I received a text stating that the class was actually full and offered two other tomes the next day. I registered for the morning class, and then later received another text stating that that class was also full. We were not able to reschedule the class as our flight was that evening, so we completely missed out on one of the experiences I wanted in Italy. I tried to book with other companies, but it all others were booked due to the late notice.

    via Tripadvisor

    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
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Classpop!, who run 9 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.8.

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    Why this scores 51

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)62
    Review evidence (18% weight)20
    Booking momentum (14% weight)12
    Value for money (12% weight)71
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)22
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bologna.

    How much does Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine cost?

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    Prices start at $140 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 Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine 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 Bologna is not rushed.

    Is Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 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 Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine?

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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 Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine 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 Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine?

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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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine 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 Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine?

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    Included: Full 4-course menu featuring friggione, wild boar stew and tiramisù; Small class size for a personal experience; and Hosted in a historic villa near Bologna. Not included: Tips for the chef. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine?

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    The chef will be waiting for you inside the venue. The address is located in the downtown area of Bologna, just a short distance from the historic city center. Look for building number 12 on Via Bellinzona. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine offered in?

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    It runs in English. 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 Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine?

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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 Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine 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 Tortelloni and Tagliatelle Cooking Class in Bologna + Wine?

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    Across 3 reviews averaging 3.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, value for money. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

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