When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto in Rome
Rome, Italy

When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto

Outty Ranking 74 4.9 · 48 traveler reviews2.5 hoursFrom $70

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74/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 48 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto worth booking?

When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto is a 2.5-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $70 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 48 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
74 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (48)
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$70 per person

Learn how to make authentic roman-style pasta from a professional Chef that started to cook with her Grandma! Meet your host in Piazza Mattei, one of the most fascinating squares of Rome,just in the heart of the Jewish

What you get

  • Equipment: All kitchen and cooking equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Your Souvenir: 100% cotton Apron
  • Drinks: Italian wine and water
  • Meal: Fresh homemade pasta, a seasonal fried specialty, and ricotta & visciole Tart
  • Free Cookbook and Best Restaurants' guides

About this experience

Learn how to make authentic roman-style pasta from a professional Chef that started to cook with her Grandma! Meet your host in Piazza Mattei, one of the most fascinating squares of Rome,just in the heart of the Jewish Ghetto, a charming area beloved by locals and full of history. Enjoy the easy-going happy lifestyle! Learning history and legend around the Jewish district and its unique food style. You’ll learn to make home-made pasta from scratch, cleaning and preparing seasonal vegetables to fry, like artichokes or zucchini flowers or other amazing fresh vegetable to make the original “fritto romano”. In the end taste the amazing torta di ricotta e visciola, the famous ricotta cheesecake made with simple and delicious ingredients. The experience is suitable to everyone, kids, vegan people, vegetarians are welcome.

What's included

Included

  • Equipment: All kitchen and cooking equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Your Souvenir: 100% cotton Apron
  • Drinks: Italian wine and water
  • Meal: Fresh homemade pasta, a seasonal fried specialty, and ricotta & visciole Tart
  • Free Cookbook and Best Restaurants' guides

Not included

  • Personal shopping
  • Additional food not included in the program
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Rome

Meet the guide outside the restaurant la Taverna

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Meet the guide outside the restaurant la Taverna

Options you can book

  • Shared Pasta cooking Class

  • Special Pics Cooking

    Be the chef & our social Star: You will be our star ! take part on our our "social media cooking class"

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
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
GOURMETALY FOOD TOURS OF ROME

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Note: clients are solely responsible for their health conditions, we cannot guarantee special food requirements
  • Please note that these allergens can be present in the tastings: milk, eggs, soya, mustard, nuts and gluten.
  • Note: This is not a Kosher cooking class
  • Not recommended for allergic to gluten

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 48 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Food and drink

7 mentions

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

The guide

3 mentions

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

Knowledge and storytelling

2 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Photo opportunities

2 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Good for families

2 mentions

Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

Traveler reviews

48 verified traveler reviews for When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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111pamelai · August 2026

Fun hands on foodie experience

Interesting and informative experience. Gabrielli is an amazing chef and Lisa provided excellent conversation and insight to the area and beyond. Highly recommend this excursion. Food was delicious.

via Tripadvisor

jules623 · June 2026

Fantastic!

This was such a fun experience. There were 3 of us, and we ended up having a private class since others that signed up didn’t show (their loss). Our guide and chef were fantastic, the food was excellent and we had a great conversation and learned a lot about the area. Everyone from the chef to the wait staff to our guide were so friendly and accommodating. If you are considering taking a class, I highly recommend this one!

Response from the operator: DEar Jules, we are happy that you enjoyed your cooking class in Rome so much. THis is a really authentic experience, we are definitely sure that you will not forget your crazy chef and the incredible history of this restaurants that dates back almost 100 years

via Tripadvisor

dansD3342CT · June 2026

Great experience!

What a great experience. The class was so much fun. It was refreshing to have a restaurant that is willing to let you take up space and product in their open restaurant to show you technique in making pasta but also give you a small history lesson on the food that you’re making and the influence the surrounding area had on the different recipes.

Response from the operator: This is amazing thanks a lot cheers

via Tripadvisor

Travel793843 · June 2026

Fun cooking class

Very friendly and fun experience! We had a great experience. Lily was outstanding. Would highly recommend.

via Tripadvisor

309arib · May 2026

We cooked, we drank, we laughed, we ate. And ate. And ate.

The best experience we had in Italy!

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
2.5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Price range
$70 to $97
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
17
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 74

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
Review evidence (18% weight)53
Booking momentum (14% weight)46
Value for money (12% weight)63
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)74
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto: questions travelers ask

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

How much does When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto cost?

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Prices start at $70 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto take?

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Plan for about 2.5 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 Rome is not rushed.

Is When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 48 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto?

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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 When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto?

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Around 17 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 Rome 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 Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does When in Rome: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in the Jewish Ghetto 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 Rome 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 Rome?

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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. 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 Rome?

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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. 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 Rome?

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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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