Guided Market Tour and Cooking Class in Lake Como

Meet Annamaria

Annamaria's love for cooking began at the age of 15, learning from her grandmother and creating simple dishes inspired by Lombard cuisine. As a teenager, she cooked for her parents and continued to explore new recipes through numerous culinary courses in Italy and around the world. Her career includes owning a restaurant in Milan and a bar and diner in Ibiza. Now, she hosts home cooking classes and works as a private chef. Her passion for food led Annamaria to explore nutrition, which she plans to incorporate into her classes to teach healthy, balanced meals. She combines her culinary expertise and nutrition knowledge to offer a holistic cooking experience, focusing on both flavor and health.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

In-home meal (1 - 20 guests)

Cooking experience (1 - 20 guests) Join Annamaria for an unforgettable cooking class in her cozy and elegant home overlooking the stunning Lake Como. Located in Lierna, a charming town with rich history dating back to ancient Rome, Annamaria (and her two friendly dogs) welcomes you into her home with homemade coffee to experience the art of Italian cooking. In your hands-on Lake Como cooking class learn how to make fresh dough, roll out pastry, and shape handmade pasta from scratch. Throughout the class, Annamaria will guide you through the process of making pasta - explaining the different types of flour used, and showing you how to roll and shape the dough using both a rolling pin and a pasta machine and how to prepare pasta fillings using seasonal, fresh ingredients. After cooking, relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor at a beautiful outdoor dining table (weather permitting), complemented by desert, wine and great conversation. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cook, Annamaria’s Lake Como cooking classes offer an intimate and memorable experience in one of Italy’s most scenic regions.

For the cooking class, you can learn to cook fresh egg pasta and tiramisu or risotto and panna cotta or pizza or gnocchi and tiramisu. Please let Annamaria know your preference while booking your Lake Como food experience online.

Market visit (1 - 20 guests) Experience the best of Lake Como with a guided local market tour followed by a hands-on cooking class with Annamaria. Begin your adventure at her cozy home, then take a short walk to the vibrant neighborhood market, where you’ll immerse yourself in the local atmosphere. As you explore the market, engage in friendly conversations with local vendors, sample regional products, and learn about the unique ingredients that make Italian cuisine so special. You'll have the opportunity to purchase fresh ingredients for your cooking class, ensuring your meal is made with the best seasonal produce. After the market tour, return to Annamaria's home, where you'll transform these freshly sourced ingredients into delicious dishes in a fun and interactive cooking class.

This experience is perfect for anyone looking to dive into Lake Como’s culinary culture and discover authentic local flavors. Whether you’re a food lover or simply seeking unique things to do in Lake Como, this guided market tour and cooking class will provide you with an unforgettable, hands-on experience.