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Host: Cristina Di

Rome, Italy

USD
$135-$159 per person

Fresh Pasta & Gelato Cooking Class in a Roman Home

Host offerings
  • House
  • Professional cook
  • Pets
  • Vegetarian
  • Alcohol
  • Transportation
  • Cooking class
  • Market visit
  • Food tour

Meet Cristina Di

Cristina is a passionate Roman chef whose love for cooking began in childhood, watching her grandmother make fresh pasta every Sunday. Those moments in the kitchen left a deep impression on her and sparked a lifelong passion for traditional Italian cuisine. A certified professional chef with training from Chef Master School and Accademia del Giglio, she specializes in authentic Italian dishes, particularly Roman recipes and traditional desserts. With over seven years of experience as a personal chef and cooking class host, Cristina delights in sharing her culinary heritage with both locals and travelers. For her, cooking is a way to connect cultures, tell stories, and create memorable experiences around the table.

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.

Cooking experience: (1-20 guests) Enjoy a two-hour Italian cooking class in Rome at Cristina’s charming garden home, surrounded by centuries-old olive trees. Begin your culinary journey with a selection of local aperitifs, including bruschetta, salami, cheese, olives, and a glass of Prosecco Valdobbiadene. Learn to cook authentic Italian dishes using family recipes, traditional techniques, and fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from making two types of fresh pasta, such as bucatini, spaghetti alla chitarra, rigatoni, or fettuccine with a classic sauce and crostata, or preparing handmade ravioli, potato gnocchi, and gelato. After your hands-on cooking session, sit down to enjoy the delicious meal you prepared, paired with a glass of local wine, in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of a Roman home. This Rome cooking class is perfect for couples, families and team-building corporate groups seeking an authentic, immersive culinary experience and a taste of Italian culture in a local setting.

Notes: Cristina can accommodate a vegan, vegetarian and lactose free diet if informed in advance.

Languages spoken: English, Italian

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Appetizers: Bruschetta, local salami, cheeses, olives
  • Main Menu 1: Two artisanal Roman pastas (bucatini, spaghetti alla chitarra, rigatoni or fettuccine) served with a traditional sauce and crostata
  • Main Menu 2: Ravioli, potato gnocchi and gelato
  • Drinks: A glass of Prosecco Valdobbiadene and local wine

Traveler reviews

5.0 (4)
My friend and I did a cooking class with Cristina during our time in Rome and it was probably one of our favorite memories of our time there! Cristina is wonderful, warm and inviting. She taught us how to make ravioli, gnocchi, and gelato- and thanks to her, everything was delicious! I feel like I as leaving Italy with some great experiences, yummy recipes, and a new friend now!
- shannon March 07, 2026
A true highlight of our trip was our Traveling Spoon experience in Rome with Chef Cristina! Going to her home, making fresh pasta, learning about local ingredients, tasting EVOO from her own olive trees, and enjoying her beautiful garden, it was absolutely priceless. The day started with soft rain falling over Rome, like a blessing from the heavens, and set the perfect tone for what was to come. Chef Cristina was an absolute highlight (ask me more!). She welcomed us like family and guided us through every step of the process. Making pasta from scratch instead of from a box was a revelation, I’ll never buy boxed pasta again! This wasn’t just a cooking class; it was an immersion into Roman life, full of laughter, stories, and authentic connection. Traveling Spoon is an incredible recommendation to immersive, personal, and unforgettable.
- Lisa, SIGNATURE Travel Advisor December 30, 2025
Cristina and her family were so sweet and inviting and so lovely to spend time in their home cooking, sharing both our love for music and sharing our cultures! Would highly recommend cooking with Cristina! Was highlight of our trip and did not disappoint!
- Tam October 23, 2025
We spent an afternoon in Cristina’s beautiful, tranquil home learning to make ravioli, gnocchi, and gelato—and it was the highlight of our trip. Cristina is warm, patient, and incredibly organized; everyone had hands-on time and the dishes were absolutely delicious. It felt like cooking with family while getting pro tips you can actually use at home. Whether you’re a beginner or confident in the kitchen, this experience is a must in Rome. Highly recommend!
- Catie October 14, 2025

Cristina Di

$135-$159 USD

per person
100% VETTED
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  • 100% satisfaction guarantee or your money back
  • Credit card is not charged until the host confirms your booking
  • Private experience
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $159 $139 $135
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $159 $139 $135
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 11:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-8:00pm

Meet Cristina Di

Cristina is a passionate Roman chef whose love for cooking began in childhood, watching her grandmother make fresh pasta every Sunday. Those moments in the kitchen left a deep impression on her and sparked a lifelong passion for traditional Italian cuisine. A certified professional chef with training from Chef Master School and Accademia del Giglio, she specializes in authentic Italian dishes, particularly Roman recipes and traditional desserts. With over seven years of experience as a personal chef and cooking class host, Cristina delights in sharing her culinary heritage with both locals and travelers. For her, cooking is a way to connect cultures, tell stories, and create memorable experiences around the table.

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.

Cooking experience: (1-20 guests) Enjoy a two-hour Italian cooking class in Rome at Cristina’s charming garden home, surrounded by centuries-old olive trees. Begin your culinary journey with a selection of local aperitifs, including bruschetta, salami, cheese, olives, and a glass of Prosecco Valdobbiadene. Learn to cook authentic Italian dishes using family recipes, traditional techniques, and fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from making two types of fresh pasta, such as bucatini, spaghetti alla chitarra, rigatoni, or fettuccine with a classic sauce and crostata, or preparing handmade ravioli, potato gnocchi, and gelato. After your hands-on cooking session, sit down to enjoy the delicious meal you prepared, paired with a glass of local wine, in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of a Roman home. This Rome cooking class is perfect for couples, families and team-building corporate groups seeking an authentic, immersive culinary experience and a taste of Italian culture in a local setting.

Notes: Cristina can accommodate a vegan, vegetarian and lactose free diet if informed in advance.

Languages spoken: English, Italian

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Appetizers: Bruschetta, local salami, cheeses, olives
  • Main Menu 1: Two artisanal Roman pastas (bucatini, spaghetti alla chitarra, rigatoni or fettuccine) served with a traditional sauce and crostata
  • Main Menu 2: Ravioli, potato gnocchi and gelato
  • Drinks: A glass of Prosecco Valdobbiadene and local wine

Traveler reviews

5.0 (4)
My friend and I did a cooking class with Cristina during our time in Rome and it was probably one of our favorite memories of our time there! Cristina is wonderful, warm and inviting. She taught us how to make ravioli, gnocchi, and gelato- and thanks to her, everything was delicious! I feel like I as leaving Italy with some great experiences, yummy recipes, and a new friend now!
- shannon March 07, 2026
A true highlight of our trip was our Traveling Spoon experience in Rome with Chef Cristina! Going to her home, making fresh pasta, learning about local ingredients, tasting EVOO from her own olive trees, and enjoying her beautiful garden, it was absolutely priceless. The day started with soft rain falling over Rome, like a blessing from the heavens, and set the perfect tone for what was to come. Chef Cristina was an absolute highlight (ask me more!). She welcomed us like family and guided us through every step of the process. Making pasta from scratch instead of from a box was a revelation, I’ll never buy boxed pasta again! This wasn’t just a cooking class; it was an immersion into Roman life, full of laughter, stories, and authentic connection. Traveling Spoon is an incredible recommendation to immersive, personal, and unforgettable.
- Lisa, SIGNATURE Travel Advisor December 30, 2025
Cristina and her family were so sweet and inviting and so lovely to spend time in their home cooking, sharing both our love for music and sharing our cultures! Would highly recommend cooking with Cristina! Was highlight of our trip and did not disappoint!
- Tam October 23, 2025
We spent an afternoon in Cristina’s beautiful, tranquil home learning to make ravioli, gnocchi, and gelato—and it was the highlight of our trip. Cristina is warm, patient, and incredibly organized; everyone had hands-on time and the dishes were absolutely delicious. It felt like cooking with family while getting pro tips you can actually use at home. Whether you’re a beginner or confident in the kitchen, this experience is a must in Rome. Highly recommend!
- Catie October 14, 2025
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $159 $139 $135
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $159 $139 $135
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 11:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-8:00pm
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