Genuine Home Cooking Class + Wine Tasting

This was the best experience we had on the coast. They went above and beyond for my fiancé and I. Aside from the amazing food Carla taught us how to make, her and her husband have the biggest hearts in all of Amalfi. They truly made sure that we were taken care of even outside of the cooking class. Carla was SO good at making pasta, she showed us all of the ways to make different shapes. Her garden was full of fresh herbs. Rocco came down to grab us from the drop off area. They went above and beyond for my fiancés proposal. If we ever come back, I will be calling our new friends up right away. Thank you for everything.

Carla and Rocco are truly the sweetest family, and this was hands down one of the best experiences my husband, Julièn, and I had during our honeymoon in Italy. We booked a private cooking class at their beautiful home, and from start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect. Rocco even came to find us so we wouldn’t have any trouble locating the house. From the moment we arrived, he made us feel like family. He welcomed us with the most delicious homemade wine (I’m still begging him to bottle and sell it someday!), and his warm, funny personality instantly made us feel at home. Their backyard is absolutely breathtaking, with incredible views and beautiful fruit trees all around. It felt like stepping into a dream. Carla was an amazing teacher. She showed us how to make fresh pasta completely from scratch in such an easy, fun, and approachable way. She was patient, encouraging, and answered every question we had. She made sure both my husband and I had the chance to learn every step, and she created such a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. It honestly felt like cooking with family. One of our favorite moments was getting to meet their adorable daughter at the end. It was such a special surprise, and we loved spending time with all of them. We truly didn’t want the class to end. The meal was incredible, the flavors were to die for. The homemade dessert, their delicious zuppa inglese—was absolute perfection. This wasn’t just a cooking class; it was an unforgettable experience that became one of the highlights of our honeymoon. Carla and Rocco made our trip so incredibly special, and we are already talking about coming back. Every time we visit Italy, this will be at the top of our list, and next time we’re bringing our friends with us. If you’re looking for an authentic Italian experience filled with incredible food, breathtaking views, and the kindest people you’ll ever meet, this is it. Thank you, Carla and Rocco, for welcoming us into your home and hearts. We’ll never forget you!

We loved this cooking class! An absolute highlight of our honeymoon, this cooking class offered a warm, friendly, and fun introduction to Praiano and the local cuisine. The hosts (husband and wife) were so lovely and kind, literally hosting us in their backyard and sharing their family recipes. We learned how to make a variety of pasta shapes and made an Italian dessert. The wine kept flowing and the small group setting was lovely. Recommend!

Great in-home cooking class with Carla and Rocco. So much fun to have an experience with a local family. Small group size (1 other couple) also made the experience very enjoyable.

We had such an amazing time with Rocco and Carla. We laughed and learned so much about making pasta. I highly recommend this experience!

We had the best time with Rocco and Carla. They treated our family and children so well being very patient and showing the kids how to make pasta. The food was amazing as well as the wine and learning recipes passed down generations was a unique experience. It was far better than any of the restaurant cooking classes as it was authentic and family style. We loved learning about their family and culture and spending the day there it was well worth the money and the experience.

Rocco and Carla give you a fantastic experience where you are welcomed in a beautiful location at their home with insanely beautiful views of the sea. In addition to the cooking class, they also share a lot about life on the Amalfi Coast. Super welcoming and delicious food and local wine tasted.

A truly incredible and special experience! It is an honor to be invited into someone’s home to learn cooking and growing traditions. I cannot recommend this experience enough. Grazie Rocco, Carla, Alexandro, e Mare Giada! Sono molto grata per la esperienza.

Everything was perfect! Beautiful view, everyone was so kind and welcoming, and the food was delicious! Can’t wait to return on on our next visit!

We had the best experience at our cooking class in Praiano at Be Genuine with Carla and Rocco! They welcomed us into their outdoor kitchen overlooking their garden and the sea. Rocco explained everything to us and Carla was the one who we cooked with. They first gave us a beautiful appetizer platter, then we made a fabulous dessert and finally we made two types of pasta. Everything was so simple, but extremely fresh and delicious! I would highly recommend you book this cooking class! It’s a 10/10 experience for sure!