Cooking course on a panoramic terrace overlooking the sea in Otranto

Enjoy an experience that brings together local gastronomy and a breathtaking panorama in the same location.
The cooking class is hosted in Otranto’s most attractive viewpoint: a terrace belonging to a historic residence overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Here you will learn how to make fresh pasta as well as the recipe for a traditional Apulian dessert.
At the end of the cooking class, you will be served lunch or dinner to share with the local family hosting this unforgettable experience.
This is an opportunity not to be missed if you are looking for a chance to get in touch with the most authentic Apulian traditions.

Get your hands in the dough!

After enjoying a succulent aperitif with typical Apulian products, including wine and extra virgin olive oil, we will begin our cooking class.
Depending on the menu of the day, which is constantly being changed according to the seasonality of raw materials, we will learn how to prepare traditional Apulian pasta shapes: orecchiette, sagne ncannulate, gnocchi, ciciri e tria.
The pasta will then be used to prepare a vegetarian recipe, which will then be served with a local wine.
The cooking course also includes the preparation of a traditional Apulian dessert that will be enjoyed together with an homemade spirit.
In accordance with the authentic local tradition, at the end of the experience, leftover food will be packed up and guests will be able to take it away with them.

Where the cooking course takes place

The course is hosted on the panoramic terrace of an ancient residence located in the old town of Otranto, one of the most beautiful small towns in Puglia.
The residence is located in the city’s most evocative spot, in via Bastione dei Pelasgi. In fact, this street is situated on top of one of the mighty defensive walls surrounding the old town of Otranto. This tract of city wall stands right on the sea.
The terrace therefore directly overlooks the Adriatic Sea, offering a breathtaking view to its guests.

Reasons for choosing this experience

• Learning to cook with locals is the best way to discover the true Italian culture
• The cooking course takes place in a historic house overlooking the sea
• You will learn how to prepare a first course and an Apulian dessert
• At the end of the lessons, we will provide you with a recipe book of dishes prepared together

How to book the class

Contact us by filling out the form available on this page indicating the number of participants and the type of tour you would like to take part in.
Alternatively, you can send us an email to the following email address: [email protected]
We will reply as soon as possible providing you with all necessary information to make you live an unforgettable experience in Puglia.

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