About this tour
Learn to cook Caprese pasta dishes in a sun-dappled kitchen at a private villa in Anacapri, guided by Gianluca, a chef whose family has worked island kitchens for generations. Over two hours, you'll prepare lunch from scratch, taste premium local olive oils, and hear stories about living and raising a family on Capri from Gianluca's Australian wife Holly and their longtime friend Luigi. Everything's included—transport, wine, coffee, and printed recipes to take home.
Highlights
- Hands-on pasta making in a spacious villa kitchen
- Chef-owner with 12 years restaurant experience leading
- Authentic Caprese recipes passed through family generations
- Extra virgin olive oil tasting from local producers
- Stories of island life and culture from year-round residents
- Sit down to eat what you've cooked
- Private transport and wine included
What to expect
You'll arrive at a relaxed garden villa in Anacapri where Gianluca meets you in the kitchen. Expect clear, practical instruction on building pasta dough, shaping it properly, and assembling dishes the way his family does it. This isn't theatre—it's straightforward cooking with someone who's run restaurants for over a decade. Between chopping and stirring, Holly or Luigi will chat about what it's actually like raising kids on the island, the seasonal rhythms, the people. You'll taste oils side by side to understand quality differences, then sit down to a proper lunch of your own handiwork, with wine and water flowing.
Good to know
Two hours is tight but manageable for the core technique and one solid meal. Wear clothes you don't mind getting flour on. The villa kitchen is spacious, so there's room to move. Service animals welcome. Take your recipes and photos with you.
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