Private Traditional Cooking Demo with Massimo in Rome

About this tour

Spend two hours in Massimo's Rome kitchen watching him craft a traditional Roman pasta from scratch. You'll observe him prepare one of three classics—cacio e pepe, carbonara, or amatriciana—then sit down to eat what he's made, with wine or soft drinks on hand. This is a genuine peek into how Romans cook at home, not a tourist cooking workshop. Seasonal ingredients determine the final dish.

Highlights

• Watch a local Roman cook pasta dough and sauce from scratch
• Learn the story behind cacio e pepe, carbonara, or amatriciana
• Eat the finished pasta meal with Massimo and drinks included
• Private, unhurried experience in an actual Rome home
• Dietary needs accommodated: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options

What to expect

You'll arrive at Massimo's kitchen and settle in as he works through the pasta-making process step by step. Rather than cooking alongside him, you'll watch, chat, and ask questions as he moves between prep, cooking the sauce, and finishing the dish. Expect about 90 minutes of demonstration followed by sitting down together to eat. He'll explain techniques and ingredients as he goes. The whole thing unfolds at a relaxed pace—this is his home, not a school kitchen.

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