Pastamania, Gelato Included

Venice: Pasta Making & Gelato near St Mark's Square

★ 4.8 377 reviews

3 hours, free cancellation.

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Duration: 3 hours
Meeting point: Campo San Maurizio
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Included in the fare
Run by: Pastamania

Overview

This Pastamania class runs for 3 hours in central Venice and packs three activities into one sitting: pasta from scratch, a shared meal with Tuscan wine, and a gelato session. You meet at Campo San Maurizio, put on an apron, and work with rolling pins and pasta guitars to shape ravioli and fettuccine from eggs and flour.

The instructors also cover sauce making, including the classic Pommarola tomato sauce, and the review summary notes that some travellers wished the sauces, fillings, and gelato involved more hands-on instruction. Once the pasta is cooked, everyone sits down together to eat what the group made, drinking organic Tuscan wine produced at the host's own farm. The gelato session closes the class: the host explains how artisanal gelato differs from commercial ice cream, and everyone tastes the fresh result.

It suits families with children aged 8 and up, beginners who have never rolled dough, and anyone who wants a social couple of hours rather than a restaurant meal. Reviewers repeatedly mention friendly hosts, clear instructions, and easy conversation with the other guests. It works less well for vegans and anyone with gluten sensitivity or lactose intolerance, since the listing says those diets cannot be accommodated.

Two hands shaping small balls of fresh pasta dough on a wooden table

What's Included

Included

Professional instructors' guidance
All necessary cooking equipment
Ingredients for pasta, sauce, and gelato
Tasting of organic Tuscan wines
Lunch/dinner with the prepared pasta dishes

Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional food and drinks

Itinerary

Meet at Campo San MaurizioThe class meets at Campo San Maurizio, 30124 Venezia, in central Venice. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off.
Pasta making sessionWith a professional chef, learn to make ravioli and fettuccine from scratch using rolling pins and pasta guitars. The session also covers sauce techniques, including the classic Pommarola tomato sauce.
Shared meal with wineSit down with the group to eat the pasta you prepared, accompanied by the sauces and organic Tuscan wines from the host's farm. Wine is served only to participants of legal drinking age.
Gelato demonstrationThe host explains how artisanal gelato is made with traditional methods and quality ingredients, and how it differs from commercial ice cream. A tasting of the fresh gelato follows.
Return to Campo San MaurizioThe class ends back at the same campo where it started. The total experience runs 3 hours.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you decide whether this class fits your trip and your group.

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What to wear. The listing asks for comfortable clothing suitable for cooking. All necessary cooking equipment is provided as part of the class.
Hands-on level. Pasta shaping is the core activity and many reviewers found the instructions easy to follow, even for complete beginners and children. Several reviewers wished the sauces, fillings, and gelato involved more participation.
Group feel. The class is social by design. Multiple reviewers described meeting and chatting with the other participants over lunch and wine, and families said children fitted in easily. Participants must be at least 8 years old.
Food and drink. The meal of your own pasta, the sauces, and a tasting of organic Tuscan wine are included, as are the ingredients and equipment. Additional food and drinks beyond what is listed are not included, so budget separately if you want extras.
Getting there. You make your own way to Campo San Maurizio, since no hotel transfer is provided. Plan to arrive on time, as one reviewer reported a delayed start that cut short the end of their session.
Dietary limits. Food allergies and dietary restrictions must be flagged in advance. The operator cannot accommodate vegan diets, gluten sensitivity, or lactose intolerance, and smoking is not allowed.

$100from, per person

3 hoursduration

4.8across 377 guest reviews

Common issues. The class needs a minimum number of guests to run, and if the minimum is not reached the operator will contact you to offer alternative times, dates, or a full refund. Some reviewers wanted more hands-on instruction for the sauces, fillings, and gelato rather than watching. One reviewer said written recipes promised at the end never arrived, and another mentioned a late start that forced them to leave early. Guests with vegan, gluten-free, or lactose-free needs cannot be catered for.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Instruction from professional chefs, all cooking equipment, and the ingredients for pasta, sauce, and gelato are included. The price also covers a tasting of organic Tuscan wines and a meal of the pasta dishes the group prepares. Additional food and drinks beyond that are extra.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off. Everyone meets at Campo San Maurizio, 30124 Venezia, in central Venice, and the class ends back at the same point.

How Long Is The Class And What Happens?

The experience runs 3 hours. You make ravioli and fettuccine from scratch, learn sauce techniques including the classic Pommarola, then eat the pasta together with Tuscan wine and taste the gelato.

Is It Suitable For Children?

Participants must be at least 8 years old, so younger children cannot join. Reviewers who brought children, including a ten year old, said it worked well as a family activity and that the instructions were easy for kids to follow. Wine is served only to those of legal drinking age.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If the class does not reach its minimum guest count, the operator will contact you to offer alternative times, dates, or a full refund.

Can They Handle Allergies Or Special Diets?

You should tell the operator about any food allergies or dietary restrictions in advance. However, the listing states that vegan diets, gluten sensitivity, and lactose intolerance cannot be accommodated, so this class is a poor fit for those needs.