Cooking Class in Venice: Market Tour and Homemade Fresh Pasta

Immerse yourself in the historical market with a local chef and learn how to create authentic Italian recipes!

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Morning class 100€ / Evening class 90€

Top cooking class

Experience's rated 5 stars

Cozy atmosphere

Up to 8 guests

Once in a lifetime

Guests says it´s unique

Cancellation flexibility

Up to 48h before the start time

OUR COOKING CLASSES IN THE HEART OF VENICE:

Market-to-Table: 4-Hour Morning Experience

I invite you to an experience that goes beyond cooking: It’s a journey through the authentic flavors, history, and soul of Venice.

We’ll start at the Rialto Market, the beating heart of the city for over 800 years. Together, we’ll wander through colorful stalls, breathe in the rich scents, and chat with local fishmongers who know the lagoon like no one else, while picking out the best seasonal ingredients for our class. Then, we’ll stroll through narrow alleys and quiet squares until we reach my Cooking Atelier, tucked away in a 16th-century Venetian home, far from the tourist crowds.

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Once we step inside, aprons on, we get to work!

We’ll prepare a full and unforgettable menu:

•Handmade fresh pasta or gnocchi, with a sauce made from scratch: from traditional ragù to vegetarian or seafood variations.

•A main course inspired by the market: Adriatic or lagoon fish, tender meat, or flavorful seasonal vegetables.

•And finally… my signature Tiramisù, made together step by step, with a secret touch that makes it truly special.

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We’ll toast with a good local wine, cook with a smile, and enjoy plenty of laughs, aromas, and stories.

And if the sun is shining, we’ll enjoy our meal in the private courtyard, a peaceful little corner hidden in the heart of Venice.

Cooking and Connection: 3-Hour Evening Experience

Discover the most authentic, healthy, and creative side of Italian cuisine in the heart of Venice. I’ll guide you through a hands-on culinary journey where Italian tradition meets wellness, with dishes that are wholesome, inclusive, and full of flavor.

It all starts from a simple idea: cooking well using fresh, seasonal, high quality ingredients, while respecting everyone’s tastes and dietary needs.

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We’ll begin with a welcome cocktail inspired by Venetian tradition, the perfect way to break the ice and toast to our experience together. Then, aprons on, we’ll cook side by side:

• Handmade fresh pasta or gnocchi, paired with a sauce made from scratch: from classic ragù to vegetarian or seafood-based options.

• A main course inspired by the market: Adriatic fish, tender meat, or flavorful seasonal vegetables.

• And to finish… my signature Tiramisù, prepared step by step together, with the secret touch that makes it truly special.

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Throughout the class, we’ll sip on local wine, share stories, laughs, and practical cooking tips you’ll want to bring home with you. At the end, we’ll sit down around the table, either indoors or, weather permitting, in the private courtyard, to enjoy the delicious dishes we’ve prepared, in a warm, welcoming, and truly Venetian atmosphere.

Cooking Class in Venice: Market Tour and Fresh Pasta

eating your handmade pasta in a courtyard

What's included?

3 Italian recipes to prepare together from scratch:

Homemade pasta or gnocchi handed down through generations with its delicious sauce that change according to the seasonality of the products available on the market
Starter or second course of meat, fish (from the Lagoon or the Adriatic sea) or vegetables (from the venetian gardens)
My original recipe of the famous Tiramisù

Welcome venetian aperitif (also non-alcoholic version)
Prosecco Doc Extra Dry, a local wine
A selection of soft drinks

Included only in the morning class! Let’s start the day by meeting at the historic Rialto Market* where local people from around Venice still buy fresh produce every day. So get involved and feel the vibe. There are stalls selling fresh vegetables from the green gardens of Venice and spices from the Middle East. There is also a large Fish Market inside, the Pescheria** where the local fisherman brings fresh fish just after fishing in the local Laguna and the Adriatic Sea.

* Rialto Market is closed on national holidays and on the evening classes ** The Fish Market is closed on mondays so we’ll focus more on meat and vegetables.

Aprons during the class to protect your clothes
Recipes and Venetian tips after the class
Connection Wifi

Get to know the Chefs

Ciao! My name is Filippo, a passionate Venetian chef shaped by tradition, travel, and a lifelong love for cooking. I grew up watching my parents and grandparents bring Italian recipes to life. That spark led me to train in Venice, then refine my skills in Paris, the home of haute cuisine, and work as a chef in Manchester before returning to my roots. Now, I invite you into my kitchen to experience the real taste of Venice. Join me for a hands-on cooking class where tradition, flavor, and passion come together in every dish.

Filippo Zane

Chef

Ciao! My name is Vanessa, and my passion for cooking was born in childhood and it never left me. Over the years, I’ve combined hands-on experience with deep study, exploring the world of nutrition and enriching it with the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Today, I create healthy, flavorful, and creative dishes designed to suit a variety of dietary styles, without ever compromising on taste. In my classes, I share more than just recipes: I teach how to cook with love and awareness, to nourish body, mind, and spirit through food.

Vanessa Bianchin

Chef

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Guests reviews

Filippo curated a masterclass of Venetian cooking. Starting from the market where he selected the best and freshest seafood, he put together a wonderful and delicious lesson on food. He was especially really good with 2 kids in our group. We made the best tiramisu I’ve eaten in Italy. Highly, highly recommend this activity for anyone looking for a truly wonderful experience in Venice!

Eric Airbnb review - March 2024

With 15+ years in the culinary field, Chef has earned the hearts and pallets of our our group and the vendors in the fresh open-air markets! No more of the ‘ordinary’ day-to-day plate but fulfilling the dreams of his grandmother by sharing her traditional recipes with his own ideas and creating an experience you shall not soon forget. Your time with Chef is “hands on” so everyone prepares the meal, if you wish. There’s plenty of wine, food and laughter!! Don’t miss this when you visit Venice!! a very HAPPY day was had by all!

TheyCallMeHappy Tripadvisor review - October 2023

Filippo was an amazing host!! This was truly a special experience. He was very knowledgeable about the local produce and culinary arts. The market was such a great experience to see the local scene and explore the food with a guide. When we got back to the kitchen, Filippo was an expert at dividing up the tasks in such a way that it involved without being too much work. All the while enjoying some wine. I highly recommend this experience - it was truly something special.

Chris Airbnb review - March 2024

Overall, this was a great experience. Filippo gave a run down of what our menu would be and led the group through the fish market to pick up a few ingredients. After, we all went to his kitchen (about a 10 min walk from the market), and it was beautiful! It was pretty spacious which was nice and had an outdoor space in the back. He provided wine (we each got about 3-4 glasses) and led everyone through making an appetizer, pasta and dessert. We loved how he got everyone involved and made it a great environment to learn and also just hangout. The food was incredible, and I'd highly recommend this to anyone!

Haley M Tripadvisor - Octubre 2023

Everything was more than perfect! Starting with the information Filippo provided us with the market and to the amazing house that we were located in. We were welcomed with drinks and have a lovely time in the private yard of the house. Filippo learned us important tips and tricks in the Italian kitchen and he even provided us with the recipes from the dishes that we made. He also gave us recommendations where to eat/drink in Venice. Overall definitely the best thing we did in Venice! We will definitely remember it for a long time and recommend Filippo’s cooking class for everyone who wants to try something new and learn a little bit more about food!

Violeta Airbnb review - Sept 2023

Filippo's class was amazing and being able to learn how to make classic Italian dishes from a native Venetian and professional chef was wonderful. He engages with each of his guests and lets everyone get hands on with the cooking process. at the end of the class we all agreed this food was the best food we ate in Venice and now I am looking forward to recreating it once I get home. Filippo is also very warm and friendly and makes you feel completely at home in his kitchen! Definitely worth the cost and could not recommend this experience more.

Nicole Airbnb review - December 2023

I booked this last minute for my boyfriend's birthday, and we have absolutely no regrets! Filippo was fantastic, showing us around the fresh market and telling us about all the uses of various ingredients. The class itself was a good balance of instruction/teaching and hands on work. He was very welcoming and patient, had great stories and experiences to share, and sent us away with unforgettable lessons! I can't recommend this class enough, the whole experience from start to finish is priceless.

Mollie Airbnb review - December 2023

This experience was one of our favorite highlights of our visit to Italy! We first got to shop together at an open market stand and deli where the chef taught us how to choose the best items for the dishes we were making. As we walked together, he also shared some history of the area and recommended his favorite restaurants in Venice. Everyone got a chance to help make all the courses and everything tasted so amazing and fresh! Filippo was also very personable, funny and helpful, as he provided his best recommendations for flour, olive oil brands, etc. He walked us through every step of the recipe as we each had a turn helping to make fresh Caprese salad, fresh pasta, pistachio pesto sauce and tiramisu. It was the best meal we had on our trip!!

Tara Tripadvisor review - Sept 2023

We LOVED Filippo’s market tour and cooking class. Not only was the food incredible, but we were able to learn from someone who had such a passion about the art of cooking. Booking this was one of the highlights of our trip!

Meagan Airbnb review - March 2024

My wife and I had an amazing experience in this cooking class. He was very knowledgeable about the products in the local market. He had a lot of knowledge on how and why to cook and create specific dishes. He made the whole experience fun and enjoyable for our entire group by having us participate a lot in the cooking process. I absolutely loved that he makes something different for every class! I would highly recommend this class for those who enjoy cooking and would like to experience making some Italian dishes.

Joshua Airbnb review - February 2024

If you are going to Venice taking the cooking class should be t the very top of your lot of things to do! My husband and I spent 9 days in Italy and visited 3 different cities during our stay. This cooking class was, hands down, our favorite Italian experience. Shopping the market, getting to be in the home of a native Venetian, and learning to cook amazing Italian food was the experience of a lifetime and one we would do again in a heartbeat. Do yourself a favor and book this now!

Kasi V Tripadvisor review - Octubre 2023

It was a wonderful experience and the small group size meant that a solo traveller like myself felt included with the groups of friends that had booked! Filippo was a fantastic host and made sure everyone got involved. I can’t wait to make this again for my friends and family when I get home!

Etta Airbnb review - February 2024

Très belle expérience, conviviale, avec un chef italien Filippo qui fait tout pour rendre ce moment fort agréable. Nous avons enfin pu connaître les secrets et la pratique des recettes traditionnelles italiennes, dans un endroit cosi, puis les déguster avec des vins locaux. Expérience à recommander grandement !

Laurence Airbnb review - February 2024

We’d really apreciate if you share your experience with us here

FAQ

Do you offer vegetarian, gluten free or lactose options?

Vegetarian, gluten free or lactose options are welcome upon prior request. I cannot offer celiac options.

Where will we meet and where does the class end?

MORNING CLASS:
We will meet in Campo Beccarie next to the entrance to the Rialto fish market. Kindly do not leave this spot, the chef will come to meet you there.

EVENING CLASS:
We will meet in Campo San Tomà, right next to the Crai supermarket. Kindly do not leave this spot, the chef will come to meet you there and walk with you to the kitchen.

All the classes end at the Atelier Cuisine Venice.

How long does the experience last?

MORNING CLASS (4 hours):
From 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM

EVENING CLASS (3 hours):
From 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Is it suitable for children?

Yes, but it is recommended for children over 7 years old. They will have as much fun as adults in preparing the recipes and they will also have non-alcoholic drinks.

When is the reservation confirmed?

The first email you receive will only be a request for the availability of the date.
You will shortly receive a second email with either the confirmation or a notice of unavailability.

What are the cancellation and refund policies?

* If you need to cancel or reschedule, please let me know at least 5 days in advance. This helps me accommodate others, as spots are limited. Grazie mille!

* This experience requires a minimum of 2 travelers. If it's canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Where to find us

2770 Calle Centani

San Polo, Venice

reservations@ateliercuisinevenice.com

Phone +39 351 9366558