Cooking Class in Sorrento
In the heart of Sorrento, L’Accademia offers the opportunity to take part in immersive cooking class experiences designed for those who wish to discover authentic Italian cuisine through a hands-on, genuine, and engaging approach.
Our Cooking Classes in Sorrento are not just simple lessons, but true experiential journeys, created to let guests live Italian culinary tradition from within—through local ingredients, artisanal techniques, and convivial moments shared around the table.
Guided by our chef and pizza chef, guests will have the opportunity to literally “get their hands in the dough,” learning how to prepare pizza, artisanal bread, fresh pasta, and iconic recipes from Campanian cuisine.
Each experience is designed for small groups, ensuring personalized attention, interaction, and a relaxed, authentic atmosphere in the historic center of Sorrento.
cooking class
“In Cucina con lo Chef”
An immersive cooking class that takes guests into the heart of Italian cuisine, allowing them to experience firsthand the preparation of dishes alongside the chef.
After a welcome glass, the true culinary journey then comes to life, as the chef guides each participant through the preparation of the dishes, sharing techniques, traditions, and secrets of Italian cuisine.
Cooking Experience’s Menu
Eggplant Parmigiana
fried eggplant, homemade tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, and stracciata
Hands-on with the Chef
preparation of fresh pasta using seasonal ingredients
Tiramisu
mascarpone mousse, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and cocoa
Each stage of the preparation becomes an opportunity to discover Campanian gastronomic culture more closely and enjoy an authentic experience in the heart of Sorrento.
What’s included
- Welcome drink
- Cooking class guided by the chef
- Selected wine or craft beer
This experience is ideal for those who wish to take part in an authentic cooking class in Sorrento, learning traditional Italian recipes in an elegant yet convivial setting.
pizza school
“Il Profumo della Farina”
A journey into the world of authentic Neapolitan pizza and artisanal bread-making, guided step by step by our pizza chef.
The course is designed to introduce guests to the secrets of Italian tradition, starting from the simplest and most authentic elements: flour, water, and yeast. During the experience, participants will explore dough-making, fermentation, and shaping techniques for both pizza and bread, gaining insight into what makes Italian pizza tradition truly unique.
The experience begins with a welcome glass, while the pizza chef demonstrates the preparation of three varieties of artisanal bread: onion bread, walnut bread, and lemon bread.
Afterwards, each participant will prepare their own pizza using carefully selected local ingredients and typical regional products.
Discover pizza experience
Pizza Tasting
- Classic Margherita
tomato, mozzarella, and basil - Caprese Pizza
oxheart tomatoes and fior di latte - Diavola with Provolone del Monaco DOP
tomato, spicy salami, and honey - “L’Accademia” Pizza
country-style pancetta, yellow cherry tomatoes, caciocavallo, Sorrento lemon, and walnuts
What’s included
- Welcome drink
- Craft beer or selected wine
- Hands-on pizza preparation
- Artisanal bread-making demonstration
This cooking class is perfect for those who wish to enjoy an authentic pizza experience in Sorrento, learning traditional Italian techniques in a convivial and immersive setting.
Wine Tasting
“Territorial Identity
in the Glass”
A tasting tour dedicated to local wines, designed to showcase their diverse personality through select glasses and a narrative that highlights their origins, grape varieties, and production philosophy.
The heart of the experience is the selection of 5 labels, which will be narrated by our Head Sommelier who will accompany you throughout the entire experience.
The tasting is accompanied by a carefully chosen pairing, small shared samples, chosen to enhance the organoleptic characteristics of each label.
FAQ
The experiences include hands-on preparation of dishes, guidance from the chef or pizza chef, a welcome drink, and a final tasting.
No, the cooking classes are suitable for both beginners and enthusiasts of Italian cuisine.
Both experiences last between 2 and 3 hours.
The experiences take place at L’Accademia in the historic center of Sorrento.
Yes, the cooking classes are perfect for both couples and small groups.