ROMAN COOKING CLASS
Authentic Roman Cooking Class on a Private Terrace Near the Vatican Museums
What You Will Cook, Eat, and Take Home
This is a hands-on Roman cooking class held on a private rooftop terrace in the Prati neighborhood, five minutes from the Vatican Museums. You do not watch a chef cook and then eat. You cook the food yourself, with direct instruction at every step, then sit down on the terrace to eat what you made.
The class covers three pillars of Roman food culture: Supplì, traditional Roman pasta sauces, and tiramisù. These are not simplified recipes. They are the same preparations used in Roman kitchens, taught with the correct technique, the correct ingredients, and the correct proportions.
What you make:
- Supplì al telefono (Rome’s classic fried rice balls with tomato and mozzarella)
- Two traditional Roman pasta sauces (seasonal selection by Chef Jacopo)
- Tiramisù from scratch
What is included:
- Welcome Spritz aperitivo on the terrace
- All ingredients and cooking equipment
- Hands-on instruction from a professional chef
- Full sit-down meal of everything you prepared
- One bottle of wine per three guests
- Still and sparkling water
- Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Difficulty: Very easy. No cooking experience required
- Language: English, Italian, Spanish
- Location: Terrazza Trionfale in Via Trionfale 132 – Rome
- Price: From €65
Where the Class Takes Place
The cooking class is held on Terrazza Trionfale, a private rooftop terrace at Via Trionfale 132, Rome. The terrace is not shared with other groups or the public. It is used exclusively for Locals Food Crew experiences.
It is located in the Prati neighborhood, directly north of the Vatican. The walk from the Vatican Museums main entrance takes approximately five minutes. Elevator access is available in the building.
The setup on the terrace is a full outdoor kitchen station with professional equipment, ingredients laid out before you arrive, and enough working space for each participant to cook independently rather than observe from the side.
When the class finishes, the station is cleared and the terrace becomes the dining area where you eat the meal you prepared.
Access
Elevator available in the building
Nearest metro
Ottaviano, Line A (10-minute walk)
Nearest landmark
Vatican Museums main entrance (5-minute walk)
Address
Via Trionfale, 132 - Rome
Who Teaches the Class
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hef Jacopo leads every session of the Roman cooking class personally. He has been cooking traditional Roman cuisine professionally for over a decade.
The class format is direct, practical, and moves at a pace that works for complete beginners without slowing down guests who have cooked before.
The instruction is available in English, Italian, and Spanish. There are no language barriers mid-recipe.
Who This Cooking Class Is For
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he Roman cooking class works for a wide range of group types and experience levels.
It is a popular choice for couples visiting Rome who want an experience beyond a restaurant dinner. It works well for small groups of friends, family groups with older children, and solo travelers who want to meet people in a structured setting.
The format is intentionally small group. There is no minimum of 30 people required to run a session. You cook in a real small-group setting with real instruction, not a performance kitchen where one person demonstrates and the rest stand behind a barrier.
No prior cooking experience is required. The class is rated very easy. Every step is guided.
Dietary Requirements and Accessibility
Locals Food Crew accommodates vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free guests. Notify the team of any dietary restrictions or food allergies at least 24 hours before the class and the menu will be adapted accordingly.
The terrace is accessible by elevator from street level. There are no stairs required to reach the cooking area.
In the event of rain, the class moves to a covered area on the rooftop or to an elegant indoor dining space. The class runs regardless of weather. There are no rain cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The class covers three traditional Roman preparations: Supplì al telefono (fried rice balls with tomato and mozzarella), two traditional Roman pasta sauces, and tiramisù. The exact pasta sauces vary seasonally and are selected by Chef Jacopo.
Yes. The class is rated very easy and no prior cooking experience is required. Chef Jacopo guides every step of the process from preparation through plating. The format is hands-on from the start.
The class runs for 2 hours and 30 minutes including the welcome Spritz, cooking, and the sit-down meal at the end.
It includes the welcome Spritz, all ingredients and cooking equipment, professional chef instruction, the full sit-down meal, one bottle of wine per three guests, and still and sparkling water. The only exclusions are additional alcoholic beverages beyond the included wine, cocktails and mixology service (available as an add-on), and transportation to the venue.
The class is held on Terrazza Trionfale at Via Trionfale 132, 00136 Roma. This is a private rooftop terrace in the Prati neighborhood, approximately five minutes on foot from the Vatican Museums main entrance.
The address is in Prati, directly north of the Vatican. The nearest metro stop is Ottaviano (Line A), approximately a 10-minute walk. The Vatican Museums entrance on Viale Vaticano is a five-minute walk from the terrace. Elevator access is available inside the building.
A 100% cancellation fee applies to bookings cancelled within 2 days of the scheduled class. The booking cut-off is 2 days in advance.
Yes. Solo participants are welcome. The small-group format means you will be cooking alongside other guests in a relaxed, informal setting.
Yes. The primary setting is an outdoor rooftop terrace. In the event of rain, a covered section of the terrace or an indoor dining space is used. All sessions run regardless of weather.
The class is listed as family friendly. Contact Local Food Crew directly to confirm suitability for specific age groups and group compositions before booking.
A welcome Spritz and wine are included. Additional cocktails and mixology service are available as a paid add-on. Hard spirits are excluded.
Book Your Rome Experience Directly
Every booking made on this website goes directly to Locals Food Crew. Experiences are available from April through October. Group size is intentionally kept small. Chef Jacopo leads each session personally.
