Sorrento: Private Cooking Class + Guided Market Tour

Sorrento Private Cooking Class and Guided Market Tour Tickets

Learn the secrets of authentic Italian cooking in Sorrento with this private culinary experience that combines a guided market tour with hands-on cooking instruction. You'll start your day exploring local markets with a Sorrentine chef, selecting fresh seasonal ingredients whilst learning about regional specialties and traditional shopping customs. Your host will introduce you to local vendors and teach you how to identify the finest produce, from sun-ripened tomatoes to aromatic herbs that define the Amalfi Coast's distinctive cuisine.

After gathering your ingredients, you'll head to your chef's home kitchen where you'll prepare three traditional dishes using family recipes passed down through generations. Working at your own cooking station with all necessary tools provided, you'll master techniques for creating a regional starter, classic pasta course, and signature dessert. The experience culminates with a private meal where you'll enjoy your creations alongside local wine, water, and coffee. This intimate setting allows for personalised attention and genuine cultural exchange with your local host.

Highlights

• Explore Sorrento's local markets with an expert chef guide who knows the best vendors and seasonal specialties
• Learn to prepare three traditional dishes using authentic family recipes and time-honoured techniques
• Enjoy hands-on cooking instruction in a welcoming home kitchen with personalised attention
• Savour a complete meal of your own creation, paired with local wine and served in an intimate setting
• Take home practical cooking skills and recipes to recreate authentic Italian flavours
• Connect with Sorrento's culinary heritage through stories and traditions shared by your local host

Plan Your Visit to Sorrento Cooking Class

The complete experience lasts approximately 3 hours, combining the market tour and cooking class with your meal. You'll need to inform your host in advance of any dietary requirements or allergies to ensure the menu can be adapted accordingly. The class is suitable for all cooking levels, with step-by-step guidance provided throughout.

Wear comfortable walking shoes for the market portion of the experience. All cooking materials, ingredients, wine, and other refreshments are included in your booking. The venue is not wheelchair accessible, and you should arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled start time. This private experience is perfect for combining with other Amalfi Coast tours or food experiences in Sorrento to create a complete culinary exploration of the region.