Pasta Making Class in Rome 🇮🇹 | Learning from a REAL Italian Nonna

We took a pasta making class near Rome, Italy, and it turned out to be one of the most meaningful experiences of our trip 🇮🇹🍝.
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This wasn’t just any cooking class — it was taught by a real Italian nonna in a small town called Palombara Sabina, about 30 minutes outside Rome. What made it even more special was the story behind it.

The class was created by two Italian women, Chiara Nicolanti and Chiara Leone, who grew up with the smells and tastes of homemade pasta thanks to their own grandmothers.

Years ago, Chiara Nicolanti started this idea while she was pregnant — spending time making pasta with her grandmother brought back cherished memories and inspired her to share that tradition with others.

What began as a small gathering turned into a beautiful cultural experience that now includes:
• Multiple nonnas teaching by hand
• Translators helping guests from around the world
• Experiences in Rome, Palombara Sabina, and even on Mediterranean cruises

During our class, we learned traditional pasta-making techniques, heard stories about Italian food culture, and discovered the heart of this tradition — passed down from one generation to the next.
We also learned about Palombara Sabina itself, a charming hill town full of history and flavor.

If you’ve ever wondered whether a pasta making class in Italy is worth it, we can confidently say:
Yes — and we loved it and totally recommend it. Even if you don’t speak Italian, the translators made it accessible, fun, and unforgettable.

This experience is perfect for:
• Food lovers and pasta fans
• Travelers seeking authentic local culture
• Couples and honeymooners
• Anyone looking for a meaningful hands-on activity in Italy

Learning from a real nonna, guided by Chiara Nicolanti and Chiara Leone, made this one of our favorite Italian memories — and it reminded us why food isn’t just about eating, it’s about connection. 🇮🇹🍝

0:00 Introduction
0:32 Airbnb Experience
0:48 Pasta Making Class Story
1:53 Pasta Making Class Kitchen
2:33 Beginning of the Class
4:22 Eating the pastas we made
5:05 Things you can buy there

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