Group Class
A chance to learn about food but also share your passion
The motto of Il Salotto di Penelope is “chiacchiere e cucina” so if you are passionate about learning everything about local food and traditions but are open to share this experience with others, a group class is what you should ask for.
What they say about our Group Class
A great experience
I was looking to take a pasta class in Bologna during my 3-day stay and found this pasta class. I must say that choosing Il Salotto di Penelope was by far the decision that benefited me the most.
During my culinary adventures at Il Salotto di Penelope I had two instructors who were both very friendly and kind. They really went in depth to inform us about what ingredients and how to prepare the sauce and pasta.
In the end, I felt really satisfied with the skills I had learned in the course and it was a wonderful experience that I highly recommend to all cooking enthusiasts.
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Extraordinary experience!
We have attended many cooking classes in Italy but this one was by far the best.
Michelle is so well informed and passionate about what she does. She is patient, kind, funny and made the experience great.
Some of our family members had never cooked before and she never made you feel uncomfortable but gave you the feeling of “having it figured out,” such great food, wonderful memories and an incredible evening!
The whole family loved the class and Michelle. Thank you for a wonderful evening of learning, talk, food and an overall amazing experience.
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Excellent experience in a professional kitchen
This was an excellent professional culinary experience in a real industrial/commercial kitchen. I avoided the many “home cook” offers in Bologna because I was unsure of my personal safety, level of cleanliness, and level of professionalism.
Barbara at Il Salotto di Penelope runs an outstanding kitchen: clean, safe, well lit, and engaging to boot!
I learned a lot in my class with only two other students. It was a great experience and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a professional cooking class.
(It was also great to work with Barbara in the weeks leading up to it to help me with lesson planning).
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Group Menu Selection
As you might not be the only students, we will choose the 3 dishes the group will prepare to best cater for all the needs and desires.
The most common menu includes Tagliatelle with ragù alla Bolognese, Tortelloni Bolognesi with butter and sage, and either Gnocchi or Ravioli with tomato sauce, but it may vary according to seasonality and our needs but it will include pasta so you will learn how to knead and roll it.
Our lessons are suitable for all levels, from beginners to experts, we guarantee a time of learning and fun for adults and children alike.
Class Schedule and Tasting
The class normally takes 3 hours and at the end you will taste the food you have made with water and a glass of local wine.
Classes normally start at 10am and are followed by lunch or at 4 or 5pm and are followed by dinner.
