Traditional Neapolitan cooking class

We had an incredible day at Annamaria Cooking School and can't recommend it highly enough. We're a couple traveling with our teenage daughter, based in Naples for our trip, and took the train out for the day. The family picked us up in their shuttle right on time, and from the moment we arrived we felt genuinely welcomed. They started us off with a walk through their farm and garden, letting us choose the vegetables and fruit we'd be cooking with that day — all depending on the season. Along the way they shared the story of the family, the farm, and how the cooking school came to be, which made the whole experience feel personal rather than touristy. Once in the kitchen, we were given our ingredients along with wine and water, and the cooking (and learning) began. We made some genuinely amazing dishes, and spending that time cooking and chatting with Anna Maria was such a pleasure — she's warm, funny, and clearly loves what she does. Sitting down afterward to eat everything we'd made, with that gorgeous view over the hills, was the perfect way to end the class. A truly special experience for all three of us — we'd do it again in a heartbeat and recommend it to anyone visiting Sorrento.

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Our cooking class with Annamaria was a wonderful experience and one of the highlights of our trip. We loved that it took place in her home, which made it feel truly special and personal. It was a private, intimate experience rather than a large, overly touristic or commercial class, and that made all the difference. We prepared an incredible meal together, including ravioli, braciola, tagliatelle, fried pizza dough, and lava cake. Everything was absolutely delicious, and we’re excited to take the recipes home with us and recreate the dishes in the future to share with friends and family. Annamaria was warm, welcoming, and made us feel like part of her family from the moment we arrived. We highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for an authentic, memorable cooking class in Italy.

The experience was incredible. From Gianlucca picking us up from our resort and taking us through the back road, to Guido the golden retriever being the best welcomer to the Villa. Our teacher Giovanni (Govi) was the true star! He was incredibly kind and made us feel like family from the minute we stepped on the property. Despite dealing with a broken ankle, Anna Maria (the owner) came down to say hello and welcome my fiance and I to her home. Villa Pane is a family-run, authentic experience that I recommend to anyone visiting Sorrento.

This was a fantastic cooking class and overall experience. Giovanny treated us as his family and taught us so much. The food was fantastic and the views at the house are unbelievable.

We had a fantastic time at Villa Pane! Meatballs, gnocchi, sauce, tiramisu, bread, were just some of the delicious food we prepared under the direction of Anna Maria, Mariam and Giovanni, our new Italian family members. Everyone at Villa Pane worked to ensure that we had a fabulous time. Wine and lemoncillo flowed as we created our culinary delights! We were given a certificate and menu booklet to take home, along with wonderful memories. Terrific experience!

Loved cooking with Anna Maria! She is so genuine, gracious and FUN! She really explained everything and it was as hands on (or off) as you would like. Picked up lots of cooking tips; the setting is spectacular and the resulting meal fabulous. So much fun. It was the first stop on our Amalfi coast & Sicily adventure and remained a highlight througouth.

Great time cooking and enjoying a fantastic meal. A highlight of our trip. Highly recommend doing this event.

This is the real Italian deal.AnnaMarie s family have lived here all their life. We were picked by her son and taken to the family farm/home. After strolling through the farm and picking produce/herbs we went up to home to prepare our meal with her and nephew,Giovanni. We drank wine, laughed and cooked pastas, eggplants, braciole and sauces and let’s not forget the Panna cotta and limoncello. Just like cooking at home with family!!!This was our favorite activity during our 14 day tour from Rome, Amalfi,Sorrento and Taormina We will return !!!

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If we could give 10 stars, we would. This was one of the best parts of our trip through Italy. From start to finish, we loved every minute! Anna Maria and Giovanni were so welcoming, and such great hosts. Giovanni picked us up near our hotel. We tasted limoncello and had lots of wine throughout the cooking process. We made ricotta cheese, different pastas, braciole, and eggplant parmesan. All were delicious, and we are so happy to have received the recipes. We were missing our dog, so we were thrilled to meet and spend some time with Guido (their dog). Anna Maria has a beautiful farm and home, and they are a wonderful family. If you’re on the fence, just book it. You won’t regret!

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Anna Maria is wonderful ! Very genuine and my husband and I had a great cooking experience. She basically grows everything there on her farm and you cook with her. We made crooke potatoes, cheese ravioli, sauce, and braciole. You keep the recipes and have a delicious meal after. Her son picked us up at hotel and her nephew helped, everyone so nice! Highly recommend!!