Sorrento is a beautiful town in Southern Italy, best known for being the gateway to the Amalfi Coast and boasting breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples… but also for its mouthwatering cuisine!
I usually base myself in Sorrento when I visit the Amalfi Coast and Naples region, and trust me – I never have issues finding delicious food in town.
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina, the refreshing Insalata Caprese, and Spaghetti alle Vongole are a few of the local specialties, which will always be followed by a delicious limoncello liqueur.
And while I can’t recommend eating your way through the city enough, I have to admit I’m partial to cooking classes. They’re such a fun activity to enjoy when traveling, and you not only eat spectacularly well, but you get to keep all the recipes so you can keep enjoying Italian food at home!
To help you find the most authentic and fun cooking classes in Sorrento, I created this super detailed post listing the best options in the city. So take a look, pick your favorite, and get ready to become an (almost) Italian chef!
Why should you trust me? I’m Italian, born and raised in Bologna, and have years of experience helping people plan their perfect vacation in Italy. Not only am I familiar with the Sorrentine Peninsula, but I know exactly what a tour should offer to be worthwhile.
And those are the only tours you’ll find in this article, and any other post I write recommending activities in Italy.
I generally use Viator and Get Your Guide to book activities when I travel. I especially recommend them for their great cancelation policy. If your travel plans change, you can cancel most activities up to 24 hours in advance and get a full refund.
In a rush? These are the best tours:
| THE BEST TOUR | Cook Like a Local Class with Seaview |
| PIZZA MAKING CLASS | Sorrento: Pizza Making Class |
| PASTA & TIRAMISU | Small Group Pasta and Tiramisu Class |
| PRIVATE TOUR |
OUR PICK: A Sorrento Cooking Class with a View
Discover the secret to Italian cuisine in a beautiful villa with this Sorrento: Cook Like a Local with a Stunning Sea View.
The tour lasts 4 hours, and it takes place in a family kitchen, so you’ll be treated to well-known Italian hospitality and get a glimpse into the authentic lifestyle of the locals.
Start the day sipping on coffee to get to know your teacher and fellow cooks, and get hands-on crafting eggplant Parmesan.
It’s one of the traditional Italian dishes that’s not usually taught in cooking classes, as most of them focus on teaching you how to make pasta. It’s a nice change, which allows you to discover new flavors and authentic recipes beyond the famous ones.
But don’t fret if you were after the pasta, because you’ll get that too! After your fried eggplant, mixed with mozzarella cheese and a rich tomato sauce, is in the oven, you’ll move on to the second dish: homemade gnocchi, made from scratch.
Learn the secret techniques to make sure your gnocchi has the right shape and texture, becoming a culinary success. Finally, prepare a creamy, decadent tiramisu. Is it even an Italian feast if there’s not tiramisu for dessert?
One of the best parts about this cooking class, however, is not the food but the setting: you’ll be cooking on a terrace overlooking the Sorrentine coastline, which only enhances the experience!
Cap off the tour by sitting down for lunch, and enjoying your creations paired with wine and limoncello.
Why is this tour my top choice? Not only you will learn how to cook 3 of the best traditional dishes from Sorrento, but the location of this cooking class is stunning! The class takes place in a villa that is surrounded by lemon and olive trees, and the sea view is unparalleled.
Read what the reviews say:
”This was our favorite class/tour on our 2 week honeymoon through Italy! Cristiano was made to lead these classes! He was hilarious and kept everyone in our group engaged and laughing all night. Not to mention, the food that we made was so delicious. I would highly recommend it for anyone looking for a fun evening making great food with a fantastic view. 5/5 stars!”
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This cooking class includes: Cooking class, all appliances, alcoholic drinks, coffee & tea, and a meal. ➥ BOOK IT HERE
Other Great Cooking Classes to Consider
▶️ Get ready for a fun and educational culinary adventure with this Cooking School by Chef Carmen: Cooking Class in Sorrento. From fresh pasta to delicious desserts, follow step-by-step instructions to create a handmade three-course meal.
Learn to prepare authentic Italian dishes such as lemon tiramisu and eggplant parmigiana. At the end of the class, savor your creations with Prosecco, wine, and limoncello.
This hands-on experience is perfect for food lovers of all skill levels, and you can choose between two starting times.
This cooking class includes: Wine tasting, lunch, beverages, and cooking class. ➥ BOOK IT HERE
▶️ The Pasta and Pizza Master Class with Pick Up in Sorrento is a half-day, afternoon experience. You’ll travel to Villa del Barone, where you’ll tour its impressive Baronial house and vegetable gardens.
Learn about the local culinary traditions as you embark on a hands-on cooking class. Your guide will teach you the secrets and techniques to craft two types of pasta and pizza from scratch, along with bolognese sauce.
Finally, sit down to enjoy your meal with tiramisu and limoncello for dessert.
This class includes: Transfers, a cooking class, an apron, a bandana, a recipe book, lunch, and drinks. ➥ BOOK IT HERE
Pizza Making Classes in Sorrento
▶️ Prepare to master the art of Italian’s favorite dish with this Sorrento: Pizza Making Class. You’ll learn from an authentic pizzaiolo to prepare Neapolitan pizza from scratch.
Discover the secrets to a foolproof recipe, and bake your pizza in a traditional oven. Enjoy mozzarella and olive oil tastings as you wait, and then relish your homemade pizza paired with wine. Cap it off with sweet tiramisu.
And don’t worry about transportation – pick-up from your Sorrento hotel is covered. Get ready to roll (and eat) your way to pizza perfection.
This class includes: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, cooking class, food tasting, and drinks. ➥ BOOK IT HERE
▶️ Join this Sorrento: Farm Tour with Cheese Tasting & Pizza Making Class and experience authentic Italian farm life.
Get up close with the animals and stroll through seasonal crops at Primaluce, nestled in the hills. You’ll also learn the secrets of mozzarella and caciotta cheese making, before trying your hand at pizza making.
Once all the cooking is done, savor a homemade farm-to-table lunch with wine, limoncello, and dessert. Transportation to the farm is included in the package.
This class includes: Transfers from Sorrento, class, tastings, lunch, and drinks. ➥ BOOK IT HERE
Pasta & Tiramisu Class in Sorrento
Become a pro chef with a Sorrento: Small Group Pasta and Tiramisu Class. Learn the secrets of the region’s most famous dishes as you prepare two types of pasta plus the iconic tiramisu.
A chef will guide you in every step, and at the end of the class, you’ll enjoy the fruits of your labor with local wines. The tour is suitable for families and children of all ages.
This class includes: Cooking class, tastings of 2 pasta types and tiramisu, beverages, and aperitivo. ➥ BOOK IT HERE
Private Cooking Classes in Sorrento
▶️ Embark on an adventure to uncover amazing wines and food with this Cortecorbo Irpinia-Wines: Tour of the vineyards- Cooking class- Wine tasting.
The region’s hilly terrain and volcanic soil create an ideal environment for growing grapes. This makes the region’s wines rich-bodied and downright delicious.
On this tour, you’ll stroll through stunning vineyards and a cantina with the guidance of an authentic Irpinian winemaker. Then, learn the secrets of pizza-making and hand-made pasta.
After the activities, relax with a countryside lunch and a wine-tasting session of six different wines.
This cooking class includes: Tour of the winery and vineyards, wine tasting, lunch, cooking class, and private transfers. ➥ BOOK IT HERE
▶️ The Private / Small Group at “Quanto Basta” School in Sorrento Center is a 3-hour experience. You’ll meet a professional chef and follow their lead to whip up delicious local dishes.
Craft homemade gnocchi, meatballs, eggplant parmesan, and tiramisu from scratch. Hone your cooking skills and learn new techniques before sitting down for a scrumptious meal with wine.
You can select your menu, choosing between fish, meat, or vegetarian options.
This cooking class includes: A cooking class, lunch, wine, and bottled water. ➥ BOOK IT HERE
Gluten-Free Cooking Class in Sorrento
The Sorrento: Gluten-Free Cooking Class offers a great opportunity to learn and prepare traditional Italian dishes without having to worry about gluten dietary requirements. It takes place in a 100% gluten-free cooking school, where a professional chef will guide you through the process of making a multi-course meal.
Start by preparing a refreshing Limoncello Spritz, and then dive into the making of fresh gnocchi, eggplant parmigiana rolls, and a lemon mousse for dessert.
At the end of the class, you’ll get to enjoy your creations, followed by the region’s favorite digestif: limoncello.
This class includes: A gluten-free cooking class, all ingredients, a multi-course meal, drinks, and a recipe booklet. ➥ BOOK IT HERE
