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Matera Cooking Class

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4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
and 1 more
Italian

Overview

Set amongst the unique and beautiful nature of the Basilicata countryside, the farmhouse was built using traditional and local materials. The farm includes over 2000 olive trees and around 300 orange trees as well as organic fruit and vegetable plots that provide eggplants, zucchini, tomatoes, artichokes, chicory, lemons, cherries, pomegranates and much, much more. Guests will learn to cook in the farm's professional kitchen.

What's Included

  • Lunch During this experience, guests will be provided with: Snacks, A fresh pasta in traditional sauce ‘Primo’. A range of traditional, local antipasti. Wine and water included.

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Piazza Giacomo Matteotti
    20, 75100 Matera MT, Italy

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    End point

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    What To Expect

    Get away from the hustle and bustle of the Sassi di Matera and discover a true Italian farm.

    Silvia, Greg and Agriturismo L'Assiolo invite you to your own personal cooking class set at a beautiful local organic olive and orange farm just outside of Matera in the Italian countryside.

    First up, a quick tour of the farm so that you can really understand where the food we use in this part of the world comes from. Learn all about our 'liquid gold', extra virgin olive oil, and how we produce it with our very own trees. What’s more, you’ll get the chance to eat some fruit straight from a tree - just like a real Italian farmer!

    Then, it’ll be straight into the kitchen where you’ll meet Silvia, the daughter of the family, who has had over 20 years of seeing her Mamma wow local and international guests with her traditional Matera, farmhouse cooking.

    You’ll learn the authentic, original way to make fresh pasta, a typical pasta sauce and also two typical dishes from Matera. From secret techniques to our philosophy of simplicity, this special experience in the countryside of Southern Italy will whisk you away to a side of Italy that is truly authentic.

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (6)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Matera Cooking Class?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-285016P1

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    What's Included

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    • LunchDuring this experience, guests will be provided with: Snacks, A fresh pasta in traditional sauce ‘Primo’. A range of traditional, local antipasti. Wine and water included.

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
    • Operated by a business

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