Our cooking class with Cristiano and his family was truly unforgettable – the highlight of our trip to Sorrento! From the moment we stepped into his grandparents’ beautiful sea-view villa, we felt like part of the family. Cristiano’s light-hearted humour and warmth made the experience so much fun, keeping us laughing as we learned to make pasta, eggplant parmesan, and tiramisu from scratch. His mum was equally wonderful, guiding us with such patience and sharing family stories that made the class feel extra special.
The villa, nestled between Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast, has a charming garden filled with olive and lemon trees where they grow ingredients for the dishes. Their homemade limoncello was the best we tasted in all of Sorrento – truly unforgettable! At the end, we enjoyed our creations on the terrace, overlooking the sea with a glass of their own olive oil-infused wine.
We also visited their restaurant, Mamma Che Pasta, in the heart of Sorrento, which felt like an extension of that warm, at-home experience. The pasta dishes were amazing (the Lemon Ravioli was PERFECTION!), and the whole experience embodied authentic Italian hospitality and charm. Cristiano and his mum made this an experience we’ll treasure forever, and we can’t recommend it highly enough to anyone wanting a taste of the true Italian lifestyle!