Gnocchi and Tiramisu Workshop in Milan

A typical gnocchi and tiramisu workshop in Milan is a hands-on cooking class that lasts 3–4 hours (some run as a full-day experience with a market visit). You’ll make potato gnocchi, fresh pasta or ravioli, and assemble classic tiramisu from scratch, usually ending with a meal of everything you prepared plus a few glasses of wine. The groups are small, the kitchens are home-style rather than professional, and the chefs tend to be experienced locals who keep things relaxed and informative. Expect to stand, knead, roll, and taste a lot — it’s more participatory than a demo.

Best time is spring or fall when it’s not too hot in the kitchen and Milan has fewer crowds. Expect to pay around $80–170 per person depending on group size, inclusions, and whether it’s a half-day class or a longer experience with wine and lunch. The cheaper end is usually perfectly fine; the higher prices often buy you a smaller group and a more polished chef.

Pick the classes that include both gnocchi and tiramisu — that’s the sweet spot. Skip anything that promises “Michelin-starred” unless you see real credentials; most good ones are run by solid home cooks or experienced restaurant chefs, not necessarily starred ones. Go hungry and don’t overthink your outfit — you will get flour on it.