Otranto Handmade Orecchiette Pasta Workshop
Master Handmade Orecchiette Pasta in Otranto with a Local Expert in a Fun Family Friendly Workshop

Puglia
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Learn Handmade Orecchiette in Otranto's Historic Center
- • Enjoy a Fun 2-Hour Pasta-Making Workshop for All Ages
- • Master the Most Authentic Puglian Orecchiette Recipe
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Experience the joy of cooking authentic Puglian cuisine with a delightful Orecchiette Cooking Class in the scenic town of Otranto. This immersive culinary experience offers the perfect opportunity to not only learn how to create traditional handmade orecchiette pasta but also to discover the rich flavors and history of Puglia's culinary culture. Ideal for food lovers and aspiring chefs alike, this class ensures unforgettable moments while connecting with local traditions.
Participants will gather in a charming location in the historic center of Otranto, where a skilled instructor will guide the class through the entire pasta-making process. From crafting the dough to shaping the unique orecchiette, lessons provide hands-on experience in creating various types of pasta, including gnocchi and maccheroni. Enjoy a fun and relaxed atmosphere, allowing everyone — from beginners to seasoned cooks — to embrace their culinary creativity and learn valuable cooking techniques that can be replicated at home.
This Orecchiette Cooking Class is not just a fantastic personal adventure; it also makes for a thoughtful gift for anyone fond of cooking or exploring new cultures. Share the gift of a delicious experience that combines passion, tradition, and fun. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply to show appreciation, this cooking class promises to leave lasting memories and, of course, delicious pasta to enjoy!
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Experience Overview:
Orecchiette Cooking Class In OtrantoThe handmade orecchiette course is unique because it offers the genuine expertise of a lady from Puglia who tells the story of Puglia's food and culture with her own hands.
The variety of types of pasta to learn:
- Orecchiette in Lecce and Bari versions
- Gnocchi from Puglia
- Maccheroni from Salento
- Sagne "incannulate"
all in an atmosphere of serenity and fun, suitable for adults and children of all ages
Meeting Point
Via Castello, 2
Via Castello, 2, 73028 Otranto LE, Italy
The meeting will be in Via Castello 2 in the Amore di Puglia shop.
Easy to find, via castello, that is near the castle :)
What's included:
- attrezzatura per la preparazione della pasta
Not included:
- Orecchiette realizzate da ciascuno
What to expect:
Via Castello, 2
The workshop takes place in the Amore di Puglia store, in the historic center of Otranto. The expert cook and connoisseur of traditional recipes will explain to you how to roll up the orecchietta and how to create the dough which will also allow you to prepare your favorite Apulian dish at home with a little flour and a lot of love. Furthermore, different flours will be proposed and an accurate explanation of the particularity of Otranto's Orecchietta, which has a slight difference to that prepared in northern Puglia.
The class can be in English or Italian or both :)
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Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
Organized by
AmorediPuglia
Product SKU: IT-66314-0001
Otranto Handmade Orecchiette Cooking Course
Puglia
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Learn Handmade Orecchiette in Otranto's Historic Center
- • Enjoy a Fun 2-Hour Pasta-Making Workshop for All Ages
- • Master the Most Authentic Puglian Orecchiette Recipe
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