Rome Pasta Class Review: Ancient Tavern Cooking Experience

Have you thought about what it’s like to actually make your own pasta while you’re in Rome? It’s something you could easily consider. There’s a cooking class going on in what they are calling an ancient tavern that allows you to do this. It’s called the ‘Rome Five Shapes of Pasta Cooking Class’, and it has really gotten my attention, too. The thing that makes it extra tempting is the fact that you get to make not one, but five different types of pasta. Pretty awesome, I have to say.

A Slice of History with Your Pasta Dough

First, the ‘ancient tavern’ part actually gives it a distinct kind of feel. We’re talking, after all, about stepping back in time. We know that Rome is just stacked with history. The thought of making pasta in a place that might have once hosted emperors or, maybe, gladiators actually brings a little something special to the experience, sort of. This cooking class isn’t, in effect, just about learning how to roll out some dough. In some respects, it’s kind of like connecting with Italy’s rich past, too.

Getting Hands-On with Five Pasta Shapes

So, what kinds of pasta are we talking about here? Apparently, that’s a good question. As a matter of fact, it sounds like they really go all out. I mean, things like fettuccine, ravioli, and gnocchi are some classics, right? However, I think that I might really like trying my hand at making some pasta shapes that I’ve just never tried before. That is what appeals to me the most. So, what you should know is, it’s one thing to throw some store-bought pasta into some boiling water. However, the class teaches you to shape, create and craft the perfect texture from scratch using various traditional techniques.

The Ambiance: More Than Just a Meal

Now, I am assuming this, and please keep in mind that that’s exactly what it is, that the vibe is kind of warm and inviting in an old-school kind of way. Apparently, you’re surrounded by stone walls, maybe with some exposed wooden beams. I can envision the soft glow of candles flickering; basically, I picture a long, rustic table, really, that is just littered with flour and rolling pins. It’s what I would consider more than just a simple spot to cook; rather, it seems to be kind of like an intimate escape, maybe a small pause from, too it’s almost as if you were, the buzzing modern part of Rome.

Why This Class Might Just Be Worth It

The cool thing here, if you really look at it, is, this is a cooking class with a cool, distinctive selling point. In other words, it’s not exactly your regular food experience. Arguably, you’re not only getting some tasty new knowledge about Italian food preparation but in a way you’re creating lasting memories in a unique place that gives you real insight into the real Rome. And truthfully, that seems to be really worth the investment.