Overview

Discover how to cook with extra virgin olive oil the way Italians truly do, guided step by step by a local chef who is also a certified olive oil sommelier. This private, hands-on experience is designed to deepen your understanding of olive oil as both an ingredient and a foundation of Italian cuisine.

Hosted in the chef’s home, set among centuries-old olive trees, the experience begins with a guided olive oil tasting. You’ll then move into the kitchen, where olive oil takes center stage in every recipe. Together, you’ll prepare a dessert, make fresh pesto from scratch, and cook the iconic Roman dish aglio, olio e peperoncino, learning how aroma, texture, and balance influence each preparation. The experience concludes with a relaxed meal featuring everything you’ve cooked, thoughtfully paired with local wine. It’s an intimate and immersive way to experience Roman home cooking—and to leave with the confidence to use olive oil like a local.