The Hidden Treasure

Cooking Lesson and Lunch in Ravello - Amalfi Coast!

Note: This is Single Day Class includes lunch and can be incorporated into a multi-day package with day trips to Pompeii, Capri, Mt. Vesuvius, Naples, Sorrento, etc. Please inquire for further details.

Mamma has been the chef for many famous Hollywood actors including the following celebrities - Humphrey Bogart, Anita Eckberg, Richard Burton, Liz Taylor, Fred Astaire, Charles Cubbon, Van Efflin, Federico Fellini, Jaqueline Kennedy and Marcello Mastroianni.

Mamma is somewhat of a celebrity herself, as she is scheduled to be featured on Bravo in the U.S. soon and was featured in Condè Nast Traveller in June 2007 in the UK!

One Day Cooking Lesson with Mamma

Upon arrival you will be welcomed with a piece of Mamma's world famous lemon cake and will be provided with an overview of the day's itinerary

• After your welcome and itinerary overview, you will enjoy a three hour demonstration cooking lesson
• During the cooking class, you will be encouraged to taste the decadent sauces, olive oils, fruits and vegetables - richly produced and fresh from the garden.
• You will also be invited to taste a selection of fresh cheeses special to the Amalfi Coast region
• During your visit, you will be provided the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking garden overlooking the sea and pick your own seasonal vegetables, lemons or just engage in the tranquility and beauty of the breathtaking view of the Amalfi Costiera and Ravello
• Upon conclusion of your cooking class, you will be provided time to enjoy the fruits of your labor with an exquisite lunch served on the terrace overlooking the Mediterranean sea.

Mamma's Eggplant Parmigiana

Sample Cooking Lesson and Lunch Menu

Fresh mozzarella and parmigiano cheese, basil and tomato sauce
Zucchini flowers stuffed with cheese
Eggplant rolls with rocket and parmigiano cheese

Penne pasta all’arrabbiata
Spaghetti of the farmer with garlic,
black and green olives, capers

OR

Pasta with seasonal vegetables
Mamma ’s Pollo con Limone
Mixed salad
Sauteed potatoes
Mamma ’s lemon cake

The one day cooking class is offered year-round Monday through Saturday (excluding major holidays)

Mamma's cooking classes are often booked months in advance, so please let us know as soon as possible to secure a spot in one of her very special classes.

PRICE PER PERSON

185 Euro

Please note that this price does not include transportation, room and board or any other excursions.

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Payment is due in full to confirm your lesson and is non-refundable unless the class is canceled by the school itself for unforeseen reasons at which time your payment will be returned in full.

Minimum of 2 and a maximum of 8 participants per class

Alternative Transporation Options and Side Excusions!

Private, roundtrip transporation can be arranged with our driver - group pricing is available - please inquire at laura@ciaolaura.com

Roundtrip from Amalfi to Ravello - 75 Euro (per trip - not per person)

Roundtrip transportation from Amalfi to Mamma in Ravello, including a tour of Ravello and a visit to a local mozzarella cheese producer - 120 Euro (per trip - not per person)

Roundtrip transportation from Amalfi to Mamma in Ravello, including a stop on the return to Picadilly ceramics factory in Conca dei Marini, and a stop in Positano with transfer back to Amalfi - 200 Euro (per trip - not per person)

The Amalfi Coast is our favorite destination in Italy. We have loads of contacts to provide a customized itinerary to fill all of your desires in the glorious Amalfi Coast!

In addition to this one day class, arrangements can easily be made to incorporate a multi-day program including fabulous wine tasting and tour in Caserta, including a visit to the gorgeous Palace of Caserta, as well as to the famous Avellino wineries, daily excursions to Capri, Pompeii, Vietri sul Mare, Amalfi, Sorrento and other local areas of interest.

Please contact laura@ciaolaura.com for more information.

The Hidden Treasure is an IDEAL location for a private wedding or rehearsal dinner.

Let us plan your private wedding or anniversary celebration overlooking the breathtaking Amalfi Coast - an experience for all to cherish! Contact laura@ciaolaura.com for more information.

Celebrate your private occasion overlooking the gorgeous Amalfi Coast!