Options - One Day Cooking Class or Four Day Package
About the Sorrento Cooking School & Cooking Vacation
One of the many fascinating aspects of traveling in a foreign country is undoubtedly the rich tradition and culture represented by its regional cuisine.
In Campania, particularly in Sorrento, the local cuisine has retained its tradition of simple and quick preparation, and the use of fresh ingredients enhances the aroma of each dish.
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Welcome to the Sorrento Cooking School, located within the holiday resort Giardino delle Esperidi situated in Sant’Agnello di Sorrento, a mere 1 km away from the city center of Sorrento and only a few steps away from the Bay of Naples and such famous local attractions as the Amalfi Coast and Capri.
All classes offered by the Sorrento Cooking School are hands-on and conducted in English. Cooking classes typically are held each morning, however, the schedule may be altered upon request of the students in order to visit local landmarks and other similar excursions such as a fabulous trip to Pompeii or Mount Vesuvius.
Each cooking class lasts approximately 3 hours and is followed by either lunch or dinner based on the lesson's subject.
The menus are composed of an appetizer, first course (gnocchi), a main course and a dessert. Meals are accompanied by suitable wines and refreshing mineral water.
Although cooking instructors at the Sorrento Cooking School may vary, each chef has ample experience in cooking classic, authentic Italian cuisine. In fact, many of the chef instructors at the Sorrento Cooking School have experience working in the most famous restaurants in Italy and abroad and are members of the International Culinary Association ( IACP).
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Below are two options for spending a fabulous time cooking and exploring the breathtaking sites of the Campania region. As you will see, the Sorrento Cooking School offers two cooking packages - four day or eight day courses - and if you are just traveling through the area, and want to explore a one-day cooking class, that can also be arranged.
If you have a favorite hotel in the area, cooking vacation packages may be arranged at alternative locations. Please inquire by contacting info@ciaolaura.com. Grazie!
This class is offered Monday through Saturday; transporation will be provided to the school from your hotel in Sorrento (with few exceptions - please inquire).
Join the Sorrento Cooking School in the rediscovery of the Mediterranean culinary traditions and learn how to cook a typical neapolitan menu!
Sample Itinerary of Your Hands-On Cooking lesson in Sorrento
10 AM – 2 PM
9:30 AM - Pick-up at your accommodations in Sorrento and transfer to the Sorrento Cooking School, where the chef and an English speaking assistant will be anxiously awaiting your visit.
10 AM - Upon arrival at the School, you will be presented with your cooking apron and paper chef's hat and learn about your day from your instructor, who will describe your menu for the day.
Menus are focused on Mediterranean recipes and typical Neapolitan dishes including local appetizers such as arancini di riso or ricotta fritters, pasta (gnocchi, lasagna, ravioli ) sauces, fish and local desserts such as tiramisu, lemon delite or babà.
11:15 AM - A first short break allowing time to taste the appetizer and enjoy a refreshing drink of sparkling Prosecco wine.
1 PM - Join your fellow cooking students for a delicious meal that includes a tasting of traditional Campania D.O.C. wine, followed by a good Neapolitan espresso coffee and Limoncello lemon liqueur.
2 PM - Time to enjoy the afternoon - transfer back to your hotel or villa in Sorrento or time to sit by the pool for those guests staying at the Esperidi Hotel.
One day lesson listed above: A non-refundable deposit of 24 Euro (per person), along with a credit card number (Visa or Mastercard only) is necessary to confirm your booking in a one day cooking lesson.
The remaining balance is due upon arrival - paid in cash and is 100% non-refundable in the event of a cancellation by the client, meaning that the Sorrento Cooking School reserves the right to charge the credit card for the balance due in the event of a no show or cancellation by the client.
No charge or penalty will be made if the clients cancels his/her reservation at least 8 days in advance of the cooking lesson; however, the 24 Euro deposit remains non-refundable.
For the four day and eight day cooking package listed above: Upon confirmation of availability, a deposit of 30% of the total price (per person) along with a Visa or Mastercard number to secure your reservation in the event of cancellation or no show by the client.
Final payment is due in full 60 days before your arrival date. In the event that you book your trip or cooking lesson within 60 days of arrival, payment is due in full to confirm your reservation.
CANCELLATION POLICY
If you cancel either the four day or eight day package above more than 30 days in advance of your arrival date a 50% refund on your deposit will be made (less a $50, non-refundable booking fee). If less than 30 days, no refund of the initial deposit will be made and no exceptions will be made to this policy.
In the case of the one day cooking lesson, payment of the deposit is due in full for the class and in no event will a refund be made for cancellation or no show of the clients prior to or on the day of the cooking lesson. Sorry, but there are no exceptions to this policy.
Should the school need to cancel any of the packages or single day cooking lesson above for any reason, a full refund, less a $50 per person non-refundable booking fee will be made. Occassionally, students cancel the class at the last minute and the school must therefore cancel the class due to the small size of the group. In this case, a full refund of the deposit will be made to the students. Any complaints must be made directly to the Sorrento Cooking School before the end of your stay or they will not be honored.
The school reserves the right to alter its programs.
No refund or make-up classes will be provided to students who miss their scheduled classes.
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