Pizza Like a Neapolitan: Cook in Pompeii with Francesca

Experience the heart of Campania in Francesca’s cozy home kitchen, where the art of authentic Neapolitan pizza comes alive. Using fresh ingredients from her garden whenever possible, you will create a pizza so flavorful and light it may set a new standard for your taste buds. Francesca will guide you through the secrets of long-leavened dough and the traditional magic of sauce made from local San Marzano tomatoes. You will learn old-world peasant methods passed down through generations while stretching, topping, and baking your pizza to perfection in her charming oven. Each step is hands-on, allowing you to feel the dough in your hands, smell the rich aroma of simmering sauce, and watch the pizza transform in the heat of the oven.

Discover that this experience is about more than just food as you share a meal with Francesca’s warm and welcoming family. Enjoy a crisp homemade salad and sip local wine as the kitchen fills with laughter and lively conversation. You will end the evening with dessert, coffee, and a sense of connection that makes you feel like part of the family. Animal lovers will also enjoy the presence of Francesca’s friendly German Shepherd, who adds a playful and gentle energy to the gathering. By the end of the experience, you will leave with a full belly, new culinary skills, and beautiful memories to cherish, making this cooking class a truly unforgettable highlight of your trip.