Is this a cooking class? +
Think of it as a cross between a cooking class and a supper club: you cook, you eat, you drink wine, all in a local's home. No professional kitchen, no chef's whites, no staged setting. Just real Italian food made the way Italians actually make it at home, for a Sunday lunch together.
Do I need any cooking experience? +
Absolutely not. This isn't a cooking class with tests or techniques, it's an evening in my kitchen. You can get your hands into the pasta dough, or you can sit, watch, and chat. Both are completely fine. The goal is to enjoy yourself.
Is the menu really vegetarian? What about the tiramisù? +
Yes, this is a fully vegetarian cooking class, which makes it one of the few small-group vegetarian cooking experiences in Milan. Everything I cook is vegetarian by default. Both the tiramisù and the ravioli contain eggs and dairy, but I can make a lactose-free version on request. Just let me know when you book and I'll sort it out.
Is this good for couples, groups, or solo travellers? +
All three. Solo travellers get to meet people around a table in a real home, much better than a restaurant alone. Couples find it a genuinely different evening out. Groups of friends can book a private session and have the apartment to themselves. It's a small-group experience by design (never more than 8 people).
How do I get there from the city centre? +
Take the green metro line (MM2) to Cimiano station — about 15 minutes from the Duomo area. From the station, it's a 7-minute walk to my building at Via Paolo Paruta 31A.
Can I book a private session for my group? +
Yes, I'm happy to host private sessions for up to 8 people. Great for families, birthdays, or a small group of friends who'd like the apartment to themselves. Just write to me at
hello@casadialessio.com and we'll figure it out.
What's the cancellation policy? +
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. If you booked through Viator, Airbnb or GetYourGuide, their platform policy applies.
Is wine included? What if I don't drink alcohol? +
Yes, wine is included with the meal, along with water, soft drinks and coffee. If you don't drink alcohol, there are always good non-alcoholic options. Just mention it when you book.
Is it only dinner? Can I book a lunch instead? +
Regular sessions run in the evening, from 6pm to around 9pm (though in practice, nobody's ever been in a hurry to leave). Lunch is possible but only for private bookings: if you'd like the apartment to yourselves at midday, just get in touch directly and we'll sort it out.
Can the menu be changed or personalised? +
For regular sessions the menu is fixed: it's what I cook, and it works well as a complete experience. For private bookings, though, I'm happy to discuss changes and personalise the menu for your group. Just get in touch directly and we'll figure something out together.
