Italian Cooking Class

Explore Italian food with a passionate chef in Melbourne!



4 hours

Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 6 to 12

  $195 - $305 ($195 for Adult; $305 for Adult and Child (8-15)) (Afterpay available)
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Italian Cooking
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In this hands-on Italian cooking class, you will delve into the art of crafting delicious dishes that will elevate your culinary skills. Learn the secrets behind creating spaghetti marinara, savoury arancini balls and local seafood delights!
Gain valuable skills in preparing, cooking, and plating up these delicious Italian dishes under the guidance of our experienced instructors. Feel empowered and inspired as you embrace new flavours and cooking methods, igniting your passion for creative cooking.
By the end of this class, you will not only have a newfound appreciation for Italian food but you will also take home the knowledge and recipes to impress your friends and family with your newfound expertise.

Upcoming dates for Italian Cooking Class

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 13 Oct 2026, 11:36pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

113 upcoming dates between 23 Oct 2026 and 23 Dec 2027.

  • Fri 23 Oct 2026, 9am-1pm
  • Fri 23 Oct 2026, 6pm-10pm
  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 9am-1pm
  • Thu 19 Nov 2026, 9am-1pm
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What you'll get
All recipes, food to enjoy and matched wines. Just bring yourself; we have the rest.
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Knowledge required
Beginners or serious cooks will have a wonderful time and learn so much.
What to bring
Just yourself and comfortable footwear.
Vibes
Creativity: This is a creative, open-ended experience – let your imagination lead and make something truly your own.
Sociability: This is a social experience – expect plenty of opportunity to chat, mingle, and enjoy the company of others.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 16 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

1/66 Curzon Street North Melbourne

Your teacher can also travel within 50 kms of North Melbourne, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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Recent reviews of Italian Cooking Class

  • 5/5 from Vicky Tang, attended Oct 2026: Paul was so fun, super hospitable and made sure everyone was involved and having a great time. We took the Italian class for a work team building and it was amazing! Would definitely be back for another class when we can!
  • 5/5 from Anna Guilbert, attended Jul 2026: Such a great experience! I enjoyed every second of it and would absolutely come back for another one of Paul’s classes, maybe French or Spanish next time! The 4 hours flew by. It was really hands-on, never felt overwhelming, and had just the right amount of detail. I came away feeling like I’d actually learnt something, while still having heaps of fun. Paul is a fantastic teacher. He made everyone feel comfortable, and you can tell he’s genuinely passionate about what he does, which made the whole experience even better ️ I also loved the mix of people in the class. I came on my own, but there were couples, other solo attendees, and people of all ages. It felt really welcoming, and I’d happily recommend it whether you’re coming by yourself or with someone else. The only accessibility thing to note is that the bathroom is upstairs, so that may be something to keep in mind for anyone with mobility limitations. Other than that, the space is beautiful, clean, and really inviting.
  • 5/5 from Yolanda Garcia, attended Jul 2026: My sister and I purchased the class as a Christmas Present for our teenage sons thinking they might learn something. They thoroughly enjoyed the class, saying it was better than they expected! They've even suggested they would love to do another class. Thank you Paul for making the class interesting and teaching them that cooking can be fun.
  • 5/5 from Jonathan Pye, attended May 2026: The Italian cooking class was fantastic, a fun relaxed way to learn the basics and get some great tips.
  • 5/5 from Brendan Dix, attended May 2026: Absolutely loved the day. Chef Paul was very easy to chat with and the way he explained things made it very enjoyable. The location is ideal and the food that he/we produced was easy to follow and delicious.
  • 5/5 from Mia Mats, attended May 2026: Great class, Paul is very knowledgeable and passionate in what he teaches. I really learnt many new techniques and dishes to cook for my family. Thank you
  • 5/5 from Mary Latham, attended Apr 2026: Paul was so knowledgable and so much fun. The set up in the kitchen is great and everything we made was delicious.
  • 5/5 from Melissa, attended Apr 2026: Chef Paul was fabulous. Very engaging, knowledgable and professional. The best cooking class that I have been to. I really learnt a lot! Thank you Chef Paul.
  • 5/5 from Elise Atkins, attended Mar 2026: Such a fun experience, I booked for my parents birthday and they got so much out of it. They're still so excited about all the new techniques and info they learned. Thank you Chef Paul!
  • 5/5 from Jenny Bevis, attended Feb 2026: Loved learning from Paul. So much knowledge, experience and is a wonderful person.
  • 5/5 from Olivia Saputra, attended Feb 2026: I thoroughly enjoyed this cooking class! Although I'm not a total newbie in the kitchen, I learned lots of new things and techniques from Chef Paul during the class. The ingredients Chef Paul provided were also high quality, and I was so well fed that I had to skip dinner that day. I'm looking forward to doing another cooking class with Chef Paul soon!
  • 5/5 from Limn Wu, attended Jan 2026: The teacher is nice and patient. He is funny and seasoned Master Chef.
  • 5/5 from Mike McKay, attended Nov 2025: Paul was terrific, covered so much ground and helped show many possibilities and variations of the same meal
  • 5/5 from Brendan Scully, attended Nov 2025: Worth the couple of hours travelling to. Practical and useful and knowledgeable chef working real fresh food.
  • 5/5 from Zoe Fullarton, attended Oct 2025: What an amazing morning spent cooking and learning with chef Paul, highly recommend! Will absolutely be back!
  • 5/5 from Eve Hally, attended Sep 2025: Amazing class, teacher was funny and friendly, easy to work with and instructed well! Disability friendly! Food was amazing!!!
  • 5/5 from Eleanor Milne, attended Aug 2025: The experience was absolutely fantastic! It was not only fun but also a great learning opportunity. Paul, our chef, was fantastic very knowledgeable, personable, and genuinely funny which made the whole session even more enjoyable. We learned how to take one simple dish and create multiple versions. I would definitely recommend this activity for anyone looking for a team-building session that is inspiring, hands-on, and delicious!
  • 5/5 from Ashlee Davey, attended Aug 2025: Paul was extremely welcoming and happy to share his knowledge. It was fun and engaging. We would highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Troels Beck, attended Aug 2025: We had an amazing Italian cooking class with Chef Paul. He is so knowledgeable and great at explaining everything. We did the cooking class in Carlton and it was a really good setup. We will definitely be doing this again - the food was great and we walked away with lots of tips and tricks to do at home. Highest recommendations
  • 5/5 from Madeleine Lawrence, attended Jul 2025: Wonderful experience. Paul was welcoming, easy to chat with and knowledgable. Learnt a lot and had a great time doing it. Look forward to trying the next cuisine.
  • 5/5 from Megan Bevan, attended Jul 2025: So much fun. Paul is a great teacher, very patient and showed us how to cook delicious Italian food. See you at the Spanish class, Paul! Megan and Fi :)
  • 5/5 from Kevin O'Neill, attended Jun 2025: The class was very informative and the host chef was very accommodating. Overall was a great experience!
  • 5/5 from Angela Beier, attended Mar 2025: Paul was so welcoming.Some classes can be intimidating but this was like cooking with a friend who is super knowledgeable. Paul gave me the confidence to actually try cooking Italian on my own and ideas on experimenting….not just following a recipe.. We Produce the best gnocchi I have ever had and the trout delightful.Finished with Pannacotta..would highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Mary, attended Sep 2024: Paul is fantastic. I learnt so much and he is very knowledgeable. I did Italian with him. And will do French with him next. Highly recommended
  • 5/5 from Rachael Ivancic, attended Jun 2024: This was a Christmas gift for my partner that we FINALLY managed to make happen. Paul was an amazing host and teacher, and the food was unreal! We’ll definitely be coming back for another of Paul’s classes we had a fabulous time.
Your teacher

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Yes Chef

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After 36 incredible years in the kitchen, I'm excited to share my passion and expertisewith you! Join me for a series of speciality cooking classes designed to transform your culinary skills and ignite your creativity.
These classes are more than just lessons; they're an immersive experience where you'll learn how to cook with flavour, experiment with your own flair, and bring your imagination to life in the kitchen. Together, we'll peel back the layers of cooking, making it not only easy but also incredibly fun!
I invite everyone, especially aspiring cooks and chefs, to dive into the world of cooking.
You'll gain confidence and skills that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Whether you're drawn to the rich flavours of Italian cuisine, the vibrant spices of Moroccan, Japanese or Spanish food we'll start with the fundamentals and build skills from there.
Jion me on this culinary journey and let's create delicious memories together!
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