Step into the timeless atmosphere of Sassi di Matera and discover an authentic cooking experience inside a historic cave once used as an ancient olive oil mill. This intimate small-group activity offers a genuine connection with Matera’s rural traditions, local culture, and farm-style cuisine. Begin with a welcome glass of prosecco while exploring the old stone milling spaces carved into the rock, learning about the agricultural and culinary heritage of southern Italy. Choose between two different experiences: Cooking Class Experience: includes the pasta-making workshop, a welcome prosecco, and the opportunity to take home the handmade pasta prepared during the class together with a souvenir participation certificate — an authentic memory of your time in Matera. Cooking Class with Lunch: includes the complete cave dining experience with traditional local appetizers, the fresh pasta prepared during the workshop, regional wine, dessert, coffee, and a traditional Italian digestif served inside the historic cave setting. Then, join a hands-on pasta-making class with a local expert and learn how to prepare fresh handmade pasta using traditional techniques passed down through generations. Knead, shape, and create cavatelli or orecchiette in a cozy and authentic setting. The experience follows a true farm-to-table philosophy, with seasonal ingredients and recipes inspired by the local countryside. While you prepare the pasta, the chef creates the sauce using fresh regional products and rural recipes that go beyond the classic tomato-based dishes.