Are you a pasta lover and would you like to discover the art of making traditional Italian pasta? Ovan takes you on a culinary journey, learning the intricacies of pasta making and immersing yourself in Italian cuisine. In the workshop you will learn to make different pasta shapes by hand and discover your own culinary creativity. We are inspired by the shapes of Sardinia such as Malloreddus & Lorighittas. You will also learn how to make the perfect filling for Culurgiones and combine it harmoniously with a tasty sauce. Ovan will guide you step by step and show you how to achieve the perfect texture and taste. Ovan will inspire you with creative ideas and help you create your own unique variations. After the workshop you will of course have lunch with your homemade pasta! What sets us apart from the rest is our focus on healthy varieties of pasta. We use plant-based ingredients and whole wheat pasta flour, so you can enjoy a nutritious meal without compromising on taste. Ovan likes to share his knowledge and tips about healthy food, so that you can continue to enjoy delicious, healthy pasta at home. The workshop is suitable for both beginners and experienced chefs.

You will discover and... taste, the "food of longevity", which has made Sardinia a "blue zone", one of the few areas in the world with the highest percentage of centenarians, thanks to the quality of life and food. A journey to discover the food and wine excellences of Sardinia with a story on production techniques and the history of the producers. A guided tasting that immerses the visitor in a taste experience in which aspects related to the history and culture of the area will be explored. During the experience it is possible to taste some artisanal delicacies linked to the season. From baked goods to extra virgin olive oil, passing through some land and sea specialties that will be combined with different types of wines. An unmissable experience for lovers of wine and authentic food.

A fantastic experience visiting a typical Sardinian house, feeling the Sardinian atmosphere, and making you living a real journey through time... The expert hands of the local lady will show us how to prepare the famous "pasta" according to ancient traditions handed down for generations. You will discover the secrets of longevity in Sardinia along a path that branches around the pivotal points of Sardinian life: lifestyle, wine, and food. You will learn to work the island’s ancient pasta, and you can not miss a delicious tasting with the dishes of the centenarians and the wine of eternal youth! Even the guest will participate actively in the creation and learn how to roll out the fresh pasta and close the ravioli. At the end of the preparation, the ravioli will be cooked and tasted on the spot and served with the Sardinian traditional lunch—a first experience immersed in a pleasant atmosphere typical of ancient family Sundays. All this is in a magical and ancient real house, where time seems to have stopped. Book and immerse yourself in the history of Sardinia! In case of intolerance or special requests, you must contact the number in the booking voucher at least one day in advance.

Cagliari, south Sardinia, the wonderful capital of this island. Here you can discover the ancient recipe of the delicious culurgiones pasta. Host by the talented Damiano and his sister you will learn a recipe that has been handed down for generations and learned by Damiano from his grandma since childhood. You will be given a so-called "scivedda" (container) and shown how to prepare the pasta. After that you will prepare the filling before tasting all the ingredients.  The dough (previously put to rest) will then be processed and the typical closing of the culurgiones "a spighedda" (in the shape of an ear) will begin. After the closing of all the culurgiones everyone will sit at the table to enjoy the appetizers with a glass of wine, while the water will be boiled for the big meal. This meal will surely delight your palate! The culurgiones recipe comes from Damiano's grandmother who occasionally prepares culurgiones at home with the whole family on Sunday or during holidays. The original culurgiones recipe belongs to the Ogliastra province (south-east of Sardinia) where each county has its typical recipe. During this lab you will learn the culurgiones recipe from the town of Jerzu. The class is held by Damiano and his sister. In the remote possibility of last minute inconveniences, they will be replaced by qualified staff who previously took part in this course.

This is an experience for animal lovers in a familiar environment. Located near Cagliari, Sardinia’s capital city, Sinnai is a small town where you can still see the typical Campidanese-style houses, with their mud-brick walls and wooden roofs, in its historic centre. One of these houses is where a friendly couple will teach you how to make two different types of local traditional pasta: malloreddus (also known as Sardinian gnocchi) and culurgiones (ravioli closed in a peculiar way). Later, we will cook the pasta and eat together, with a glass of lovely local wine and other typical products.

Pasta Fresca is one of the Italian masterpieces, get ready to learn to prepare it with a friendly local chef in Genoa. Enter is home located in the historic city center and enjoy the stunning view from the terrace overlooking the city. Simple ingredients: flavor, water, eggs for a delicious dish. The secret is mixing raw ingredients with passion and grandma recipes is the best way to create delicacies; you will learn to do it with your family and friends. Enter the home of your friendly chef and begin your sensorial journey through Italian culinary traditions. You will prepare the dough of pasta Fresca improving your cooking skills to create your favorite dish. You will also learn to cook the famous Pesto sauce! Get cooking tips while rolling the dough and then shape it easily. Once the work is completed, take a seat and enjoy the fruits of your labor in a convivial atmosphere. The apartment is on the 5th floor in a historic palace, it doesn't have elevator!

Have a truly authentic Sardinian experience by joining a bread-baking class with a local Italian baker. Your instructor was born into a family of bakers: his father and brother are both bakers as well, and he is excited to share his traditional knowledge with you on this 3-hour interactive experience.   Together with your instructor, you’ll discover the different types of doughs, flours, and bread shapes, and hear stories about bread in Sardinia. Learn the recipe and prepare the dough in a variety of traditional shapes, including su coccoi, a type of decorated bread.   At the end, cook the bread in the oven and when it’s ready, enjoy it as a group with some traditional cheeses and a glass of wine.

Spend your afternoon making traditional Sardinian pasta dishes, and then indulging in them, with locals! Sardinia is one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean, so it makes sense that it also has the most beautiful local cuisine. If you think sardines are all Sardinia has to offer, host Damiano will prove you wrong. Help make a local pasta dish before digging into lunch.