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Calling all pasta-lovers – ever fancied learning how to make delicious pasta yourself? You’ll be in safe hands with our pasta making classes in London, taught by experts who love Italian food just as much as you!
You’ll get hands-on with ingredients and have plenty of time to experiment and ask questions. Whether your go-to shape is smooth tagliatelle or delicate ravioli, you’ll learn everything you need to know in a supportive environment.
So, if you've been saving recipe TikToks and searching for make your own pasta London experiences, here's everything you need to know before getting stuck in.
What makes pasta authentically Italian?
"Authentic" pasta isn't necessarily about following one universal recipe that everyone uses. Italy has an enormous variety of regional pasta traditions, with different shapes, ingredients and techniques depending on where you are.
Fresh egg pasta is usually tied to northern and central Italy, while southern traditions often use the classic – durum wheat semolina and water. Pasta shapes have their own regional identities too, and aren't chosen at random: their size and textures can all affect how they hold a sauce!
If you’re usually just the person who grabs a bag of penne, you might love the chance to dive into how it all actually works. You’ll benefit from a bull introduction to delicious food traditions that vary from region to region.
What do you need to make your own pasta?
Don’t worry – you don’t need any fancy ingredients! For a basic fresh pasta setup, you'll generally need:
- Pasta flour: 00 flour is commonly used for fresh egg pasta, while semolina is important in many traditional southern Italian styles.
- Eggs or water: The liquid you use depends on the type of pasta you're making and the regional tradition you're following.
- A work surface: A large, clean surface gives you room to knead and roll your dough.
- A rolling pin: Perfectly possible for making pasta by hand and particularly useful if you want to embrace the traditional approach!
- A pasta cutter or knife: Handy for turning your sheet of dough into ribbons or other shapes.
- A pasta machine: Not essential, but incredibly useful for rolling dough evenly and thinly. It can also make cutting certain shapes much quicker.
Some traditional pasta-making tools are so much simpler than you’d think – a rolling pin, board, cutter and your hands can be enough to get going, while more specialist tools can be added as your pasta obsession develops (which it will, trust us).
From flour to fresh pasta: what you'll actually learn
Instead of fumbling with a recipe online, in a class, you’ll actually get to watch someone demonstrate, which is the best way to learn with a skill like this.
Making and kneading the dough
You'll start with the foundations: combining your ingredients and working the dough until it reaches the right consistency. It needs a bit of welly, but you’ll love watching the mixture come together!
Rolling it to perfection
It might take a few tries, but getting the thickness right makes all the difference! You'll learn how to roll the dough evenly and how thin it needs to be for different types of pasta.
Shaping your pasta
Now comes the fun part! Depending on the class, you could learn to make ribbons such as tagliatelle, delicate filled pasta such as ravioli, or other traditional shapes.
This is also where you'll discover that pasta making can be quite creative – even a happy accident when cutting or pinching the dough can turn it into a unique shape.
Cooking and serving
Fresh pasta doesn't need much time in the pan, so you'll also learn how to cook it properly and pair it with a sauce that complements its shape and texture.
Then it’s all done and ready to enjoy!
Where to make your own pasta London
Feeling ready to swap out your go-to supermarket spaghetti and jar sauce for something you’ve made yourself? There’s so many classes to choose from, with a little something for everyone.
The ultimate pasta making experience in Canning Town
Excited to get stuck in? This hands-on experience is a great option for learning the fundamentals of fresh pasta, from dough to finished dish. Yum!
They loved it and we think you will too...
"We had the most amazing, fun-filled afternoon cooking pasta with Davide and Veronica. They were both extremely welcoming, friendly and taught us a lot. I've never thought it's actually quite easy to make pasta from scratch, and am excited to be practicing more at home!" - Stephanie Leung, The ultimate pasta making experience.
Handmade ravioli making class in Pimlico.
If perfectly pinched parcels of pasta are more your thing, this ravioli-focused workshop will give you the chance to roll, fill, fold and cook your own.
Fresh pasta class with bottomless prosecco in Isle of Dogs.
For a more relaxed evening, this delicious class combines hands-on cooking with wine or Prosecco – a lovely choice for a date, birthday or catch-up with friends.
They loved it and we think you will too...
"The class was so fun and informative. We even learnt how to make pasta without a machine which made the recipes so much easier to replicate! The snacks and Prosecco were delicious and very generous. We also learned a lot about Italian food culture and history which was a nice plus!" - Izzy Goldstein, Fresh pasta class with bottomless prosecco.
Southern Italian pasta making class in Pimlico.
Take a trip to Southern Italy without even leaving London and master three different pasta shapes with three sauces in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Full-day pasta making class in Marylebone.
For any aspiring Italian chefs, opt for a full day course and dive into different types of pasta, sauces, gnocchi and even gluten-free pasta!
Which pasta-making experience is right for you?
| The pasta experience | The class vibe | What you'll be making | The class |
| The all-round Fundamentals | Interactive and beginner-friendly | Master classic fresh dough, rolling techniques, and traditional sauce pairings. | The ultimate pasta making experience in Canning Town |
| The filled pasta Specialty | Focused, delicate, and hands-on | Roll, fill, and carefully pinch hand-crafted pasta parcels with rich fillings. | Handmade ravioli making class in Pimlico |
| The social date night | Buzzy, relaxed, and bottomless | Combine dough-making with bottomless Prosecco for a fun night out with friends or a partner. | Fresh pasta class with bottomless prosecco in Isle of Dogs |
| The southern regional Focus | Authentic, warm, and traditional | Craft three regional Southern Italian shapes and pair them with three classic sauces. | Southern Italian pasta making class in Pimlico |
| The masterclass deep-dive | Comprehensive, immersive, and culinary-focused | Spend a full day mastering egg pasta, gnocchi, specialty sauces, and gluten-free variations. | Full-day pasta making class in Marylebone |
Your pasta-making questions, answered
Is pasta making difficult for beginners?
Not at all. The basic ingredients are simple, but learning the technique can take a bit of practice. A class can help you get to grips with the fiddly bits much faster!
Do I need a pasta machine?
No way! You can make fresh pasta using a rolling pin and simple cutting tools. A pasta machine is useful if you want consistently thin sheets or plan to make pasta on the regular.
What will I make at a pasta-making class?
It depends from class to class. You might make tagliatelle, ravioli, gnocchi, lasagne or several different pasta shapes in one session. Always check the individual class listing for the full menu!
Can I recreate what I learn at home?
Of course you can. Some classes might even send you away with recipes so you can put your new skills to work and show off to your friends!
Ready to make your own pasta?
You don’t need to be a pasta expert or already the proud owner of a pasta machine to really delve into making your own from scratch. All you need is a bit of curiosity and a willingness to let your hands get floury!
Whether your goal is to master silky ribbons, the art of perfect ravioli or simply find out why fresh pasta tastes so good, a class is the most delicious way to learn for yourself. Have a browse and find your perfect introduction into authentic Italian cooking.
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