Summary:
Because it was just the two of us, the whole experience felt personal rather than like a tourist activity. She walked us through each dish step by step, sharing little tips and stories along the way, and it never felt rushed. It was the two of us cooking alongside her in her kitchen, and honestly it felt less like a class and more like spending the afternoon with our own Italian nonna.
The sweetest surprise: it was my partner’s birthday, and our host had made a handmade cake and brought out prosecco to celebrate — completely unprompted generosity that turned a great cooking class into one of the most memorable moments of our trip. That kind of thoughtfulness is rare and it meant so much to us.
The food itself was fantastic — fresh, authentic Puglian dishes made from scratch — but honestly the real highlight was her warmth and hospitality. We left full, happy, and genuinely touched.
If you want an authentic, heartfelt experience in Ostuni rather than a generic tourist activity, book this. We can’t recommend it enough.