Book Your Matera Cooking Class in Basilicata

Summary: We have just spent 36 hours or so in the company of Greg and Sylvia. Their care and attention has been outstanding. They are passionate, knowledgeable, kind and fun and you can't fail but to have an interesting, and tasty, time under their tutelage. I love to cook from scratch and even make my own pasta, but I have learned so so much and am inspired to put what I have learned into practice at home. And the olives they farm are the best I have ever tasted. We can't thank them enough for giving us a

Summary: Highly recommended experience! We were treated like out of town old friends and really learned a lot about authentic Italian food and farming culture from this wonderful family of multi generational farmers. We will definitely be keeping in touch and learning more from their social media platforms.

Summary: A truly memorable experience.Greg & Silvia so delightful.loved the history & story of the property, the tour was beautiful…so much passion & love.We were immersed in Silvia’s amazing cooking & knowledge of food. Also so entertaining & easy to follow & understand.An absolute gem.The end result incredibly delicious! We were lucky enough to meet Silvia’s parents. Truly one of the highlights of our 6 week holiday. Would definitely recommend. Alex & Sabina

Summary: Where to begin describing our extraordinary experience with Greg, Silvia, and the Matera Cooking Class? To call it a “cooking class” would be a disservice, it is so much more. The day begins with Greg, who guides you through the property’s olive groves and fruit orchards while sharing fascinating insights into the rich history of Basilicata and Southern Italy. His passion for the land and its history and biodiversity sets the stage beautifully. You’ll even get to sample their “liquid gold” — olive oil that is so citrusy, delicate, and vibrant. Then you meet Silvia, whose warmth and authenticity immediately win you over. With her encouraging guidance, you learn to prepare handmade regional pasta, a tradition passed down from her nonna, alongside a simple yet exquisite sauce. Along the way, you’ll taste other local delicacies, each bite deepening your appreciation for the region’s culinary delights. The experience peaks with a delicious meal, where you sit down to savor the fruits of your labor. The flavors are humble, but masterful; an elegant orchestration of simplicity and depth that lingers on the palate. This is further savored with delicious local wine. Greg and Silvia, you welcomed us with such hospitality and heart. You not only nourished us with food but gifted us a memory that will forever remain in our hearts, minds, and taste buds. With much gratitude, Athena & Jason

Summary: Silvia and Greg welcomed us onto their farm like we were family, and the entire experience was pure magic. I can't recommend this cooking class enough! Our day began with a wonderful tour. As we walked around, Greg shared so much insight into the farm's operations, especially the incredible olives they grow. Then, it was time to cook! We used the freshest ingredients, straight from the farm, to create an authentic local meal. It was not only fun but also the best food we've tasted in all of Italy! Silvia and Greg also introduced us to amazing products from other local farms, including plenty of red wine, making the experience even more special. If you're visiting Matera, this cooking class is an absolute must-do. Thank you so much, Vanessa and Aidan

Summary: We enjoyed a lovely family (2 adults, 2 teenage children) cooking experience with Sylvia and Gregg who were welcoming, patient and generous hosts. Would highly recommend the experience, it has been a real highlight of our holiday and insight into the local cuisine and history. We can’t wait to try to recreate the dishes when we get home.

Summary: Silvia and Greg truly go above and beyond to make this an experience not just a class. From booking and getting recommendations for the area to getting a tour of their agroturismo it felt like visiting friends and getting a sense of what it is like to be fully immersed in the Italian culture in Matera. Getting little delicious surprises even before the cooking class started was such a surprise and treat for us. This was our honeymoon and they truly made it unforgettable! The cooking class was fantastic Silvia taught with such care and was hands on making sure we got to experience not only pasta making but getting in the kitchen seeing all the ingredients and knowing where they came from! We can’t wait to be back one day and highly recommend anyone visiting Matera to book this class you will be so glad you did. Not to mention the meal we cooked was fantastic and again they surprised us with more local treats that were just wonderful including homemade desert from Silvia! Truly above and beyond!

Summary: An outstanding experience with Silvia which we would highly recommend. We learned about agriturism, how it had been applied to the farm, then made some pasta, sauce and salad, before enjoying this with other delicacies. Brilliantly supported by Greg and her mother

Summary: We took the Matera cooking class with Sylvia and the farm tour with Greg. It was the highlight of our trip for our honeymoon. As people who enjoy cooking, we enjoyed learning about the history of the farm, how the ingredients were grown, and how to make some traditional southern Italy dishes. We also were able to purchase olive oil and wine from them to bring home. Definitely our best meal in Italy!

Summary: Met Greg and Sylvia at her familial home just outside of Matera. Tranquil location which was well thought out and supplied for our time together. Right on the “fattoria”. Some great tips for cooking! Lots of food too! Made multiple piatti to enjoy! Learned a lot about the region, Agritourismo and their passion for food and health. Real Basilicata! Real Italy! The topper was eating a fresh slice of lemon off the tree. 4 hours well spent!