It’s not every day you stumble upon an activity in Pampanga that whisks you straight into the heart of Italy — apron tied, hands dusted with flour, and all. At Ristorante di Verona inside Swissôtel Clark, a pasta making session promises just that: a rare and immersive culinary experience that goes beyond just dining.

For Php2,800 per person, you get a session of Italian cooking magic — a three-course pasta making lesson complete with all the ingredients you need, easy-to-follow recipe cards, a customized apron you can proudly take home, and even a hairnet (because, yes, here food safety and authenticity come first).

What makes this experience even more special? It’s kept intimate, with a maximum of only six participants per group. Advanced booking is required, and rightfully so — slots are few and precious for those eager to roll, knead, and shape pasta like a true Italian.

What To Expect

From the moment you step into the bright, polished kitchen of Ristorante di Verona, you are ushered into a world where the clatter of utensils and the comforting aroma of fresh dough set the mood. The session begins with a quick but important observation of basic food safety practices — a valuable set of lessons you’ll be grateful to bring back to your own home kitchen.

Then, under the careful guidance of expert chefs, you dive straight into the manual and traditional techniques of pasta making. Just your own two hands, the quality ingredients, and Italian methods.

Each dish you craft — and later taste — is predetermined, allowing you to focus fully on learning the techniques rather than flipping through recipe options. Along the way, expect fun tidbits about Italian cooking traditions, ingredients, and the regional flavors that make every pasta dish a unique experience.

And yes, the best part: You taste the fruits of your labor after each course!

Tips for the Best Experience

• Get into character: Tie that apron tight, and imagine you’re cooking in a rustic kitchen overlooking the rolling hills of Tuscany.
• Be attentive: Listen closely to your chef-instructor. Their tips and anecdotes are worth their weight in gold.
• Be hands-on: This isn’t a demo; it’s your moment to shine! Participate actively, ask questions, and get a little messy.
• Capture memories: Feel free to document your session — a few snapshots or short clips will be a wonderful souvenir of your culinary journey.
• Share the joy: After all, a beautiful experience like this deserves to be shared with friends and family, both in person and online.

Why This Experience Stands Out

In a province celebrated for its culinary prowess, finding an activity that fuses traditional Italian techniques with modern, hands-on learning is rare. Here, you’re not just eating Italian cuisine, you’re living it. Every fold of ravioli, every sheet of fresh pasta you create, becomes a tangible memory of an afternoon well spent.

Should you choose to be a budding home cook, an Italian cuisine aficionado, or just simply looking for a meaningful, skillful, and joyful experience, the pasta-making session at Ristorante di Verona is one you shouldn’t miss.

Mangiamo! (Let’s eat!)

CONTACT SWISSÔTEL CLARK

HOW TO GO TO/TRAVEL GUIDE TO SWISSÔTEL CLARK

Private Vehicle:

• On Google Maps and Waze, search and locate Swissotel Clark.
• Take the Underground Access Parking via the 8th Avenue Lifestyle Mall or Main Entrance of the Hann Casino Resort

Public Transportation:

JEEPNEY : From Clark Maingate Terminal, take the Green Color Coded Jeepneys and alight at the corner of St. Joseph the Worker – Chapel II. Take the short walk to the 8th Avenue Lifestyle Mall Entrance.

CLARK LOOP: Take the Clark Loop Bus (Regular Loop/Mini Loop/Airport Express) and alight at Hann Resorts.