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Margherita or marinara: pizza-making class in a Naples pizzeria

Two hours in an old-town pizzeria on Via San Paolo to make your own margherita or marinara (tomato, garlic and oregano, no cheese) the proper way, with San Marzano tomatoes. The group is twelve people at most and the pizzaiolo takes you through every stage, from the dough to baking in the oven. At the end you sit down and eat the pizza you made with your own hands, with a drink and a surprise dish that isn’t announced in advance. Explanations in Italian or English.

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Margherita or marinara: pizza-making class in a Naples pizzeria
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Duration

2 hours

Group

up to 12

Languages

English, Italian

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Days

every day

Start

Via San Paolo

What you’ll do

You meet on Via San Paolo, in the ancient centre, and go into the pizzeria where the class takes place. The pizzaiolo explains the ingredients and you start with the dough: you work it by hand, learn to stretch the base and choose between margherita and marinara. The group is small, twelve at most, so everyone has their own space and every question gets answered.

Then you top it with San Marzano tomatoes and move to the oven, where the pizzaiolo shows you how to slide it in and how long it takes. When the pizza is ready you sit down and eat it, with a drink included and an extra dish kept secret until that moment. About two hours in all, between work and table: you leave full, with flour still on your hands. If you want to make pizza again at home, you can ask the pizzaiolo everything about dough and baking, because with twelve people there’s time for each of you.

Who it’s for

For couples, families and groups of friends who want a hands-on activity and dinner sorted. Good for anyone short on time too, because in two hours you learn, eat and you’re out. Less suited to anyone who can’t tolerate flour and gluten, since you’re working the dough the whole time.

Local tip

Wear something that can get floury and tie back long hair. Skip lunch beforehand, because a whole pizza plus the surprise dish is more than enough. Via San Paolo is a step from Via dei Tribunali and San Gregorio Armeno: take a wander before the class. Book early, there are twelve places.

What’s included

Your pizza + a surprise dish + a drink.

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Frequently asked questions

How many people take part and in what language?

Twelve people at most per class, with the pizzaiolo keeping a close eye on everyone. Explanations are in Italian or English. The class lasts about two hours, between making the dough, topping, baking and time to eat what you’ve made.

What’s included in the price?

The class with all the ingredients, the pizza you make, margherita or marinara, one drink and a surprise dish served during the class. You don’t need to bring anything: the equipment and oven belong to the pizzeria on Via San Paolo where the class is held.

Can I cancel?

Yes, cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time, with a full refund. As the group is limited to twelve, classes fill up quickly: best to book a few days ahead, especially at weekends and in high season.

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