Top Lake Como Food & Drink

Visit a villa winery in Domaso on Lake Como, and experience an authentic Italian family-run wine estate that’s been nurtured through the generations. Ideal if you’re looking for a Lake Como experience with a difference, the visit includes a tour of the wine cellar followed by an extravagant tasting session. You’ll savor local specialities that have been carefully chosen to complement the wine as you learn about viticulture in the northern Italian region.

Use your time in Como to learn more about wine with a sommelier-led tasting session in the heart of the city. Taking place in an elegant wine shop near Como old town, the wine tasting includes plenty of samples along with all the information you need about each varietal. Nice touch: The group is limited to just 12 people for a more sociable and intimate experience.

Learn to create classic dishes of the Lombardy region with a private cooking class in Lake Como. A member of the acclaimed Cesarine network of chefs will welcome you into their home for a lesson in Milanese-style cuisine as you help prepare a 3-course menu featuring northern Italian favorites like polenta, risotto, meatballs, osso bucco, and tiramisu. When the cooking’s done, sit down with your host to enjoy the homemade meal with wine pairings.

Get beyond tourist fare and explore authentic local cuisine with this food tour that stops at favorite eateries hidden in Como’s old town. Sample a variety of northern Italian goodies and learn about traditional local wine and food from your guide as you stroll past the cathedral and through the historic center. Tuck into plates of charcuterie, “polenta uncia”, “sciatt”, and other specialties—all paired with excellent Italian wines.

Step into a local's home in Como to learn how to make fresh pasta and a classic tiramisu. In an intimately sized small group of just 12 people, you'll hear the tricks to roll fresh pasta by hand, and create two dishes as you learn about Lombardy food from your Cesarine host — part of a network of home cooks who preserve regional culinary traditions.

The spectacular countryside surrounding Lake Como is ideal for exploring on two wheels, but navigating the rural roads with a map can be a hassle. With this bike tour, take in the rolling hills, picturesque villages, and lush vineyards with a guide for a stress-free ride. Cross the border between Italy and Switzerland to marvel at views over the lake and enjoy the relaxed pace of a small-group tour.

Get away from the crowds on land and discover the quieter side of Lake Como on this private sailing adventure. Set sail from Bellagio on an elegant 8.5m-long boat to admire the attractions along the shoreline, including Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi, and Villa Carlotta. Sail alongside Comacina Island and drop anchor to dive into the crystal clear waters of the lake or relax on board with music, drinks and snacks.

Book in advance and capture the spirit of Lake Como on a walking tour of Bellagio and Varenna, two of the mid-lake region's most enchanting towns. Stop at a historic olive oil mill to taste one of the region's local specialties, accompanied by cured meats and wine. Then, enjoy a private cruise in a Venetian water taxi to visit the opulent gardens of Villa del Balbianello and Villa Melzi.

There’s nothing like learning about Italian wines in a stunning location. This private wine tasting takes place on Lake Como, just minutes away from the town of Bellagio. Step into the restaurant of a renowned chef and sample delicious Italian snacks paired with local wines. Enjoy a personalized experience as you learn about each wine from the sommelier-chef who is attending to only you and your party.

Embark on a journey through top wines and Champagnes without having to leave beautiful Como with this guided tasting in the heart of the old town. Sip a variety of prestigious white, red, and sparkling labels and learn about their terroir and producers from your sommelier host at a local wine shop, plus sample a variety of local gourmet specialties from cheeses to charcuterie paired with each glass.

This small-group cooking class in Bellagio will teach you to prepare Italian specialities in the picturesque setting of a hilltop restaurant overlooking Lake Como. With the guidance of a local chef, you’ll learn to make ravioli, tagliatelle, and a dessert such as tiramisu. The class also includes tickets to visit the impressive botanical gardens of nearby Villa Melzi.

Lake Como is home to dazzling villas and postcard-perfect villages, but getting around on your own can be confusing. With this small group (max 8 people) tour, save hours by navigating between highlights with a guide. Reach Villa Balbianello via hydrofoil for a guided tour through the gardens and terraces of Villa Balbianello.

Immerse yourself in Como’s rich culinary heritage with this hands-on cooking class in Bellagio, with round-trip transfers included for hassle-free access to the family-run restaurant. Learn how to prepare a traditional pasta dish from scratch under the tuition of a professional chef, then savor your homemade meal along with drinks on the terrace, before receiving your participation gift set which includes a certificate, recipe book, and homemade olive oil.

Our tour is not simply a walking tour. It's a taste of local life. Mix with the community and practise some Italian while learning about the history, culture and food of Bellagio. Enjoy a delicious typical lunch at an hilltop restaurant. Continue the tour relaxing onboard a public boat cruising the central part of the lake till Villa Balbianello. Join a guided visit of it learning about the fascinating stories that lie behind this enchanting property.

Marvel at the most spectacular villas and picturesque towns on the shores of Lake Como in the golden light of dusk with this sunset cruise. Set sail from Bellagio on board a 38-foot boat to cruise past highlights like Villa del Balbianello, Villa Carlotta, and Villa Melzi. Sip a glass of Prosecco and nibble on local specialties while you savor unique views from the water.

Pick up the basics of northern Italian cooking in a private class in the home of a local. Visit the local market visit to select your fresh ingredients under the guidance of your host, then head to the kitchen for hands-on experience preparing classic Como recipes. Afterwards, sit down together to savor your homemade specialities and chat with your host over a glass of local wine.

Enjoy a mouthwatering introduction to local flavors on this food walking tour of Como. Get the inside scoop on the town’s foodie scene from a licensed tour guide; sample regional delicacies such as olive oils, local wines, focaccia, meats and cheeses, and finish with a gelato. Your guide also provides information on the local history, culture, and architecture while you walk around.

Treat yourself to a Lake Como evening cruise from Como, and finish with dinner at a lakefront restaurant in Moltrasio. Aboard an open Venetian-style water taxi, you’ll cruise away from town to take in views of the mountains and villas for which Lake Como is famous. After the cruise, dock at Moltrasio where a 3-course dinner with wine awaits.

Cycle your way around the scenic town of Bellagio on an E-Bike, and learn about the history and culture of this special place from your own local guide. Meet local farmers and residents and speak to them about life in Bellagio, and pick and taste fruit grown right there in the gardens. Cycle up to a hilltop restaurant for lunch and enjoy views over the valley as you dine.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Cernobbio treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

If there’s one dish everyone wishes they could bring home from Italy, it’s fresh egg pasta, a northern Italian signature. Learn how to mix, roll, cut, and cook your own fresh pasta alongside a local chef in their home around Bellagio—then eat it for lunch or dinner along with wine and coffee or tea. With numbers capped at just 10 travelers, you’re sure to master the tricks of the trade.

Food in Italy is not only nourishment but also culture and passion. This tour allows you to feel with all your senses the true soul of Como. Walking through the narrow streets of the walled city, we will admire its beauty and let you know unique places in the heart of the city center, we will discover little-known corners. Through stories and tasting stops, we offer you a complete experience. The itinerary, cultural and gastronomic, includes tastings of local delicacies along the way. On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays we will visit the Como Farmers' Market; a place where long-standing local food producers and farmers come to sell their seasonal fruits, vegetables and delicacies. We will meet the farmers, learn about their stories and taste their products.

Gain exclusive insight into the world of Italian cooking during a private dining experience in Como. You'll overcome the language barrier as you browse a local market with your private guide and then watch as they whip up a tailored 4-course meal for you to enjoy. Unlike other typical cooking classes, you'll assist in the preparation of food but leave the cooking itself to a professional.

A real VIP Experience! Forget Villas on Lake Como… Forget the same fine-dining restaurants! You are on a sailboat, just the few of you, in the middle of the lake, surrounded by nature, floating on calm waters, cuddled by the summer breeze and embraced by the sunset colors over your head… Want more?! Dinner is soon served with food specialties by a local bistrot! Add a good bottle of Franciacorta wine and I bet you wish this experience would last longer! Pure freedom, relax and magic… this is Sailing with us! And what about having a swim?! Yup! Eastern side of Lake Como is the Perfect Scenery! Enjoy the view over Baia di Parè, Malgrate, Lecco, Abbadia and the high mountains surrounding this wild area. Close your eyes for a while, then drink to Life! (exclusive experience from 3 to 4 people)