Chef’s studio · San Diego
Mattarello Cooking - Cucina Italiana
Italian bistro on University Ave where you make fresh pasta by hand, then eat it
4.2on Google, 223 reviewsItalian & pasta
- Private & groups
Chef’s studio · La Jolla, CA
Cucina Migrante
Italian and Sicilian cooking classes and dinners run from a Golden Hill venue in San Diego
5.0123 Google reviewsRanked #1 of 9 cooking schools in San Diego
Date night
Evening classes made for two
Birthdays & groups
Birthdays and private parties
Team events
Team building with a chef running the room
About Cucina Migrante
Cucina Migrante is an Italian cooking and dining company founded by Francesco Bonsinetto and Adisa Ziric. Its chefs cook Italian, Sicilian and Mediterranean menus. The main venue is in Golden Hill, close to downtown San Diego. The team also uses partner venues around the county or comes to your home. Menus follow what local farmers have that week, and the chefs tell you the story behind each dish while you cook.
Most of the work is private and corporate. The farm to fork cooking class is hands-on and ends with a four-course dinner or lunch. The shorter Pasta & Gelato class has you making fresh pasta and sauce, with gelato to finish. Couples can book a custom class or a plated dinner. Private experiences cost $130 to $300 per person and need at least 6 guests.
Public events are ticketed and open to anyone. Expect to share the table with solo guests, couples and groups of friends. Events usually run about 3 hours, and you always sit down to eat at the end. Google reviewers rate it 5 from 123 reviews.
Known for
- Farm to Fork Cooking Class
- Pasta & Gelato Cooking Class
- The Couple's Experience
- Italian Omakase
Good to know
- The main venue is in Golden Hill, very close to downtown San Diego, and the team also uses partner venues around the county.
- Most events last about 3 hours.
- Menus can be adapted for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan and nut-free guests.
- For public events, cancel 7 days ahead for a deposit refund, or reschedule.
- Drinks are included at some public events but not all, so check each event description.
Written from Cucina Migrante’s own site and class listings, October 2026. How we write these
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Cucina Migrante: common questions
Do we eat what we cook?
Yes. Every cooking class ends with everyone sitting down together to eat the meal.
Can they handle allergies and dietary restrictions?
Yes. They cater for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, nut-free and other needs.
How long does a class last?
Most events run about 3 hours. Check each event's description for the exact length.
What is the cancellation policy for public events?
Cancel 7 days ahead and they refund your deposit. You can also reschedule instead.
How much does a private class cost?
Private and corporate experiences cost $130 to $300 per person and need at least 6 guests. Smaller groups pay a minimum fee of $750.
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