Experience recommended by SalentoBike
Frisa cooking class at a masseria in Caprarica di Lecce
Hear the story of the frisa, make four dishes with your own hands, then sit down and eat them.
What you do
In Salento the frisa has its own dialect name, friseddhra, and its own story. This class starts there, with a walk around the farm and the history of this local bread, before you move to the worktable.
Working alongside someone from the masseria, you shape and cook four dishes: the classic frisa, a deconstructed frisa served as a cialletta, friseddhata with mussels and beans, and a frisa dessert with walnuts and chocolate. Apron and kit are waiting for you.
Everything you make ends up on the table. The class takes two hours. If you would rather linger, book the three-hour version with a seated tasting: bigger portions, fruit, water and a glass of the masseria's own wine.
By bike
Pick up your bike for free in Lecce, San Foca or Calimera. I'll plan a self-guided route with GPX and roadbook that brings you to the masseria in Caprarica di Lecce.
I'd put the class in the middle of your ride. Two hours in the kitchen is a proper break: the bike stays locked with the lock in your kit, and you set off again well fed. Going for the longer version with wine? Then make the masseria your last stop, or keep it for a day off the bike.
Frequently asked questions
- How long is it and when does it run?
- Two hours, or three with the seated tasting. It runs on request: tell me your preferred day and I'll ask for availability.
- What exactly will I cook?
- Classic frisa, a deconstructed frisa as a cialletta, friseddhata with mussels and beans, and a frisa dessert with walnuts and chocolate. Then you taste the lot.
- Can I book it on my own?
- Yes. There is no minimum group, one person is enough.
- Which language is it in?
- I'll tell you which languages are available in your quote.
- How much does it cost, and for children?
- I give you the price in your tailored quote, together with bikes and route. No online payment.
- How do I book?
- Send me your date and group size. I'll reply with a quote and confirm the class for you.
Add it to your trip
The final cost comes in a tailored quote, together with bikes and route. There is no online payment.
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