Fresh pasta. Our most popular cooking class, and this special event is sure to knock your socks off. Learn how to make fresh pasta dough with Chef Matteo of Casa Artusi, direct from Forlimpopoli Italy. Matteo has learned about fresh pasta from generations of nonnas and he's here to pass along all the wisdom and experience. From Nonna's whispers to your ears, your hands and your kitchen.
Menu: Handmade Fresh Pasta (Tagliatelle all'uso di Romagna No. 71 and Garganelli); Bolognese Ragu sauce No. 87; Rustica Sauce No. 104.
These special classes are brought to you in collaboration with Casa Artusi & Esperienza Italia. Casa Artusi is the first center of gastronomic culture devoted entirely to everyday Italian cooking and is located in the hometown of of Pellegrino Artusi, whose cookbook La Scienza in Cucina e l’Arte di Mangiar Bene (Science in the Kitchen and the Art of Eating Well) can be found in homes across Italy and the world and they are a key partner in the 2025 UNESCO Recognition. Our team has trained with the chefs at Casa Artusi where traditional Italian cooking is at its core. Esperienza Italia is a non-profit travel organization, taking visitors to lesser-known parts of rural Italy, with an emphasis on making deep personal connections and extraordinary culinary discoveries. Read more about our partnership with Casa Artusi and Esperienza Italia here.
Classes are designed for participants 18 years and older. Teens ages 14 to 17 can take part in a class if accompanied by an adult (18 years or older), but a ticket is required for each person in attendance. Please see our FAQs for more info.