The Long Italian Lunch Cooking Class
Available dates
Highlights
- Make pasta from scratch
- Class taught by published author
- Delicious Italian feast served with wine
Sydney Weekender has classified this cooking class as 'One of the best places in the world to learn how to cook authentic Italian'. In this hands-on class you will learn to make pesto tagliatelle and ricotta ravioli from scratch, as well as risotto, semifreddo and more.
What's Included?
- Four hour cooking class with respected chef
- Glass of wine to start and one with your meal
Your host and cooking teacher for the day is Luciana Sampogna, a graduate from the famous Simili Sisters' school in Bologna, and author of 'Light of Lucia', the cookbook which takes you through the journey of Italian life, love and food.
This hands-on class is a 'must do' for those passionate about food, Italian culture or learning a new skill. You will prepare a typical Italian lunch including fresh pasta, meat and dessert, using the very best ingredients and recipes from various parts of Italy. The flavours will make your mouth sing with delight and your tummy gurgle with satisfaction!
Sample Menu (Subject to change)
- Risotto with herbs and lemon
- Tagliatelle and spinach pesto
- Ravioli di ricotta with mint leaves
- Chicken with herbs, lemon and chilli
- Semifreddo
Session Length
- Evening classes are run on alternate Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday
- Evening classes start at 6pm and will run for 4 hours
Guidelines
- Participants must be over the age of 18 years to consume alcohol during this experience
- This class is also suitable to people with a gluten intolerance - please advise at the time of booking
- Menu subject to seasonal change
- Coeliac options available on selected dates
Cancellation
Once this experience has been confirmed, changes are at the discretion of the experience provider and arranged directly with them according to this policy:
- Class sizes are limited so bookings are essential
- Classes cannot be transferred nor money refunded, but you are welcome to send someone in your place if you are unable to attend your class
- In the unlikely event that a scheduled class does not reach minimum numbers or due to unforeseen exceptional circumstances, the provider reserves the right to change the date of the class or cancel. If that occurs, a refund will be given
- Children can only be accepted once a child enrolment form has been completed and signed by a parent or guardian and sent to us
Numbers on the Day
Maximum group size is 17.
Dress Code
Smart casual clothing recommended
Other Info
This class covers how to make fresh pasta. The other three dishes will be covered in a comprehensive demonstration. You have dinner and two glasses of wine which will accompany the pasta dish and the meat respectively.
Classes are held in a historic heritage-listed Italian villa in Annandale, Sydney.