Fire up the grill and step up your summer entertaining game! Bring the vibrant energy of an Italian Piazza right to your backyard with a menu designed for warm breezes, cold drinks, and incredible flavor. In this hands-on class, you’ll master the art of Italian-style outdoor cooking, balancing smoky charred flavors with bright, fresh summer sides. Whether you’re looking to host the ultimate backyard bash or just want to elevate your weeknight grilling routine, this class will give you the recipes, tips, and confidence to throw a flawless patio party. Celebrate the season and impress your friends by elevating these summer classics, as you also enjoy a glass of Strawberry Mint Sangria Blanco or Red Wine! Boun Apetito!
Menu
- Whipped Ricotta, Feta & Honey Crostini with Lemon Zested Blueberries
- Grilled Sausage & Peppers Kabobs
- Bruschetta Pasta Salad with “Best” Summer Vinaigrette
- Ultimate Italian Style Baked Beans
- Carfagna’s Famous Homemade Gelato with Italian Almond Cookie
- A Glass of Strawberry Mint Sangria Blanco or Featured Red Wine
Instructed by Peyton Haft
Originally from both Seattle and the Columbus area, Peyton has spent most of his career working in Seattle’s bustling food scene. Now based in Columbus, he brings his passion and experience to Carfagna’s as a Cooking Class Instructor. Peyton specializes in pasta, brunch menus and cooking up perfect steaks and chops!
TICKETS ARE PER PERSON. YOU NEED ONE TICKET FOR EACH PERSON ATTENDING.
All of Carfagna’s Cooking Classes are hands-on and limited to a maximum of 12 adults. You will work with your friends or other guests in small groups sharing food prep, equipment, and workspace while creating a 3 or 4 course meal. The class instruction lasts for approximately 2-2 1/2 hours, followed by dinner in our lovely Vasto Room or Piazza, as a shared buffet of your menu creations. Plus, you will also be served a light appetizer, or dessert and glass of featured red or white wine. (Nonalcoholic options are also available). All food prepared in the class must be consumed on the premises. Menu items are subject to change. If you have any food allergies, please note them on your enrollment form when you sign up for the class. Classes may be canceled up to 24 hours in advance with no refunds, but future classes may be rescheduled within 30 days or for next class availability. Same day cancellations or no shows are not refundable or rescheduled. Guests each receive a Recipe Packet and a 10% off coupon for Carfagna’s Market (Not honored in Carfagna’s restaurant, bar, or for any alcohol).
Cancelation Policy – We do not offer refunds for any canceled Cooking Classes. Classes may be canceled by calling 614-323-8609, up to 48 hours in advance of the class. Another class may be rescheduled within 30 days, or for next class availability. Same day cancellations or no shows are not refundable or rescheduled, but may be transferred to a friend or family member to attend in your place.

