Cooking Classes

You'll feel like you're in Rome when you join Chef Marcia for this fun class! You will learn techniques and methods to make perfect Fettuccine from scratch, which will be complimented by a Traditional Alfredo Sauce and Italian Green Beans. And, just like in Rome, you'll join your significant other and new friends while enjoying

Calling all seafood lovers! Expand your cooking skills with these recipes that are creative, quick and delicious! You will learn the techniques to prepare two unique seafood dishes paired with an elevated asparagus side dish spiced up with lemon and Calabrian pepper oil. Enjoy your culinary Pre-Spring creations with a complimentary glass of our featured

Whether you've been married for years or are dreaming of future wedding bells, this fun class features the internet sensation, "Marry Me Chicken!" Together, we will make an exciting dinner with flavors that "marry" beautifully! You'll celebrate on our romantic piazza with a toast featuring a complimentary glass of our red or white wine. Cin

This exciting class will teach you the methods and techniques to make the ultimate handmade Ravioli. You will be making, rolling and cutting the ravioli pasta, as well as creating a simple and delicious filling and a luxurious Roasted Red Pepper and Spinach Cream Sauce. We'll wrap up this amazing class by making an Italian

Take spaghetti night to the next level! In this workshop you will master the method and techniques to make easy homemade pasta from scratch. Then you will use a pasta machine to roll and cut the pasta. As a bonus we’ll teach you how to prepare basic Italian Red Sauce and Traditional  Meatballs. You will

Whether you're an enthusiastic wine lover or have an occasional open bottle you'd like to use, this class is perfect for you! Learn how to use wine to enhance the flavor and complexity of your Italian feasts and wow your guests! Once learning the techniques and methods to prepare this "all things wine" dinner, you'll

Please join us for one of our most popular classes! You will learn the methods and techniques to make Homemade Potato Gnocchi, followed by the versatility of creating two traditional sauces that pair beautifully with this favorite Italian pasta. You'll round out this delicious dinner making Steamed Broccoli Almondine and Roasted Garlic Bread with homemade

Make the most of Spring Break! Hey kids! We all love Chicken Parmesan but let's have fun and make Chicken Parm Meatballs Sliders. Young chefs will work in teams to make this delicious kid favorite, along with some fun sides and a sweet treat. Best of all, we will gather in the piazza to eat

For Teenagers Only! Back by popular demand - we're offering this fun and educational class to teens from ages 12-17. They will learn basic knife skills, how to make and cut homemade pasta, how to prepare meatballs from scratch, construct a chopped salad, and many other basic cooking skills! This class is for students only.

You’re invited to a special Italian Dinner Party with Friends! This class will give you all the tools to create an easy and impressive dinner party for friends or family. Chef Marcia will teach you the methods and techniques to create 4 delicious courses including a whipped ricotta appetizer, chicken marsala scallopini, perfect risotto and

Different from many other ethnic cuisines, Mediterranean cooking describes culinary trends shared by a very diverse group of people that lived in the regions around the Mediterranean Sea. Join us while we “cruise” the Mediterranean on an exciting culinary adventure which features offerings and techniques influenced by recipes from Italy, Sicily, Greece, Spain, and France.

This class is a new pasta making workshop featuring the ease and fun of making homemade pasta with classic Roman recipes. You will learn the techniques and methods to make flavor packed dishes with a focus on combining fresh and minimal ingredients. We will then dine on our lovely Piazza enjoying your culinary achievements, dessert

Southern Italy’s “Heel of the Boot'' region is the focus of this culinary adventure. You will use fresh, flavorful and quality ingredients to create these Italian favorites. You will learn and experience the techniques to prepare a modernized Beef Braciole over a luxurious Polenta along with traditional Roasted Broccolini. Then you and your friends will

Homemade Gnocchi is one of our most requested cooking classes. Made with just a few ingredients these pillowy dumplings won’t disappoint! Chef Marcia will teach you the methods to make the perfect homemade gnocchi nestled in a cheesy sauce with a crispy bacon topping, taking Mac & Cheese to a new level! You will also

Join us for this fun, unique and delicious class celebrating Italy’s finest “Stuffed” culinary creations. You will experience learning the techniques and pairings to create luscious Italian Sausage, Ricotta and Spinach “Stuffed” Shells, Garlic and Parmesan “Stuffed” Artichokes, and a special Italian Chopped Salad with Gorgonzola “Stuffed” Cherry Tomatoes. For dessert you’ll enjoy a “Stuffed”

Do you want to learn how to make homemade ravioli AND are a seafood lover? Then, this class is for you! Chef Marcia will instruct you how to make homemade pasta dough then use it to create the ultimate shrimp ravioli dish. You will also be making roasted salmon and a unique asparagus side dish.

Join or meet friends to celebrate the cuisine of beautiful Milan, where food traditions have resisted trends and remain timeless with their simple preparation and sophisticated flavors. You will master the techniques for preparing the famed Risotto alla Milanese along with a Piccata Milanese accented with an Arugula Tomato Salad and Cheesy Garlic Bread. We

Roman cuisine features fresh, seasonal and simply prepared ingredients. In this class you will learn the Italian methods to prepare traditional Roman dishes highlighting simplicity, yet with aggressive flavors. Then you can enjoy your culinary achievements on our lovely Piazza where you will also be served a glass of our featured red or white wines!

This class is a new pasta making workshop featuring the ease and fun of making homemade pasta with classic Roman recipes. You will learn the techniques and methods to make flavor packed dishes with a focus on combining fresh and minimal ingredients. We will then dine on our lovely Piazza enjoying your culinary achievements, dessert

In this innovative class, you will learn how to make beautiful and delicious ravioli from the simple to the sublime! You will start by learning to make homemade pasta dough, then transforming it into a fabulous dish to WOW your family or guests. Chef Marcia will teach you the tips, and techniques to roll and

Venice is located in the province of Veneto, which offers some of the most varied cuisine in Italy and is also the birthplace of Tiramisu and Prosecco! In this class you will experience making Cicchetti, a Venetian tradition of small plate appetizers similar to Spain’s Tapas. You will also learn various techniques for creating dishes

Roman cuisine features fresh, seasonal and simply prepared ingredients. In this class you will learn the Italian methods to prepare traditional Roman dishes highlighting simplicity, yet with aggressive flavors. Then you can enjoy your culinary achievements on our lovely Piazza where you will also be served a glass of our featured red or white wines!

Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea with breathtaking scenery and over 900 miles of stunning coastline. In this class you will learn the techniques to create a classic dish still very popular today, using homemade pasta and the traditional preparation from the 1900s by food cart drivers! We will also make 3

Emilia-Romagna is a region situated in the northern part of Italy. It is one of the largest regions of the country and the capital, Bologna, is especially wonderful in the springtime. In this class you will learn to prepare Garganelli, one of the most loved pasta types of this region, prepared loaded with fresh spring

Welcome to our Sicilian Sunset Dinner Party! Learn the history and techniques for preparing traditional dishes influenced by the diverse cultures of the beautiful island of Sicily. After preparing four delicious courses inspired by the cuisine of this unique island, we will continue the celebration on Carfana’s charming Piazza! You can enjoy your culinary creations

Enjoy a special evening celebrating the cuisine of beautiful Milan where food traditions have resisted trends and remain timeless. We will honor their simple preparation and sophisticated flavors while teaching you to master the techniques of two time honored favorites, famed Risotto alla Milanese and Piccata Milanese with an Arugula Tomato Salad. You’ll also prepare

Homemade Gnocchi is one of our most requested cooking classes. Made with just a few ingredients, these pillowy dumplings won’t disappoint! Chef Marcia will teach you the methods to make the perfect homemade gnocchi nestled in a cheesy sauce with a crispy bacon topping, taking Mac & Cheese to a new level! You will also

You’re invited to a special Italian Dinner Party with Friends! This class will give you all the tools to create an easy and impressive dinner party to celebrate the best spring ingredients. Chef Cindy will teach you the methods and techniques to create 3 delicious courses including our house made fresh Garganelli with Spring Vegetables,

Come to our Parmigiana Party where the menu kicks off our Storewide Weekend Parmageddon event and celebrates all things Parmesan! Learn the methods and techniques to make traditional Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Parmesan with Prosciutto, and Parmesan & Herb Orzo. You will also prepare a classic Caesar Salad served in a crispy parmesan “bowl”. We’ll take

Making Crepe Style Manicotti with Creamy Ricotta Cheese Filling and San Marzano Tomato Sauce is easily within your reach In this hands-on class. Chef Sue will use her exceptional knowledge of creating authentic Italian pastas to teach you the techniques to make this extraordinary entrée from the Campania region of Italy. You will also make

Join us for this fun class featuring a rainbow of summer’s bounty ingredients! You will learn the techniques to make a perfect summer vegetable risotto along with a delicious stuffed pork chop and Nonna Carfagna’s unique Caprese salad. For dessert you will savor a luscious Easy Peach Upside down Cake demonstrated by Chef Cindy and

Join us for this special hands-on workshop, all about Gnocchi! Chef Marcia will instruct you through the dough making, cutting and shaping of the gnocchi, as well as instructing the techniques to make an Italian Classic, Gnocchi alla Sorrentina. This classic dish comes from Sorrento, on the Amalfi Coast. Gnocchi made in the Sorrentina style

This exciting class will teach you the methods and techniques to make the ultimate handmade Ravioli. You will be making, rolling, and cutting the ravioli pasta, as well as creating a simple and delicious filling and a luxurious Roasted Red Pepper and Spinach Cream Sauce. We’ll wrap up this amazing class by making an Italian

Welcome to Nonna’s Garden where you will delight in the delicious tastes of summer! You will learn the techniques and methods in making a perfect sweet corn risotto, a layered chicken provolone and a beautiful Heirloom tomato, mozzarella, basil and orange Caprese salad. You’ll begin with enjoying watermelon, basil and feta skewers and finally culminating