GNOCCHI MAKING CLASS & ITALIAN DINNER 🍝

What to expect

Join us for a hands-on cooking class celebrating the rich flavors and traditions of Italy with Chef Maria Elena Calvi. Born and raised in a small town near Venice, Maria Elena will guide you through making handmade saffron gnocchi from scratch—a classic Northern Italian dish known for its delicate flavor and vibrant golden color.

We’ll start with a meat and cheese charcuterie board, while you sip on fresh beers and wine pairing. Then, you'll make gnocchi from scratch, learning how to knead, stretch, and shape the dough in a fully hands-on class. Once the gnocchi is ready, you’ll sit down to enjoy the meal you’ve prepared, served with a fresh salad on the side, in a laid-back and friendly setting.

About the dish

Gnocchi are soft, pillowy dumplings made from potatoes, flour, and egg, then rolled, cut, and boiled until tender. This special version is infused with saffron, a prized spice known for its vibrant golden color and delicate, earthy flavor. Popular in Northern Italy, saffron gnocchi is a comforting yet elegant dish, often paired with a buttery or creamy sauce. Its bright hue also resembles mimosa flowers, the official symbol of Women's Day in Italy!

What to bring

• Comfortable outfit

• Comfortable shoes

• You can also BYOB if you'd like to! 🍷

About Chef Maria Elena

Chef Maria Elena hails from the North-East of Italy, near Venice. Growing up, she learned the art of cooking by observing her grandmother, following the tradition of passing down culinary skills through practice rather than written recipes. She moved to the United States in 2020, just before the pandemic, and began her professional training as a chef at Eataly. Chef Maria Elena firmly believes that the secret ingredient to great cooking is love, as the meals prepared for loved ones always turn out to be the best.

Premium Tickets

For those who want to take a piece of the experience home, premium tickets include a Pasta Box with a selection of high-quality, authentic Italian ingredients.

Ticket Policy

Classes are non refundable. If you can no longer make your class, you are  able to modify the date/time of the booking, up to 72 hours prior to the event, or can transfer your ticket to a friend. After 72 hours, refund, exchanges or modifications are not accepted.