Cooking Class - Make Fresh Ricotta Dumplings

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$ 75 Per person

all-inclusive: 2-hour class, 1-course meal.


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What You'll Do

Master handmade ricotta dumplings finished with a simple sage butter sauce.

Set the mood for a cozy Italian night as you learn to make ricotta-and-spinach dumplings completely from scratch in this hands-on cooking class. You’ll mix ricotta, finely chopped spinach and Pecorino Romano with just enough flour to create a tender dough, then shape dumplings that are delicate yet perfectly structured.

After gently simmering them, you’ll finish the dish with a warm sage butter sauce. By the end, you’ll sit down to a comforting plate that feels straight out of a neighborhood trattoria, made entirely by you. Book your class today!

Beverages are available for purchase to enhance your experience. Guests must be 21+ to attend.

Details
  • Minimum Guests 1
  • Maximum Guests 25
  • Meal Courses 1
  • Event Duration 2 hours
  • Labels Beginner, Date Night, Italian, Mediterranean, Pasta Making

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Based in Philadelphia, Chef Alessandra infuses every dish with passion, creativity and skill honed across some of the East Coast’s most celebrated kitchens. Her journey has taken her from developing recipes for a leading culinary TV network to mastering the art of charcuterie and sausage making. A proud graduate of the Institute of Culinary Education’s Farm to Table program, she draws inspiration from local farms, seasonal ingredients and the stories behind every plate. For Chef Alessandra, cooking is about connection between food, craft and the people who come together to share it.

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What You'll Do

Master handmade ricotta dumplings finished with a simple sage butter sauce.

Set the mood for a cozy Italian night as you learn to make ricotta-and-spinach dumplings completely from scratch in this hands-on cooking class. You’ll mix ricotta, finely chopped spinach and Pecorino Romano with just enough flour to create a tender dough, then shape dumplings that are delicate yet perfectly structured.

After gently simmering them, you’ll finish the dish with a warm sage butter sauce. By the end, you’ll sit down to a comforting plate that feels straight out of a neighborhood trattoria, made entirely by you. Book your class today!

Beverages are available for purchase to enhance your experience. Guests must be 21+ to attend.

Details
  • Minimum Guests 1
  • Maximum Guests 25
  • Meal Courses 1
  • Event Duration 2 hours
  • Labels Beginner, Date Night, Italian, Mediterranean, Pasta Making
Reviews
Lauren
04/05/2026
I highly, highly recommend Chef Alessandra! She created a custom cooking class for us that catered to all of our preferences. She's incredibly knowledgable, we had so much fun and, most importantly, the food was incredible. You will not be disappointed!
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Karen M.
03/31/2026
We got to experience the Tuscan Awakening journey with Chef Alessandra! It was amazing and Chef was a pleasure to meet and work with! She has great stories and is well traveled. Chef is a wonderful teacher and very professional. We will definitely book again and recommend to family and friends.
Chuck P.
02/07/2026
Amazing class- Alessandra’s passion for cooking & food is contagious! Very fun & hands on experience. I highly recommend her classes
Robert B
01/29/2026
We recently had the pleasure of hosting a private dinner prepared by Chef Alessandra for a small group of friends, and the entire evening exceeded every expectation. The five-course meal—featuring dishes inspired by the regions of Tuscany and Sicily—was a true culinary journey. From two exquisite antipasto courses, fresh baked focaccia, to a handmade fresh pasta dish, perfectly prepared prawns, and a stunning dessert finale, every plate reflected creativity, technical skill, and a deep respect for authentic Italian cuisine. Alessandra sources organic, hyper-local, biodynamic ingredients, and it truly shows in the exceptional freshness and flavor of her food. Each dish was beautifully presented, with layers of taste and texture that demonstrated both sophistication and balance. Equally impressive was Alessandra’s engaging presence. She introduced each course with enthusiasm, sharing details of the ingredients, methods, and Italian traditions behind the dishes. Her working knowledge of Italian, gained from her studies in Florence and cheffing time in Tuscany, added an extra dimension of authenticity and charm—as did her warm, fun-loving personality. By the end of the evening, our guests were absolutely delighted—not only by the incredible food but by Alessandra’s infectious energy and professionalism. As a final touch, she left our kitchen spotless, as though no elaborate meal had been prepared there at all. Chef Alessandra is a rare combination of talent, passion, and grace. We cannot recommend her highly enough and look forward to our next opportunity to enjoy her outstanding cuisine.