Cooking Class - Flavorful Italian Classics From Scratch - Austin

$ 89 Per person

all-inclusive: 2-hour class, 4-course meal.

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What You'll Do

Create a full Italian comfort spread with meatballs, manicotti and affogato.

This cooking class in Austin is your chance to discover a fresh take on Italian classics in a fun, hands-on setting. You'll prepare polpette al forno, then fill and roll homemade manicotti with a rich three-cheese and spinach mixture, all finished with a bright tomato sauce. On the side, you'll roast broccolini with garlic and lemon and wrap up the meal with a simple affogato. Chef Karen or a resident chef will guide you through pasta assembly, sauce preparation and flavor-balancing techniques. This cooking class in Austin is perfect for anyone looking to build confidence with Italian cooking.

Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

This class is suitable for ages 14+ with an adult present. Children under 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Class price is per person.

Details
  • Minimum Guests 1
  • Maximum Guests 16
  • Meal Courses 4
  • Event Duration 2 hours
  • Labels Beginner, Cheese, Italian, Mediterranean, Pasta Making
  • Additional information In this class you will be working hands-on in groups of four sharing work stations and equipment.

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After pursuing culinary school and retiring from teaching, Chef Karen became a chef instructor in 2019. Promoted to Culinary Lead in 2020, she continued to excel, recently stepping into the role of Resident Chef. Working as a Chef Instructor has rekindled her passion for food and sharing culinary knowledge with every guest she meets.

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What You'll Do

Create a full Italian comfort spread with meatballs, manicotti and affogato.

This cooking class in Austin is your chance to discover a fresh take on Italian classics in a fun, hands-on setting. You'll prepare polpette al forno, then fill and roll homemade manicotti with a rich three-cheese and spinach mixture, all finished with a bright tomato sauce. On the side, you'll roast broccolini with garlic and lemon and wrap up the meal with a simple affogato. Chef Karen or a resident chef will guide you through pasta assembly, sauce preparation and flavor-balancing techniques. This cooking class in Austin is perfect for anyone looking to build confidence with Italian cooking.

Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

This class is suitable for ages 14+ with an adult present. Children under 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Class price is per person.

Details
  • Minimum Guests 1
  • Maximum Guests 16
  • Meal Courses 4
  • Event Duration 2 hours
  • Labels Beginner, Cheese, Italian, Mediterranean, Pasta Making
  • Additional information In this class you will be working hands-on in groups of four sharing work stations and equipment.
Reviews
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Natascha W.
04/05/2026
I took bread making class.Andrea was a great teacher !
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Norma M.
02/13/2026
I’m no longer intimidated by preparing a Beef Wellington thanks to Chef Karen! Chef walked us through each step of preparation and voila! The best Beef Wellington accompanied by green beans and mashed potatoes! I’ll be making this menu for my family soon!
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Paul M.
02/12/2026
It was a great experience! Chef Zach was great and explained everything.
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Gidgett S.
06/06/2025
Zackary was amazing. Had lots of fun and was well worth over an 1hr drive to Austin to go. Looking forward to attending many more classes with Zachary
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