Cooking Class: Authentic Italian Pizza and Homemade Focaccia
Chef Paolo will teach the recipes for homemade pizza and a variety of breads in this cooking class.
Begin the class by making bakery-fresh breads from scratch. You'll make a traditional whole wheat bread, a soft semolina flour bread and a rustic Tuscan bread, baking each until they're perfectly golden brown. Make an authentic Ligurian focaccia, topping it with aromatic herbs. Then, master the art of making pizza dough from scratch. Practice the technique to knead the dough and roll it out before piling the pizza high with creamy mozzarella and your choice of topping, like spicy salami, Parma ham and fresh tomatoes. Finish off with a dessert pizza topped with chocolate and seasonal fruit to end the meal on a sweet note.
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3 Types of Bread Dough
With whole wheat bread, semolina flour bread and Tuscan bread
Basic Focaccia & Basic Pizza Dough
Pizza With Savory Toppings
With tomato, mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, spicy salami, Parma ham, buffalo mozzarella and more
Sweet Pizza
With seasonal fruit and chocolate
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
- Minimum Guests 1
- Maximum Guests 15
- Event Duration 4 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- LabelsPizza Making, Fun, Italian, Baking, Bread Making
- This is a BYOB venue and alcoholic beverages are not available for sale. You are welcome to bring beer and wine to enjoy during class.
Outside Reviews for Chef Paolo
Silvia
29 Jan 2025
Chef Paolo Monti’s cooking class in Lucca is an unforgettable experience for anyone passionate about learning authentic Italian cuisine. His is approachable, engaging, and full of humor, making the class enjoyable for cooks of all levels. The setting is warm and inviting, providing a great atmosphere!
Event location:
Chef’s Place
Exact location is provided after booking.
Born in a Tuscan bakery, Chef Paolo seemed destined for a remarkable culinary journey. Inspired by his mother, he honed his skills across the globe before establishing his cooking school in the heart of Lucca in 1992. Specializing in cucina Italiana, Chef Paolo shares his passion through quick, simple recipes made with high-quality ingredients, creating a warm and engaging atmosphere filled with humor, hospitality and fun.
