Italian Cooking Classes in Portland

Discover how easy making homemade pasta can be in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Sarah!To make pasta presto, you'll first learn how to make the dough. Combine flour, eggs, water and salt into a simple dough. Then, master the technique to knead and shape it. Chef Sarah will teach you how to cut assorted shapes and how to cook them until al dente. Then, whip up a rich browned butter sauce seasoned with sage and garlic to pair with your pasta. At the e...

Dig in during this delightful Italian cooking class led by a world-class chef. Begin your authentic Italian workshop by crafting a bruschetta with citrus ricotta and Calabrian roasted tomatoes. Continue with a pesto risotto involving arborio rice, white wine, basil, sunflower seeds, olive oil and garlic. Craft a scrumptious chicken Milanese with chunky Arrabbiata and balsamic reduction including fresh produce like tomatoes, onions, Aleppo pepper and more....

Transport yourself to the Italian countryside with this immersive cooking class. Under the guidance of Chef Sarah, you'll learn how to make an authentic Italian feast. Begin with a refreshing Caprese salad made with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil drizzled with olive oil. Next, make savory bacon-wrapped dates and crostinis for an unforgettable antipasti. Stuff the dates with blue cheese and finish with a tangy balsamic glaze and a citrus arugula salad...

This hands-on cooking class is all about gnocchi, a fixture of Italian cuisine since its invention in the 1700s. Gnocchi are potato dumplings — they work well with red sauce, caramelized vegetables, sweet sausage or creamy white sauce. With the guidance of Chef Tess, a classically trained chef with years of experience, you’ll learn how to prepare gnocchi while putting your own unique spin on each dish. For an appetizer, you’ll whip up authentic trico...

Under the guidance of Chef Tess, guests in this cooking class will learn the foundational techniques of pasta making. With only two ingredients, eggs and flour, learn to make tender and flavorful homemade pasta and sauces. Start by creating a savory and complex truffle and celery root filling for ravioli, then choose from three sauces and accompaniments to pair with handmade linguine. Choose from a classic Bolognese, creamy carbonara or classic con vongole...