Are you craving Italy?
Have an authentic pasta-making and dinner experience right in your home kitchen.

Book Your Experience!
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Are you craving Italy? Have an authentic pasta-making and dinner experience right in your home kitchen.

Book Your Experience Here!

We are now booking in SoCal this July & August 2023, before we head back to Italy!

We are now booking in SoCal through April 2, 2023, before we head back to Italy!

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We are now booking in SoCal this July & August before we head back to Italy!

Are you craving Italy? Have an authentic pasta-making and dinner experience right in your home kitchen.

Book Your Experience!

” When I decided to take this class I was excited to learn some secrets of Italian cooking and learn how to make some of the dishes I had savored during my visit in Italy. I loved learning the secrets that make a big difference in the flavor and texture of the food. Matteo and Alex have a way of teaching and sharing their experience of the food and of life that intertwines into a rich and entertaining experience.  I came away feeling very encouraged and it boosted my confidence of my cooking ability. The way Matteo and Alex teach really helps you understand that cooking is a series of small steps and when you pay attention to each of those steps the results are fabulous.“

- Sara -

” When I decided to take this class I was excited to learn some secrets of Italian cooking and learn how to make some of the dishes I had savored during my visit in Italy. I loved learning the secrets that make a big difference in the flavor and texture of the food. Matteo and Alex have a way of teaching and sharing their experience of the food and of life that intertwines into a rich and entertaining experience.“

- Sara-

The Perfect Experience for You if...

We are now booking in SoCal this July & August 2023, before we head back to Italy!

“We took this class because of the personal, familial approach to making Italian food and loved the incorporation of family, culture and history behind the dishes. Taking this class enhanced our understanding of the history and nature of the ingredients, and how food and culture are essential to Italian people. We would recommend this class to anyone who not only wants to learn the recipes, but experience the enjoyment of slow cooking, thoughtful preparation, and the enjoyment of preparing and eating traditional foods in a communal setting.”

- Terry & Jody-

“We took this class because of the personal, familial approach to making simple Italian food, rather than elaborate recipes that would be difficult to duplicate, and loved the incorporation of family, culture and history behind the dishes. Taking this class enhanced our understanding of the history and nature of the ingredients, and how food and culture are essential to Italian people. The friendliness, ease, and lack of pretension that made it warm and fun! We would recommend this class to anyone who not only wants to learn the recipes, but experience the enjoyment of slow cooking, thoughtful preparation, and the enjoyment of preparing and eating traditional foods in a communal setting.”

- Terry & Jody -

An All-Inclusive Authentic Italian Experience!

Italian Food & Culture

Learn techniques from 2 Italian chefs that you'll be using time and time again in your home cooking!

Two Experiences in One

After putting in the work (labor of love) in your pasta class, get to enjoy the delicious food at your table.

The Warmth of Home

A culinary experience in your own home where you get to relax and be yourself with your loved ones.

Savor the Evening!

Immerse yourself in this experience, losing track of time with your loved ones through Italian food, wine and storytelling.

An All-Inclusive Authentic Italian Experience!

Italian Food & Culture

Learn techniques from 2 Italian chefs that you'll be using time and time again in your home cooking!

Two Experiences in One

After putting in the work (labor of love) in your pasta class, get to enjoy the delicious food at your table.

The Warmth of Home

A culinary experience in your own home where you get to relax and be yourself with your loved ones.

Savor the Evening

Immerse yourself in the experience, losing track of time with your loved ones through Italian food, wine and storytelling.

Book Your Experience!

“My family was impressed with Alex and Matteo’s cooking which led us to choosing the class. Matteo and Alex made us feel very relaxed, which granted us the emotional freedom to act ourselves, laugh, share wine, and not take the class too seriously. The dynamic Matteo and Alex offered was the perfect balance of humor, following a plan, and learning how to prepare delicious food while enjoying wine with loved ones. I think adventurous, curious learners who appreciate the finer aspects of life, and are looking to expand their knowledge of various culinary techniques would love this class experience.” 

- Austin-

We are now booking in SoCal this July & August 2023, before we head back to Italy!

“My family was impressed with Alex and Matteo’s cooking which led us to choosing the class. Matteo and Alex made us feel very relaxed, which granted us the emotional freedom to act ourselves, laugh, share wine, and not take the class too seriously. The dynamic Matteo and Alex offered was the perfect balance of humor, following a plan, and learning how to prepare delicious food while enjoying wine with loved ones. In my experience, it’s not what you learn in these types of experiences, it’s how you feel in retrospect: the feeling of creating something, then enjoying it amongst loved ones. My family laughs and enjoys thinking back about each of the moments shared in their class. I think adventurous, curious learners who appreciate the finer aspects of life, and are looking to expand their knowledge of various culinary techniques would love this class experience.”

- Austin -

What's
Included

All the ingredients. The Pasta Class. Dinner.  Wine. Kitchen Clean-up. It’s all included. 

Learn Fresh Pasta & More

Pasta from scratch, Pro packaged pasta cooking tips, 2 homemade sauces, & dessert. (Disclaimer: all low-carb diets will be put on hold for the night).

Printed PDF recipes for you and each of your guests

TWO experiences in one! An immersive cooking class and dinner

Tuscan wine specially selected for your meal

Done-for-YOU Grocery Shopping

Done-for-YOU Kitchen Clean-up

Personal communication with us to plan every step of your evening

What's
Included

All the ingredients. The Pasta Class. Dinner.  Wine. Kitchen Clean-up. It’s all included.

Learn Fresh Pasta & More

Pasta from scratch, Pro packaged pasta cooking tips, 2 homemade sauces, & dessert.

(Disclaimer: all low-carb diets will be put on hold for the night).

Printed PDF recipes for you and each of your guests

TWO experiences in one! An immersive cooking class and dinner

Tuscan wine specially selected for your meal

Done-for-YOU grocery shopping

Done-for-YOU Kitchen Clean-up

Personal communication with us to plan the details of your experience

Book Your Experience!

We are now booking in SoCal this July & August 2023, before we head back to Italy!

Join us for 100+ years of family history 🇮🇹

Ciao! We are your 2 chefs Alex and Matteo… a quite fun (if you ask us) married couple living between California and Tuscany in Italy.

Matteo hails from his family’s hotel-restaurant in Italy, in business since 1906. Alex (a Californian but now basically Italian) was lucky enough to meet Matteo, first being serenaded by his plates of pasta, and then learning to cook Italian cuisine herself.

Alex moved to Italy in 2013 where she learned Italian language, learned Matteo’s family’s cooking philosophy, and fell in love with the rich culture and traditions behind Italian food.

Now Alex and Matteo proudly “export” the food and culture to California throughout the year through cooking classes like this one and private dinner experiences.

We are proud to have a very “word-of-mouth” business and to be interviewed on Podcasts and YouTube channels, such as the Little Italy of Los Angeles.

When we aren’t in California, you can find us back in Italy welcoming guests (including many Californians) at our family hotel-restaurant in Tuscany.

Join us for 100+ years of family history 🇮🇹

Ciao! We are your 2 chefs Alex and Matteo… a quite fun (if you ask us) married couple living between California and Tuscany in Italy.

Matteo hails from his family’s hotel-restaurant in Italy, in business since 1906. Alex (a Californian but now basically Italian) was lucky enough to meet Matteo, first being serenaded by his plates of pasta, and then learning to cook Italian cuisine herself.

Alex moved to Italy in 2013 where she learned Italian language, learned Matteo’s family’s cooking philosophy, and fell in love with the rich culture and traditions behind Italian food.

Now Alex and Matteo proudly “export” the food and culture to California throughout the year through cooking classes like this one and private dinner experiences.

We are proud to have a very “word-of-mouth” business and to be interviewed on Podcasts and YouTube channels, such as the Little Italy of Los Angeles.

When we aren’t in California, you can find us back in Italy welcoming guests (including many Californians) at our family hotel-restaurant in Tuscany.

F.A.Q

We are currently booking in SoCal (and NorCal with enough interest) this July & August 2023 – before we head back to Italy!

We have found that around 8 people works great, but there is flexibility based on your desired group size. 

This could be for a special celebration like a birthday, team building for companies or just for something meaningful and fun to do with your loved ones. Cooking classes create a different type of bonding between people that is really special.

Yes! We specially select Italian wines for your event 🍷

We offer it on weekends or during the week

Absolutely! Italian cooking is made for home kitchens (and you can’t believe even the humblest of kitchens in Italy churn out culinary magic).

Fill out the contact form below! We will get back to you ASAP.

Our pricing is based on 8 people at $250/person, which includes everything listed above! – pasta class, printed recipes, kitchen clean-up, dinner experience and Italian wine. 

We are happy to accommodate other guest numbers – just let us know what you have in mind. 

A 30% non-refundable deposit is due upon booking to secure your date.

We want this experience to be super relaxing for you so you won’t need to do a lot apart from the planning… We will be using a combination of our own kitchen equipment and yours (pots, pans, utensils) and will use your dishes to serve the dinner at your table. You are free to set the table as you wish.

We are based in Newport Beach, CA and travel around OC and surrounding counties.*

*We are happy to travel to you even if you’re a bit further with a minor additional charge

That’s up to you! Talk to us about adding dinner guests that may want to just watch the class or join in on the dinner afterwards.

F.A.Q

We are currently available in SoCal (and NorCal with enough interest) this July & August 2023.

We have found that around 8 people works great, but there is flexibility based on your desired group size. 

This could be for a special celebration like a birthday, team building for companies or just for something meaningful and fun to do with your loved ones. Cooking classes create a different type of bonding between people that is really special.

Yes! We specially select Italian wines for you based on your menu.

We offer it on weekends or during the week. 

Absolutely! Italian cooking is made for home kitchens (and you can’t believe even the humblest of kitchens in Italy churn out culinary magic).

Fill out the contact form below! We will get back to you ASAP.

Our pricing is based on 8 people at $250/person, which includes everything listed above! – pasta class, printed recipes, kitchen clean-up, dinner experience and Italian wine. 

We are happy to accommodate other guest numbers – just let us know what you have in mind. 

A 30% non-refundable deposit is due upon booking to secure your date.

 

We want this experience to be super relaxing for you so you won’t need to do a lot apart from the planning… We will be using a combination of our own kitchen equipment and yours (pots, pans, utensils) and will use your dishes to serve the dinner at your table. You are free to set the table as you wish.

OC, LA and SD

Actually, no. Talk to us about adding dinner guests that may want to just watch the class or join in on the dinner afterwards.

Book Your Experience!

“I decided to try a cooking class after hearing about the experience from a number of friends. I enjoyed learning the techniques and working with my family – we were so proud of what we produced while gaining a deeper understanding of where the dishes comes from, the local ingredients and the traditional dishes we prepared. I almost can’t describe the feeling of joy that overcame me while re-producing the dishes and then sharing them with my family. I would absolutely recommend this class to anyone who is looking to learn more about Italian cooking and sharing a very meaningful meal with their loved ones. This could also be an amazing group building exercise for a small group of family and friends to sign up for.”

- Alix-

“I decided to try a cooking class after hearing about the experience from a number of friends. I enjoyed learning the techniques and working with my family – we were so proud of what we produced while gaining a deeper understanding of where the dishes comes from, the local ingredients and the traditional dishes we prepared. I almost can’t describe the feeling of joy that overcame me while re-producing the dishes and then sharing them with my family. I would absolutely recommend this class to anyone who is looking to learn more about Italian cooking and sharing a very meaningful meal with their loved ones. This could also be an amazing group building exercise for a small group of family and friends to sign up for.”

- Alix -

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We are now booking in SoCal this July & August 2023, before we head back to Italy!

Fill out the form to Book & Inquire

We are now booking this July & August, before we head back to Italy!

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