Gnocchi & Fresh Pasta Making Class with Mama Florence

Experience the Joy of Handcrafting Gnocchi and Tagliatelle in Florence

Join us at Mama Florence Cooking School for a delightful culinary adventure where you will master the art of making two beloved Italian pasta varieties: Gnocchi and Tagliatelle. Nestled in the heart of Florence, our class offers a warm, authentic setting to learn, cook, and indulge in your pasta creations.

Master the Delicate Art of Pasta Making with Mama Florence

Pasta making is a hands-on experience that requires knowledge and skill. Whether you're new to pasta or a seasoned pro, our classes will share the best pasta-making techniques, recipes, and tips to help you master this delicate culinary craft. Our classes offer a truly authentic experience, led by our head chef, who hails from Florence, Tuscany, and speaks fluent English.

Your Culinary Journey

• Gnocchi Perfection: Dive into the world of Gnocchi, learning to create these soft, pillowy dumplings from scratch. We'll cover selecting the right potatoes, the perfect dough consistency, and the secrets to achieving that melt-in-your-mouth texture.
• Tagliatelle Techniques: Get hands-on experience in making Tagliatelle, one of Italy's most famous pasta types. From rolling out the dough to cutting it into those characteristic thin ribbons, you'll learn the steps to perfect this classic pasta.

A Gnocchi Cooking Class Experience Perfect For:

• Enthusiasts of Italian cuisine eager to learn authentic gnoccchi and recipes.
• Home chefs looking to expand their gnocchi and pasta-making skills.
• Food lovers seeking a unique cultural experience in the heart of Florence.

What’s included in your Pasta Cooking Class

• Hands-on cooking class with a professional chef
• Preparation of an appetizer, two pasta shapes with sauces, and a dessert 
• A full meal of prepared dishes with seated table service
• Locally sourced, sustainable and organic ingredients
• A Prosecco break
• Two glasses of fine Italian wine during your meal
• Recipes of all the dishes you’ve prepared emailed to you after the class
• Class duration, including meal, is approximately 3.5 hours
• 22% VAT tax

Join Our Gnocchi & Pasta Class:

Discover the Finest Fresh Gnocchi Ingredients

Embrace the art of Italian pasta making with Mama Florence. Our Gnocchi & Tagliatelle Making Class is not just a cooking lesson; it’s a dive into the heart of Italian culinary tradition. Learn, laugh, and dine in a class that’s as enjoyable as it is educational.

Book your spot now and be ready to transform simple ingredients into extraordinary dishes!

Discover the Finest Fresh Pasta Ingredients

Our culinary experts advocate for selecting the ideal flour type specific to each pasta variety, ensuring unparalleled texture and taste. We also meticulously choose eggs based on size and freshness, essential for enriching the pasta's flavor, whether the recipe calls for them or not. In our class, you'll master the art of crafting exceptional pasta, with or without eggs, shaping your preferred pasta forms and concocting superb fillings and sauces to enhance your homemade creation. Conclude your culinary journey by savoring your own pasta dish, complemented by a carefully chosen glass of Italian wine. Get ready for an unrivaled pasta-making experience in Florence, the epitome of Authentic Italian Cuisine.

Here's what you can expect when stepping in one of our authentic Florentine kitchens

Learn How to Plate the Perfect Pasta Dish

Our pasta-making classes teach you to roll, knead, and cut different pasta shapes, including spaghetti and tortellini. We'll experiment with various shapes and fillings while guiding you to pair them with the best sauces and ingredients

Enjoy a Full Meal with Your Prepared Dishes

Learn the art of sauce preparation and discover the perfect pasta shapes to maximize flavor and create an irresistible pasta experience. Our classes will teach you to match pasta with the proper sauce, ensuring each noodle is perfectly coated for a deliciously saucy experience.

Our Cooking Classes Are Great for Kids, Too

Bring your little ones along! Children ages six and up can join our pasta and pizza-making classes with adult supervision. Our authentic Italian cooking classes are great for all ages.

What do you Wear to a Pasta Making Class?

For the class, it is important to have long hair tied back and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. As the session involves standing and cooking for the majority of the time, it's essential to be at ease during the process. To ensure everyone's safety and proficiency, customers will receive a thorough demonstration of knife skills at the beginning of the class. 

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