Classic Italian Kitchen


An all-level cooking class combining demonstrations and hands-on preparation of classic Italian dishes, followed by a shared meal.
About this course
Participants prepare a selection of traditional Italian dishes using a mix of demonstrations and hands-on cooking. The menu may include fresh pasta and ravioli, tomato sauce, slow-cooked meat dishes, soups, baked fish and desserts such as apple torta with mascarpone. The session focuses on preparing a complete meal rather than a single recipe, with guidance on Italian ingredients and kitchen methods. Dish selection can vary according to the season or dietary requirements, and participants eat the food prepared during the class.
What you'll learn
- Prepare fresh pasta and ravioli with a spinach and ricotta filling.
- Make traditional Italian sauces, including classic tomato sauce and ragu.
- Use Italian cooking methods for dishes such as soup, pot roast and salt-baked fish.
- Prepare an Italian dessert such as apple torta with mascarpone.
Is this course right for you?
The course is listed as suitable for all levels, making it relevant to learners with different degrees of cooking experience. Participation combines demonstrations with practical preparation, followed by eating the dishes made during the session.
Before you go
- A meal consisting of the dishes prepared during the class is included.
- Two drinks per person are included with the meal, including wine, beer and soft drinks.
- A cotton apron is provided for participants to take home.
- A recipe pack is sent by email within 48 hours after the class.
- Dish selection may change seasonally or to accommodate dietary requirements.
Class teacher
Katie Caldesi
Class teacher
Where this course runs
- Selected class
71 Howards Thicket, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire SL9 7NU, London
Nearest station: Gerrards Cross
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Upcoming classes
1 class
Selected date
Wed 11 Nov 2026
09:30 – 14:30
£140
Caldesi's Kitchen, Gerrards Cross
