Fresh Pasta Night: Cavatelli al Pesto
Skip the boxed pasta and discover how easy- and delicious- it is to make fresh pasta from scratch! In this fun, hands-on cooking class, you'll learn how to create authentic Italian cavatelli using just a few simple ingredients and your own two hands- no pasta machine required.
You'll start by mixing and kneading your dough before learning the traditional technique for shaping cavatelli into their signature shell-like form. Then, you'll prepare a vibrant basil pesto from scratch using a mortar and pestle, unlocking the fresh flavors and aromas that make this classic Italian sauce so irresistible.
Once your handmade pasta and pesto are ready, you'll bring everything together into a beautiful dish before sitting down to enjoy the fruits of your labor alongside fellow food lovers. Along the way, your chef instructor will share tips and techniques that will give you the confidence to recreate this Italian favorite at home.
Whether you're planning a unique date night, a fun outing with friends, or simply looking to expand your culinary skills, this class is the perfect recipe for a memorable experience. Come hungry and leave with a new appreciation for the art of handmade pasta!
Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in. Guests in the same booking party will work together throughout the class by sharing ingredients and equipment. Drinks are NOT included in the ticket price, but will be available for sale at the venue. Outside drinks are not allowed 21+ only please.
Chef Leo’s culinary journey began in 2013 when he helped organize Food Revolution
Day in Caracas, Venezuela, part of chef Jamie Oliver’s global initiative. This experience ignited Leo’s passion for cooking, which grew as he explored Venezuelan, Italian, and Spanish cuisines, embracing their rich traditions and flavors. In 2014, Leo launched Canela Cuisine, where he fused Italian techniques—such as handmade pasta—with the bold flavors of Venezuelan and Spanish dishes. His collaboration with Arepas Cafe led to the popular Arepa Experience, where he
taught others to make authentic Venezuelan arepas, while also honing his skills in
classic Spanish dishes like paella and tapas. Through various roles in NYC’s food scene, Leo mastered every aspect of the restaurant world, refining his expertise in Italian, Venezuelan, and Spanish cuisine.
Class will take place on the Terrace of the hotel. The nature of our classes are set up so that booking parties will work together during class, sharing both ingredients and equipment. Drinks are NOT included in the ticket price, but will be available for sale at the venue. Outside drinks are not allowed. 21+ only. For any guests booked individually, if you are part of a larger group please email hello@cocusocial.com at least 48 hours prior to your class to confirm your full booking party size and the names of the others in your group.
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