Traditional Tuscan Flavours - Half Day Cooking Class

Fresh Pici pasta making, Tuscan meat sauce and pear salad from Chef Davide's home town.



3 hours Class size 1 to 6

label £100 - £125 (Earlybird price of £100 applies if you book into a public session 10+ days ahead. £40 per class surcharge applies for private classes)

Indulge in an intimate Italian cooking experience, learning from celebrated international chef, Davide Cerretini, who will guide you through the process of creating delicious dishes inspired by the beautiful region of Tuscany. This is not just an opportunity to cook and learn; it's also a chance to meet a chef whose unique story has had a huge impact on the hospitality industry in the USA. A larger-than-life character known for his humor and innovative thinking, his classes are always entertaining, informative, and one-of-a-kind.

Hosted in the chef's home kitchen for groups of up to 6 guests, you will savor the delicious traditional Italian dishes you make, along with 2 glasses of Prosecco and one glass of exquisite Italian wines thoughtfully paired with your food.

The menu showcases the essence of authentic Tuscan flavors:

  • Pere e Pecorino Salad: A refreshing blend of fresh pear, Pecorino, almonds, and honey with a homemade balsamic dressing.
  • Handmade Pici Pasta: Learn the authentic technique of crafting Pici pasta, a Sienese specialty.
  • Tuscan Meat Sauce Ragu: A hearty and flavorful Tuscan meat sauce.

All the essentials for this class are provided, so there's no need for you to bring anything except a notebook and pen if you wish, and some Tupperware in case there are leftovers! Ingredients, a carefully paired glass of high-quality wine, and a glass of Prosecco upon arrival are included, but feel free to bring any additional drinks or extra bottles of wine that you'd like.

The classes take place in a welcoming private residence in the picturesque town of West Malling, Kent. The area is beautiful to visit for the day if you'd like to come early and stroll around the charming medieval town or visit nearby Leeds Castle. There is a train station 12 minutes' walk from the house with direct trains from Victoria, Waterloo, or Charing Cross (approx. 50 mins travel time), but there is also plenty of paid parking in the streets nearby, with driving from central London taking around an hour.

To start the session, we'll welcome you with a lovely glass of Prosecco. During the class, you'll be learning, sipping a beautiful Italian wine, and enjoying the food that Chef Davide will explain and teach you how to make. After the class, you'll receive an email copy of the recipe, allowing you to recreate your culinary creation at home.

Get ready for a truly wonderful afternoon spent learning, cooking, and tasting. This opportunity promises both delight and amusement, perfect for food enthusiasts. At the end of the session, you'll leave not only with newfound culinary skills but also with a sense of joy and rejuvenation. Don't miss out on this delightful culinary adventure!

(Please be aware that for corporate events or larger parties exceeding 6 guests, we will arrange a separate venue. Additional costs will apply for kitchen rental, extra staff, and corkage fees. For more information, please contact us for further details.)

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 4 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we'll cancel the class; in this case we'll inform you and allow you to get a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.


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Save £25 per guest, when you book 10+ days before a class

Knowledge required
Beginner friendly
 
What you'll get
  • 1 - Glasse of Prosecco when you arrive
  • 1 - Glass of paired high quality Italian wine.
All the ingredients for the dishes.
An apron to wear during the class, if you wish.
A recipe emailed to you after the class so you can cook the dishes again.
What to bring
Tupperware in case there are leftovers you would like to take home.
A notebook and pen if you wish to take notes.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a team building activity, birthday or hen do.

This would also be a lovely gift for her, gift for mum, anniversary gift, Father's Day gift or birthday gift.

Location

Private House - 8 Water Lane, West Malling, ME19 6HH, England

There are frequent, direct trains from Waterloo, Victoria or Charing Cross that take around 50 minutes. The train station is a 12 minute walk from the house, or there is paid and free parking in the streets around town.

Your teacher can also travel within 10 miles of West Malling, to a venue of your choice for a private class

Traditional Tuscan Flavours - Half Day Cooking Class location
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Your teacher
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Hi, my name is Davide Cerretini, also known as 'The One Star Chef'. I'm a native of Tuscany and spent the last 30 years in Los Angeles and San Francisco, where I had a long career as a chef and restauranteur. I have experience in the entertainment business, as I have appeared in TV shows, such as The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, starred in a movie, as well as being interviewed countless times across radio and TV internationally.

The food I cook is 100% authentically Tuscan, learned from my family growing up in the countryside of Italy. Throughout my career I have focused on preserving the flavours and ancient techniques of that region without compromise. I am very passionate about the stories behind the dishes and how simple ingredients prepared in the right way can be so much more satisfying and flavourful than elaborate and complex recipes.

My classes are relaxed, humorous and full of storytelling. You will learn tips and tricks that I picked up while growing up in Tuscany, and never forgot.
I love to share my secrets with beginners, but also with more skilled chefs that haven't had the opportunity to experience the unique way of cooking that you only find in Tuscany.

My goal is to create a friendly atmosphere with relaxing interaction, all orbiting around delicious food, wine, stories and learning.

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