Tucked away in the heart of Siena, the Cesarine Small Group Pasta Making Class promises an immersive culinary adventure. Hosted in a local home, this intimate setting allows visitors to learn the art of crafting traditional Sienese pasta dishes. With a maximum of 15 participants, the class offers personalized guidance and the chance to savor the fruits of one’s labor paired with local wines. As the anticipation builds, the question remains – what secrets will this hands-on experience unveil?
Key Points
- Intimate pasta-making class in Siena, Italy, where participants learn to prepare three traditional Sienese pasta recipes: pappardelle, pici, and gnud.
- Class limited to a maximum of 15 travelers for personalized instruction and hands-on experience.
- Tasting of the prepared dishes paired with local wines and complemented by a souvenir apron and shopping bag.
- Hosts adhere to strict sanitary measures, including social distancing and optional use of masks and gloves.
- Class held in a cozy, local setting, accessible via public transportation.
Experience Overview
What does this Pasta Making Class in Siena entail?
It’s a small group experience where you’ll learn to prepare three traditional Sienese pasta recipes – pappardelle, pici, and gnud.
You’ll enjoy your creations paired with local wines in an intimate setting, with a maximum of 15 travelers.
The class includes tasting the three pasta dishes, beverages, and you’ll even get a souvenir apron and shopping bag.
Enjoy tasting the three pasta dishes, beverages, and receive a souvenir apron and shopping bag.
Strict sanitary measures are in place, with hosts following guidelines and providing essential equipment.
The activity ends back at the meeting point in Siena, which is accessible via public transportation.
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Class Details
This small group pasta making class in Siena teaches participants to prepare three traditional Sienese pasta recipes: pappardelle, pici, and gnud. The creations are paired with local wines, providing an authentic culinary experience. The class takes place in a small group setting, with a maximum of 15 travelers, ensuring personalized instruction.
| Menu Items | Description |
|————|————-|
| Pappardelle | Broad, flat pasta |
| Pici | Thick, hand-rolled spaghetti |
| Gnud | Ricotta and spinach-filled dumplings |
Hosts follow strict sanitary rules, and essential equipment like paper towels and hand sanitizer are provided. Masks and gloves are recommended to maintain a safe distance of 1 meter during the class.
Inclusions
The pasta making class in Siena includes several inclusions to enhance the overall experience.
Travelers can enjoy a tasting of the three pasta recipes they prepare, accompanied by local wines, water, and coffee. Plus, participants receive a souvenir apron and shopping bag as keepsakes from the class.
The class also adheres to strict sanitary rules, providing essential equipment like paper towels and hand sanitizing gel. The small group setting, with a maximum of 15 travelers, ensures a personalized and engaging experience.
The small group setting and strict sanitary measures ensure a personalized and engaging pasta making experience.
The inclusions of the pasta making class in Siena:
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Tasting of the 3 pasta recipes
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Beverages (water, wines, coffee)
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Souvenir apron and shopping bag
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Strict sanitary measures and essential equipment
Health and Safety Measures
Hosts at the pasta making class in Siena follow strict sanitary rules to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for participants.
Essential sanitary equipment like paper towels and hand sanitizing gel are provided. Participants are expected to maintain a 1-meter distance and masks and gloves are recommended.
These measures help mitigate the risk of COVID-19 transmission. The small group size of up to 15 travelers also allows for better distancing.
Meeting Information
Where does the pasta making class in Siena take place? The class meets at a designated location in Siena, Tuscany, with the exact address provided after booking. The activity ends back at the meeting point.
The pasta making class in Siena is:
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Accessible via public transportation
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Held in a small group setting, with a maximum of 15 travelers
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Provides a cozy, local experience at a host’s home
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Concludes with participants returning to the original meeting spot
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Preparing for the Class
Participants should arrive at the specified meeting point in Siena, Tuscany as the class starts promptly.
Dress comfortably and wear closed-toe shoes, as you will be on their feet during the hands-on pasta making. Bring a water bottle and any necessary medications.
Essential sanitary equipment like paper towels and hand sanitizer will be provided, but participants should wear masks and gloves as recommended.
The class takes place in a small, intimate setting, so participants should be prepared to engage with the instructor and fellow travelers.
The experience lasts approximately 3 hours from start to finish.
Highlights of the Pasta Making Class
Three highlights of the pasta making class stand out.
The class teaches participants to prepare three traditional Sienese pasta recipes: pappardelle, pici, and gnud. Participants will enjoy tasting their creations paired with local wines in a small group setting.
Plus, guests receive a souvenir apron and shopping bag to take home, along with essential sanitary equipment like paper towels and hand sanitizer provided throughout the class.
Finally, the pasta making takes place in a local’s home, providing an authentic cultural experience in Siena.
The Sum Up
The Cesarine Small Group Pasta Making Class offers an authentic culinary experience in Siena. Participants will learn to make three traditional Sienese pasta dishes while adhering to strict sanitary measures. With personalized instruction and included souvenirs, this class provides a memorable addition to any Tuscan adventure. Savor your creations paired with local wines in an intimate setting.
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