Unleash your inner chef with the Viator Exclusive: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in Greenwich Village. Led by expert host Mary, this hands-on experience lets you master the art of making fresh pasta from scratch. Savor a delightful meal filled with seasonal ingredients and indulge in a cozy atmosphere with rooftop views. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, this class promises an unforgettable journey through the flavors of traditional Italian cuisine.
This experience made our article of 6 Best Cooking Classes & Tours In New York City.
Key Points
- Hands-on pasta making class and authentic Italian dinner hosted by an expert Italian chef in a cozy Greenwich Village home with rooftop views.
- Focus on preparing fresh, seasonal pasta dishes using locally-sourced ingredients, including options like linguine with pesto, tomato sauce, or clam sauce.
- Personalized attention and warm, social atmosphere, allowing guests to learn traditional Italian cooking techniques with guidance from the host.
- Includes a starter panzanella salad, main pasta course, dessert, and take-home recipes, along with wine.
- Experience is priced at $148.58 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the event.
Overview of the Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner
The pasta cooking class and dinner experience in Greenwich Village, New York City, is hosted by Mary, a local with an Italian culinary background, and takes place in her home with rooftop views.
With an average rating of 4.8/5 from 6 reviews, the hands-on class focuses on making fresh pasta and Italian recipes using local, seasonal ingredients. Participants can choose their level of involvement.
The sample menu includes a Panzanella salad starter, linguine with various sauces for the main, and gelato or chocolate mousse for dessert.
The experience includes dinner, wine, and the opportunity to take home recipes and culinary skills.
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Culinary Expertise and Setting
Mary, the host of the pasta cooking class and dinner, comes with an Italian culinary background that lends authenticity to the experience.
Guests gather in her cozy home, enjoying stunning rooftop views of Greenwich Village. The intimate setting allows for personalized attention and a warm, social atmosphere.
Mary guides participants through the preparation of traditional Italian dishes, sharing her expertise and passion for the cuisine. The hands-on approach enables guests to actively participate, learning essential culinary skills they can replicate at home.
Mary’s hands-on approach enables guests to learn essential culinary skills for traditional Italian dishes, sharing her expertise and passion.
With fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, the class culminates in a delightful dinner shared among new friends.
Hands-on Pasta Making and Italian Recipes
Participants begin the class by learning the fundamentals of making fresh pasta from scratch. Mary guides them through mixing the dough, kneading it, and transforming it into long, thin strands of linguine. Guests can choose their level of hands-on involvement, from full participation to more observational roles.
| Pasta Making Activities | Ingredients | Techniques |
| — | — | — |
| Dough Mixing | Flour | Kneading |
| Pasta Cutting | Eggs | Rolling |
| Sauce Preparation | Olive Oil | Tossing |
| Plating | Seasonings | Portioning |
| Tasting | Fresh Herbs | Garnishing |
The class culminates in an authentic Italian meal featuring the homemade pasta and a selection of seasonal sauces, salads, and desserts, all made with locally sourced ingredients.
Seasonal Ingredients and Sample Menu
With a focus on local and seasonal ingredients, the sample menu highlights the freshness and authenticity of the Italian cuisine.
The starter is a classic panzanella salad, featuring fresh tomatoes, bread, and herbs.
A classic panzanella salad, brimming with fresh tomatoes, bread, and fragrant herbs, sets the stage for an authentic Italian dining experience.
For the main course, guests can choose between linguine with pesto, a vibrant tomato sauce, or a seasonal clam sauce.
To end the meal on a sweet note, the host offers gelato or Italian pastries, including a delectable plant-based chocolate mousse.
The thoughtfully curated menu ensures a truly memorable dining experience that showcases the best of Italian culinary traditions.
Inclusions and Additional Options
The pasta cooking class and dinner includes both the meal and wine. Guests are welcomed to bring their own additional beverages if desired.
Beyond the hands-on pasta-making and cooking lesson, participants take home the recipes they learned. This allows them to recreate the authentic Italian dishes they made at the class in their own kitchens.
The experience provides a memorable evening filled with new culinary skills, tasty food, and lively company – all in the comfort of the host’s home with scenic rooftop views of Greenwich Village.
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Logistics and Accessibility
The pasta cooking class and dinner takes place at a meeting point on West 12th Street in New York City, with the full address provided upon booking confirmation.
The experience starts at 6:30 PM and is limited to a maximum group size of 8 travelers.
While the location isn’t wheelchair accessible, it’s near public transportation.
Guests must communicate any food allergies or dietary needs prior to the event.
The class offers a hands-on approach, allowing participants to choose their level of involvement in making fresh pasta and Italian recipes.
Pricing and Booking Policies
The pasta cooking class and dinner in Greenwich Village costs from $148.58 per person. Guests can reserve their spot now and pay later.
There’s a free cancellation policy up to 24 hours before the experience. The class has a maximum group size of 8 travelers, ensuring an intimate setting.
While the venue isn’t wheelchair accessible, it’s near public transportation. Guests must communicate any allergies or dietary needs upfront.
Positive Guest Experiences and Highlights
Guests consistently rave about the memorable evening and enjoyable dishes they get to make at home during the pasta cooking class and dinner experience. Many highlight learning new cooking techniques from their host, Mary, who shares her Italian culinary expertise. The hands-on approach allows participants to choose their level of involvement, from mixing dough to shaping pasta. Guests particularly enjoy the fresh, locally-sourced ingredients used to prepare the seasonal menu items, such as the Linguine with pesto or clam sauce. The convivial atmosphere and intimate group size create an unforgettable night of good food and company.
| Positive Feedback | Highlights |
| — | — |
| New cooking techniques | Memorable evening |
| Enjoyable dishes made at home | Convivial atmosphere |
| Fresh, local ingredients | Intimate group size |
The Sum Up
The Viator Exclusive: Pasta Cooking Class & Dinner in Greenwich Village offers an immersive culinary experience. Guests learn to craft fresh pasta from scratch, then savor a delectable meal featuring seasonal Italian dishes. With expert guidance, stunning views, and take-home recipes, this class provides an unforgettable taste of authentic Italian cuisine for a reasonable price.
📍 This experience made our list of the 6 best Cooking Classes & Tours in New York City
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