Question 1

Is this suitable for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The class starts with the basics and is designed to be enjoyable whether this is your first pasta dough or one of many.

Question 2

What pasta will I make?

Accepted Answer

You will make fresh tagliatelle and fresh spaghetti, learning how the same dough can be handled for different shapes.

Question 3

Do we make ravioli?

Accepted Answer

No. Ravioli is no longer part of this class, which gives us more time to perfect tagliatelle, spaghetti and cacio e pepe.

Question 4

What will I take home?

Accepted Answer

You will take home fresh tagliatelle, fresh spaghetti and course notes with the recipe and method.

Question 5

Will we eat during the class?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We finish by making cacio e pepe and sit down together to enjoy a fresh bowl of pasta.

Question 6

Can you cater for dietary needs?

Accepted Answer

Eggs are essential to this dough and cannot be substituted. The rest of the class is vegetarian. We cannot provide a gluten-free environment.

Question 7

What equipment will I use?

Accepted Answer

You will use traditional hand techniques and a pasta machine for rolling and cutting. We explain how to get the best from both.

Question 8

Do I need to bring anything?

Accepted Answer

No. Ingredients, equipment and aprons are ready for you. Wear comfortable clothes and closed shoes.

Question 9

Can I buy the class as a gift?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Choose Buy as a Gift Voucher below the calendar and let the recipient select a suitable date.

Question 10

Can I make pasta by hand?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We explain hand rolling as well as machine rolling, so you can continue with the equipment you have at home.

Pasta

Laid out on the bench