Cooking with Nonna: Secrets from the Italian Kitchen

Sat Dec 20 2025 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-05:00

150 N Martinwood Road Ste 402, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37923 | Knoxville

The Cutting Edge Classroom
Publisher/HostThe Cutting Edge Classroom
Cooking with Nonna: Secrets from the Italian Kitchen
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🍝❤️ Nonna’s Italian Kitchen – An Italian Culinary Experience to Remember!
Mangia! Get ready to roll up your sleeves and step into Nonna’s cucina for a joyful, hands-on Italian cooking adventure filled with laughter, tradition, and incredible food! 🧄🍅
In this one-of-a-kind class, Chef John will take you on a delicious journey through his Italian family tree, sharing cherished recipes passed down through generations of passionate cooks. From handmade pasta to a mouthwatering dessert, you’ll learn the secrets behind the comforting, soul-satisfying dishes that filled Nonna’s table—and her heart. 💕🍽️
🍷 Sip on wine, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail, and immerse yourself in the flavors of Italy as you cook side-by-side with Chef John in a relaxed, festive setting. Come hungry—there’s plenty to eat, share, and savor!
🎉 What’s on Nonna’s Menu?
🍗 Nonna Pacini’s Eggplant Parmesan – A beloved family recipe passed down through generations! Thinly sliced eggplant is lovingly breaded, lightly fried to golden perfection, and layered with rich marinara, fresh basil, and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Baked until bubbly and beautifully crisp on top, this hearty dish is pure Italian comfort—just like Nonna used to make.
🍝 Nonna Martini’s Rigatoni Della Mamma – Straight from Nonna’s kitchen! Homemade tube-shaped pasta smothered in a luscious pomodoro cream sauce with tender zucchini and gooey gouda cheese—classic, cozy, and unforgettable.
🥔 Nonna Fannuci’s Pillowy Potato Gnocchi – Tossed in a brown butter, sage, and prosciutto sauce—melts in your mouth!
🍞 Nonna Rinaldi’s Homemade Focaccia Bread – Golden and fluffy, topped with fresh herbs and olive oil.
🍋 Nonna Alunni’s Italian Lemon Cheesecake – Light, luscious, and finished with toasted almonds for the perfect bite of sweet citrus heaven.
👨‍🍳 Instructor: Chef John Alunni
🎓 Class Style: Demonstration & Hands-On
Whether you’re Italian by blood or by appetite, this class is your ticket to the heart of Italy—one bite at a time. Let’s toast, cook, and celebrate la dolce vita! 🥂✨
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