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Lets Embark on a culinary tour of Italy without leaving Knoxville as we craft a menu that celebrates the diverse flavors and regional specialties of Italy, with a focus on mastering the art of ravioli making. Our chef will share his family recipes handed down through generations as you cook side by side to create an amazingly fresh and delicious meal! By the end of the evening, we’ll sit down to a delicious dinner that we’ve prepared ourselves, savoring the fruits of our labor and the camaraderie of cooking together. Buon appetito!The Menu:
Chopped Italian Salad with Vinaigrette: We’ll start by preparing a vibrant Italian salad packed with a variety of fresh veggies like tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and olives. Our chef will guide us through making a classic vinaigrette, balancing the acidity of vinegar with the richness of olive oil and infusing it with herbs and seasonings for extra flavor.
Homemade Pasta: Next, we’ll roll up our sleeves and learn the art of making pasta from scratch. Our chef will share tips and tricks for creating the perfect pasta dough, emphasizing the importance of the right flour-to-egg ratio and the proper kneading technique. We’ll work the dough until it’s smooth and elastic, then roll it out and cut it into sheets for our ravioli.
Ricotta and Mozzarella Cheese Ravioli: Using our freshly made pasta dough, we’ll craft delicate ravioli filled with a creamy mixture of ricotta and mozzarella cheese. Our chef will teach us how to properly portion the filling and seal the ravioli to ensure they hold together during cooking. With a little practice, we’ll create perfectly formed pockets of cheesy goodness.
Bolognese Sauce: No Italian pasta dish is complete without a rich and hearty Bolognese sauce. Our chef will demonstrate how to make this classic meat sauce, slowly simmering onions, garlic, ground meat, tomatoes, and cream until they meld together into a flavorful sauce that coats each strand of pasta perfectly.
Lobster Ravioli: A luxurious dish that showcases the sweet and succulent flavor of lobster encased in delicate pasta pillows.
Brown Butter Sage Sauce: A classic accompaniment to pasta, particularly delicate varieties like ravioli. It’s known for its nutty flavor and fragrant aroma.
Chocolate Mousse with House-made Whipped Cream: To satisfy our sweet tooth, we’ll whip up a decadent chocolate mousse from scratch. Our chef will guide us through melting chocolate, folding in whipped cream, and chilling the mousse until it’s light and airy. We’ll top it off with a dollop of house-made whipped cream for an indulgent finish to our meal.
Instructor:
Chef John Alunni – With years of experience and a passion for global cuisines, Chef John will guide you through the intricate flavors and techniques of Italian cooking, ensuring an unforgettable culinary experience.
Instructional Format:
Demonstration & Hands-On: Chef John will demonstrate key techniques and guide you through each recipe step-by-step, allowing you to get hands-on experience in preparing authentic ravioli dishes. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, interact with fellow participants, and immerse yourself in the culinary journey.
Requirements:
Enthusiasm For Italian Cuisine!
A willingness to get hands-on and engage with the cooking process.
Come hungry and ready to enjoy the delicious creations!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
150 N Martinwood Road Ste 402, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37923
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