About this Event
Handmade Orecchiette Workshop: A Taste of Puglia
Experience a hands-on culinary experience celebrating the flavors and traditions of Puglia. Guided by a special guest chef joining us directly from Puglia, you’ll learn how to prepare traditional orecchiette entirely from scratch—from making the dough to shaping each signature “little ear.”
After the workshop, enjoy the orecchiette you prepared, served with a traditional sauce made with fresh cherry tomatoes, basil and cacioricotta. No previous cooking experience is required—just bring your appetite and enthusiasm!
Event Highlights
- Two-hour experience from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Welcome drink upon arrival and curated Puglian wine pairing
- Hands-on orecchiette-making workshop
- Special guest chef joining us directly from Puglia
- Traditional dough-making and shaping techniques
- Tasting of your freshly made orecchiette with cherry tomatoes, basil and cacioricotta
- Professional tips and guidance throughout the workshop
- Pastagasm bowl with two servings of fresh orecchiette to cook and enjoy at home
- Intimate experience with limited seating
Come ready to roll up your sleeves, discover an authentic Puglian tradition and create delicious memories together!
Make It Private
Want the whole table to yourselves? Book an entire workshop session for your group and turn it into your own private pasta party—perfect for birthdays, celebrations, team events or simply a memorable experience with friends.
For private bookings and availability, contact us directly at [email protected].
Agenda
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Welcome Drink & Introduction to Puglia
Info: Meet your hosts, enjoy a welcome drink and discover the story and traditions behind one of Puglia’s most iconic pasta shapes.
🕑: 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Orecchiette Dough Demonstration
Info: Chef Alessandra will demonstrate how to prepare traditional orecchiette dough from scratch, sharing authentic techniques and professional tips.
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:10 PM
Hands-On Orecchiette Workshop
Info: Roll up your sleeves and learn how to cut and shape orecchiette by hand, with personalized guidance throughout the workshop.
🕑: 12:10 PM - 12:25 PM
Cooking & Traditional Sauce Demonstration
Info: Learn how the orecchiette are cooked and finished with fresh cherry tomatoes, basil, extra-virgin olive oil and cacioricotta. A Puglian wine pairing will be served to guests aged 21 and over.
🕑: 12:25 PM - 12:50 PM
Orecchiette Tasting
Info: Sit back and enjoy the freshly prepared orecchiette together, accompanied by the selected Puglian wine.
🕑: 12:50 PM - 01:00 PM
Take-Home Bowl & Closing
Info: Receive your Pastagasm bowl with two servings of fresh orecchiette, along with the recipe and cooking instructions to recreate the experience at home.
Event venue & nearby stays
Pastagasm, 124 MacDougal Street, New York, United States