Stuff Happens: A Filled Pasta Making Class

Thursday, September 24, 6-8pm Grass Valley Community Room ***THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT*** Join us for a hands-on journey into the art of fresh pasta making. In this interactive class, you'll learn to make traditional egg-based pasta dough from scratch while exploring classic stuffed pasta shapes from the Piemonte region in northwest Italy. Working side by side, you'll mix, roll, shape and fill dough using simple kitchen utensils like forks, spoons, knives and even your fingers! Together, we'll create beloved filled pastas including square ravioli, half-moon agnolotti, and tortellini. Along the way, you'll learn techniques for transforming fresh egg-based dough into beautiful handmade pasta and gain tips for achieving great results at home. We'll also demonstrate the best methods for cooking stuffed pasta so you can serve it with confidence. As a bonus, every participant will take home a ravioli cutter to continue practicing their new skills. By the end of class, you'll have a deeper understanding of traditional pasta-making techniques, practical hands-on experience, and the confidence to create fresh pasta for family and friends. You'll also take your handmade pasta home to enjoy. Each ticket includes a complimentary glass of wine upon arrival (non-alcoholic options available). Class size is limited to ensure plenty of individual instruction and hands-on practice. Please note: This class includes wheat, eggs, and dairy. No dietary substitutions can be accommodated. 👨🍳 About the Instructor Michael McGrath is an Italian-trained chef, food educator, and writer who has been teaching wood-fired cooking, bread baking, and Italian culinary techniques for over a decade. He holds certifications from the Italian Culinary Institute for Foreigners (ICIF), Accademia Pizzaioli, ASR Pizzalab, San Francisco Baking Institute (SFBI), and Keith Giusto Bakery Supply (KGBS).