Book Fresh Pasta Making Workshop – Authentic Italian Dishes in Oakland

Bring the heart of Italy into your own kitchen with this immersive Pasta-Making Workshop in Oakland, led by Chef Mat Wertlieb, a Culinary Institute of America graduate and longtime Bay Area culinary expert. Designed for food lovers of all skill levels, this hands-on class teaches you how to create fresh, authentic Italian pasta from scratch—just like you’d find in Tuscany, Sicily, or Emilia-Romagna.

From kneading silky dough to shaping classic regional pastas and building rich, comforting sauces, this experience blends culinary technique with the warmth of a shared Italian meal.

What to Expect

The class begins with a short, engaging lecture from Chef Mat introducing the menu, regional traditions, and core techniques. You’ll then break into small cooking groups and dive into hands-on pasta-making, learning to:

🍝 Knead and roll fresh pasta dough
🔄 Shape traditional forms like orecchiette, tagliatelle, and pappardelle
🍲 Prepare bold, flavor-forward sauces from scratch
🧀 Balance seasoning and finish dishes with authentic Italian flair

At the end of class, everyone gathers around the table to enjoy a generous shared dinner featuring the dishes you’ve created together. (While leftovers cannot be taken home due to zoning regulations, you’re welcome to enjoy as much as you like during the session!)

Sample Menu (Subject to Change)

• Handmade Prosciutto Tortellini en Brodo
• Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe, Anchovy & Olive Oil Bread Crumbs
• Mushroom Carbonara with Hand-Cut Tagliatelle & Thyme
• Fresh Pappardelle with Pork Sugo, Parmigiano Reggiano & Chili Flake

Each menu highlights authentic regional Italian flavors and techniques that you can recreate at home.

What’s Included

✅ Hands-on instruction from Chef Mat
✅ All tools, ingredients, and aprons provided
✅ Printed recipes to take home
✅ A hearty, family-style meal shared with your group
✅ Expert culinary tips from a seasoned Bay Area chef

Who This Class Is For

This Oakland pasta class is perfect for:

• Beginners wanting to build foundational cooking skills

• Home cooks looking to elevate their pasta game

• Couples seeking a fun date night

• Friends or food enthusiasts wanting a memorable culinary experience

No prior experience is required—just bring your appetite and curiosity.

What to Bring

• Close-toed shoes (no sandals or high heels)

• Long hair tied back (hair ties available on-site)

• Optional: your own apron or chef’s knife

• Guests 21+ may bring wine or beer for personal enjoyment (staff cannot open or serve alcohol)

Health & Safety

• Please indicate any allergies at registration

• No food may be taken home due to zoning regulations

Discover why fresh pasta is at the heart of Italian cooking in this unforgettable Oakland cooking class. Roll up your sleeves, learn authentic techniques, and sit down to a meal you’ll be proud to say you made yourself. 🍷🍝