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A smiling woman in front of a group during a pasta cooking class.
A person scoops green filling onto small ravioli.
Chiara Tomasoni Speaking to a group of cookery school attendees.
River Cottage Pasta all over a floury surface
A smiling woman in front of a group during a pasta cooking class.
A person scoops green filling onto small ravioli.
Chiara Tomasoni Speaking to a group of cookery school attendees.
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Pasta The River Cottage Way

£195.00

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16 May
£195
08 Jun
£195
29 Aug
£195
1 day
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10:00 - 17:00

Learn to Cook Pasta at River Cottage

Looking for the best pasta-making course in the UK? Join us at River Cottage for a hands-on culinary experience where you will learn to craft fresh pasta from scratch, discover traditional Italian techniques, and create delicious, authentic dishes. Chiara Tomasoni, our head chef, has shaped this experience, bringing her expert knowledge and passion for pasta to the course.

Perfect for pasta lovers and food enthusiasts, this course will equip you with the skills to recreate these recipes at home.

Is this course suitable for me?  This course isn’t suitable for those with egg or wheat intolerances.  We recommend this course for participants aged 12 and up. Under-16s must be accompanied by a paying adult. These guidelines are in place to ensure the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of all our guests. Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or need more information.

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME

You will meet your host and start the day with tea, coffee and a treat fresh from the kitchen.

SESSION ONE

Start by learning to make your doughs: classic 00, wholesome green (with spinach or nettles), and semolina. Our chefs will guide you through the basics of dough preparation and teach you how to work with these essential ingredients.

SESSION TWO

We will discuss the importance of ethically sourcing ingredients. You’ll explore how alternative flours can elevate classic dishes and create exciting variations, all while learning the principles behind sustainable pasta-making.

SESSION THREE

In this session, We will help you master pasta shapes and sauces. Learn which shapes pair best with different sauces and use the dough you made earlier to craft your own delicious dish for lunch.

LUNCH

Enjoy your handmade pasta paired with a freshly prepared sauce, accompanied by a vegetable side dish from the River Cottage kitchen. Afterward, treat yourself to a delightful dessert, perfect to round off your meal.

SESSION FOUR

After lunch, dive into making gnocchi, plus explore additional shapes and sauces. The team will also introduce you to the world of commercial salami cabinets, drying chambers, and professional smokers. Learn how hot and cold smoking techniques can create delicious items like bresaola, pastrami, salt beef, and venison ham.

SESSION FIVE

You’ll wrap up the day by learning how to make filled pasta, using seasonal ingredients from River Cottage’s garden and local suppliers. This session will focus on seasonal produce and how to incorporate it into your pasta creations.

DEPARTURE

As the day draws to a close, you’ll have time to chat with fellow pasta enthusiasts and the River Cottage team. At 5 PM, you'll head back up the hill with your handmade pasta and the skills to recreate your experience at home.

What You'll Learn

Perfect the Pasta Dough: Mix, knead, and roll fresh pasta dough to achieve the ideal texture.

Master Classic Shapes: Create tagliatelle, orecchiette, tortellini, ravioli, and gnocchi.

Use Seasonal, Local Ingredients: Work with organic eggs, British flours, and vibrant greens like spinach or nettles.

Craft Authentic Sauces: Prepare rich tomato, creamy carbonara, and bold puttanesca sauces to pair with your pasta.

Cook Like a Pro: Learn cooking techniques to ensure your pasta is always perfectly prepared.

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