Fresh Pasta Workshop: Learn to Make Authentic Pasta and Sauces from Scratch

Nut free. Can be adapted for Vegetarian, nut-free. Not suitable for gluten-free diets.

Discover the pleasure of making authentic fresh pasta from scratch in our award-winning cookery school in Devon. This hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone who enjoys Italian food and wants to master one of the world's most satisfying cookery skills.

Using simple ingredients and traditional techniques, you'll learn how to mix, knead and roll fresh pasta dough before transforming it into delicate tagliatelle and beautifully filled ravioli. Along the way, our professional chefs will demonstrate an authentic Italian carbonara and show you how to prepare delicious sauces.

Whether you're completely new to pasta making or looking to refine your skills, this relaxed and friendly workshop provides plenty of opportunities to ask questions, build confidence and recreate everything at home.

Why this course?

Fresh pasta is surprisingly simple to make once you understand the techniques, and the results are a world away from shop-bought alternatives.

This workshop focuses on traditional methods that can easily be recreated in your own kitchen. You'll leave with the knowledge, skills and confidence to prepare fresh pasta for family and friends, together with recipes to continue your pasta-making journey at home.

What You'll Make

During the workshop you'll make:

• Fresh pasta dough
• Tagliatelle
• Filled ravioli
• Fresh pasta sauces

You'll also enjoy a demonstration and tasting of a traditional Italian carbonara.

Skills You'll Learn

• Mixing and kneading pasta dough
• Rolling fresh pasta
• Making tagliatelle
• Preparing filled ravioli
• Cooking fresh pasta correctly
• Making authentic Italian pasta sauces
• Traditional Italian pasta-making techniques

Schedule

Based on 0930 and 1000 start times.

09:30 / 10:00  Arrival and introductions
09:45 / 10:15  Demonstration and make fresh pasta dough
10:15 / 10:45  Demonstration of authentic Italian carbonara with tasting
10:30 / 11:00  Make fresh tagliatelle and ravioli                  
11:30 / 12:00  Prepare pasta and sauces                             
12:30 / 13:00  Enjoy lunch together with questions and discussion        
13:00 / 13:30  Depart                                                    

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the day structured?

Courses are hands-on and interactive. Most practical elements are completed in pairs, allowing everyone to experience a wider range of techniques while sharing some of the preparation. Guidance and support are available throughout. Guests with more experience may be gently encouraged to take their dishes further.

As with most of our workshops, the day combines demonstrations, tasters and practical cookery. We encourage questions throughout and every course develops slightly differently depending on the interests and experience of the group.

If you have any questions about how the practical sessions are organised, or are concerned that working in pairs may not be suitable for you, please contact us before booking and we'll be happy to advise.

The course concludes around our large dining table where everyone enjoys the dishes they've created together with a glass of wine.

What is included?

The workshop includes all ingredients, recipes, equipment, expert tuition, refreshments throughout the session and, where applicable, a shared meal with a glass of wine or everything you've made to take home.

Do I need to bring anything?

Everything needed for the course is provided. Guests will be emailed approximately one week before the event with any final information, including whether there is anything specific to bring or any changes to arrangements.

For some courses, there may be food to take home. Where relevant, we recommend bringing containers; this will be noted in advance.

Can you cater for dietary requirements?

The key dietary details are noted at the top of each course listing. There may be other accommodations that we can make. Please let us know of all dietary requirements at the time of booking. We will always aim to accommodate where possible.

Can children attend this course?

Yes, children are welcome as full paying guests.

Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a full paying parent or legal guardian, who remains responsible for them throughout the class.

Young people aged 15–18 may attend without a parent or guardian. A completed parental consent form is required for all attendees aged 15–18. These courses are aimed at adults, and young people must be able to participate independently and behave appropriately without requiring additional supervision.

Please indicate ages at the time of booking.

What time will we eat?

Meal times are often unconventional and usually take place towards the end of the class, once the cooking is complete.

Throughout the session there will be tastings, and you'll be encouraged to taste as you cook. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available throughout the day to help yourself.

Schedules are illustrative and timings/content may vary slightly. End times are given as a guide only. As these are hands-on, experiential courses, timings may vary slightly depending on the size and pace of the group.

Is the course accessible?

Accessibility needs vary, and we're always happy to discuss individual requirements in advance.

We have a portable ramp available and can allocate designated parking spaces where needed. Any adjustments are best discussed ahead of time so we can explore how to accommodate you wherever possible.

There can be a lot of standing on hard floors. Please contact us if you are concerned about this. There may be adjustments that can be made.

Can I buy this course as a gift?

Our courses make great gifts.

When booking, you can also purchase:

a physical gift card sent by first class post
a physical gift card sent by second class post

Alternatively you can simply print and present the booking confirmation.

If undecided, you can purchase a monetary-value gift voucher, which can be redeemed online against this or any other course.

What is your cancellation and rescheduling policy?

We operate a strict four-week cancellation policy. Cancellations or requests to reschedule within four weeks of the course date are not refundable. However, bookings are transferable and someone else can come in your place; we just ask that you let us know.

Please refer to our Terms and Conditions of Booking for full details.

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