"Healthy. ..Organic... Delicious...Like Eating in Italy "
IN-HOME COOKING CLASS MENU OPTIONS
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ARTISAN BREAD SELECTION
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Each selection of fresh-made bread is prepared with imported Italian flour and served with my signature whipped ricotta, drizzled with hot honey and finished with Sicilian pistachios.
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Rosemary Focaccia – A crisp, golden focaccia generously dotted with imported olives, fragrant rosemary, and finished with a drizzle of olive oil.
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Pancetta Bread – A deliciously crunchy loaf baked with savory pancetta, creating a rich and flavorful bite.
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Ciabatta Bread – A light and airy loaf topped with fresh rosemary and sea salt, offering a simple yet classic Italian flavor
ENTREE
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1. Lobster Ravioli Sorrentino - $118 pp
This exquisite creation where tender handmade pasta pillows are masterfully filled with fresh and juicy Atlantic lobster meat. This standout dish is elevated by a bold red pepper cream sauce that adds a perfect hint of heat, making it undeniable a favorite among seafood enthusiasts. Treat yourself to this culinary delight that guarantees to impress.
2 . Chicken alla Cacciatore Piccante- $105 pp
Hailing from the region of Lazio, you will savor the bold flavors of premium organic chicken, boned and skinless chicken thighs, simmered and braised expertly in imported tomatoes and lightly enhanced with a peppers, white wine and aromatic rosemary. This dish delivers a satisfying hint of heat that truly elevates the experience. Indulge in this culinary triumph that guarantees to impress your taste buds.
3. Prosciutto 'n Mushroom Ravioli – $105 pp
Delicate handmade ravioli generously filled with a medley of wild mushrooms and velvety ricotta, plus the delicate and unmatched flavor of imported Prosciutto de Parma which comes from the rolling hills of Emilia Romagna where breezes flow into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Then finally bathed in a luscious butter sauce infused with garlic, fresh thyme and a splash of white wine and finished with shaved Parmigiana-Reggiano. Finally, for an indulgent aromatic experience, drizzled with imported Truffle oil.
4. Cannelloni alla Bolognese - $97 pp
Experience our classic handmade fresh pasta dish where we mix finely ground lamb (or beef) and sweet Italian sausage blended with creamy ricotta and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. This dish combines effortlessly with the bold flavor all enveloped in a luxurious Bolognese sauce. An exceptional creation designed to elevate your dining experience.
5. Chicken Saltimbocca de Roma - $105 pp
This dish is translated to "Jump in your mouth".... you will experience succulent organic breasts of chicken where the rich flavors of imported Prosciutto de Parma meet with the decadence of picante provolone cheese, topped with fresh sage, then gently bathed in a robust Marsala wine sauce. This dish promises an unforgettable taste of Italy and a true culinary masterpiece!
6. Lasagna alla Fiorentina - $97 pp
Savor the boldness of this Florentine creation, featuring handmade pasta layered and filled with ground grass fed beef, creamy ricotta, and organic baby spinach, all immersed in a rich, slow-cooked vodka marinara sauce. A true celebration of authentic Italian cuisine.
7. Chicken Napoleone - $105 pp
Prepare to elevate your dining experience with our exceptional dish of organic boneless and skinless chicken thighs, commemorating Napoleons victory in Austria, paired with jumbo wild caught shrimp that speaks for itself. Enveloped in robust, hearty ragu, this dish guarantees satisfaction and will immerse yourself in the authenticity of Italian cuisine.
8. Shrimp Fra Diavolo - $105. pp
An exquisite dish of jumbo, wild caught shrimp swimming in a delicious rustic tomato sauce, delicately adding the right amount of spice and fragrant aromas of Italian herbs. A delightful mix with vibrant flavors thrilling your taste buds.
VEGETARIAN DISHES
$97.00 pp
9. Spinach and Artichoke Gnocchi in Goat Cheese Sauce
Get ready to dive into the incredible flavors of handmade gnocchi made with spinach and artichokes perfectly matched with a deliciously rich tasting goat cheese sauce...a true celebration of Old-World cooking, bursting with amazing depth and flavor that will wow your taste buds. The vibrant sauce and tender gnocchi come together in a delightful mix that’s absolutely irresistible! Treat yourself to this fantastic culinary creation that showcases the art of cooking at its finest!
10. Quattro Formaggi alla Piedmontese
A delicate and traditional recipe from Italy’s Piedmont region, featuring miniature pillows of handmade fresh pasta filled with a rich blend of four imported Italian cheeses. Finished with a bright and zesty marinara sauce for a perfect balance of creamy and tangy flavors.
11. Pumpkin Ravioli in a Burnt Butter Hazelnut Sauce
Indulge in our exquisite miniature pies crafted from handmade egg pasta, lovingly filled with organic pumpkin. Each pie is enveloped in a luxurious burnt butter sauce and with perfectly toasted hazelnuts. This dish embodies a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, ensuring every bite is a and delicious experience.
12. Lasagna con Melanzana
Tender slices of organic baby eggplant, gently roasted and layered with sheets of handmade pasta oven baked to perfection in a deeply flavorful tomato sauce then crowned with a generous layer of imported Parmigiano-Reggiano for a golden, savory finish.
13. Porcini Mushroom 'n Ricotta Ravioli
Delicate handmade ravioli generously filled with a medley of wild porcini mushrooms and velvety ricotta. served in a luscious butter sauce infused with garlic, fresh sage and a splash of white wine. Finished with shaved Parmigiana-Reggiano and a drizzle of truffle oil for an indulgent, aromatic experience.
14. Pappardelle with Sicilian Pesto
Savor this freshly prepared pappardelle, elegantly combined with an arugula and garlic pesto, complemented by almonds and finished with imported Pecorino-Romano cheese. This vibrant dish offers a pleasing harmony of flavors and colors, designed to captivate and delight.
DOLCI
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The Diva's own Freshly Made Gelato --
*Pistachio * Chocolate Walnut * Espresso Chip
*Organic Raspberry *Spumoni
FOR AN ADDTIONAL ENTREE OF FRESH HANDMADE PASTA
$15 pp
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Cavatelli - Pappardelle - Penne
served with a choice of a Marinara Sauce or Sage Burnt Butter Sauce
Before You Book
Children and Young Guests: Our Italian cooking classes are designed as an adult-oriented experience and take place in a working kitchen with knives, hot surfaces and cooking equipment. For the safety and enjoyment of all our guests, young children are not permitted to attend or remain in the kitchen during class.
Minimum Fee: A minimum charge of $779.00 applies for each private event, along with an automatic travel fee of $100 for events within a 15-mile radius of 02571. For locations beyond this distance, an additional fee of $2.00 per mile round will be incurred.
Event Policy
The Italian Diva offers a hands-on, interactive cooking experience, and we encourage all guests to participate in the preparation of the selected menu and various courses. Guests who choose not to participate in the cooking activities may remain in the class area as a paid participant, or they may leave the class area during the cooking portion of the event.
Deposit: A minimum deposit of $500 is required to secure a specific date for private events. Full payment must be made at least 7 days in advance, and due to extensive preparation, The Italian Diva cannot issue refunds for cancellations made within 30 days of the event. For cancellations outside the 30-day window, a 50% refund will be provided. In cases of severe weather, such as snowstorms or hurricanes that make travel unsafe, all deposits will be credited towards a future date, subject to availability.
Other Important Details: Please note that, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate gluten or lactose intolerance/allergies, and guests are not permitted to bring their own ingredients or substitute foods.
Because this is a hands-on cooking class, all attendees are expected to prepare the selected menu. Special meals, alternative ingredients, or foods outside of the selected menu cannot be provided or prepared.
A Final Word From The Italian Diva: We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us create an enjoyable and engaging experience for everyone.
Alcohol: All participants are responsible for their own alcohol consumption and agree to release The Italian Diva LLC and its employees from any liability.