With Chef Max. A seafood-focused evening built around shrimp risotto and cod served with saffron cream on a squid ink potato base. Chef Max will walk through how to build flavour in risotto and prepare seafood with balance and precision, using both traditional and more refined techniques. The menu finishes with panna cotta, a smooth Italian […]
With Chef Brandi. Learn to prepare Ricotta gnudi, soft Italian dumplings - often called naked ravioli because they are the filling without the pasta shell - very similar to gnocchi but lighter and cheesier. The Gnudi is the highlight of this menu and a dish rarely found outside of traditional kitchens. Chef Brandi will show […]
With Chef Veronica and Riccardo. Penne all’Arrabbiata and Pasta alla Norma take the lead in this menu, showcasing two classic Italian pasta dishes from Rome and Sicily. Chef Veronica will walk through how each dish comes together, from the bold, spicy tomato base of Arrabbiata to the eggplant and ricotta salata in Norma. The menu […]
With Chef Roberto. Chicken Saltimbocca, a classic Roman dish made with prosciutto and sage, is the highlight of this menu. It’s paired with mushroom risotto and finished with tiramisu made from homemade ladyfingers. Chef Roberto will take the mystery out of risotto and share with you a predictable method for this classic, technique sensitive, favourite. […]
With Chef Brandi. Cacio e Pepe, a classic Roman pasta dish known for its creamy texture made from just cheese and black pepper, is the centrepiece of this class. You’ll see how this simple dish is brought together with the right technique, served with prepared pasta and an arugula and parmesan salad. The evening will […]
With Chef Veronica and Riccardo. Rabbit ragù, a slow-cooked Italian sauce rich in flavour, is the focus of this rustic menu, served alongside gnocchi. Chef Veronica will show how this style of ragù is prepared and how it differs from more familiar meat sauces. The menu also includes burrata, a soft Italian cheese with a creamy […]
Sunday Dinner at the Italian Club in Halifax, NS. April 26, 2026, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm.
Meal includes Primo: Bowtie pasta in a light cream sauce and Secondo: Roasted chicken with a crisp, parmesan crust, served with beans, squash and salad. Italian lemon ricotta cake for dessert sold separately.
With Chef Max. Pasta alla Norma leads this menu, which is a classic Sicilian vegetarian pasta dish from Catania, featuring pasta tossed with tomato sauce and eggplant. This is paired with beef carpaccio, thinly sliced beef with arugula and Parmigiano. Chef Max will walk through how these regional dishes come together, ending with Seadas, a […]
With Chef Roberto. This is a class focused entirely on pasta making. You’ll learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch, the way it’s done in traditional Italian kitchens. From mixing the dough to rolling and shaping, Chef Roberto will guide you step by step so you leave confident making pasta at home. To pair […]
With Chef Riccardo. This is a classic Italian comfort menu, done the right way. In this class, Chef Riccardo will guide you through preparing a selection of well-loved dishes that balance tradition, flavour, and simplicity. You’ll start by learning to make a a classic Roman sauce for Spaghetti all’Amatriciana – made with tomatoes, pancetta (cured […]
With Chef Max. Learn how to make lasagna the Italian way, starting completely from scratch. In this class, Chef Max will guide you through each step of building a traditional lasagna, beginning with fresh pasta dough. You’ll learn how to prepare the pasta sheets, along with one of the key elements that sets Italian lasagna […]
With Chef Max. This class focuses on classic Italian dishes you can confidently make at home. You’ll begin by preparing a traditional Italian sauce, using simple ingredients and techniques that build depth, balance, and flavour. This is one of those foundational skills that elevates everyday cooking. For the main dish, you’ll learn: ✔ Chicken Saltimbocca […]