Rural Tuscan Cooking Class - Fri Sep 19

About this experience

Join Tuscan olive oil & wine producer Gaia Massai for this special cooking class, where we'll prepare some favourite family dishes from her childhood in the rural town of San Miniato, Pisa. 

Rural Tuscans wear their nickname of “bean eaters” proudly – not only because they love their legumes, but because the name represents cucina povera, the real essence of Tuscan country cooking. 

The hearty simplicity of this tradition, and bold, richness of its flavours, are on full display with tonight’s menu.  

During the class, you’ll work with Gaia, chef Cosimo and fellow guests to prepare a 3-course meal together. When we’re done, guests will sit down together at a long harvest table to enjoy the meal, served by the Cucinato team. 

MENU 

Salvia e funghi fritti 
Crispy Tuscan style fried sage and mushrooms 

Pinzimonio 
Organic veggies from Enzo’s garden served with Gaia’s olive oil 

Gnudi ricotta e spinaci con pomodoro 
Ricotta-spinach gnocchi with tomato sauce 

Arista maiale con mele
Roasted pork loin baked with herbs and Ontario apples

Patate ghiotta
Slow roasted mini potatoes 

Stufato di cavolo nero 
Black kale and cannellini stew 

Schiacciata con l'uva 
Grape and herb focaccia 

Cantucci
Homemade almond cookies, typical of Gaia’s hometown of Prato 

BEVERAGES 

A selection of wines, beers and soft drinks will be available for purchase at the event. Our wine list can be viewed here: https://cucinato.ca/collections/wines

We also offer corkage, the fee is $15 per bottle. 

TERMS & CONDITIONS 

• No refunds after purchase
• Exchanges (one per ticket) permitted up to 5 days prior to the event.
• Tickets to Cucinato events are transferable - you can give them to someone else if you can’t attend (but please notify Cucinato in advance!)
• We will do our best to accommodate dietary needs – please contact us before booking