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

Rural Tuscan Cooking Class - Fri Sep 19

$150.00