Chef Baba's Fun & Authentic Italian Cooking Classes

What you'll do:

Embark on a fun, educational, and delicious journey at Chef Baba's Authentic Italian Cooking Classes! Our classes offer an authentic exploration of traditional Italian dishes just like Nonna used to make. We provide you with the genuine recipes to take home, but in class, we'll share professional tips and techniques to make the cooking process easier. Revel in the meal cooked right before your eyes while delving into the fascinating history of Italian cuisine and culture.

More than just a cooking class, this experience invites you to embrace the true Italian way of life—where food, wine, and conviviality are intertwined. As you learn, enjoy traditional, family-style homemade wine and immerse yourself in the language, ingredients, and techniques that will transform your home kitchen. Savor multi-course meals while discovering the rich culinary traditions of Italy.

Whether you're an enthusiastic home cook or a curious beginner, this immersive, educational, and entertaining adventure will ignite your passion for Italian cuisine, giving you valuable skills, cherished stories, and vibrant flavors to recreate at home long after the journey ends. Perfect for anyone from 8 to 88, whether you come solo, with a partner, family, or a group of friends.

Why we love it for your party:

• Hands-on cooking for people of all ages (You can actively participate in creating authentic Italian dishes, making it a fun and interactive experience for family get-togethers, dates, birthdays, and anniversaries for groups of 2 to 50 people)

• Cultural immersion (Learn about the fascinating history of Italy's cuisine and culture while cooking, offering a unique blend of education and flavor)

• Authentic recipes (You get genuine Italian recipes, along with clever "cheats" to make cooking easier and more enjoyable)

• Relaxed, friendly atmosphere (The laid-back vibe fosters a social and welcoming environment, perfect for bonding with friends or colleagues)

• Delicious results (Enjoy a freshly cooked meal, savoring the dishes made during the class, and complement it with authentic, old-school Italian wine)

• Voted best date night in South Florida (By Sun Sentinel news, and many 5-star ratings on Google and Yelp)

About this experience partner:

Chef Baba (Chef Andrew N. Bennardo) is an award-winning chef with dual degrees from the (CIA) Culinary Institute of America and (FIU) Florida International University's School of Hospitality and Management. 

He trained at the best hotels and restaurants in Europe (including Italy) and in South Florida. His training launched local  restaurants, Bennardo’s Ristorante, Delray Beach; Giancarlo Brick Oven, Delray Beach; and Talia’s Tuscan Table, Boca Raton. 

Chef's current mission is to share his experiences, inform and entertain you, with student prepared, fresh, tasty cuisine in a fun filled cooking class for everyone at all levels. Chef Baba brings unparalleled expertise to every lesson.

Whether you’re handcrafting gnocchi, kneading silky pasta dough, perfecting a creamy risotto, or assembling a delicate tiramisu, each hands-on session offers an authentic dive into Italian culinary traditions. Using only the finest, freshest ingredients, you’ll not only refine your cooking skills but also deepen your appreciation for Italy’s rich gastronomic heritage.

Additional information:

• Duration: 3 hours

• Classes: Saturdays at 2 pm for Welcome to Traditional Italian Cooking and 6 pm for Traditional Italian Dinners at Lauderdale location, and every 2nd Friday at 6 pm at Delray/Boca Location

• Menu: There are multiple menus to choose from, each offered on a different Saturday evening at 6 pm

• Specific meals/dates can be found in the attachment