Are you a cooking enthusiast and would like to discover the secrets of puff pastry and fresh pasta handmade?
Do you want to learn how to prepare the Tortellini, a symbol of the Emilian culinary tradition, under the guidance of an expert chef?
Do you want to know the main DOP and IGP excellences of the Modena area, such as Balsamic Vinegar?
Our Master Class on Tortellini and Fresh Pasta This is the experience for you!
What is a Master Class of cooking?
A Master Class is more than just a cooking lesson: it's a truly educational, interactive, and immersive experience where participants—under the guidance of an expert chef—can acquire high-level techniques and specific knowledge on a specific topic/dish from a specific culinary tradition.
Why participate in a Master Class?
Taking part in a Master Class will allow you to acquire new skills and share your passion for cooking with others.
- Practical learning: literally get your hands dirty and experiment with every stage of the preparation.
- Convivial atmosphere: share your passion with other food lovers, in a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
- Sensory experience: savour the authentic aromas and flavours of a specific culinary tradition.
- Acquisition of new skills: Learn techniques and secrets of some preparations, which you can replicate at home, to amaze friends and family.
Tortellini & Fresh Pasta: Acetaia Malpighi and Tenuta del Cigno's offerings
La Master Class on Tortellini and Fresh Pasta organized and promoted by Malpighi Acetaia in collaboration with the family farm Swan Estate and with the chef of the house Stefano Corghi, is dedicated to cooking enthusiasts and those who want an authentic and engaging experience, discovering the flavors of the Modena area. Participants will learn and perform the various stages of preparation under the supervision of the chef:
- the art of puff pastry: from choosing the right flour to rolling it out perfectly, you'll discover the tricks to obtaining elastic and tasty pasta;
- preparing the filling: quality ingredients and expert dosages for an unforgettable result;
- the traditional closing of tortellini: an ancient gesture, handed down from generation to generation, that you will learn to master;
- the secrets of fresh pasta: tips and tricks for preparing other pasta shapes, such as tagliatelle, tortelloni, and ravioli;
- the history and curiosities of tortellini: A journey through Emilian culinary tradition, to discover the origins of this iconic dish.
What does the Master Class include?
A journey through the authentic flavors and aromas of Modena and Emilia, in an experience that combines culinary education, conviviality, and the magic of an enchanting location!
The Master Class takes place at theTenuta Del Cigno farm, owned by the Malpighi family, and includes the following stages:
- welcome with a taste of the symbolic wine of the area, Lambrusco di Modena;
- short tour inside the premises where Balsamic Vinegar is born, the ancient vinegar factories, with an explanation of the production, history and importance of this product for the culture of Modena;
- Overview of the cultivation of Modena Lavender® and on the unique environment of the Estate, an enchanting place immersed in lavender fields, vineyards for the cultivation of grapes for cooked must to produce balsamic vinegar and Lambrusco wine, a French-style vegetable garden, fruit trees and plants;
- Master Class on Tortellini and Fresh Pasta, focused on dough-making techniques and the traditional closing of tortellini and tortelloni;
- tasting of the preparations created together and of some local excellences including: balsamic vinegar, fried gnocco, cured meats, cheeses, Lambrusco wine;
- in tribute Participants will receive a small bottle of Modena Balsamic Vinegar to take home the memory and flavor of this experience.
Practical information about the Master Class
A minimum number of participants is required, which varies based on needs (usually 4-6 people to ensure proper management of the Master Class). The Master Class is also available in a foreign language upon request.
Don't miss your chance to become a true fresh pasta master: book your Master Class now and immerse yourself in the art of tortellini and fresh pasta!
For Reservations and detailed pricing information For Master Class information, please contact Acetaia Malpighi's Tourism Division: tel. +39 059 467725 – tour@acetaiamalpighi.it