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Do as the Italians do: a hands-on pasta masterclass on Oxford Street
A focused, two-hour, classroom-style session that teaches fresh pasta from dough to plate — useful for travellers who want a practical, reproducible skill rather than a sit-down meal.
Do as the Italians do: a hands-on pasta masterclass on Oxford Street.
At The Jamie Oliver Cookery School on Oxford Street, the Pasta Master is a compact, practical masterclass that walks you through making fresh pasta dough, shaping three classic formats and pairing them with simple sauces before you sit down at the chef’s table to eat what you’ve made.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands-on dough and cutting with an Imperia machine
You’ll mix and roll fresh pasta dough, then run it through an Imperia pasta machine to produce sheets and strands — the practical core of the class and the skill you’ll take home.
Make tagliatelle, farfalle and vermicelli
Under guided instruction you’ll shape your dough into three distinct pastas — wide ribbons, bow-ties and fine vermicelli — learning the forming and cooking differences for each.
Three sauces and a chef’s-table meal
The class demonstrates three simple sauces (a fresh no-cook tomato, a herby butter and a creamy mushroom) and concludes with tasting your pasta at the chef’s table alongside a rocket and radicchio salad.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
The two-hour class blends demonstration and hands-on work: you’ll mix dough, use a pasta machine, shape and cook pasta, then assemble sauces and sit down to eat the results with a glass on arrival — a brisk, skill-focused kitchen shift rather than a leisurely restaurant meal.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this masterclass suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Come ready to get hands-on — aprons are part of the lesson vibe and water is provided throughout the session.
A complimentary glass of bubbles (or a soft drink) is offered on arrival; additional wine, beer, spirits, mixers, cocktails and softs are available to purchase.
Only those actively participating are allowed in the Cookery School; spectators and waiting areas for friends or family are not available.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the class?
The class runs for approximately 2 hours, including demonstrations, hands-on cooking and time to eat at the chef’s table.
Will I get something to drink?
Yes — you receive a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival (or a soft drink if you prefer), water is provided throughout, and additional drinks are available for purchase.
Can the class accommodate dietary preferences?
The class can be adapted for vegan and vegetarian diets but is not suitable for gluten-free diets.
Do I need to book as a pair?
No — you do not have to be part of a pair to book; solo participants may be paired with another person during the class.
Can I bring friends to watch?
No — only those actively taking part in the class are permitted at the Cookery School; spectators cannot be accommodated.
What will I learn?
You’ll make fresh pasta dough, roll and shape tagliatelle, farfalle and vermicelli, and learn three simple sauces including a creamy mushroom sauce, then sit down to enjoy your dish with a salad.