PHILADELPHIA FOOD TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Dinner in Rome: Hands-on Roman Sauces and Pasta — Philadelphia
A focused, 2-hour hands-on class that teaches Carbonara, Cacio de Pepe and other Roman staples—roll your own pasta, enjoy antipasto, and taste complimentary wine.
Dinner in Rome: Hands-on Roman Sauces and Pasta — Philadelphia.
Immerse yourself in the culinary heart of Rome without leaving Philadelphia: a hands-on class centered on classic Roman sauces where participants roll fresh pasta, prepare Carbonara and Amatriciana, make potato gnocchi, and share an antipasto platter, capped by complimentary wine and non‑alcoholic beverages.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands‑On Pasta and Sauces
Participants roll their own pasta and learn traditional preparations of Roman sauces, including hands‑on instruction for Carbonara and Amatriciana alongside potato gnocchi finished in brown butter and sage.
Classic Roman Flavors
The menu centers on Roman staples: an individual antipasto with freshly baked focaccia, Carbonara made with guanciale, Amatriciana, and potato gnocchi—each dish demonstrating the region’s simple, ingredient‑forward approach.
Tasting with Complimentary Wine
Throughout the session guests sample their creations with complimentary wine for those 21 and over, alongside non‑alcoholic options, making the class both instructional and convivial.
What the day feels like
What the Evening Feels Like
The class unfolds as an intimate, tactile workshop: an antipasto starter and focaccia set the table, then instruction moves to the workstations where you shape pasta and finish sauces under guided demonstration, concluding with a shared tasting and wine in a relaxed, social setting.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this class—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The class runs approximately 2 hours.
Bring any necessary information about allergies or dietary restrictions and contact the operator via email beforehand if you require accommodations; guests 21+ should plan to bring ID if they wish to drink.
The set menu includes antipasto with focaccia, Carbonara (with guanciale), Amatriciana, and potato gnocchi; menus are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
Classes are limited in size—there are up to 16 spots available—so book early for preferred dates.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the class?
The experience lasts approximately 2 hours.
Is alcohol provided?
Complimentary wine is provided for guests 21 and over; non‑alcoholic beverages are also available.
Are vegetarian or vegan substitutions available?
This class is not recommended for vegan or vegetarian diets because substitutions are not offered for the stated menu.
I have food allergies—what should I do?
Email the operator before purchasing; they will make accommodations whenever possible.
Will the menu change?
Menus are subject to change based on freshness and seasonal availability.
How many people are in a class?
Classes run with up to 16 spots available.