Pasta Basics Workshop: October 28th | 5pm

Pasta Basics — Fresh Pasta & Foundational Italian Techniques

Wednesday, October 28 · 5:00–8:00 PM · Monarch Culinary Studio, 71 King St, London

A hands-on workshop focused on the fundamentals of fresh pasta production, shaping techniques, and classic Italian preparation. Join us at Monarch Culinary Studio for an immersive culinary experience designed to build confidence in scratch-made pasta through guided instruction and practical repetition. Guests will learn the essential techniques behind mixing, rolling, cutting, and shaping fresh pasta while gaining a deeper understanding of dough texture, hydration, and handling.

Featured Menu

First Course
Fresh Bruschetta on House-Made Sourdough — seasonal tomato bruschetta served on freshly grilled sourdough bread

Main Course
Lemon Chicken with Bowtie Pasta & Pistachio Pesto — freshly prepared farfalle paired with bright citrus chicken and house-made pistachio pesto

Dessert
Tiramisu-Infused Ice Cream, House-Made Biscotti & Mascarpone Snow — an elegant plated dessert inspired by classic Italian flavours

The Experience

This hands-on workshop places guests at dedicated workstations to learn the foundations of fresh pasta making from scratch. Guests will work through dough preparation, kneading, rolling, cutting, and shaping techniques while developing an understanding of proper texture, elasticity, and flour hydration. Throughout the session, chef-guided instruction and practical repetition help build confidence and consistency in handling fresh pasta dough.

In addition to pasta production, guests will prepare a fresh pistachio pesto to take home alongside their pasta dough for continued practice and enjoyment after the workshop. The experience concludes with a chef-executed dinner service and interactive Q&A discussion, allowing guests to enjoy a refined Italian-inspired meal while exploring additional culinary questions and techniques in a relaxed studio setting.

Techniques You’ll Master

• Mixing and kneading fresh pasta dough from scratch
• Proper dough hydration and texture development
• Rolling pasta sheets to consistent thickness
• Cutting and shaping bowtie (farfalle) pasta
• Handling and storing fresh pasta properly
• Preparing fresh pistachio pesto from scratch
• Coordinating pasta timing and finishing techniques

What’s Included

• 2.5–3-hour hands-on culinary workshop
• All premium ingredients and equipment
• Chef-guided instruction at your workstation
• Fresh pasta dough and pesto to take home
• Chef-executed multi-course dinner service
• One glass of wine or sparkling beverage
• Customized printed recipe package

Take-Home Value

Guests leave with foundational pasta-making skills, fresh pasta dough and pesto prepared during the session, and the confidence to continue practicing scratch-made pasta techniques at home.

About the Studio

Monarch Culinary Studio offers an intimate, eight-guest format designed for focused learning and elevated hospitality. We will align with applicable AGCO and MLHU requirements to ensure a responsible and professional guest experience.

Important Notes

• Please advise of dietary restrictions in advance
• Safety waiver required prior to attendance
• All ticket sales are final