Cheese Making Workshop – Mozzarella and Ricotta: December 9th

Cheese Making Workshop — Fresh Mozzarella & Ricotta Fundamentals

A hands-on workshop focused on the craft, science, and technique behind fresh Italian cheesemaking. Join us at Monarch Culinary Studio for an immersive culinary experience designed to introduce guests to the fundamentals of producing fresh mozzarella and ricotta from scratch. Through guided instruction and practical repetition, guests will develop an understanding of curd formation, temperature control, stretching techniques, and dairy transformation in a refined, small-group setting.

Featured Menu

First Course
Rustic Italian Panzanella with Fresh Mozzarella

Toasted bread, seasonal vegetables, and house-made mozzarella finished with bright herb vinaigrette

Main Course
Monarch Sourdough Pizza

San Marzano tomatoes, basil, and freshly prepared house-made mozzarella

Dessert
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Wild Blueberry Compote

Light ricotta batter paired with a fresh berry reduction

The Experience

This hands-on workshop places guests at dedicated workstations to learn the foundational techniques behind fresh cheesemaking. Working through both ricotta and mozzarella production, participants will explore the science of milk coagulation, curd development, whey separation, and the traditional pasta filata stretching process used in mozzarella preparation.

Guests will prepare fresh ricotta and hand-stretched mozzarella from scratch while receiving detailed chef-guided instruction throughout each stage of the process. With limited seating and an intimate studio format, the workshop allows for personalized guidance, practical repetition, and a deeper understanding of both the technical and culinary applications of fresh cheese production.

The experience concludes with a chef-executed meal service and interactive culinary discussion showcasing the cheeses prepared throughout the workshop in a variety of refined seasonal applications.

Techniques You’ll Master

• Producing fresh ricotta from whole milk
• Understanding acid coagulation and whey separation
• Managing temperature for proper curd formation
• Stretching mozzarella using the pasta filata technique
• Hand shaping and finishing fresh mozzarella
• Seasoning and storing fresh cheese properly
• Preparing balanced vinaigrettes and accompaniments
• Creating fruit compotes through reduction techniques

What’s Included

• 3.5-hour hands-on cheesemaking workshop
• All premium dairy and ingredients
• Chef-guided instruction at your workstation
• Fresh mozzarella and ricotta to take home
• Chef-executed multi-course meal enjoyed in studio
• One glass of wine or sparkling beverage
• Customized cheesemaking reference guide
• Mozzarella cheese kit from Cheese.ca

Take-Home Value

Guests leave with practical cheesemaking skills, fresh mozzarella and ricotta prepared during the session, a complete reference guide, and the confidence to recreate fresh Italian cheeses at home with consistency and precision.

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.

Reserve Your Seat

An immersive culinary workshop designed to introduce the art and science of fresh cheesemaking through hands-on instruction, refined technique, and elevated hospitality.

Important Notes

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