Cooking Class: Make an Italian Feast From Scratch
Learn how to make traditional Italian focaccia, risotto and lemon meringue pie in this hands-on cooking class!
Start by baking a fragrant focaccia topped with shaved Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs. For the main course, you'll prepare a pan-seared salmon fillet served with a green pea and mushroom risotto, where you'll learn how to control heat, build a creamy risotto and finish the dish with a silky beurre blanc. The class ends with a zesty lemon meringue pie filled with a smooth lemon custard. This interactive experience is perfect for anyone who enjoys Italian food and wants to build confidence in the kitchen. Book your spot now!
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Focaccia
With shaved Parmesan cheese and herbs
Pan-Seared Salmon Fillet
With green pea & mushroom risotto and beurre blanc
Lemon Meringue Pie
With lemon custard
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 8
- Event Duration 3 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- Labels Italian, Date Night, Fun, Adult, Mother's Day
- This is a BYOB venue and alcoholic beverages are not available for sale. You are welcome to bring beer and wine to enjoy during class.
Outside Reviews for Chef Hamzeh
Nathalie
23 Dec 2025
Chef Hamzeh is one of those one-of-a-kind chefs that you come across in the walks of life and feel really glad you did. His love for food is translated into his craft and his storytelling makes experiences even more special. Come prepared to embark on a truly culinary journey.
Event location: Vancouver
Chef’s Place
Exact location is provided after booking.
Chef Hamzeh brings more than a decade of professional culinary experience shaped by kitchens across the Middle East, Europe and Canada. Trained in classical techniques and well-versed in a wide range of global cuisines, he pairs strong leadership with a genuine passion for teaching. With experience as both a head chef and culinary instructor, Chef Hamzeh emphasizes clear technique, thoughtful menu development and hands-on learning. His welcoming teaching style helps guests build confidence in the kitchen while exploring flavor, creativity and the fundamentals of great cooking.
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