Cooking Class: Tagliatelle al Pesto di Melanzane With Chef Alessia
Make tagliatelle with smoky eggplant pesto in this fun cooking class guided by Chef Alessia.
Ready to put a delicious spin on pasta night? Join Chef Alessia for an immersive class making pasta al pesto di melanzane from scratch. You'll mix and knead your own dough, let it rest, then roll and cut it into tagliatelle. Meanwhile, roasted eggplants get blitzed with garlic, pine nuts and olive oil into a smoky, earthy pesto that's pure magic. Toss it all together in the pan, finish with a generous shower of Pecorino Romano and dig in. One bite and you'll see why this dish has people begging for seconds. Book today!
What’s Included
- A fun, hands-on cooking class led by Chef Alessia
- An authentic pasta-making experience hosted at a local public venue in Philadelphia (venue varies by date)
- All fresh ingredients and professional cooking tools provided
- Expert techniques, tips and chef insights you can use long after class
- A complete meal you’ll cook and enjoy yourself
What to Expect
- Step-by-step guidance from Chef Alessia, who makes every technique approachable
- A welcoming, beginner-friendly pasta-making class in Philadelphia with zero pressure on skill level
- Plenty of tasting, laughter and learning as you grow your kitchen confidence
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Handmade Tagliatelle al Pesto di Melanzane
Fresh tagliatelle with roasted eggplant pesto, pine nuts and Pecorino Romano cheese
Cooking classes on Classpop! are designed to be fun, social events. Feel free to purchase wine or beer at the venue to enjoy during the class.
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 4
- Maximum Guests 25
- Event Duration 2 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- Restrictions Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
- LabelsPasta Making, Vegetarian, Beginner, Date Night, Italian
- ***No outside beverages allowed. Beverages available for purchase including coffee, complimentary water, etc.***
Reviews Guests Left For Other Experiences
Derrick
09 May 2026
This was an amazing experience with Chef Alessia. We couldn't ask for a better host, this was our first time doing something like this and she made us feel welcomed.And also gave us a tour of her organic herb garden which was delightful. I would highly recommend Chef Alessia and will definitely book another class.
Outside Reviews for Chef Alessia
Silvia
03 Apr 2026
Chef Alessia brings an authentic and personal approach to Italian cooking, rooted in a lifetime of experience. Originally from Italy, she has been hosting dinners and cooking gatherings since the age of 18, from homemade pizzas to multi-course meals. Using fresh ingredients from her own orchard and garden, she creates both traditional and original recipes. Her cooking classes are fun, engaging and truly authentic.
Event location: 177 Markle Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19127
Venue Type: Bar
Location is based on class date. Please select the date you plan to attend to see the correct location.
Chef Alessia is an Italian-born chef specializing in regional cuisine and garden-to-table cooking. Having lived across Italy, she brings deep knowledge of traditional recipes shaped by culture, history and seasonal ingredients. With over a decade of experience growing her own orchard and vegetable garden, she crafts homemade breads, focaccia and preserves. Known for her warm, interactive style, she leads hands-on classes focused on technique, flavor and storytelling.
