Learn to create the most beautiful pasta shapes in the world with a special wooden Corzetti stamp. Your English-speaking professional chef from Florence will take you through the creation of the pasta dough, then a variety of special shapes, and of course the best fillings and sauces. Your wonderful hands-on cooking class at MaMa Florence ends with a full meal of prepared dishes, including the most beautiful and delicious pasta in the world.
Corzetti are coin-shaped pasta from Liguria, Italy, stamped with intricate designs using wooden molds. Made from wheat flour and water are often served with Basil pesto, walnut sauce or Marjoram and pine nuts. Corzetti tools are hand-crafted wooden molds used to make Corzetti pasta. They have a historical connection between Florence and Liguria: Florentine Artisans meticulously carve intricate designs into these stamps, reflecting a rich tradition. The exchange between these regions dates back to the Renaissance, when artistry flourished. These tools not only shape the pasta but also add decorative patterns that enhance its visual appeal and help sauces cling to the pasta, symbolizing the blend of cultural influences.
Explore the Ligurian Tradition of Corzetti Pasta
Immerse yourself in this beautiful Ligurian culinary tradition as you learn about and create historic Corzetti pasta and other fresh pasta dishes! Under the careful guidance of our English-speaking chef, you'll learn how to prepare fresh pasta dough using only the best local ingredients.
You'll be introduced to the ancient tradition once used by noble families to print their family shields and symbols onto their pasta. Artisan woodworkers in both Tuscany and Liguria still create the two-piece wooden Corzetti tool – the first part being a round cutter and the second being the engraved stamp that embosses the pasta with an intricate hand-carved symbol of choice. You'll get to try your hand at this special technique, producing some of the most beautiful and intricate pasta you have ever seen.
In addition to making Corzetti pasta, you will create two other pasta shapes such as ravioli, tagliatelle, or gnocchi. Your chef will also guide you through the preparation of a seasonal appetizer and two scrumptious seasonal pasta sauces. You'll learn about the perfect way Corzetti pasta holds the sauce, enhancing its flavor. End your cooking experience by preparing a delicious dessert that perfectly complements your pasta meal.
After crafting exquisite Corzetti pasta and other fresh pasta shapes under the guidance of our expert chefs, sit down with your newly made friends to savor the culinary creations from the group class. This delightful tasting meal will include:
Each dish is perfectly paired with three fine wines: a bubbly, a white, and a red, enhancing the flavors and providing a truly social and immersive dining experience. Enjoy socializing and having fun with fellow food enthusiasts as you share this memorable meal and celebrate your newfound skills.
If you fall in love with Corzetti pasta, you can purchase a beautiful handmade olive wood Corzetti tool in the MaMa Florence gift shop. This way, you can create this special pasta at home for your next gathering of friends or family.
I recently participated in a corzetta pasta course and it was a fantastic experience. The teacher, a true pasta master, was very knowledgeable and able to clearly and interestingly convey his knowledge.
James, 55
