Al Tiramisu, the most authentic Italian restaurant in the nation's capital, launched unique cooking classes covering all 20 regions of Italy this past April.
“It’s like taking a trip throughout Italy without the cost of going abroad," smiles Al Tiramisu's chef/owner Luigi Diotaiuti who is known for his good cheer and authentic Italian cooking and wine mastery. Attendees of Saturday classes will gain a real "flavor" of each region—its history, culture, inhabitants, and food and wine specialties—while cooking and eating three courses with wine pairings representing the area.
The first cooking class was held on Saturday, April 16, and focused on Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean and the southernmost region of Italy.
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The Second cooking class was on Saturday, May 21 and took us to the beautiful island of Sardinia, with tastes of Fragola with clams and Lamb with Mirto!
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On Saturday June 25, 2011, the Third cooking class took us to the region of Puglia, in the heel of the boot of Italy. We enjoyed making made delicious traditional eats: Fava Beans and Chicory, Strascinati and Involtini di Carne. you can not go to Puglia and not taste their great Locorotondo, Negroamaro and Primitivo wines. So we did!
A summer break, and then back to school!
Saturday September 24, 2011, the Al Tiramisu cooking class met again, and was focused on Campania. We made Stuffed mozzarella from scratch! Sciallatielli pasta and Polpette alla Napoletana. Of course, wines were paired and we ended the cheerful meeting with Limoncello for everyone!
Saturday October 29, 2011, Chef Luigi took the Al Tiramisu cooking class to Tuscany. We made the most delicious Pappa al pomodoro or bread and tomato soup! We then grilled a great "Fiorentina" and baked cantuccini cookies that we dunked in Vin Santo of course!
Saturday November 19, 2011, the Al Tiramisu cooking class met again. This time, it was fall in Piemont: Bagna cauda, risotto al tartufo bianco and brasato. All paired beautifully with Arneis, Dolcetto and Barolos.
Cooking classes are $75 apiece including all food and wine. Register for our next cooking class by calling 202-467-4466.
We guarantee a good time, good company, good wine and most importantly, good food!
Continue to check the Al Tiramisu Facebook Fan page for additional cooking classes as they are added.