St. Louis Gnocchi-Making Cooking Class

Join Chef Legina for a hands-on cooking experience where you’ll learn to make fresh, homemade gnocchi from scratch. Using a few simple ingredients—potatoes, flour, and eggs—you'll craft the perfect dough and shape it into pillowy gnocchi. Chef Legina will also show you how to top your creation with two delicious sauces: a fragrant, earthy pesto made from fresh basil, and a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. Whether you're an experienced cook or just starting out, this class will teach you the secrets of creating a comforting, authentic Italian dish that’s perfect for any occasion. By the end of the class, you’ll be able to bring a fresh, Italian-inspired dinner to your own table.

Meeting Point

Vino STL

4701 McPherson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA

The chef will meet you inside VINO STL with a sign "cooking class".

What's included:

• The chef provides all necessary equipment and ingredients for the class.

Not included:

• Drinks are available for purchase at the bar of the venue. Prices range from $3 to $20.

What to expect:

Vino STL

Discover the joy of crafting delicate, homemade gnocchi in this hands-on cooking class with a talented chef. Using simple ingredients like potatoes, flour, and eggs, you'll create a batch of soft, pillowy gnocchi that will elevate any meal. The chef will guide you through the process step by step, ensuring you master the technique of shaping and cooking the perfect gnocchi. After creating your fresh pasta, you'll pair it with two delicious sauces: a rich, earthy pesto made from fresh basil and a silky cream sauce featuring tender mushrooms. By the end of the class, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to recreate this classic Italian dish in your own kitchen, perfect for impressing family and friends.

Sample Menu

MAIN
Gnocchi
With potato, flour, egg and salt

MAIN
Basil Pesto and Mushroom Cream
With basil, olive oil, pine nuts, salt, mushrooms and heavy cream