Gnocchi Making Class in Baltimore: Italian & French Traditions

Shape pillowy gnocchi by hand, then eat what you made

A hands-on gnocchi-making class in Baltimore limited to eight guests, where you prepare a three-course menu spanning Italian and French traditions under step-by-step guidance from a live chef. The class runs about two hours and includes a curated cheeseboard, classic potato gnocchi with basil-Parmesan pesto cream, and Parisian-style gnocchi with butternut squash purée and garlic shrimp. Dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice, and guests are welcome to bring wine or beer.

The experience

You'll work through dough preparation, sauce balancing and plating techniques in an intimate setting, making two distinct gnocchi styles side by side. The Italian version pairs fluffy potato gnocchi with a rich, creamy pesto sauce built from fresh basil and Parmesan. The Parisian style uses delicate French gnocchi topped with silky butternut squash purée and shrimp sautéed in brown butter. Your chef walks you through each step, from mixing to shaping to finishing, so you understand the differences in texture and flavor between the two traditions as you cook.

The class starts with a curated cheeseboard of premium Italian and French selections prepared in advance, then moves into the hands-on cooking. Everything you make becomes the meal you eat together in a relaxed, small-group setting. The whole experience runs about two hours, and you'll leave knowing how to build gnocchi dough and balance bold sauces at home.

What’s included

• Small group cooking class with a live chef guide in English.
• hands-on instruction in dough preparation, sauce balancing and plating.
• three-course menu including a curated cheeseboard, Italian potato gnocchi with pesto cream sauce, and Parisian gnocchi with butternut squash purée and garlic shrimp.
• all ingredients and equipment provided.

Before you book

Days and timesSaturdayDeparts at 16:00

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPets welcome

Operated by Cozymeal Cooking Classes

Is this one for you?The class is held in Baltimore and runs about two hours, so it fits easily into a day without travel beyond the city. If you're staying downtown or don't have a car, confirm the exact location when you book to check transit access or arrange a short ride.

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Top questions

What exactly do I make and eat during the class?

You prepare a three-course menu: a cheeseboard of Italian and French cheeses (ready when you arrive), classic Italian potato gnocchi with basil-Parmesan pesto cream sauce, and Parisian gnocchi with butternut squash purée and garlic shrimp in brown butter. You cook the gnocchi yourself and eat everything you make.

How many people will be in the class?

The class is limited to eight guests, so it stays small and hands-on with plenty of attention from your chef.

Can I bring wine or beer?

Yes, this is a BYOB event. Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class and meal.

Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?

The class is designed to accommodate a variety of dietary needs. Let the organizers know in advance and they'll tailor the menu to suit your preferences and restrictions.

Is the class wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the space is fully wheelchair accessible, including all areas and surfaces. Service animals are also welcome.