Become a Pasta Artist

If you thought pasta making was all about a metal machine with a roller, then think again (gluten-free available!)

WHAT'S THIS ALL ABOUT?
You are about to become a pasta artist, and you will be taught by the best artisan pasta maker this side of Naples. Silvana is a 4th generation pasta maker. Her great-grandfather started a pasta shop back in 1893, and she has been tweaking the dough since she was a tiny child. You only have to look at her gluten-free rose ravioli to know you are about to learn from an expert. Classes are kept small - max five students, so expect a lot of individual attention. You will be learning about the history of pasta, what to look out for if you need a quick dried fix from the supermarket, how to make the fillings and how to shape the dough.
Of course, you will be eating your creations. Ask to see the photograph of great grandfather in front of his pasta shop. Magic.

THE ALL IMPORTANT DETAILS

Located at Silvana's fab home in Brentford (just 30 mins from Waterloo)
Small intimate classes of max 5 students
Sweet snack + Italian coffee/ tea/ hot chocolate/ bottled water included

• When can I go?

  This experience is available on selected dates, throughout the year, subject to availability

• What else do I need to know?

  • This is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied by Activity Superstore up to the value stated.

• How will I receive my gift experience voucher?

  On the basket page, you can select from the following delivery options:

  • eVoucher: within 15 minutes ( Free ) 
  • eVoucher: direct to recipient on a specific date ( Free ) 
  • Royal Mail 1st class: 3-5 working days ( £2.99 ) 
  • Special Delivery: Next Day when ordered before 2pm Monday to Friday ( £7.99 ) 

• Becky J. - verified purchaser

  Yes I recommend this product

  12/7/2023

  I booked this as a Christmas present for my husband. We had a wonderful time. Silvana was very welcoming into her home, and we felt at ease straight away. Her knowledge of pasta is huge and I found it fascinating. We made our own pasta dough, sauce and shapes from scratch, learning about the science and history behind it throughout. I should also mention that I had some trouble with the third party site I booked it on, but Silvana was very understanding and communicative in helping me sort it, despite her not being the cause. A really unique experience and one I'd recommend to anyone. Thanks so much!

  When did your experience take place? 2023-12-07T09:46:28.139Z

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• Louis-Christian - verified purchaser

  Yes I recommend this product

  12/7/2023

  We had the most wonderful day today with Silvana. From the very start of our time in her company she made us feel like old friends and throughout the day blended fantastic teaching with a truly authentic Italian experience. Silvana’s family heritage of pasta making pours from her with such pride, expertise and joy. We talked, prepared and cooked whilst Silvana encouraged and guided us throughout the learning experience and we ended our day of learning and laughter eating the most divine Gnocchi meal. I couldn’t recommend this experience with Silvana more. We’ve come away with new skills, knowledge and the confidence to put them into practice at home. Perfetto!

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• Hannah C. - verified purchaser

  Yes I recommend this product

  12/7/2023

  We had a fantastic time at this class, definitely recommended! Silvana is a great teacher, we learnt so much about pasta (not just how to make it). We had a private class for 6 people and the class was tailored to us perfectly. The food was delicious too!

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• Debbie D. - verified purchaser

  Yes I recommend this product

  12/7/2023

  Fantastic experience with our 15 yr old son learning to make pasta - and the history of pasta. Really interesting and informative - Silvana is a mine of knowledge! It was a great 3.5hrs spent.

  When did your experience take place? 2023-12-07T09:48:21.061Z

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• Bess M. - verified purchaser

  Yes I recommend this product

  12/7/2023

  Excellent experience. Learnt about history of pasta which was fascinating. We made 2 sauces: vegetarian (delicious) and sausage Ragu, learnt how to make pasta and which pasta to buy in store if not making freshly!

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• Francesca R. - verified purchaser

  Yes I recommend this product

  12/7/2023

  I had my gluten free pasta making class with Silvana and it was brilliant! Silvana is lovely and she properly taught me how to make gluten free pasta, which for me was a challenge. She gave me her secret recipe, as well as explaining all the reasons why she worked that recipe; as well as explaining how the gf dough works and has to be handled. We made some lovely roses filled with mascarpone and salmon and it was great to eat what you actually made! We also had some fun chats. I am so happy i went, it was so worth it!!!

  When did your experience take place? 2023-12-07T09:51:17.842Z

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