Introduction to Italian Cookery

Course Type
Adult Learning
Subject Area
Hospitality & Catering
Location
Taunton College
Start date
21/02/2026

Course Overview

This course is open to anybody who wants a guided introduction to the world of Italian cookery, and especially for those who have a pasta machine collecting dust in the corner cupboard! The course makes use of the incredible facilities of the Quantock Restaurant. The day will be packed full of hands on activities, learning how to make a variety of typical Italian dishes such as pasta, sumptuous ragu and focaccia which will form part of your lunch. The course will start with a basic pasta dough workshop where we will discuss different techniques and ingredients while we make a dough. We will also work on lunch which will be homemade focaccia with traditional fillings. You will have the chance to perfect a delicious ragu which you will be able to take away to serve with your freshly made pasta. You will also create a wonderfully wobbly pannacotta served with a seasonal fruit compote. Make sure you wear comfy shoes as you will be on your feet for the majority of the day and keep hydrated as the kitchen gets hot! Our kitchen uses induction hobs so please be aware that this may not be appropriate for anyone with a pacemaker. We will welcome you with a coffee, tea and have water available.

All costs for produce are included in the overall fee, please bring any additonal refreshments as there will not be anywhere open to purchase these on site.

Assesment Methods

There will be full instruction on how to create all of the products and also a little recipe book to take home so you can carry on perfecting your technique.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course.

Frequently Asked Questions

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