Pasta with Eggplant Pesto – August 24 
Perfect for a fresh twist on pasta night. Try my creamy, smoky eggplant pesto with cherry tomatoes, garlic and Pecorino Romano.

Handmade Tarallini – September 7
This crunchy Italian snack pairs perfectly with cheese, olives and salami. Boiled, baked, and irresistibly tasty!

Red Pepper, Onion and Potato Savory Pie – October 5
Enjoy comfort in this savory pie! The recipe features a scratch-made crust filled with red bell peppers, onions and potatoes.

Handmade Butternut Squash Ravioli – October 19
Handmade Ravioli di Zucca, an iconic dish from Northern Italy, features butternut squash, Parmigiano, nutmeg, and crispy sage.

Mini Molten Chocolate Cakes – November 16
Mini chocolate cakes with a gooey center, sprinkled with salt to enhance their flavor. Perfect for any sweet tooth.

Italian Green Bean and Potato Salad – Pre-recorded (members only)
Mediterranean-inspired salad with green beans, potatoes and vibrant Salsa Verde—a perfect summer side or picnic delight.

Yes. Gift certificates are only valid for the season they are purchased in. This is because our offerings may change from season to season.

Class gifts expire on the day of the last class of the season in which it’s purchased.

Your recipient must claim their gift before the expiration date.

Once you purchase a gift, you will be able to download a PDF gift certificate to send to your recipient once you complete the purchase and in the confirmation email. You’ll share directly the PDF gift certificate with your gift recipient. It is your responsibility to contact the recipient and share the instructions we provide in the PDF so that they can sign themselves up on our website. After that, they’ll start receiving email communication from us.

When are the live cooking classes held?
Online classes will be on Saturdays around lunchtime in the United States, and dinner time in Italy. Dates for our next season’s classes are: August 24, September 7, October 5 and 19, November 16

What time will the classes be?
Our schedule allows for mainland U.S. time zones to participate around lunchtime, while it’s evening in Italy. Classes start 10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET / 7:30pm Italy and go for 60-90 minutes.

When will I know what ingredients to purchase for the classes?
The full recipe and list of ingredients for each class are already published on the class page, so you can start to prepare for future classes as soon as you enroll. You will also receive a shopping list by email about one week in advance.

What if I miss a live cooking class or have to leave early?
A video recording will be provided for each class. That way you can watch the replay whenever is most convenient for you.

How does it work? Do I need a special program to participate in the membership?
Cooking classes will be held on Zoom. This requires a quick and easy download, but you do not need a special Zoom account to participate.
The video lessons library, recipes, and live class information for the Club will be hosted on this website. Members will have a username and password to access these private webpages.
The best way to interact with Chicca throughout the week will be through the Club’s exclusive Facebook group (optional). Important Club communications will also be sent out by email.

Will the classes be taught in English?
Yes. Chicca teaches in English and co-host, Denise, will facilitate in English.