Handmade Pasta Recipes | Italian Cuisine Food

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For Private Events we offer a flexible schedule; all you need to do is fill out the form with your name, the number of Pasta Makers, and the tentative date that works best for you. Our team will contact you about the available time slots.

Group Class

Join us for a fun and immersive three-hour pasta-making experience! In this group class, amateur cooks will come together to learn how to craft authentic Italian pasta by hand, guided by the expert Chef Monica. You’ll master the art of making tortellini, ravioli, and tagliatelle using traditional methods and advanced tools. Along the way, you’ll connect with fellow pasta lovers and share in the joy of creating something truly special. Once your pasta masterpieces are ready, you'll enjoy a family-style dinner.

Private Event

Looking for a unique and unforgettable experience? Host a private pasta-making party with La Bella Pastarella, where we bring the authentic taste of Italy to your home or our charming location. Perfect for any occasion (Birthday Party, Team Building, Client Party, Holiday Party), our private event offers a hands-on, immersive Italian food experience that your guests will never forget. Your evening begins with a selection of traditional Italian appetizers freshly prepared by us to tantalize your taste buds.

Large Private Event

Elevate your next event with La Bella Pastarella’s one-of-a-kind Italian catering experience! Perfect for large groups (up to 60 people), our catering service goes beyond just serving delicious food—it’s an interactive, hands-on experience that brings the heart of Italy to your gathering. The experience begins with a live demonstration, where our expert team will show your guests how to make authentic handmade pasta using simple household tools.

How Does it Work?

Our in-studio cooking and baking courses are designed to help you elevate your culinary skills.

Our Story

At La Bella Pastarella, we believe that cooking is not only about preparing delicious meals, but also about creating memories that last a lifetime. Our cooking school is the perfect place for food enthusiasts to learn the art of Italian cuisine, and experience the joy of making fresh pasta from scratch. Our chefs, Leo and Monica, are both passionate about sharing their traditional Italian recipes with you, and they will guide you through every step of the cooking process. Join us for an evening of laughter, fun, and of course, mouthwatering food!

Our cooking classes are designed to be both informative and entertaining. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, you'll learn new skills and techniques that will help you elevate your cooking game.

Our Cooking Experience

At La Bella Pastarella, we are dedicated to providing the most authentic Italian dining experience possible. We want to take you on a cultural journey to Italy through our dishes. Whether you’re celebrating your birthday, bachelorette party, date night, or a family reunion, our doors are open to you. We offer a diverse range of pasta dishes and we’re constantly experimenting with new recipes, so you’re sure to find something you love here. Let’s embark on a culinary adventure together!

Whether you are a home chef, aspiring culinary student or simply passionate about cooking, we've got something for you.

Testimonials

I worked with La Bella Pastarella for a beautiful banquet dinner for my non-profit Fellowship! Monica and Leo were INCREDIBLE to work with. They reserved a beautiful venue that suited us perfectly and walked us through an incredible menu. They were incredibly conscious of our dietary restrictions and went above and beyond to ensure everyone had an incredible meal.

On the day of the event, their team was absolute rock-stars. It felt like the special, elevated experience we were looking for. Monica did an incredible pasta demo with hands-on help from our attendees while Leo made the best pasta we have ever had!

I cannot begin to express my gratitude for such a perfect evening! Five stars simply are not enough, I would give them 100!

Thank you for such a great time!

What a memorable, special experience we had with La Bella Pastarella. Monica and Leo are as dynamic and personable as they are skilled and knowledgeable. A group of friends and I celebrated a birthday with LBP, and we were transported by the hands-on, live tactility of the ancient art of pasta-making. Leo and Monica made the arcane clear with a personal style that put us all in the right headspace to really feel the experience; to be IN the moment of making. I have done many cooking and painting classes, and this was the one that taught me the most, and increased my confidence in the relevant skill the most. Bravissimo, La Bella Pastarella! Bravississimo.

Amazing experience! Full immersion into Italian cuisine and culture. Truly authentic and elevated approach to pastamaking. Wonderful time when we went there. Leo and Monica are fun, charming and energetic. Highly recommend this unparalleled experience!

Super fun group experience. The team was professional and left our kitchen spotless after! Highly recommend!

A few of my old friends and I got together for a bonding experience, and we sure got one! Monica and Leo described each step in detail and really immersed us in the culture of Italy. We were a large group, over ten, and were worried we wouldn’t be able to get individual attention but we didn’t have to worry about that at all. Both Monica and Leo were incredibly helpful and went above and beyond to make sure we were following along with each step. We were also very impressed with how organized and prepared they were — this is an all-inclusive experience where Monica and Leo teach you how to make pasta, cook the pasta, and you get to taste it on the spot! Truly 10/10 experience. We will definitely try making more pasta at home!

What an amazing experience! Really bringing the traditional ways of Italian Pasta making to the DC area. Not only was it fun and really informative, but the pasta was some of the most delicious I’ve ever had. Monica and Leo are so cute and truly put their whole hearts into this experience! I feel like a real chef now! Grazie La Bella Pastarella!!