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Handmade Pizza Party

Description

In order to properly prepare ingredients and ensure social distancing is in place, this class can only accept bookings of 2 or more. If you are booking your class as a group please make the reservation under one name, as a full booking group.

Be transported to the streets of Napoli as you learn how to master the art of Pizza making!

In this fun and interactive class you will learn how to master the impressive skill of making pizza from scratch! You will begin by learning a bit of pizza history including its early beginnings, regional pizza variations and how it has transformed into the styles of pizza we know today! Our Chef Instructor will take you through a detailed demonstration, before you will be guided step-by-step in replicating how to make a quick rising dough, how to choose the right flour, basic kneading techniques and how to achieve the perfect crust. We will be making Italy's most iconic pizza, the Neapolitan style, however you will be able to channel you inner Picasso as you choose from a variety of popular toppings to decorate your pizza!

No experience is required! We provide all the equipment and ingredients, which are easy to find at local markets if you don’t already have them in your home kitchen. Our events are casual and meant to be fun and instructive, not hardcore. This class is designed to be just as fun for the cooking enthusiast who wants to be a part of every step as it is for the first-timer who’s happier observing and assisting (or taste testing).

Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in, wearing your mask, especially if you’re part of a large group. Guests in the same booking party will sit and work together throughout the class. You will be socially distanced from other booking parties. Outside drinks are not allowed. Drinks are available for purchase from the venue and are NOT included in the ticket price. 21+ only.

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What this class looks like
12 - 26
Group size
2 hours
Duration
Beginner
Class level
We provide
Tools
Any dietary restrictions
Vegetarian friendly
Nut free
Gluten free
Kosher friendly
Dairy free
Fish free
Egg free
Shellfish free
Vegan friendly
Meet your chef instructor

Hey all! I graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, in the 90’s. I worked in restaurants for some top name chefs in the business. I trained under David Burke and Ed Brown. I did 5 years at an Upper East side café as head chef; I then got experience in hotel/catering at the Marriott Marquis at 45th and Broadway. I did 7 years at The View Restaurants, and banquet operations.

In 2012, I started my own business: I work in corporate catering health care, private dinners and meal drop off and delivery.

Most recently, I began teaching and it’s incredible. I love giving back and growing new chefs. That said, won’t you join me? I can put all of my experience to work for you. Let’s make some memories!

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Where the class will be
DoubleTree by Hilton Times Square West
350 W 40th Street New York, NY
Guest requirement
All guests will be required to show proof of full vaccination in order to participate in class. Your Chef Instructor will be checking vaccine cards and apps during check in from this day forward. Guests are required to wear masks during class except when eating and drinking. Booking parties will be socially distanced from one another while eating. The nature of our classes are set up so that booking parties will work together during class, sharing both ingredients and equipment. Outside drinks are not allowed. Drinks are available for purchase from the venue and are NOT included in the ticket price. 21+ only.
Cancellation policy
Reschedule request have to be made at least 48 hours before the class for groups of less than 6 people and 14 days for groups of 6 people or more. Cancellations are not permitted and tickets are non-refundable.See terms and policy.
Reviews
Mark D.
Entertaining and the chef was very nice. Things I think that would make it better… I was really looking forward to putting the pizza in a pizza oven, turning it around and taking it out. Instead they walk away with your pizza and come back with it having been heated in a convection oven. I realize it might not be possible to hold this class at a real pizzeria, but that would certainly make it more authentic than the dining room of the hotel with no access to the kitchen. And while the cost of your class is in line with others, paying over $200 for 2 personal size pizzas without any drinks or salad or appetizers felt skimpy.
May, 5th, 2022
Shayna R.
Feb, 11th, 2022
Ryan R.
Feb, 10th, 2022
Sara R.
Jan, 13th, 2022
Emily M.
We had such a lovely time out cooking! Great experience, great chef!
Jan, 13th, 2022
Veronica T.
The class was amazing and really really fun!!! I would love for the location to be more prepared for your classes, honestly there was a lot of outside noise we had to deal with given we where at a hotel restaurant, there was no privacy. Also, the bathroom at the location is very far away and this is not comfortable. As an additional note, it should be very clear from the start that the class is not 1 pizza per person. Honestly this was something I assumed given what we where preparing and it was not the case. We shared a pizza per every 2 people. It was fine but I felt I had payed for a pizza per person. The instructor was very sweet and prepared for us
Apr, 15th, 2022
Erica A.
Chef James Grody was amazing! He really teaches you such great technique when making your pizza dough. He makes the class fun and beginner friendly! For sure willing to sign up for any other class he instructs!! Highly recommend!
Feb, 11th, 2022
Gabriela A.
James was a great instructor! I got this as a Christmas gift for my bestfriend who loves pizza and we had the best time in class. He explained the process of pizza making super thoroughly as well as his background in cooking. He was so kind and funny. We also posted this on our Instagram and received a ton of messages about where and who so we shared. Hope more people sign up for his class! Highly recommend!
Jan, 13th, 2022
Ben R.
James is an incredible instructor - will DEFINITELY be making pizza at my apartment now!
Jan, 13th, 2022
Ivy F.
James was warm, informative, and personable. James made sure we understand all directions and had all necessary ingredients, providing tips along the way. What a wonderful class!
Dec, 9th, 2021
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