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Authentic Tagliatelle al Pesto

Description

Join us on a culinary journey where you will learn the history and traditions of regional Italian cuisine.

The starting point for our class is Liguria, the region of the city of Genoa.  This city created one of the most famous cold sauces in the world, pesto alla Genovese (Basil pesto).  Forget about the food processor!  Your chef instructor will teach only the most authentic techniques during class, and for pesto that includes a mortar and pestle.  This is the ultimate handmade pasta making experience.

From Genoa we will move to Emilia Romagna, the Italian region well known for Mortadella, Prosciutto di Parma, and Bolognese sauce.  Yum!!  Here we will learn to make fresh egg Tagliatelle pasta completely from scratch.  The method for preparing your pasta dish will come from Veneto, the homeland of Bellini and Tiramisu.  Once you have completed your culinary journey and taken the steps to cook and plate your dish, we will sit down to enjoy the best plate of pasta Italy can offer without stepping on a plane.

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.  Guests in the same booking party will work together throughout the class by sharing ingredients and equipment.

The nature of our classes are set up so that booking parties will work together during class, sharing both ingredients and equipment.  Classes are intended for adults 18+.  Drinks are NOT included in the ticket price.  Guests who are 21 and over are welcome to purchase drinks at the bar.  Outside drinks are not allowed.

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What this class looks like
8 - 24
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

Lyuba is a certified nutritionist from the Food Matters Institute. With a rich global footprint that includes Ukraine, US, Israel, and Sardinia, Lyuba brings a unique perspective to the table. Her academic background in finance laid the foundation for business acumen, but it's her zeal for food and kinship that truly drives her.  She is a staunch advocate for non-GMO, farm-to-table produce and maintains strong ties with Italian farmers, foragers, artisans, and craftspeople, ensuring a genuine taste of Sardinia in every dish.

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Where the class will be
Vue 525 Restaurant @ DoubleTree New York Times Square South
525 8th Ave, New York, NY
We’re in the Garment District, surrounded by local shops and restaurants. Penn Station and Madison Square Gardens are a short walk from our door. Times Square and Javits Center are within a half-mile. Broadway is less than a mile away, and you can reach Central Park and 5th Avenue via the subway. Enjoy free WiFi and views of the Empire State Building.
Guest requirement

The nature of our classes are set up so that booking parties will work together during class, sharing both ingredients and equipment.  Classes are intended for adults 18+.  Drinks are NOT included in the ticket price.  Guests who are 21 and over are welcome to purchase drinks at the bar.  Outside drinks are not allowed.

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
Cynthia A.
Such a great and beautiful experience had a great time and would definitely recommend
Feb, 16th, 2026
DeVaughn H.
Chef Lyuba was an absolute joy! Very direct with her instructions and teaches with a sense of humor. Amazing experience!
Feb, 14th, 2026
Nicole G.
Lyuba was great and the pasta was amazing. I would definitely do this again.
Feb, 8th, 2026
Ebony R.
Great teacher and the pasta was amazing.
Feb, 7th, 2026
Anyissel H.
Instructor made this class very fun and enjoyable! Love herrr!
Feb, 6th, 2026
Kennedy M.
Chef was a great teacher, very good presenter and gave great one on one instruction.
Feb, 16th, 2026
Anneil B.
I took the Tagliatelle al Pesto class with a coworker, and it was phenomenal. Our instructor, Chef Lyuba, explained everything clearly and in a way that felt very approachable. She was friendly, engaging, and took the time to walk around the room to make sure everyone was on track, offering helpful feedback along the way. I learned so much and genuinely feel confident that I can make fresh pasta on my own now. I especially loved how she explained the why behind techniques—like salting the pasta water instead of the dough, and the difference between Parmesan and Parmigiano Reggiano (huge difference!). We also learned how to make pesto from scratch, which was definitely a lot of work but absolutely worth it. The final dish was incredibly tasty. I couldn’t stop talking about everything I learned afterward. The space inside the hotel was clean, well-organized, and each station was thoughtfully set up. I highly recommend this class—if you think making pasta is intimidating, this experience will give you the tips, tools, and confidence to feel like a pasta pro.
Feb, 11th, 2026
Kenika M.
So fun!! Chef Lyuba was so nice and made the experience amazing!
Feb, 7th, 2026
Shantie A.
Delicious. Class was fun, chef was lovely and food was so simple yet amazing. Definitely recommend!
Feb, 7th, 2026
Valerio P.
Attended the class with my team, a group of 10. It was really fun, low pressure and low effort but very satisfying. Chef Lyuba is really nice and fun. The pasta also turned out delicious!
Feb, 2nd, 2026
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