Pasta Masterclass: Pastas of Southern Italy

Hands-on Southern Italian pasta class: learn semolina dough & shapes like orecchiette, gnocchetti & strascinati. Includes pasta tasting

Pastas of Southern Italy at Foundation Kitchen

Join Seven Hills Pasta Co. for a focused exploration of Southern Italian pasta traditions at Foundation Kitchen.

In this hands-on class, you’ll work with traditional durum wheat (semolina) doughs, the backbone of pasta-making across Southern Italy. You’ll learn how to transform this simple, water-based dough into iconic regional shapes such as gnocchetti sardi, strascinati, and orecchiette—each designed to enhance rustic, sauce-forward dishes.

Beyond technique, we explore the cultural and agricultural foundations of Southern Italian pasta: the central role of hard wheat, the influence of climate and terrain, and the resourceful foodways that shaped these enduring forms.

The evening is relaxed, engaging, and educational—ideal for a date night, social outing, or culinary deep dive. You’ll leave with a strong technical foundation in semolina pasta and the confidence to recreate these shapes at home.

To conclude, enjoy a farm-to-table pasta dish featuring locally sourced ingredients, paired with sauces inspired by Southern Italian traditions—such as a slow-simmered ragù or a bright tomato-based preparation. Each ticket includes one complimentary glass of wine, with additional beverages available via cash bar.

What’s Included

• 1 hour of hands-on pasta instruction focused on semolina doughs
• A plated pasta tasting (meat or vegetarian option)

Allergies & Dietary Notes

This class is not suitable for those with severe gluten allergies, as semolina wheat is central to the experience. We may be able to accommodate gluten-free doughs for mild intolerances with advance notice.
Please contact: events@sevenhillspasta.com

While we strive to accommodate dietary needs, we cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment. If you have severe allergies, please reach out prior to booking.

About Seven Hills Pasta Co.

Seven Hills Pasta Co. produces artisan dry pasta in New England using traditional bronze extrusion and slow air-drying techniques.

We are also committed to regenerative agriculture through our sister nonprofit, The Agro-Eco Project, a no-till farm in Central Massachusetts dedicated to growing pesticide-free produce for local food pantries.

Directions

• Parking: Haymarket Garage, Boston Harbor Garage
• Public Transit: Haymarket Station (Green & Orange Lines)