This is the first in a series of Aperitivo Cenato classes I will be offering. It’s designed as a fun and convivial class in which we will make a selection of rich and tempting antipasti and an Italian cocktail to pair with them. After we’ve done the making and assembling we’ll enjoy our antipasti and sip our cocktail and pretend we’re sitting in a pizza somewhere in Italy.

The term “Aperitivo Cenato” refers to the trend in Italy of serving a delicious mix of appetizers in place of dinner (“aperitivo pranzato” is the lunch version).

On the menu:

• Fiadoni: savory cheese-filled pastries from Abruzzo

• Piquant Olive, Herb, and Feta Cheese Crostini

• Giardiniera-Stuffed Eggs

• Fried Sage Leaves

• A Surprise Spring Cocktail from our House Mixologist

You will receive the recipes, along with a list of ingredients and equipment a week before class. The day before class, you will receive an email with a link to the class on Zoom.

The class will run for 90 minutes to 2 hours. Space is limited to 12 people so that everyone can get the instruction necessary to successfully make all the dishes.

What are you waiting for? Join me in the virtual piazza for a savory taste of Italy.