Our Italian Table
ProHighlights
- Hands-on Italian cooking school on a Pokolbin vineyard, with classes from a two-hour masterclass to a seven-course deluxe day
- Private and team classes for up to 20 guests, with exclusive use of the school once 12 places are booked
- BYO drinks, and every class ends with the food you made, shared at the table with biscotti and espresso
About Our Italian Table
Our Italian Table is a small cooking school set in a Tuscan-style villa at Nicita Estate, a working vineyard on Mistletoe Lane in Pokolbin. Founder Jen Nicita has spent more than three decades in food and training, and she leads the classes with a team of teachers and assistants. Guests stand around a high bench in the kitchen and learn by doing, then carry what they have made out to a long table under the pergola, where the views stretch across the vines to the ranges. The class list runs from a two-hour masterclass on one dish (pasta, gnocchi or arancini), through the pasta class, where you hand roll dough, shape several pastas and make seasonal sauces, bread and biscotti, to a deluxe day that works through a seven-course Italian lunch. A regional class explores the recipes and stories of a single part of Italy. Every class finishes with the group eating together, rounded off with biscotti and an espresso. For hens weekends, birthdays, Christmas parties and team days, the school can be booked exclusively for up to 20 guests, with a minimum of 12 places, and your group picks the class style. Corporate groups can also pair cooking with other local experiences such as wine blending, olive oil tastings or yoga, arranged through partner businesses. The venue is BYO, has a mobility bathroom and car space, and asks everyone to wear closed shoes in the kitchen. Gluten-intolerant guests can be looked after with notice, though vegan and dairy-free diets can't be catered for.
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How many people can a private class take?
The cooking school can be booked exclusively for groups of up to 20 guests. A private booking needs at least 12 places, and couples or smaller groups can join a scheduled class instead.
How much do the classes cost?
Scheduled classes start at $155 per person for a two-hour masterclass, with the pasta class at $195 and the deluxe cooking experience from $265. Private and corporate classes are priced from $165 per person, and all prices include GST.
Can we bring our own drinks?
Yes. Our Italian Table is BYO for every class, so bring wine or whatever else your group would like with lunch. Bottled water is provided, and responsible service of alcohol rules apply.
What dietary needs can be catered for?
With notice, gluten-intolerant guests can have gluten-free sauces and bread, but the pasta made in class contains gluten. Vegan and dairy-free diets can't be accommodated, and coeliacs affected by airborne flour are asked not to attend.
What should we wear to the class?
Closed shoes are required in the kitchen, so no thongs or open toes. Wear comfortable clothes, tie back long hair and leave rings and watches off. Lunch is served outdoors, so dress for the weather.
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Lee Dodds
2 months ago
Hubby and I did the 6 hour deluxe cooking class and it was a great day! Went by so quick and we learned so much about Italy and food. We got to eat what we were involved in making and it was delicious! Not too mention th…
Emily Mullane
2 months ago
Our Italian Table is simply perfect! The staff are so kind & provide heaps of information throughout the class. The venue is also just gorgeous with amazing views of the mountains and a dam. Mum & I had so much fun learn…
Chelsea Holdsworth
3 months ago
We had an absolutely incredible experience at Our Italian Table Cooking School. The setting was stunning, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming and the food was delicious. Jen was the best instructor and host. It was ha…
tim ramak
5 months ago
Had a fantastic day discovering the secrets and authentic ways to amazing Italian cuisine. From gand made pasta I felt I'd never be able to do, to also assembling some amazing side dishes for lunch. All in all I was amaz…
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