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Mastering Fresh Pasta: From Flour to Fettuccine
Just flour and eggs.
The beauty of making pasta rests in its genuine and radical simplicity. This class will give you the skills and confidence to make your own dough and shape it into your favorite pasta shapes just like an experienced Italian “nonna.”
Not only will you learn the craft and technique, but we will explore the traditions and foodways that gave rise to different flour mixes and interesting shapes from the north to the south of Italy.
Our classes are unique as they rest on a balance between learning proper technique and enjoying the conviviality of a shared meal. Evenings at Seven Hills Farmstead are meant to be relaxed, informative, and most importantly delicious!
Mastering Fresh Pasta is designed for anyone who has ever wanted to make fresh pasta at home but didn't know where to begin. Students will learn to mix, knead, rest, roll, and shape their own dough before transforming it into a classic fettuccine.
We will pair the pastas you make with two celebrated pasta preparations: the rich, slow-cooked ragù of Bologna and the deliciously simple butter-and-Parmesan sauce made famous by Alfredo di Lelio in Rome.
And, as always at Seven Hills Farmstead, we'll finish by gathering around the table to enjoy the fruits of our labor.
Menu
Fettuccine all'Uovo
Fresh egg pasta made from scratch, hand-rolled and cut into delicate ribbons.
Ragù alla Bolognese — Emilia-Romagna
A rich, slow-cooked meat sauce from Bologna, prepared with aromatic vegetables, meat, and a touch of tomato.
Fettuccine all'Alfredo — Lazio
The original Roman preparation of fresh fettuccine tossed with butter and Parmigiano Reggiano, creating a silky, creamy sauce without the addition of cream.
Allergen Warning: Gluten, Dairy.
This meal can be made vegetarian upon request.
What's Included
- Hands-on instruction in making fresh egg-dough pasta from scratch.
- Locally sourced multi-course communal meal.
- One glass of wine or beer.
Rooted in rich heritage and ecological culinary traditions—drawing inspiration from both the rolling fields of New England and the historic hills north of Rome—each session functions as an act of culinary storytelling. Students will uncover the historical, cultural, and social origins embedded in every fold and contour, tracing how regional landscapes, socio-economic factors, and agrarian history shaped Italy's diverse pasta lexicon.
Who Is This Class For?
- Beginner and Intermediate Pasta Lovers
- Great Date-Night Outing
- Family or Community Gathering
- Post-Work Colleague Team Building
1.5 - 2 Hours
232 Commercial Street, Boston
Why Seven Hills
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Honest Artistry
Made with traditional bronze dies and slow-dried for the perfect texture that holds every drop of sauce.
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Simple Ingredients
Just two ingredients — high-quality wheat and water. Nothing more, nothing less.
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Local Roots, Italian Soul
Crafted in Massachusetts with time-honored Italian techniques and equipment.
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Sustainably Made
Responsibly sourced ingredients and recyclable packaging—pasta made with care for people and planet.
FAQs
Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?
This class can be adjusted to accommodate vegetarian diets and nut allergens; however, we are unable to accommodate vegan or gluten-free options at this time. Please let us know your diet preferences via email prior to class or upon arrival with the hostess.
What is the cancellation policy?
48+ hours before class: Choose a full refund to your original payment, a Seven Hills Farmstead giftcard, or an exchange for another class.
Less than 48 hours before class: We are unable to offer refunds, exchanges, or credits. You are permitted to send someone in your place. If we cancel due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, we will notify you by email or phone and issue a full refund to your original payment method.
What should I wear?
Seven Hills will provide an apron for you to wear. We request you wear close-toed shoes and tie back long hair.
What are the transportation and parking options?
Foundation Kitchen has dedicated on site parking for the Community Kitchen members as well as Food Hall visitors. In addition to the spaces next to our building at 32 Cambridge Street in Charlestown, there are many parking options near Foundation Kitchen
The bus lines that have stops in our area are: 89, 90, 91, 92, 93,105, 109.
The Sullivan Square T station on the Orange Line is about a 4 minute walk (0.2 mi.) from Foundation Kitchen.
What is the format of your classes?
The format of classes varies based upon the theme and level of the class. Most of our classes are hands-on experiences where students learn to craft their own pasta to either eat or take home. We also offer events and experiences that are strictly demonstrations, lectures, or shared meals.