Sicilian Specialities - Learn to Make Arancini & Cannoli

Join us for an unforgettable Sicilian cooking class where you'll learn to create two iconic dishes: arancini and cannoli.

In this hands-on experience, you'll master the art of making crispy, golden arancini made with delicious risotto and stuffed with a variety of savory fillings.

Then, dive into the sweet side of Sicilian cuisine as you craft delicate cannoli shells, perfectly filled with a rich, sweet, creamy ricotta mixture, and topped with chocolate chips.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a curious beginner, this class promises to be both fun and informative, allowing you to bring a taste of Sicily into your own kitchen. Don't miss out on this culinary adventure!

MenuArancini with a variety of fillings (Fried Italian Rice Balls)Cannoli with Sweet Ricotta Filling

All classes are hands-on. Everything will be made from scratch and by hand.

We eat what we make! Enjoy the fried arancini and fresh cannoli at the end of class.

Classes are held at IL LABORATORIO - a new cooking class kitchen located at 3101 Guess Rd. . All participants receive a Class Recipe Book via email after the class with the recipes from the class.

Please read FAQs below this description before calling the pasta shop with questions.

Daniela is a 1st generation Italian American who moved to NC from Clearwater, Florida where she grew up in her family’s Italian market. That is where Daniela grew a love for baking, cooking and hospitality. She now owns her own businesses Ds Corner Kitchen, where she offers weekly meal prep services. She also owns Baked By D and loves keeping Italian traditions alive by offering classic Italian baked good. Having baked a long side her Italian mother for most of her life, she is excited to share everything she’s learned over the years with people who attend her Italian cookie classes.

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If the class is full - register for the wait list and you will be contacted first for future classes.

No RefundsAll classes are non-refundable; however, we can move your registration to a different date if you are unable to make it to the class (must give us 7 days notice). Rescheduling classes for less than 7 days notice only available if we can fill your spot from the waitlist. Please send an email to [email protected].

Host or Publisher Melina's Fresh Pasta