WELCOME BITE AND DEMONSTRATION
Guests begin with a small Italian welcome bite while we introduce the selected pasta and demonstrate the complete process.
A HANDS-ON ITALIAN EXPERIENCE
Fresh Pasta Experience
A hands-on Italian gathering where guests learn to prepare fresh pasta from scratch, then enjoy the pasta they created together as a shared family-style meal.
Designed for birthdays, family gatherings, groups of friends, team events, and anyone looking for an interactive alternative to a traditional dinner.
From $95 per guest. Minimum booking applies.
Final pricing depends on guest count, pasta selection, menu additions, travel, and venue setup.
HOW THE EXPERIENCE WORKS
MAKE THE DOUGH
Each guest, or each pair for larger groups, receives pre-measured ingredients and follows our guidance to mix and knead the dough.
SHAPE THE PASTA
After the dough rests, we demonstrate one traditional pasta shape selected for the event, and the group shapes the pasta together.
THE SHARED MEAL
We cook the pasta made by the group, finish it with the selected seasonal sauce, and serve it family-style for everyone to enjoy together.
CLEANUP
We clear the workstations, clean the kitchen, remove flour and dough residue, and take away all Zagara equipment and supplies.
No previous cooking experience is required. One pasta shape and one sauce are selected for the entire group during the planning process.
SAMPLE PASTA EXPERIENCES
The group selects one pasta shape and one sauce during the planning process. These examples show two of the experiences currently available.
CAVATELLI AL POMODORO
Guests learn to mix, knead, and hand-shape cavatelli before we cook the pasta and finish it with tomato, basil, and Parmigiano.
BEGINNER-FRIENDLY
ORECCHIETTE WITH SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI
Guests learn the traditional technique for shaping orecchiette before we cook the pasta with Italian sausage, broccoli, garlic, and pecorino.
TRADITIONAL HAND-SHAPED PASTAOne pasta experience is selected for the entire group. Seasonal and vegetarian alternatives may be available.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Personalized selection of one pasta shape and seasonal sauce
All pasta-making ingredients, pre-measured for each guest or pair
Wooden pasta boards, tools, and trays
A small Italian welcome bite
Step-by-step demonstration and hands-on guidance
Cooking and finishing of the pasta made by the group
Family-style presentation in large serving dishes
Premium disposable bowls or plates, flatware, and napkins
Cleanup of the pasta stations and kitchen
Removal of all Zagara equipment and supplies
We bring the ingredients, pasta-making equipment, serving pieces, and everything needed for the experience. Once the pasta is shaped, we cook it, finish it with the selected sauce, and serve it family-style for the group to enjoy together.
The standard experience includes one pasta shape, one sauce, a welcome bite, and the shared pasta tasting. Additional courses, dessert, take-home pasta, or upgraded tableware can be added through a personalized proposal.
VENUE REQUIREMENTS
The experience requires access to a clean, functional kitchen and enough table or counter space for guests to prepare the pasta comfortably. Depending on the group size and selected sauce, access to a sink, refrigerator, stovetop, electrical outlets, and clear preparation surfaces may be required.
We confirm the space, equipment, and setup needs during the planning process before the booking is finalized.
Ready to make pasta together?
Tell us about your group, occasion, venue, and preferred pasta style. We’ll create a personalized Fresh Pasta Experience for your event.