Fresh hand-shaped pasta @ Oxford Street

Roll up your sleeves and immerse yourself in the art of traditional Italian pasta making, using nothing but your hands and time-honoured techniques. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to create a classic semolina dough from scratch, mastering the essentials of mixing and kneading just like an Italian nonna would. With expert guidance, you’ll develop confident shaping skills as you experiment with regional pasta styles, discovering how simple ingredients can be transformed into beautifully textured pasta.

You’ll twist and roll your dough into trofie, malloreddus and strozzapreti before choosing your favourite shape to cook and serve. Watch as your chef prepares a fragrant pesto alla Genovese, then cook your hand-shaped pasta to perfection and toss it with pesto, pasta water and freshly grated Parmesan for a truly iconic dish. To finish, take a seat at the chef’s table to enjoy your freshly made pasta, accompanied by a welcoming drink and the satisfaction of creating something completely from scratch.