Plant-Based in Padua: A Vegan Cooking Class

Experience the rich flavors of Italian tradition with a sustainable twist in Chef Catia’s countryside kitchen near Padua. This hands-on vegan cooking class invites you to explore plant-based versions of classic Venetian and Italian recipes while celebrating conscious living. Using fresh seasonal ingredients, Catia will guide you through every step, from preparing a Venetian-style aperitivo with cicchetti to crafting homemade vegan ravioli filled with a creamy soy-based ricotta and seasonal vegetables. You will learn the art of making pasta dough, shaping ravioli like nonna, and infusing each dish with authentic flavors while honoring modern ethical and sustainable practices. Every moment is designed to engage your senses and deepen your appreciation for Italian culinary culture.

Discover that this experience is more than cooking; it is a journey of connection, creativity, and tradition. Set in Catia’s artistic home surrounded by lush greenery, you will prepare a vegan tiramisù that is both indulgent and entirely plant-based, learning techniques to recreate Italy’s most beloved dessert without eggs or dairy. You will share your creations in a warm, welcoming atmosphere where stories and laughter accompany each bite. By the end of the class, you will leave not only with new culinary skills but also with the inspiration to bring sustainable and delicious plant-based Italian cooking into your own kitchen. This immersive experience combines flavor, tradition, and mindful living in a way that delights the palate and nourishes the soul.