Pici Pasta Making Class

Learn how to make hand rolled pici cacio e pepe in New York City.



2 hours Location Flatiron Class size 16 to 25 guests   $65 - $89 ($65 for Public class; $89 for Private class)

Master the Art of Handmade Pici Cacio e Pepe
Few dishes prove that less is more quite like Pici Cacio e Pepe. This iconic Roman favorite transforms just a handful of ingredients into something truly unforgettable: hand-rolled pasta, sharp Pecorino Romano cheese, cracked black pepper, and a silky, luxurious sauce.
In this fun and interactive cooking class, you'll learn how to make rustic pici pasta completely from scratch, rolling and shaping each strand by hand just as it has been done in the Italian countryside for generations. Then, you'll discover the secrets behind creating the perfect cacio e pepe sauce- rich, creamy, and beautifully balanced without a drop of cream.
Along the way, your chef instructor will share tips for selecting quality ingredients and mastering simple techniques that will elevate your home cooking. Once your pasta is ready, you'll plate, garnish, and enjoy your handmade creation alongside fellow food lovers in a relaxed, social atmosphere.
Whether you're planning your next date night, looking for a unique outing with friends, or simply love Italian food, this class is the perfect way to bring a taste of Rome into your own kitchen.
No experience necessary- just come hungry!
No experience is required! We provide all the equipment and ingredients, which are easy to find at local markets if you do not already have them in your home kitchen. Our events are casual and meant to be fun and instructive, not hardcore. This class is designed to be just as fun for the cooking enthusiast who wants to be a part of every step as it is for the first-timer who is happier observing and assisting (or taste testing).
Guests in the same booking party will work together throughout the class. Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in. Drinks are available for purchase from the venue and are NOT included in the ticket price. Outside drinks are not allowed. 21+ only.
What you'll get
Pici cacio e pepe pasta.
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Class will take place on the Terrace of the hotel. This is an indoor space with a fun bar. The nature of our classes are set up so that booking parties will work together during class, sharing both ingredients and equipment. Drinks are NOT included in the ticket price, but will be available for sale at the venue. Outside drinks are not allowed. 21+ only. For any guests booked individually, if you are part of a larger group please email us at least 48 hours prior to your class to confirm your full booking party size and the names of the others in your group. If your chef made your class extra special, feel free to leave a tip after class as a thank-you.
Suitable for
Location

The Terrace @ Hyatt Place New York Chelsea (140 West 24th Street, New York, NY)

Your teacher can also travel within 15 miles of Flatiron, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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  • 5/5 from Nanda Molai, attended Nov 2025: Finally got cacio e Pepe right! How I understand the recipe: 1. cook in POT pasta in water, HIGH heat 2. In BOWL, grate cheese as fine as possible 3. Toast pepper for 30 sec in pan 1 4. In pan 2, add toasted pepper, then add a little bit of pasta water 5. When pasta is 2 min to done cooking, add pasta to pan 2 6. TURN OFF POT TO COOL OFF PASTA WATER 7. Let the pasta absorb the pasta water in pan 2 with the pepper as well 8. Add cooled off pasta water from POT in the BOWL with finely grated cheese 9. In BOWL, mix the pasta water and cheese with a fork until consistency is relatively smooth (expect a few bumps even if you only mix in cold pasta water with finely grated cheese) - this is the cheese sauce! 10. Add the pasta and pepper from pan 2 into the BOWL with cheese sauce 11. Mix everything up with fork!
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CocuSocial
CocuSocial

4.8 (1,082)

CocuSocial believes that great food is even better when it's made together! Born from the idea that cooking should be a social experience, CocuSocial — whose name literally means "cooking socially" in Latin — connects food lovers with talented local chefs and welcoming spaces to share one-of-a-kind culinary moments. Their mission is refreshingly simple: make cooking classes affordable, accessible, and genuinely fun — because everyone deserves a seat at the table, regardless of skill level or budget.
From handmade pasta and hand-rolled sushi to French macarons and Spanish paella, CocuSocial offers a wide range of beginner-friendly classes designed to build confidence while keeping things light and enjoyable. They also host private events — from birthday parties and bridal showers to corporate team-building gatherings — partnering with local restaurants and hotels to keep everything easy and accessible. Whether you're rolling in solo, bringing a date, or gathering a whole crew, CocuSocial is the kind of place that turns a random night into a memory worth savoring!

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2026-11-20 15:00:00
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