What you'll learn
Discover the art of crafting pillowy handmade gnocchi with our cooking short courses in Sydney!
Soft, comforting, and deeply satisfying to make from scratch, handmade gnocchi is one of Italy’s most beloved comfort foods. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to transform simple ingredients like potato and flour into delicate homemade gnocchi with the perfect light texture.
Guided by your tutor, you’ll roll up your sleeves and learn the traditional techniques behind successful gnocchi-making — from choosing ingredients and preparing the dough through to shaping, cooking, and serving your finished gnocchi. Along the way, you’ll also explore sauces and flavour pairings that beautifully complement this classic Italian dish.
Warm, social, and wonderfully tactile, this workshop is as much about the joy of handmade cooking as it is about technique. Whether you’re completely new to Italian cooking or simply looking to expand your pasta-making repertoire, you’ll leave with practical skills, new confidence, and delicious creations to enjoy at home.
The best part? Taking your handmade gnocchi home to share with family and friends.
Get ready to roll, shape, and cook your way to gnocchi greatness!
Learning outcomes
By the end of this Handmade Gnocchi workshop, you will have explored concepts and techniques such as:
- Understanding the history and origins of gnocchi
- Preparing handmade gnocchi dough from scratch
- Shaping gnocchi using traditional techniques
- Cooking gnocchi to achieve ideal texture and consistency
- Creating sauces and flavour pairings for gnocchi
- Understanding methods for storing and reheating gnocchi
- Presenting handmade gnocchi in an authentic and appealing way
Course content
What will be covered in this Handmade Gnocchi workshop?
During the workshop, participants will work with techniques and ideas such as:
- A brief history of gnocchi and Italian cooking traditions
- Selecting suitable potatoes, flour, and ingredients
- Preparing and working with gnocchi dough
- Techniques for shaping and rolling gnocchi
- Cooking and testing gnocchi for texture and consistency
- Creating sauces and garnishes to complement gnocchi
- Storage and reheating techniques
- Simple presentation ideas for serving handmade gnocchi
Content may vary slightly depending on class pace, participant interests, and instructor approach.
Intended audience
Who is this Handmade Gnocchi workshop for?
This workshop is ideal for beginners, home cooks, food lovers, and anyone interested in learning how to make authentic handmade gnocchi from scratch.
No prior cooking or pasta-making experience is required.
Course venue
Rozelle Campus
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
Accessibility: This class is held in an upstairs room with access via approximately 20 steps. The lift is currently out of service. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Additional information
Please bring to class:
- An apron
- A large container to take your creations home with you (approximately 31 × 21 × 5 cm). The tutor recommends using the Woolworths Armada Foil Trays with Lids.
Please note the following:
- Wear closed-in shoes
- If you have long hair, tie it back
- Accessibility: Please note there is no level access to the room for this class. Access is via approx. 20 steps.
Course testimonials
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Linda said: Connie was amazing as always. A very generous and talented lady in the kitchen. I thoroughly enjoyed the gnocchi making class with friendly and likeminded people. Great teacher and wonderful way to spend a couple of hours.
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David said: Connie combined clear teaching, practical demonstrations, and charming Italian anecdotes to create an engaging learning experience.
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Kerry said: Connie is a great teacher and cook, she adapted her teaching style to suit all students unique learning needs and instilled confidence in all. The burnt butter sage and walnut gnocchi was a delicious way to end a very enjoyable evening. Thanks some much Connie.
Course tutors
Connie Ricciardone
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