Italian Cooking Class at Al Boccalino

Italian Cooking Class at Al Boccalino

From antipasti platters to zuppa di porcini, recipe books are filled with dinner ideas -- but you can find in-person inspiration for traditional Italian dishes with today's deal from Al Boccalino in Seattle's Little Italy in Pioneer Square: For $35 (regularly $120), join an Italian cooking class with chef Luigi DeNunzio. This two-hour hands-on experience guides kitchen novices and pros alike through preparing a five-course meal with a focus on cooking fundamentals; past class menus have included moscardini al verde (baby octopus sautéed with parsley, basil, red onion, and white wine), pan-roasted halibut with Gruyère cheese and caramelized onions over arugula, roasted pork loin, and desserts like chocolate-dipped strawberries. Offered Monday through Saturday, classes meet at 7 p.m.; cap at ten students to maximize one-on-one time with Luigi; and include all ingredients and utensils needed. Best of all? Every class ends with a feast -- 'cause as all great chefs know, taste-testing is