Tropfie Alla Pesto for Republic Day
Course Title: Trofies Alla Pesto: A Republic Day Italian Cooking. Length: 2–2.5 hours (hands-on). Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate. Audience: Home cooks, pasta lovers, couples, culinary students, team events, and anyone excited to celebrate Italian tradition through food.
The Culinary Collective Store
1012 Washington st, Suite 120, Vancouver, WA 98660 · Get directions- Dates & times
Tue, Jun 2, 2026, 6.00pm - 8.00pm
- Description
Celebrate Republic Day with one of Italy’s most beloved regional dishes: Trofie al Pesto. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make traditional Ligurian-style trofie pasta completely from scratch and pair it with authentic fresh basil pesto using classic Italian techniques.
From mixing and kneading dough to hand-rolling the signature twisted pasta shape, you’ll experience the artistry behind one of Italy’s most iconic comfort foods. You’ll also prepare a vibrant pesto sauce using basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, and olive oil while learning the history and cultural roots of this celebrated dish.
Perfect for Republic Day celebrations, this class brings together tradition, craftsmanship, and delicious flavors in a festive Italian culinary experience.