Teens at Whisk – Cucina Italiana – 5 Day Camp

This 5-day camp is designed for teens ages 13 and above

MONDAY, August 2ist to FRIDAY, August 25th 

From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Everyday

In this week-long camp, Chef Iole Aguero Limonciello will inspire your child to experience both the culture and cuisine from all over Italy.  From fresh pasta with various sauces to calzones, pizza and desserts, she will immerse your teen in the different ingredients and flavor profiles found in Italian kitchens everywhere.  Our skilled culinary team will assist each day as your teen practices knife skills and becomes familiar with everyday kitchen equipment.

Monday: Spaghetti & Meatballs
Spaghetti with Beef & Pork Meatballs in homemade Marinara Sauce, Sicilian Orange Salad and Garlic Bread

Tuesday: The Art of Gnocchi 

Potato Gnocchi with 2 Sauces, Sugar Plum Tomato Basil  Sauce and Brown Butter Sage Sauce,

“Iole Salad” with Spring Greens, Olives, Aged Balsamic and Lemon Juice

Wednesday: Risotto 

Perfect Risotto with fresh Peas and Pancetta, Butter Lettuce Salad with Lemon and Chives,

Chocolate Molten Cakes with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Thursday : Pizzas & Calzones
Pizza with a variety of toppings & Calzones stuffed with ricotta and mozzarella topped with Marinara Sauce

Friday: Stuffed Pastas

Three Cheese Tortellini with Alfredo Sauce, Spinach & Cheese Raviolis with Homemade Marinara


  • All classes are taught by a culinary professional with 2 adult assistants.
  • No prior cooking experience is required, just an interest to learn.
  • For safety reasons, please tie long hair back and wear closed-toed shoes.
  • Allergies or dietary restrictions may be accommodated – just let us know upon registration.

The Art of Gnocchi

Making gnocchi is a labor of love, and after making it from scratch, you’ll appreciate those little pillows of potato heaven even more. The perfect gnocchi are the result of carefully selected ingredients, well-crafted dough and the art of rolling them with love one-by-one. In this hands-on class, Naples-born Iole Aguero Limonciello will teach you how to prepare the perfect potato gnocchi and 3 different techniques for rolling the perfect gnocchi (the way her grandmother did it, the way her mother taught her and the new paddle way).

Then, we’ll make 2 separate sauces to top your gnocchi with all the variations leaving your taste buds tantalized!

  • Sugar Plum Tomato and Basil 
  • Creamy Gorgonzola 

The Art of Gnocchi

Making gnocchi is a labor of love, and after making it from scratch, you’ll appreciate those little pillows of potato heaven even more. The perfect gnocchi are the result of carefully selected ingredients, well-crafted dough and the art of rolling them with love one-by-one. In this hands-on class, Naples-born Iole Aguero Limonciello will teach you how to prepare the perfect potato gnocchi and 3 different techniques for rolling the perfect gnocchi (the way her grandmother did it, the way her mother taught her and the new paddle way).

Then, we’ll make 3 separate sauces to top your gnocchi with all the variations leaving your taste buds tantalized!

Fresh, Sugar Plum Tomato and Basil 
Brown Butter Sage 
Creamy Gorgonzola 

Served with a fresh, Butter Lettuce Salad dressed with a simple, lemon chive vinaigrette.

The Art of Gnocchi

Making gnocchi is a labor of love, and after making it from scratch, you’ll appreciate those little pillows of potato heaven even more. The perfect gnocchi are the result of carefully selected ingredients, well-crafted dough and the art of rolling them with love one-by-one. In this hands-on class, Italian Chef Iole Aguero Limonciello will teach you how to prepare the perfect potato gnocchi and teach you 3 different techniques to roll the perfect Gnocchi (the way her grandmother, and mother taught her and the new paddle way)

Then, you will make 3 separate sauces to top your gnocchi,  all the variations are sure to leave your taste buds tantalized!

Fresh Sugar Plum Tomato, Basil Sauce
Brown Butter Sage Sauce
Creamy Gorgonzola Sauce

Served with a Fresh Butter Lettuce Salad with a simple lemon chive vinaigrette.