Tired of frozen meals and fast foods? Cooking like a ‘maestro’ is easier than you thought. Now, you can learn the secrets of Italy’s ancient food tradition right in Johannesburg, with renowned Chef Luca Toni.
Soon you can join Luca Toni’s master-classes with friends and family for an authentic Emilia Romagna Experience. The Italian region is home to elegant medieval cities, sun-soaked Adriatic beaches and some of the best dishes in Italy.
A tradition of quality with Chef Luca Toni
We will never grow tired of tradition. In Luca’s words, “if it works, why change it? Stick to the original and you will never be disappointed”.
So, what’s the secret to cooking like a pro?
Simple! Let the best ingredients do the magic.
That’s right, the first step to cooking mastery is to use the freshest and best quality ingredients available.
Luca Toni is a well travelled food connoisseur, with culinary experience in cooking with some of the world’s best known products and flavours of Italy. Ever heard of Ragù alla Bolognese, Prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiano Reggiano and Aceto Balsamico di Modena?
Hungry yet?? Let us take you to Luca Toni’s kitchen. Unveil the secrets of the Mediterranean diet with our cooking classes, tailor-made for you.
Experience Assaggi @ Home
An opportunity to enjoy traditional Italian, ready to eat, restaurant quality meals in the privacy of your home.
Want to try Luca Toni’s ready-made meals? Even your Nonna will be surprised to find such mouthwatering treats inside a takeaway box.
Enjoy a variety of authentic Italian dishes from the beautiful Emilia Romagna region and Chef Luca Toni’s home town Cesenatico on the Adriatic coast of Italy.
“Il Cesto della merenda” – The Snack Basket
Take a day trip out of town, indulge in a movable feast with Luca Toni’s Authentic Italian picnic hamper.
Think of crusty homestyle bread with delicious cured meats and cheeses. Above all, the right combination of Antipasti, Stuzzichini (finger foods) and Panini is all you need for a memorable day out. In other words, that’s tradition in a picnic basket.
Pick one of our carefully prepared hampers, leave Johannesburg with family or friends and treat them to the perfect outing in true Italian style.
Wednesday-Thursday evening “Discover Italy” cooking classes – Coming Soon
During lockdown, there is one journey that closed borders can’t interrupt. It’s our culinary trip across Italy’s beating heart Emilia Romagna.
We host a three-hour cooking class once a month with Chef Luca Toni. “Discover Emilia Romagna” will indeed tickle your palate as we prepare delicate Antipasti, Melanzane all Parmigiana, fresh homemade Tortelli, Tagliatelle and Gnocchi. What’s more, you will learn to match your favourite pasta with succulent sauces.
Lastly, the best South African, Italian style wines will accompany each of your treats.
Pizza Making Course – coming soon
A hands-on, family-friendly class perfect for all ages! Chef Luca will guide you in detail through the secrets of pizza dough making. You can practice how to prepare it from scratch, while understanding techniques and special tips of the food art recognized by UNESCO.
Once your dough is smooth and raising, you will then choose your favourite toppings to prepare a traditional pizza the Italian way.
Private family and kids cooking class – Coming soon
Spoil your loved ones for a special occasion. Our private cooking classes are fun for the whole family. In fact, the old and young will never forget the experience learning how to make Luca’s favourite Recipes.
Private Dining & Events with Chef Luca Toni
Lastly, we can turn your house into your favourite Italian Restaurant with Assaggi @ Home. We curate bespoke events to suit your individual requirements for unique and special celebrations.
In short, you can heat up your kitchen with our personalised chef’s service for family and friends in the privacy of your own home.
