A Weekend In Bologna

📅 August 21 – 27, 2026 · ends in 6 days 🕐 Multi-day event Happening now 📍 Jonesborough Food / Dining

Featuring Chef Alexandra Witters
Culinary Institute of BolognaCo-Founder, Pasta Lab Bologna
Friday, August 21
Learn to make handmade ricotta tortelloni from scratch, complete with fresh pasta, traditional filling, and classic tomato sauce. A true taste of Bologna’s most beloved pasta tradition.

Saturday, August 22
11:30am–1:00pm
Learn to hand-cut fresh tagliatelle and prepare two authentic regional sauces featuring Prosciutto di Parma and zucchini blossoms. A taste of Italy’s Adriatic coast brought to Serenity Knoll.
6:00pm–8:30pm
Learn to prepare traditional panzanella, caponata, and pork scallopine with white wine sauce while exploring the rustic flavors of central and southern Italy.

Sunday, August 23
11:00am–1:30pm
Create classic panna cotta and tiramisu from scratch while enjoying a leisurely Italian-style brunch with coffee and pastries.
6:00pm–8:00pm
Enjoy a multi-course Italian chef’s table featuring handmade pasta, braised beef, seasonal sides, and classic desserts. An unforgettable farm-to-table finale to Chef Alexandra’s weekend at Serenity Knoll.

Wednesday, August 26
6:00pm–9:00pm
Learn the methods and techniques behind Italy’s most iconic pasta sauces and discover what makes each one truly exceptional.

Thursday, August 27
6:00pm–9:00pm
Master the Italian aperitivo experience with an Aperol Spritz and a collection of classic small bites designed for sharing and savoring.

Friday, August 27 
6:00pm–9:00pm
Learn the secrets of Italy’s aperitivo culture while creating a perfectly balanced Aperol Spritz and a variety of traditional small plates. A relaxed evening inspired by the social heart of Italian dining.

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