Join internationally recognized pasta maker Nunzia Caputo for an intimate hands-on pasta-making workshop at Apulia Risto-Pizza.
Guests will work alongside Nunzia to learn traditional handmade pasta-making techniques passed down through generations in Southern Italy. Throughout the experience, Nunzia will share stories, traditions, and insights into the culture and craftsmanship behind authentic Apulian cuisine.
This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from one of Italy's most celebrated pasta artisans while creating authentic orecchiette and other regional pasta shapes by hand.
Each guest will receive:
• Hands-on pasta-making instruction with Nunzia Caputo
• Handmade pasta to take home and enjoy
• A special commemorative gift
• An authentic cultural experience rooted in Southern Italian tradition
As a special connection between both events, the fresh pasta prepared by Nunzia during this workshop will also be featured as part of the evening's Culinary Dinner Experience.
$55 per person (ages 16+)
*Seating is limited and advance registration is required.
Join us for an intimate family-style culinary evening as internationally recognized pasta maker Nunzia Caputo brings the flavors, stories, and traditions of Bari Vecchia to Sussex County for one unforgettable night.
Guests will gather around communal, family-style tables and enjoy a thoughtfully curated three-course Southern Italian dinner featuring an appetizer, fresh handmade pasta, and dessert inspired by the recipes and traditions of Puglia.
Throughout the evening, Nunzia will share stories, culinary traditions, and the rich heritage of Bari Vecchia while guiding guests through each course. The handmade pasta featured during the dinner will have been crafted earlier that day as part of Nunzia's exclusive workshop at Apulia, bringing the traditions and techniques discussed throughout the evening directly to the table.
More than a dinner, this is an opportunity to experience authentic Southern Italian hospitality, connect with fellow food lovers, and spend an evening immersed in the flavors and traditions of Bari Vecchia.
$85 per individual guest
Includes:
• Three-course prix fixe dinner (appetizer, entrée, and dessert)
• Storytelling, culinary insights, and conversation with Nunzia Caputo
• Family-style seating in Apulia's private dining space
• Non-alcoholic beverages
Tax and gratuity not included.
BYOB welcome.
Seating is limited to 45 guests and advance registration is required.
Nunzia Caputo, affectionately known as “La Pastaia,” is one of the most celebrated pasta makers in Bari Vecchia, Italy.
Known worldwide for her handmade orecchiette and dedication to preserving authentic Apulian culinary traditions, Nunzia has been featured in international food media and recognized for bringing the art of handmade pasta from Bari Vecchia to audiences around the world.
Her visit to Apulia Risto-Pizza marks a rare and special appearance in the United States and a meaningful celebration of Southern Italian culture, food, and community.
A limited selection of Nunzia's pasta will also be available for purchase during her visit to Apulia while supplies last.
