# Event Details - **Event Name**: Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 11:30 am – Sun, 13 Dec, 2026 at 01:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Celebrate your Valentine’s Day & Get ready to whip up some delicious dishes and make new friends at our Cook & Connect event w/ Chef Luigi!About this EventGnocchi, Music & Community for Autistic AdultsCelebrate Valentine’s with a cozy Sunday Cook & Connect special designed for autistic and neurodivergent adults who want a relaxed space to meet new people. Join Chef Luigi in our life-skills kitchen as he guides you through making fresh, handmade gnocchi, simple, hands-on, and sensory-friendly.After cooking, we’ll sit down and enjoy the meal together, creating space for easy conversation, social interaction, and building new friendships while practicing independent life skills around food, sharing, and community.As we cook and eat, enjoy live music from Alex, an autistic pianist, setting a warm atmosphere that’s perfect for gentle connection and the possibility of new friendships—or something a little more—at your own pace.Event Details🗓️ Sunday Valentine’s Special⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM📍 BTS Cook & Connect at Don Luigi Italian Restaurant🎟️ $50 per personInvite a friend and pay only $90 (for two)Hosted by Certified Resilience Coach Belle Stikeleather, this Valentine’s event is a collaboration between Behavioral Teaching Solutions and Don Luigi Italian Restaurant.This event is neurodiversity-affirming and sensory-aware. Whether you come solo or with a supporter, you’ll be welcomed into a community that respects your communication style, boundaries, and comfort. Spots are limited to keep the space calm and comfortable.Register early to save your seat at the table. 💚 https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/3e0b0620-08c7-11f1-b6c3-c3694e9a4e40-rimg-w747-h740-dc000000-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/cook-and-connect-for-autistic-adults-and-friends-with-chef-luigi/100001981333127721 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, music, valentines-day, entertainment, live-music - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Don Luigi Sarasota - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 53.36, max: 59.06, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sarasota - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Don Luigi Sarasota - **lat**: 27.3359386 - **long**: -82.5446125 - **full address**: Don Luigi Sarasota, 1272 North Palm Avenue, Sarasota, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/6c40ad53da70710fb491886d4771f3a91a67543d2186ed24478a9c5896273f89-rimg-w1200-h600-dcd5d6d3-gmir.jpg?v=1770978728 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi being held? - **A:** Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi takes place on Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 11:30 am to Sun, 13 Dec, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Don Luigi Sarasota, 1272 North Palm Avenue, Sarasota, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi? - **A:** Ticket prices for Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi range from USD 53 to USD 59 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityIndividual TicketsUSD 59 + USD 5 fee + USD 4 taxAvailableDiscounted (with a guest) (2 for 1 deal)USD 53 + USD 5 fee + USD 3 taxAvailable - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi? - **A:** Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi? - **A:** Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi is organized by Behavioral Teaching Solutions LLC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Cook & Connect for Autistic Adults and Friends with Chef Luigi is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sarasota, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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