# Event Details - **Event Name**: Cook Like an Italian with Chef Frank - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 27 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 27 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Semolina Gnocchi goes back to Roman times but the more famous potato gnocchi dates from the sixteenth or, more likely, seventeenth century—well after Spanish explorers brought potatoes from South America and introduced them to Italian kitchens. The word gnocchi were thought to come from “nocca,” which means knuckles. In contemporary Italian, gnocchi mean dumpling – all words that imply the small, tight, rounded shape of gnocchi that we know today. This workshop will demonstrate how to make potato and cauliflower gnocchi, then participants will make their own gnocchi using instant potatoes! The Workshop: In this hands-on workshop, we’ll learn to make three different types of gnocchi: • Chef Frank will demonstrate classic potato gnocchi • Chef Frank will show his unique cauliflower gnocchi • Participants will mix and roll their own potato gnocchi using instant potatoes! What you will learn: • The proper way to prepare potatoes for gnocchi • Using cauliflower as a potato substitute in gnocchi • Using instant potatoes to simulate foolproof potato gnocchi • How to make dough and shape gnocchi using your hands and boards How this works: • Participants will mix their own gnocchi dough using instant potatoes • A pairing sauce will be provided to enjoy with your cooked gnocchi. • If applicable, parents and grandparents should assist small children, which makes for a great interactive experience. Chef Frank will assist where necessary. Menu APPETIZER Panzanella Salad MAIN COURSE Potato Gnocchi in Vodka Sauce DESSERT Italian Sponge Cake topped with Nutella Mousse What To Expect Instructor: Chef Frank Granito, CC Length: Approximately 3 hours. Format: Hands-On: Cook alongside the Chef as you follow step-by-step instructions to create your own dishes. Chef Frank is there as your instructor, guiding you through techniques and answering any questions along the way. Location: First floor. Restrictions: Ages 16 and older. Students under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult. All students will receive 10% off any scheduled public class(es) purchased that evening. Experience Options General Admission: Arrive up to one hour before the start of class to enjoy cocktail hour at NTTC's fully-stocked bar. Allergies: We will attempt to accommodate any true medical allergy with advance notice. Please indicate allergies when completing ticket purchase. No Thyme to Cook: Stir Up Your Inner Chef! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/solomons/cook-like-an-italian-with-chef-frank/200029689915004 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, workshops, cooking - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 48 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Solomons - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: No Thyme to Cook - **lat**: 38.32072 - **long**: -76.45755 - **full address**: No Thyme to Cook, 14624 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Cook Like an Italian with Chef Frank - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/fe134eaaf62dd14a3ed8a1bba7b5a692cf42699a7db23e06d4a93a1ea6fb1427-rimg-w750-h472-dc774a2f-gmir?v=1774061740 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Cook Like an Italian with Chef Frank being held? - **A:** Cook Like an Italian with Chef Frank takes place on Fri, 27 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 27 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm at No Thyme to Cook, 14624 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Cook Like an Italian with Chef Frank? - **A:** Cook Like an Italian with Chef Frank is organized by No Thyme to Cook. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Cook Like an Italian with Chef Frank is ideal for curious learners, students, 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 Solomons, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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