Classic Italian Eggplant Caponata
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 3:00PM - 5:30PM
$189.00 Per Station (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)
Step into the kitchen for a memorable culinary experience with Chef Frank De Molfetta, who is coming out of retirement to share the recipes, traditions, and stories that made his family’s cooking truly unforgettable. This hands-on class offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from a seasoned chef whose passion for Italian cuisine shines through every dish.
In this session, you’ll learn how to prepare Caponata, a classic Sicilian favorite. This vibrant dish combines tender eggplant with celery, tomatoes, and onions, balanced by the briny bite of olives and capers, all brought together in a signature sweet-and-sour flavor profile. Versatile and deeply satisfying, Caponata can be served warm or at room temperature as an antipasto, side dish, or accompaniment to crusty Italian bread.
Chef Frank will take things a step further by showing you how to transform your Caponata into two delicious dishes. You’ll begin with a flavorful Bruschetta Caponata, perfect as a starter, and then move on to a hearty Cavatelli Caponata—an entrée worthy of being the centerpiece of any Italian meal.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced home cook, this class is a chance to refine your skills, learn authentic techniques, and bring a taste of Sicily into your own kitchen.
This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:
These classes are open to adults too, no children required : - )
YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (Adult 18+ accompanying a child at least 8 years old- these are 4 hour classes, so for your own enjoyment and sanity, use your discretion for younger children with limited attention spans.)
YES: Siblings/Cousins/BFFS (Two unaccompanied minors) Both must be at least 12 years old. For older/younger sibling Duos, the older one must be atleast 16 years old- minimum age for younger sibling is 8 years old.
YES: Couples/Roomates
YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)
We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!
Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.