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Gelato and Sorbetto

Cool, creamy, irresistibly Italian, and served in handmade waffle cones.

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Gelato and Sorbetto

Gelato and Sorbetto

Cool, creamy, irresistibly Italian, and served in handmade waffle cones.

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Cool, creamy, irresistibly Italian, and served in handmade waffle cones. Churn a golden-hued saffron and rosewater Gelato allo Zafferano e Pistacchi, sprinkled with pistachios, alongside a vibrant, plant-based Sorbetto alla Pesca e Lavanda that captures the height of Northwest summer. You’ll also make crisp, homemade waffle cones (or bowls), a jewel-toned berry salad Macedonia di Frutti di Bosco, and softly whipped Panna Montata for the perfect finish. 
 
These no-bake desserts can be prepared ahead of time, making them ideal for warm-weather entertaining. Both frozen desserts are naturally gluten-free and full of fresh, seasonal flavor — this is summer in a scoop, with an Italian accent. 

On the menu

  • Gelato allo Zafferano con Pistacchi (custard base): Eggs, milk, sugar, cream, saffron, rosewater, pistachios.
  • Sorbetto alla Pesca e Lavanda: Fresh peaches, lavender, sugar, lemon.
  • Macedonia di Frutti di Bosco: Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, lemon juice, sugar.
  • Panna Montata: Heavy cream, powdered sugar.
  • Homemade Waffle Cones or Bowls: Egg, egg white, sugar, sunflower or olive oil, cake or pastry flour, vanilla, water.

Details

  • You will learn:
    • How to make a custard-based gelato and fruit-based sorbetto from scratch.
    • The key differences between gelato, ice cream, and sorbetto.
    • Techniques for churning and storing frozen desserts.
    • How to make waffle cones or bowls from scratch.
    • How to prepare macedonia di frutti di bosco and whipped cream.
  • You’ll taste everything we make in class and leave with printed recipes, tips, and the confidence to recreate these Italian summer desserts at home.
  • BARN’s kitchen facility regularly uses ingredients on the FDA’s major allergens list. This class uses milk (butter), eggs, tree nuts, and wheat.

Details

An $18 materials fee, included in the price of the class, covers everything you need.

Class Policies

  • You must wear closed-toed shoes in the studio. Tie back long hair.
  • Ages 14 and up are welcome.
Instructor
Paola Albanesi

Paola Albanesi grew up in Milan in a family where food was both a daily ritual and a business. Her father was a sommelier and olive oil taster, and her parents ran a gelato shop. She has been teaching Italian cooking in the Seattle area for more than a decade, with a focus on seasonal ingredients, regional recipes, and hands-on experiences. She’s collaborated with PCC Markets, Book Larder, and Hestan Cue, and leads small-group culinary tours in Tuscany. Find her upcoming events, classes, and recipes at https://linktr.ee/Paola_Albanesi.

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