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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Date Night: Making Bruschetta & Ravioli with Chef Melissa
DTSTART:20260910T220000Z
DTEND:20260911T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013533Z
UID:10001079-1789063200-1789074000@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:THURSDAY\, September 10th\, 2026 – Pasta & Appetizer: Brusch
 etta & Ravioli – 6PM TO 9PM – 12 MAX. STUDENTS \nHands On Class – Ve
 getarian Friendly – Kid Friendly – Couples Cooking or Great Date Night
  Activity \nEnjoy an evening learning to form and make fresh Ravioli from 
 scratch.  In this fun & interactive class students learn to make fresh ra
 violi from an egg & flour pasta dough. Chef Melissa Hawthorne will demonst
 rate how to roll out the pasta dough and form ravioli stuffed with an asso
 rtment of cheeses.  But first\, we will start with a demonstration for ma
 king one of the Italians favorite appetizers – Tomato Basil Bruschetta.
   We will provide each Couple with a DIY Bruschetta board and all the thi
 ngs needed to create your very own appetizer.  Instructions on making fre
 sh pasta dough and forming Ravioli follows. Of course the night ends with 
 each student enjoying their fresh ravioli with a choice of freshly made sa
 uces for their evening meal.  There will be at least two different types 
 of sauces to top the ravioli.  At the end of the class\, the fresh raviol
 i will be cooked by our staff.  There will be several sauces available to
  top the ravioli\, both vegetarian.  This class is a hands-on class where
  students will be working with a substantial amount of flour\, so aprons a
 re recommended.  Student will be working with their own dough. $75.00 per
  person\, includes appetizer of bruschetta & a dinner of fresh ravioli top
 ped with sauce. Also included are light beverages\, all supplies\, utensil
 s\, chef instruction and printed recipes.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013533Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/date-night-making-bruschetta-ravioli-with-
 chef-melissa/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Wine Pairing & Chef Demonstration Dinner - French Wines
DTSTART:20260911T220000Z
DTEND:20260912T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013533Z
UID:10001078-1789149600-1789160400@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:drink,food
DESCRIPTION:Special Class\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, September 11th\, 2026 – 
 CHEF DINNER AND WINE PAIRING\; (French Wines)  6PM TO 9PM – 12 MAX. STU
 DENTS\nOBSERVATION & DEMONSTRATION CLASS – WINE TASTING – DATE NIGHT 
 – FRESH COOKING \nSpend an evening with our Resident Chef in this fun co
 oking class learning all about fresh gourmet food paired with wine. In thi
 s class our chefs prepare a unique menu of inspired dishes using seasonal 
 produce and fresh ingredients in front of you.  Each course has a hand-se
 lected wine paired for you to taste with it.  During class a discussion o
 n preparation is conducted throughout each course as well as details about
  the paired wines.  This is a great date night or fun night out with frie
 nds eating great food and drinking even better wines. Tastings\, dinner an
 d chef instruction prepared by Chef/Owner Michelle Gioviti-Reeves from The
  Fat Tuscan. Each course will be selected to perfectly complement the wine
 s presented. The evening is for students who enjoy wine and good food or w
 ant to learn more about food and wine. This class is an observation class 
 where questions are answered during the demo. $125.00 per person and incl
 udes a full course dinner with wine pairing.  Special Pricing on featured
  wines for purchase are also available during the class (up to 25% off ret
 ail). *Proper ID required.  Includes a 4-course dinner with 4 to 5 differ
 ent wines tasted throughout.  \n*IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN THE INTEGRITY OF TH
 E CHEF’S MENU\, NO MODIFICATIONS OR SUBSTITUTIONS. ALL DIETARY RESTRICTI
 ONS MUST BE DISCLOSED AT TIME OF PURCHASE. \n*Vegetarian – Please leave 
 a note when signing up as prior notice to make accommodations are needed b
 y the chef.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013533Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/wine-pairing-chef-demonstration-dinner-fre
 nch-wines/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Bread Workshop: French Bread (Includes lunch) with Chef Tracy
DTSTART:20260912T150000Z
DTEND:20260912T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013533Z
UID:10001081-1789210800-1789225200@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, September 12th\, 2026  – Bread Workshop: French 
 Bread (Includes lunch) – 11am to 3:00pm  –  10 Students Max.   
 \nHANDS ON CLASS – Beginning Level breads – Baking – Kids 12 and u
 p welcome – *Lunch included  – Vegetarian Friendly \nJoin us on a fun
  Saturday and spend the day with Chef Tracy learning all about French Brea
 d.  In this class students learn to make 4 types of breads using a classi
 c French bread dough recipe.  The chef guides students through making the
  dough\, rising it and baking it.  From forming the shapes to types of fl
 avors for the different types of breads the class will cover all the types
  of ways to use this versatile dough.  The class will also cover proper b
 aking techniques for each bread and a lunch of baguette sandwiches with re
 freshment.  A full toppings bar will be available for students to choose 
 from and will have vegetarian friendly options.  A salad and refreshments
  will also be available and enjoyed during the class with a question and a
 nswer period during lunch.  Each student will be working with their own d
 oughs to create four separate doughs and taking any bread not consumed a l
 unch home.  This class includes a lunch during the class with a complimen
 tary beverage. $125.00 Per person\, includes all ingredients and supplies 
 for class\; Chef led class instructions & printed recipes included as well
  as a light lunch will be served with refreshment.  All recipes produced 
 will mean each student will have take home breads to consume at a later da
 te.  \nDAY WORKSHOP \n+ Working with yeast\; Making the Doughs\, (Options
  for incorporating fresh Herbs)\, Rising Times \n+ Shaping the Dough & Bak
 ing: Classic Baguette & French Bread Rolls \n+ Lunch – Using the Baguett
 e & Rolls for Sandwiches (A full toppings bar will be available to choose 
 from plus refreshments) \n+ Shaping the Dough & Baking – Filled Breads &
  Flavored Bread: Garlic Bread \nAbout Chef Tracy \nTracy Faircloth is a pa
 ssionate home baker and Fat Tuscan instructor who loves making bread appro
 achable\, fun\, and something anyone can feel confident creating. With a f
 ocus on simple techniques and hands-on learning\, she helps students build
  confidence and enjoy the process as much as the final product. When she
 ’s not in the kitchen\, Tracy is likely at CrossFit or in the gym – be
 cause that dough isn’t going to knead itself – chasing the sunshine\, 
 hiking in the North GA mountains\, or planning her next adventure with her
  family and dog\, Stella.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013533Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/bread-workshop-french-bread-includes-lunch
 -with-chef-tracy-3/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Sunday Brunch & Crepes with Chef Mary
DTSTART:20260913T150000Z
DTEND:20260913T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013533Z
UID:10001077-1789297200-1789308000@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, September 13th\, 2026–   SUNDAY BRUNCH: BRUNCH & 
 CREPES – 11AM TO 2PM – 14 MAX. STUDENTS\n\n\n\n\n\nHANDS ON CLASS – 
 VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY – KID FRIENDLY – BRUNCH – GLUTEN FREE FRIENDLY \
 nJoin us for a fun morning learning the art of buttery crepes with Chef Ma
 ry Thomas and then dine on a full brunch bar with a mimosa to go with your
  finished product.  This class includes a full brunch bar as well as asso
 rted fillings and toppings for students to make both sweet and savory crep
 es. Students will learn about the different types of crepes enjoyed which 
 include both sweet and savory flavorings and fillings. Each student will f
 lip and form their own crepes as part of this class.  This is a perfect t
 ime to enjoy a morning brunch served with mimosas or Bellini’s as well a
 s a full buffet of freshly made foods alongside the class.  Students will
  learn to make\, form and\, yes\, flip crepes in the air! The class consis
 ts of some observation and some hands-on. $70.00 per person\, includes cl
 ass instructions\, recipes\, a full brunch buffet\, and a variety of sweet
  and savory crepe fillings. A complimentary mimosa or Bellini or beverage 
 of choice is included with the class. Proper I.D. Required.  Additional c
 an be purchased at the time of the class. \n*GLUTEN FREE – Please includ
 e a note when signing up that you will require gluten free ingredients.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013533Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/sunday-brunch-crepes-with-chef-mary-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Date Night: Making Fresh Bruschetta & Pizza
DTSTART:20260917T220000Z
DTEND:20260918T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013533Z
UID:10001087-1789668000-1789678800@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 17th\, 2026 – Couples Cooking Class –
  APPETIZER & PIZZA CLASS: 6PM TO 9PM –   12 MAX. STUDENTS – Perfect 
 for date night.  \nHands On Class – Kids Welcome – Couples Cooking 
 – Date Night – Dinner & Appetizer Cooking Class – Vegetarian Friendl
 y – Beginning Level Bread Class \nJoin Chef Michelle for a fun Thursday 
 evening to learn the intricacies of working with homemade olive oil pizza 
 dough. This hands-on class begins with preparing a classic pizza dough fro
 m scratch. While the dough rises\, students will make a fresh Tomato Basil
  Bruschetta appetizer to dine on. While students enjoy their bruschetta\, 
 Chef Michelle will demonstrate a recipe for fresh tomato pizza sauce. \nNe
 xt\, students will be guided through shaping\, topping and proper baking t
 echniques for creating their Pizza to be enjoyed as their dinner. Each stu
 dent will make and work with their own dough\, and a variety of toppings a
 nd ingredients will be provided for students to choose from for customizat
 ion. \n*Students will be consuming their results at the end of class as we
 ll as an appetizer of bruschetta\, so come prepared to eat. A complimenta
 ry beverage is also provided. * \n$75.00 per person includes all ingredien
 ts\, printed recipes\, appetizer and dinner of fresh made pizza featuring
  a vast toppings bar.  *Wine is available to purchase by the glass or by
  the bottle from our wine retail area.*
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013533Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/date-night-making-fresh-bruschetta-pizza/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:A Night of Crepes & Rose' with Chef Mary
DTSTART:20260918T220000Z
DTEND:20260919T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013533Z
UID:10001076-1789754400-1789765200@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 18th\, 2026  – A NIGHT OF CREPES & ROSE
 ’ (Wine Tasting & Fresh Crepes for Dinner) – 6pm TO 8:30pm – 14 MAX.
  STUDENTS.  \nHANDS ON CLASS – WINE TASTING – VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY –
  DATE NIGHT & DINNER – COUPLES COOKING – GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS *(this c
 lass has gluten free options\, please indicate at sign up if needed). \nJo
 in this fun class for an evening of making and flipping fresh buttery crep
 es while sipping some wonderful rose’ with chef Mary Thomas. Students wi
 ll be learning to make the batter\, form the crepes and flip the crepes in
  this class with each student making and flipping their own crepes to enjo
 y as their evening meal.  Savory and sweet fillings and toppings will be 
 available for guests to choose from.  This class is perfect for a date ni
 ght out with your girl friends or your partner as well.  Assorted topping
 s\, stuffing’s and condiments will be available to fill the crepes to ma
 ke different types of crepes such as an appetizer crepe\, an entrée crepe
  & an sweet dessert crepe.  This class consists of some observation as we
 ll as hands-on techniques to learn how to form\, cook and flip crepes. Per
 fect for a family group or a group of friends to enjoy an evening of cooki
 ng.  Along with this class we will be tasting 4 different types of Rose
 ’ wines and a discussion on each will follow.  $100.00 per person\, in
 cludes class instructions\, all ingredients and supplies plus a full toppi
 ngs and fillings bar\, snacks & refreshments with a Wine Tasting included.
   Printed recipes are also included.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013533Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/a-night-of-crepes-rose-with-chef-mary/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Master Class Series - Simmer\, Sautee & Braise Through an Italian 
 Menu
DTSTART:20260919T150000Z
DTEND:20260919T193000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013533Z
UID:10001083-1789815600-1789831800@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Master Class Series  \nMastering Simmer\, Sautee & Braise Thro
 ugh an Italian Menu – 11am to 3:30pm (ALL DAY CLASS) – 5 Max. Students
  \nHands on – All Day Workshop – Beginning/Intermediate/Advanced Level
 s  – Skills Class – Chef Instructed  \nHave you wanted to improve you
 r skills in the kitchen and become a better cook? Work a full day with Che
 f/Owner Michelle Gioviti learning everything from kitchen basics\, cooking
  techniques\, to classic Italian recipes.  This class will be limited in 
 spots so that one-on-one training and teaching can be offered to every stu
 dent.  The class will consist of demonstrating techniques helping student
 s to improve their cooking skills specifically for sauteing\, simmering\, 
 and braising.  Students will be executing each recipe on their own with a
  question-and-answer period during lunch. This class series is for student
 s who are serious about cooking and improving their culinary skills. *Food
  safety\, sanitation\, kitchen navigation rules\, and organization will ap
 ply. \nThis class will include chef instruction\, demonstration of recipes
  & hands-on cooking.  Snacks\, lunch\, and printed recipes of all the ite
 ms prepared in class will be included. *Note taking is suggested\, however
 . Students will be working at individual workstations with Gas burners for
  each recipe. All recipes prepared will be sent home with the student for 
 them to share and enjoy. \nDAY WORKSHOP ADGENDA \n+ Simmer (Making a rich 
 Tomato Based Pasta Sauce (Ragu)) \n+ Braising (Wine Braised Chicken with F
 igs) \n+ Sautee (Sauteed Vegetables in Garlic & Herbs) \n+ Sautee (Fresh S
 easonal Fruit sauteed in a Sweet Wine Sauce)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013533Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/master-class-series-simmer-sautee-braise-t
 hrough-an-italian-menu/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Day Pasta Class: Making Fresh Ravioli & Pesto with Chef Melissa
DTSTART:20260920T170000Z
DTEND:20260920T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001080-1789909200-1789920000@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 20th\, 2026 –  PASTA LAB: Fresh Ravioli 
 & Fresh Pesto Sauce  (Kids 12 & up are Welcome) – 1PM TO 4PM – 14 MAX
 . STUDENTS \nHANDS ON CLASS – KIDS WELCOME – VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY – M
 EAL PREP \nIn this afternoon class\, enjoy learning how to make pasta sauc
 es and fresh ravioli from scratch. In this fun and interactive day class s
 pend an afternoon with our chef learning the art to fresh pasta.  Ravioli
  is made from an egg and flour pasta dough and stuffed with an assortment 
 of cheeses. The class will include instruction on proper pasta dough and t
 hen an demonstration on how to roll out the dough to form individual ravio
 lis.  Students will then take home their fresh ravioli to share with thei
 r family to eat.  To complement the ravioli\, each student will prepare t
 heir own portion of Almond Basil Pesto alongside one of our Chef’s to ta
 ke home. In addition\, the chef will also prepare a fresh Basil Marinara w
 hich will be sent home as another sauce option for your ravioli.  This cl
 ass is a hands-on class in which students work with flour & egg\, so apron
 s are recommended.  The class will include tastings and snacks during the
  day as well as an beverage.  Cooking class instruction from our chef and
  printed recipes are part of every class.  $85.00 per person includes ins
 truction\, all supplies\, all materials\, and take home fresh ravioli with
  a quart of sauce to take home for each student enough to feed 2/3.  Brea
 d with oil will also be served during this class. This is a hands-on type 
 of class perfect for all levels including children.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/day-pasta-class-making-fresh-ravioli-pesto
 -with-chef-melissa/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Interactive Date Night: Preparing a Traditional Italian Meal with 
 Chef Mary
DTSTART:20260925T220000Z
DTEND:20260926T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013533Z
UID:10001085-1790359200-1790370000@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 25th\, 2026 – Interactive Date Night: Pre
 paring a Traditional Italian Meal with Chef Mary \nMENU: Burrata Mozzarell
 a Bruschetta\, Meatballs & Meatball Subs\, Fresh Marinara & Cannoli’s  
 – 6pm to 9pm – 14 MAX. STUDENTS \nHANDS-ON CLASS & CHEF DEMONSTRATION 
 – KID FRIENDLY – APPETIZERS & DESSERTS – FULL MEAL WITH LEFTOVERS TO
  TAKE HOME \nJoin us for this fun evening class learning how to make tradi
 tional Italian cuisine of an appetizer\, meatballs and dessert.  In this 
 interactive cooking class students will learn to make authentic Italian Br
 uschetta with Burrata Mozzarella\, hand-rolled Meatballs\, and fresh Canno
 li’s from scratch. \nCouples start out the evening in an interactive app
 etizer where each couple creates a tasty Tomato\, Basil\, & Burrata Brusch
 etta.  We provide each Couple with a DIY Bruschetta board and all the thi
 ngs needed to create your very own appetizer as the instructor leads you t
 hrough the proper preparation.  Then\, each couple will prepare a tray of
  meatballs in class and learn to prepare a tomato sauce to be used with th
 e meatballs. The meatballs will then be baked in class\, and students will
  have the option of assembling a meatball sub from a toppings bar includin
 g fresh bread\, shredded mozzarella cheese & Parmesan cheese. A fresh hous
 e salad will also be prepared to complement the meal. To cap the night\, e
 ach student will be given an authentic Italian cannoli shell to fill with 
 our decadent house-made Cannoli filling\, then dipped in dark chocolate ch
 ips. \nThis is a hands-on Cooking Class\, so an apron is recommended.  St
 udents will enjoy an evening of preparing and eating their finished result
 s throughout the class\, so come prepared to eat. $95.00 per person. Inclu
 des instructions\, all supplies\, ingredients\, and printed recipes to tak
 e home as well as everything created in class to be part of a full meal to
  enjoy. Students will also go home with several leftover meatballs and a c
 ontainer of the tomato sauce that is prepared in class.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013533Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/interactive-date-night-preparing-a-traditi
 onal-italian-meal-with-chef-mary/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Healthy Eating - Mediterranean Meal Prep with Chef
  Tracy
DTSTART:20260926T170000Z
DTEND:20260926T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013533Z
UID:10001086-1790427600-1790438400@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 26th\, 2026 – Fundamentals of Healthy E
 ating – Mediterranean Meal Prep Class – 1pm to 4pm – 10 students max
  \nHANDS-ON – SKILLS CLASS – CHEF INSTRUCTED – HEALTHY COOKING – M
 EAL PREP WORKSHOP – VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY \n  \nJoin Chef Tracy Faircloth
  for this exclusive class focused on the fundamentals of meal preparation 
 and healthy cooking. This hands-on workshop is designed to help students l
 earn practical techniques for preparing fresh\, from-scratch meals that ar
 e both nutritious and convenient for busy schedules. This class is perfect
  for college students heading into their fall semester who want to learn h
 ow to balance school & lifestyle\, or busy individuals who want easy & fun
  recipes to prepare for their week ahead of them. In this fun\, interactiv
 e cooking class\, students will work at their own stations while being gui
 ded step-by-step by the Chef instructor through a variety of versatile mea
 l prep recipes and techniques. \nStudents will prepare breakfast egg cups\
 , homemade granola\, fresh Mediterranean-style grain bowls\, and homemade 
 tzatziki sauce. During class\, Chef Tracy will also demonstrate the prepar
 ation of a savory hummus spread\, and each student will take home a contai
 ner to enjoy later. Throughout the workshop\, discussion periods will cove
 r meal planning strategies\, protein options\, nutrition facts\, and simpl
 e homemade dry rubs and all-purpose seasonings that can be used to customi
 ze meals at home. \n  \nA variety of fresh herbs\, vegetables\, cheeses\,
  legumes\, and grain bases will be available\, allowing students to person
 alize their dishes while learning how to build balanced\, flavorful meals.
  Each student will leave with enough prepared food to enjoy for approximat
 ely 3 days\, along with the knowledge and confidence to continue meal prep
 ping at home. \nAprons are recommended for this class as students will be 
 actively preparing and assembling multiple recipes throughout the workshop
 . $150.00 per person. Pricing includes all materials needed\, reusable tak
 e-home meal prep containers\, light beverages and snacks during class\, ch
 ef-led cooking instruction\, supplies and ingredients\, and take-home prin
 ted recipes.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013533Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/fundamentals-of-healthy-eating-mediterrane
 an-meal-prep-with-chef-tracy-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Date Night: Gnocchi\, Bolognese & Tiramisu with Chef Melissa
DTSTART:20261001T220000Z
DTEND:20261002T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001096-1790877600-1790888400@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 1st\, 2026 –DATE NIGHT: Gnocchi Pasta\, B
 olognese Sauce & Classic Tiramisu for Dessert – 6PM TO 9PM –   14 MA
 X. STUDENTS – Perfect for date night.  \nHands On Class – Kids Welcom
 e – Couples Cooking – Date Night – Dinner & Dessert Cooking Class 
 – Vegetarian can be Accommodated – Gluten Free can be Accommodated (*m
 ust disclose at purchase) \nCome out and enjoy a fun Thursday night learni
 ng to make fresh potato pasta from scratch with your choice of sauce and t
 hen dine on Tiramisu after dinner for dessert. This class will explore mak
 ing fresh pasta from scratch using potato\, egg & flour. The chef will als
 o demonstrate our recipe for a classic hearty meat sauce\, Italian Bologne
 se Sauce.  The fresh sauce will bubble away during the length of the clas
 s while the class learns how to make potato Gnocchi from scratch.  (If yo
 u are Gluten Free and miss eating pasta this class is for you as we will h
 ave an option and instructions on making Gluten free Gnocchi’s).  The c
 lass teaches each student how to make their own Gnocchi as the main course
  for dinner.  Staff will cook each student’s fresh Gnocchi for them to 
 enjoy with a choice of fresh made sauces.  There will be at least two dif
 ferent types of sauces to top the Gnocchi for students to choose from and 
 the class instructor will be going over sauce preparation during the class
 . The class will first start out however with each student preparing an in
 dividual Tiramisu\, a classic Italian dessert. The class includes a dinner
  of fresh made pasta with a choice of sauce & dessert.  Aprons are recomm
 ended as each student will be working with their own dough and is a hands-
 on cooking class. *Includes all ingredients\, a complimentary beverage\, c
 ooking instruction and printed recipes.  $85.00 per person\, includes han
 ds on Chef led pasta making instruction\, a dinner of fresh Gnocchi & Sauc
 e and dessert of Tiramisu.  \n*Wine is available to purchase by the glass 
 or by the bottle from our wine retail area.* \n*Please indicate at Sign Up
  if you need Gluten Free Accommodations.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/date-night-gnocchi-bolognese-tiramisu/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Girl’s Night Out: Pasta\, Prosecco & Cannoli’s
DTSTART:20261002T220000Z
DTEND:20261003T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260827T003111Z
UID:10001113-1790964000-1790974800@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:drink,education,food
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 2nd\, 2026– PASTA\, PROSECCO & CANNOLI’S 
 FOR DESSERT – 6PM TO 9PM – 14 MAX. STUDENTS \nHANDS ON CLASS – VEGET
 ARIAN FRIENDLY – DATE NIGHT/GIRLS NIGHT OUT \nCome out with your best gi
 rlfriends and enjoy a fun night learning to make fresh pasta from scratch 
 while sipping on bubbly prosecco! This class is perfect to catch up with f
 riends while making a delicious meal. A demonstration from our instructor\
 , Chef Mary\, includes teaching and making a fresh creamy Alfredo sauce du
 ring the length of the class. Students will then make their individual por
 tion of pasta with hands-on demonstration from our Chefs. Pasta will then 
 be rolled and shaped to your liking\, then cooked and topped with sauce of
  your liking. This class includes a full dinner of fresh made pasta with a
  choice of fresh sauce made in class\, as well as homemade marinara prepar
 ed beforehand. To complete the meal\, each student will also be given an a
 uthentic Italian cannoli shell to fill with our decadent house-made Cannol
 i filling\, then dipped in dark chocolate chips for dessert. An appetizer 
 of bread and sauce will be served to open the class and your appetite. An 
 apron is encouraged as each student will be making their own pasta for the
  evening using their hands\, flour\, and eggs. All students will be consum
 ing their results at the end of class with their choice of the prepared sa
 uces\, so come prepared to eat! \n$85.00 per person includes all ingredien
 ts\, supplies\, dinner\, Chef cooking class instruction with printed recip
 es. Two glasses of complimentary Sparkling Italian Prosecco will be served
  to each student\, handpicked by our in-house Sommelier.  *Proper ID requ
 ired.  \n*Additional Wine will be available to purchase by the glass or b
 y the bottle from our wine retail area.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T003111Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/girls-night-out-pasta-prosecco-cannolis-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Making Tiramisu with Chef Mary
DTSTART:20261004T170000Z
DTEND:20261004T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001098-1791118800-1791126000@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, October 4th\, 2026  – Tiramisu Class\; Learn to Cr
 eate this Classic Italian Dessert – 1pm TO 3pm – 14 STUDENTS MAX. (Kid
 s are welcome)  \nHands On – Dessert Class – Kid Friendly – *Bring 
 a 9 x 9 inch Deep Dish (Glass or Ceramic) \nCome learn this Fat Tuscan Ori
 ginal Recipe for the creamy decadent Italian dessert known as Tiramisu. Th
 is class will cover the classic favorite Italian Dessert known as Tiramisu
  where each student will create a full dessert that serves 8/12 people to 
 take home and enjoy later.  Tiramisu uses layers of sweetened cream inclu
 ding mascarpone\, which is an Italian type of whipped cream specifically f
 or Tiramisu\, layers of expresso dipped cookies and rich chocolate shaving
 s for a perfect dessert that requires no baking. In this class all the ing
 redients for creating and layering an individual Tiramisu will be provided
  as well as an instruction on what makes the best types of cookies for lay
 ering as well as how to create the espresso syrup for soaking the cookies.
  *Please bring a Ceramic or glass square or rectangular dish that is about
  9 inches by 9 inches and at least two inches deep OR an 8 to 9 inch sprin
 g form pan. Prepared dishes will be taken home to chill over night before 
 serving.  Recipe will serve 8/12 when completed.  $65.00 per person\, i
 ncludes chef lead class instructions\, all ingredients\, tools and equipme
 nt as well as printed recipes for each student to take home.  A tasting o
 f Tiramisu will also be included in the class.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/making-tiramisu-with-chef-mary/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Date Night: Charcuterie\, Burrata Bruschetta\, & Fresh Pasta with 
 Chef Melissa
DTSTART:20261008T220000Z
DTEND:20261009T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001099-1791482400-1791493200@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 8th\, 2026  – Date Night\, PASTA & APPET
 IZER CLASS:  Charcuterie\, Burrata Bruschetta & Fresh Pasta – 6PM TO 9P
 M –   14 MAX. STUDENTS – Perfect for date night.  \nHands On Class 
 – Kids Welcome – Date Night – Dinner & Appetizer Cooking Class – V
 egetarian can be Accommodated \nCome out and enjoy a fun Friday night of f
 ood & cooking. Couples start out the evening in an interactive appetizer w
 here each couple creates a tasty Tomato\, Basil\, Burrata Bruschetta.  A 
 complete charcuterie board of assorted cured meats and aged cheeses is ser
 ved alongside it.  We provide each Couple with a DIY Bruschetta board and
  all the things needed to create your very own appetizer as the instructor
  leads you through the proper preparation. Then the class moves on to a ha
 nds on portion learning to make fresh pasta from scratch using flour\, oil
  and egg.  Students will learn to make the fresh dough and then we show y
 ou how to roll it out\, shape it and cut it into different pasta shapes. 
  We will then cook each individual pasta for you dine on as your dinner. 
  A choice from two different sauces will be available to top the pasta. An
  apron is encouraged for this class as each student will be making their o
 wn pasta using a substantial amount of  flour. Students will enjoy an eve
 ning of preparing and eating their finished results at the end of class wi
 th a choice of the prepared sauces as well the appetizer of bruschetta whi
 ch started the class\, so come prepared to eat.  $85.00 per person inclu
 des all ingredients\, printed recipes\, appetizer and dinner of fresh mad
 e pasta with a choice of fresh sauce made in class.  *Wine is available 
 to purchase by the glass or by the bottle from our wine retail area.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/date-night-charcuterie-burrata-bruschetta-
 fresh-pasta-3/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Girl’s Night Out: Pasta\, Prosecco & Cannoli’s
DTSTART:20261009T220000Z
DTEND:20261010T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260827T003111Z
UID:10001105-1791568800-1791579600@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:drink,food
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 9th\, 2026– PASTA\, PROSECCO & CANNOLI’S 
 FOR DESSERT – 6PM TO 9PM – 14 MAX. STUDENTS \nHANDS ON CLASS – VEGET
 ARIAN FRIENDLY – DATE NIGHT/GIRLS NIGHT OUT \nCome out with your best gi
 rlfriends and enjoy a fun night learning to make fresh pasta from scratch 
 while sipping on bubbly prosecco! This class is perfect to catch up with f
 riends while making a delicious meal. A demonstration from our instructor\
 , Chef Mary\, includes teaching and making a fresh creamy Alfredo sauce du
 ring the length of the class. Students will then make their individual por
 tion of pasta with hands-on demonstration from our Chefs. Pasta will then 
 be rolled and shaped to your liking\, then cooked and topped with sauce of
  your liking. This class includes a full dinner of fresh made pasta with a
  choice of fresh sauce made in class\, as well as homemade marinara prepar
 ed beforehand. To complete the meal\, each student will also be given an a
 uthentic Italian cannoli shell to fill with our decadent house-made Cannol
 i filling\, then dipped in dark chocolate chips for dessert. An appetizer 
 of bread and sauce will be served to open the class and your appetite. An 
 apron is encouraged as each student will be making their own pasta for the
  evening using their hands\, flour\, and eggs. All students will be consum
 ing their results at the end of class with their choice of the prepared sa
 uces\, so come prepared to eat! \n$85.00 per person includes all ingredien
 ts\, supplies\, dinner\, Chef cooking class instruction with printed recip
 es. Two glasses of complimentary Sparkling Italian Prosecco will be served
  to each student\, handpicked by our in-house Sommelier.  *Proper ID requ
 ired.  \n*Additional Wine will be available to purchase by the glass or b
 y the bottle from our wine retail area.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T003111Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/girls-night-out-pasta-prosecco-cannolis/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:From Grain to Bread (Milling\, to Dough\, to Fresh Rolls)
DTSTART:20261010T150000Z
DTEND:20261010T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260825T183056Z
UID:10001089-1791630000-1791640800@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 10th\, 2026 –  From Grain to Bread (Mill
 ing\, to Dough\, to Fresh Rolls) – 11am-2pm – 12 students max  \nHand
 s On Class  – Vegetarian Friendly – Flour Milling  – Beginning Bre
 ads – Take Home Bread – Organic Grain Used – Healthy Cooking \n*SPEC
 IAL CLASS*  This is for the student who wants to learn how to mill flour 
 from scratch and turn it into fresh bread. Join Stacy of Spring Hollow Mil
 l for a hands-on class exploring the process of milling your own flour and
  making fresh dinner rolls. The class begins with a live grain milling dem
 onstration\, where Chef Stacy will explain grain selection\, the benefits 
 of freshly milled flour\, and techniques for achieving best results with t
 hree different types of mills. Students will learn about the milling proce
 ss before Chef Stacy guides everyone through making their own batch of sof
 t\, homemade dinner rolls using freshly milled flour. Each student will pr
 epare their own dough\, which will be baked during class and sent home to 
 enjoy. Students will also receive samples of freshly milled flour to conti
 nue baking at home. \nLight snacks will be provided during class for stude
 nts to enjoy. A complimentary beverage is also provided. \n$125.00 Per per
 son\, includes all ingredients and supplies for class\; Chef led class ins
 tructions & printed recipes included as well as a light snack will be serv
 ed.  All recipes produced will mean each student will have take home brea
 ds to consume and a sample of freshly milled flour to use at a later date.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T183056Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/from-grain-to-bread-milling-to-dough-to-fr
 esh-rolls-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Day Pasta Class: Making Fresh Ravioli & Sauces with Chef Melissa
DTSTART:20261011T150000Z
DTEND:20261011T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T183046Z
UID:10001100-1791716400-1791727200@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 11th\, 2026 –  PASTA LAB: Fresh Ravioli & 
 Fresh Pesto Sauce  (Kids 12 & up are Welcome) – 11am to 2pm – 14 MAX.
  STUDENTS \nHANDS ON CLASS – KIDS WELCOME – VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY – ME
 AL PREP \nIn this afternoon class\, enjoy learning how to make pasta sauce
 s and fresh ravioli from scratch. In this fun and interactive day class sp
 end an afternoon with our chef learning the art to fresh pasta.  Ravioli 
 is made from an egg and flour pasta dough and stuffed with an assortment o
 f cheeses. The class will include instruction on proper pasta dough and th
 en an demonstration on how to roll out the dough to form individual raviol
 is.  Students will then take home their fresh ravioli to share with their
  family to eat.  To complement the ravioli\, each student will prepare th
 eir own portion of Almond Basil Pesto alongside one of our Chef’s to tak
 e home. In addition\, the chef will also prepare a fresh Basil Marinara wh
 ich will be sent home as another sauce option for your ravioli.  This cla
 ss is a hands-on class in which students work with flour & egg\, so aprons
  are recommended.  The class will include tastings and snacks during the 
 day as well as an beverage.  Cooking class instruction from our chef and 
 printed recipes are part of every class.  $85.00 per person includes inst
 ruction\, all supplies\, all materials\, and take home fresh ravioli with 
 a quart of sauce to take home for each student enough to feed 2/3.  Bread
  with oil will also be served during this class. This is a hands-on type o
 f class perfect for all levels including children.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T183046Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/day-pasta-class-making-fresh-ravioli-sauce
 s-with-chef-melissa/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:2026 Tuscany & Rome Food & Cooking Tour with Chef Michelle
DTSTART:20261012T140000Z
DTEND:20261102T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001090-1791799200-1793620800@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:2026 Tuscany & Rome Food & Cooking Tour  \nTour Dates: Sunday\
 , October 25th to Sunday November 1st \n2026 Tuscan & Roman Food & Cooking
  Tour –  \nDear Students\, \nThe Fat Tuscan travels to Italy every year 
 in the month of October for a Food\, Wine and Cooking Tour of Tuscany. Che
 ck out the information below for what we are up in the motherland and mayb
 e think about joining us in the future!  \nThe Fat Tuscan spends a wonder
 ful week in the heart of Tuscany with 8 guests to travel\, eat\, drink and
  cook our way through the countryside.  Chef Michelle Gioviti\, the owner
  of the Fat Tuscan\, leads this amazing all-inclusive Food & Cooking tour 
 every year as couples immerse themselves in the countryside with her famil
 y tasting the best foods and learning authentic cooking traditions from lo
 cals. \nGuests stay in the middle of olive groves & grape vineyards in a p
 icturesque countryside in the Apennine Mountains along the Tuscan & Umbria
 n border. Each couple is hosted at a small Countryside Inn which has been 
 completely renovated from a 300-year-old grain mill. The trip consists of 
 a busy itinerary\, a full week of nights gathered for the customary long d
 inners as a group\, road trips to nearby medieval towns for dining in pict
 uresque spots & wine tasting as well as daily excursions to small medieval
  towns. There will be plenty of food tastings of local delicacies & shoppi
 ng excursions as well. Plus\, a tour & tasting at a local winery in the co
 untryside among the olive groves\, and of course\, intimate cooking classe
 s at the home of our Italian family or at our Villa where we will prepare\
 , cook & eat together at one big table.  Spend your days & nights touring
  the countryside experiencing the Tuscan Life. This year\, the tour will a
 lso be traveling to a small\, local neighborhood in Rome by the name of Tr
 astevere. The same neighborhood where Chef Michelle’s mother was raised\
 , guests will be visiting her Roman family for decadent meals hosted in th
 eir apartment and exploring the smaller sights of Rome that often get over
 looked. \nThis Food Tour & Cooking Vacation includes a 7-night stay in a B
 &B\, transportation including pick up and drop off from the Arezzo train s
 tation\, breakfast (Continental Breakfast is supplied in each apartment’
 s kitchen for you to prepare at your leisure)\, all lunches & cooking clas
 s dinners\, 6 days and nights to include the following: Restaurants\, cook
 ing \, daily excursions to small little medieval towns amongst the hills o
 f Tuscany\, a van for travel for the group for the entire stay\, a full-ti
 me interpreter during your week stay\, wine tasting tours and more such as
  countryside hiking tours and or Truffle/Porcini Mushroom hunting with a l
 ocal guide.  The classes and accommodations take place in a small village
  about one hour from Florence near Arezzo in a town called Monterchi. \nEa
 ch Week is a Small Tour Group of 4 couples (8 student’s total).  This e
 nsures that we continue our personal service for small intimate Groups and
  give each person a vacation where you are not just on vacation but part o
 f the family. \n2026 Pricing: Pricing is based on per couple\; A Deposit i
 s required to reserve your space.  First Come\, First serve sign up. Pric
 ing is emailed out at the beginning of each year’s tour when dates are a
 nnounced.  Pricing varies/adjusts yearly to account for current exchange 
 rates\, etc. \nAll Inclusive: Italian Cooking & Food tasting Classes\, Exc
 ursions\, Week Stay at BnB (Sunday to Sunday)\, Includes All Meals: Breakf
 ast\, Lunch & Dinner plus snacks & wine\, Transportation & Personal Tour g
 uides. (*Does not include airfare.) \n*If you are interested in this tour 
 for 2027\, please send us an email in our CONTACT US page and we will add 
 you to our listserv for notification when 2026 tour dates are announced at
  the end of January next year.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/2026-tuscany-rome-food-cooking-tour-with-c
 hef-michelle/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Wine Pairing & Chef Dinner - L'autunno (Autumn Flavors)
DTSTART:20261106T230000Z
DTEND:20261107T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T183046Z
UID:10001110-1793988000-1793998800@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:drink,food
DESCRIPTION:*Special Class* FRIDAY\, November 6th\, 2026 – CHEF DINNER A
 ND WINE PAIRING – 6pm TO 9pm – 12 MAX. STUDENTS  \nOBSERVATION & DEMO
 NSTRATION CLASS – WINE TASTING – DATE NIGHT – FRESH COOKING \nSpend 
 an evening with our Resident Chef in this fun cooking class learning all a
 bout fresh gourmet food paired with wine. In this class our chefs prepare 
 a unique menu of inspired dishes using seasonal produce and fresh ingredie
 nts in front of you. The theme will be L’autunno – Autumn flavors\, to
  welcome in the cooler weather.  Each course has a hand-selected wine pai
 red for you to taste with it.  During class a discussion on preparation i
 s conducted throughout each course as well as details about the paired win
 es.  This is a great date night or fun night out with friends eating grea
 t food and drinking even better wines. Tastings\, dinner and chef instruct
 ion prepared by Chef/Owner Michelle Gioviti  from The Fat Tuscan. Each co
 urse will be selected to perfectly complement the wines presented. The eve
 ning is for students who enjoy wine and good food or want to learn more ab
 out food and wine. This class is an observation class where questions are 
 answered during the demo. $125.00 per person and includes a full course di
 nner with wine pairing.  Special Pricing on featured wines for purchase a
 re also available during the class. *Proper ID required.  Includes a 4-co
 urse dinner with 4-5 different wines tasted throughout.  \n*IN ORDER TO M
 AINTAIN THE INTEGRITY OF THE CHEF’S MENU\, NO MODIFICATIONS OR SUBSTITUT
 IONS. \n*Vegetarian – Please leave a note when signing up if vegetarian 
 accommodations are needed.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T183046Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/wine-pairing-chef-dinner-lautunno-autumn-f
 lavors/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Bread Making: Brioche & Quick Jams with Chef Tracy
DTSTART:20261107T160000Z
DTEND:20261107T193000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T183046Z
UID:10001112-1794049200-1794061800@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, November 7th\, 2026 – Making Brioche & Quick Jams
   – 11AM TO 2:30 PM – 12 STUDENTS MAX \nHANDS ON CLASS – INTERMEDIA
 TE – VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY – TAKE HOME BREAD – KID FRIENDLY \nIn this 
 cooking class day workshop students will be working with Brioche Dough.  
 This is an original recipe dough that the café has developed to make both
  savory rolls and sweet dessert breads.  The class will also include a ch
 ef lead demonstration on making two types of jams.  Each student will lea
 rn to make savory &/or Sweet brioche buns. Please bring a Cookie Sheet/Bak
 ing Sheet to class to transport warm rolls home.  We will learn the ways 
 to form dough\, make a wet sponge from yeast and shape\, stuff & form the 
 rolls with assorted fillings. Printed recipes will be given to each studen
 t and a discussion on techniques and instructions for the dough and formin
 g the dough will be given.  This class is a hands-on class where each stu
 dent will be handling and making their own bread dough from scratch.  Apr
 ons are recommended.  Samples of bread will be eaten in class.  Please b
 ring a sheet pan to rise your breads on and/or for baking. $75.00 per per
 son includes all supplies\, class instruction\, light snacks\, tastings an
 d recipes to take home. \nAbout Chef Tracy \nTracy Faircloth is a passiona
 te home baker and Fat Tuscan instructor who loves making bread approachabl
 e\, fun\, and something anyone can feel confident creating. With a focus o
 n simple techniques and hands-on learning\, she helps students build confi
 dence and enjoy the process as much as the final product. When she’s not
  in the kitchen\, Tracy is likely at CrossFit or in the gym – because th
 at dough isn’t going to knead itself – chasing the sunshine\, hiking i
 n the North GA mountains\, or planning her next adventure with her family 
 and dog\, Stella.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T183046Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/bread-making-brioche-quick-jams-with-chef-
 tracy-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Date Night: Sweet Potato Gnocchi\, Brown Butter Sage Sauce & Pumpk
 in Tiramisu
DTSTART:20261112T230000Z
DTEND:20261113T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260827T003111Z
UID:10001114-1794506400-1794517200@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:*SPECIAL CLASS – Thursday\, November 12th\, 2026 – DATE NI
 GHT COUPLES COOKING CLASS – SWEET POTATO GNOCCHI\, BROWN BUTTER SAGE SAU
 CE &  PUMPKIN OR CLASSIC TIRAMISU – 6PM TO 9PM – 14 MAX. STUDENTS \nH
 ands On Class – Gluten Free Options  – Vegetarian Friendly – Kid Fr
 iendly  \nThis class is all about fall flavors and having fun cooking tog
 ether. In this hands-on class\, couples will explore making fresh pasta fr
 om scratch using sweet potato\, egg & flour\, alongside a classic Italian 
 dessert\, Tiramisu. Enjoy an evening learning to form and make fresh Potat
 o Gnocchi from scratch.  (If you are Gluten Free and miss eating pasta th
 is class is for you as we will have an option and instructions on making G
 luten free Gnocchi’s).  The class teaches each student how to make thei
 r own Gnocchi as the main course for dinner.  Staff will cook each studen
 t’s fresh Gnocchi for them to enjoy with a choice of fresh made sauces.
   There will be at least two different types of sauces to top the Gnocchi
  for students to choose from. The class instructor will also perform a dem
 onstration of a Brown Butter Sage Sauce the gnocchi’s can be sauteed in.
   However\, the class will begin with each student preparing an individua
 l Tiramisu. In this specific class\, students will have the choice to have
  a flavored Pumpkin Tiramisu\, or a classic creamy Mascarpone Tiramisu. Th
 e class includes a dinner of fresh made pasta with a choice of sauce & des
 sert.  Aprons are recommended as each student will be working with their 
 own dough and is a hands-on cooking class. *Includes light beverages\, coo
 king instruction and printed recipes.  $75.00 per person\, includes hands
  on Chef led pasta making instruction\, a dinner of fresh Gnocchi & sauce 
 and dessert of Tiramisu.  \n*Please indicate at Sign Up which flavor Tira
 misu you would like to make (Pumpkin or Classic)\, and if you need Gluten 
 Free Accommodations
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T003111Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/date-night-sweet-potato-gnocchi-brown-butt
 er-sage-sauce-pumpkin-tiramisu-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Date Night: Sweet Potato Gnocchi\, Brown Butter Sage Sauce & Pumpk
 in Tiramisu
DTSTART:20261113T230000Z
DTEND:20261114T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T183046Z
UID:10001111-1794592800-1794603600@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:*SPECIAL CLASS – FRIDAY\, November 13th\, 2026 – DATE NIGH
 T COUPLES COOKING CLASS – SWEET POTATO GNOCCHI\, BROWN BUTTER SAGE SAUCE
  &  PUMPKIN OR CLASSIC TIRAMISU – 6PM TO 9PM – 14 MAX. STUDENTS \nHan
 ds On Class – Gluten Free Options  – Vegetarian Friendly – Kid Frie
 ndly  \nThis class is all about fall flavors and having fun cooking toget
 her. In this hands-on class\, couples will explore making fresh pasta from
  scratch using sweet potato\, egg & flour\, alongside a classic Italian de
 ssert\, Tiramisu. Enjoy an evening learning to form and make fresh Potato 
 Gnocchi from scratch.  (If you are Gluten Free and miss eating pasta this
  class is for you as we will have an option and instructions on making Glu
 ten free Gnocchi’s).  The class teaches each student how to make their 
 own Gnocchi as the main course for dinner.  Staff will cook each student
 ’s fresh Gnocchi for them to enjoy with a choice of fresh made sauces. 
  There will be at least two different types of sauces to top the Gnocchi f
 or students to choose from. The class instructor will also perform a demon
 stration of a Brown Butter Sage Sauce the gnocchi’s can be sauteed in. 
  However\, the class will begin with each student preparing an individual 
 Tiramisu. In this specific class\, students will have the choice to have a
  flavored Pumpkin Tiramisu\, or a classic creamy Mascarpone Tiramisu. The 
 class includes a dinner of fresh made pasta with a choice of sauce & desse
 rt.  Aprons are recommended as each student will be working with their ow
 n dough and is a hands-on cooking class. *Includes light beverages\, cooki
 ng instruction and printed recipes.  $75.00 per person\, includes hands o
 n Chef led pasta making instruction\, a dinner of fresh Gnocchi & sauce an
 d dessert of Tiramisu.  \n*Please indicate at Sign Up which flavor Tirami
 su you would like to make (Pumpkin or Classic)\, and if you need Gluten Fr
 ee Accommodations
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T183046Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/date-night-sweet-potato-gnocchi-brown-butt
 er-sage-sauce-pumpkin-tiramisu/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Chef Dinner & Wine Pairing - Wines of the Old World
DTSTART:20261120T230000Z
DTEND:20261121T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T183046Z
UID:10001109-1795197600-1795208400@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:drink,food
DESCRIPTION:*Special Class* FRIDAY\, November 20th\, 2026 – CHEF DINNER 
 AND WINE PAIRING\; (Old World Wines)  6PM TO 9PM – 12 MAX. STUDENTS  \
 nOBSERVATION & DEMONSTRATION CLASS – WINE TASTING – DATE NIGHT – FRE
 SH COOKING \nSpend an evening with our Resident Chef Michelle Gioviti in t
 his fun cooking class learning all about fresh gourmet food paired with wi
 ne. In this class our chefs prepare a unique menu of inspired dishes using
  seasonal produce and fresh ingredients in front of you.  Each course has
  a hand-selected wine paired for you to taste with it.  During class a di
 scussion on preparation is conducted throughout each course as well as det
 ails about the paired wines.  This is a great date night or fun night out
  with friends eating great food and drinking even better wines. Tastings\,
  dinner and chef instruction prepared by Chef/Owner Michelle Gioviti-Reeve
 s from The Fat Tuscan. Each course will be selected to perfectly complemen
 t the wines presented. The evening is for students who enjoy wine and good
  food or want to learn more about food and wine. This class is an observat
 ion class where questions are answered during the demo. \n$125.00 per pers
 on and includes a full course dinner with wine pairing.  Special Pricing 
 on featured wines for purchase are also available during the class (up to 
 25% off retail). *Proper ID required.  Includes a 4-course dinner with 4 
 to 5 different wines tasted throughout.  \n*IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN THE INTE
 GRITY OF THE CHEF’S MENU\, NO MODIFICATIONS OR SUBSTITUTIONS. ALL DIETAR
 Y RESTRICTIONS MUST BE DISCLOSED AT TIME OF PURCHASE. \n*Vegetarian – Pl
 ease leave a note when signing up as prior notice to make accommodations a
 re needed by the chef.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T183046Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/chef-dinner-wine-pairing-wines-of-the-old-
 world-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Cookie Exchange  (Kids 12 & Up Welcome)
DTSTART:20261122T190000Z
DTEND:20261122T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T013533Z
UID:10001064-1795356000-1795366800@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:family,holiday
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, November 22nd\, 2026 – Thanksgiving Cookie Exchange
  – 2pm – 5pm – 16 STUDENTS  \nHands on Class – Kids Welcome – P
 erfect Friend Group Class – Baking \nEnjoy an afternoon baking with us a
  fun day of making cookies.  In this class we will learn the basics of 4 
 different cookie recipes.  The class will consist of (4) four different g
 roups\, where each group makes a different cookie recipe.  The groups wil
 l make and bake off enough of their assigned cookie for everyone share.  
 Students will go home with a bakers dozen\, or more\, of assorted cookies.
  Traditional Chocolate Chip\, Buttery Shortbread\, Coconut Macaroons\, and
  Cantucci\, an Italian Almond Cookie (and perhaps another type of cookie t
 o be determined).  While cookies are baking students will enjoy a full be
 verage bar set up to make coffee and/or hot chocolate as well as an assort
 ment of teas\, perfect to go with a warm cookie or two when they come out 
 of the oven. Make one kind of cookie\, but go home with four to five diffe
 rent types. Recipes for all cookies will be included in the handout. This 
 class is a hands-on class\, so aprons are recommended.  This is a great c
 lass to attend with a friends group or family for some baking fun.  $70.0
 0 per seat includes chef lead cooking class instruction\, printed recipes 
 for all cookies made\, all supplies and groceries needed to produce cookie
 s\, and a bakers dozen of cookies to bring home for each student.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T013533Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/thanksgiving-cookie-exchange-kids-12-up-we
 lcome/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:All About Pies
DTSTART:20261123T223000Z
DTEND:20261124T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T183046Z
UID:10001107-1795455000-1795462200@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:MONDAY\, November 23rd\, 2026 – ALL ABOUT PIES  – 5:30pm
   to 7:30pm  –  12 Students Max. \nHands on Class – Kid Friendly 
 – Baking – Vegetarian Friendly  *Please bring a 8 or 9 inch glass or
  ceramic pie dish. \nJoin us on the Monday evening of Thanksgiving week an
 d to kick off your Thanksgiving holiday in the spirit by learning to make 
 a fresh warm pie!  Its the perfect baked item of the holiday to have on h
 and for company or even to bring to a holiday celebration with friends. Th
 is class is for anyone who wants to bring a freshly made pie to their holi
 day meal to impress everyone.  Students will learn the process for make f
 resh pie dough from scratch\, rolling it out\, filling it and creating lat
 tice work for the top.  Each student will make their own pie dough from s
 cratch using a butter dough recipe.  The fresh pie dough will then be use
 d in class for the student to make one full pie to bake at home later.  T
 his is a perfect class for learning to make pies for the upcoming holiday 
 season.  Students will have a few different options for fillings such as 
 Fruit\, Chocolate\, Apple and Pumpkin.  (*Each student needs to bring one
  8” or 9” inch GLASS PIE PANS & a Sheet pan to transport the pie home.
   The pies will be taken home to be baked that evening or even at a later
  date.)  Aprons are recommended as this is a hands-on class.  $65.00 pe
 r person\, includes all groceries\, supplies\, chef class instruction and 
 printed recipes.  Snacks will also be provided as well as some tastings d
 uring this class. Children are welcome.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T183046Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/all-about-pies-9/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Lasagna & Sauces - Take Home Full Pan
DTSTART:20261124T223000Z
DTEND:20261125T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001092-1795541400-1795550400@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAY\, NOVEMBER 24th\, 2026 – Pasta & Sauce: MAKING LASAG
 NA (Take Home Full Lasagna Feeds 6 – 8) – 5:30pm to 8pm – 14 STUDENT
 S MAX \nHANDS ON CLASS – VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY – TAKE HOME AND BAKE OR F
 REEZE \nJoin us this Tuesday before Thanksgiving and learn to make Lasagna
 \, or Pasta al Forno as we call it in Italian.  This is a perfect class 
 to get ready for Thanksgiving as there is nothing better than having a hom
 emade Lasagna ready to pop in the oven for all that Holiday Company.  In
  this hands-on class students learn about different sauces such as basil m
 arinara\, ragu & bechamel sauces.  These sauces will then be used to buil
 d the best gourmet lasagna ever – it’s all about the ingredients! A fu
 ll fillings list of assorted items to layer into the lasagna will also be 
 available for each student such as assorted cheeses\, assorted meats\, sau
 teed/grilled vegetables and fresh vegetables and more. All the sauces will
  be made in class to be used to construct a full lasagna for each student 
 to take home.  Students will learn tips on how to assemble their own lasa
 gna for consumption later. Each student will go home with a lasagna to coo
 k/freeze that will feed up 6 to 8 adults.  Students will learn tips on ho
 w to assemble their own lasagna for consumption later.  All fillings ingr
 edients will be provided from vegetarian to meat options. \n*Students need
  to bring a 9 x 13 rectangular lasagna baking dish\, (we recommend glass o
 r ceramic).  Please note it is okay if your dish is an alternate size bu
 t the quantity of ingredients provided is based on a recipe using a 9 x 13
  size dish.   A house made lasagna will be made in advance that will be
  served to the class for a tasting. Aprons are recommended. \n$95.00 per p
 erson includes all supplies to create and make a 9×13 lasagna in class to
  take home for each student\, class instruction\, light snacks and take ho
 me recipes.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/lasagna-sauces-take-home-full-pan/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Dessert: Making Cheesecake
DTSTART:20261125T160000Z
DTEND:20261125T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001091-1795604400-1795615200@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 25th\, 2026 – DESSERT: CHEESECAKE MAKIN
 G – 11am to 2pm – 14 MAX. STUDENT SIGN UP \n*Hands On Class – Kids W
 elcome – Take home and Bake (** Must bring an 8 or 9 inch spring form pa
 n and a sheet pan to take cheesecake home) – Aprons Recommended \nDo you
  love making desserts?  Learn to create our signature light and fluffy Ri
 cotta style cheesecake in perfect time for the Thanksgiving Holiday!  Thi
 s class is for those students that love to bake but might find cheesecakes
  frustrating.  Our original recipe Ricotta cheesecake has a light and flu
 ffy texture and is the key to its success.  This class will go over the R
 icotta Cheesecake recipes developed by the Fat Tuscan owner and chef\, Mic
 helle Gioviti.  In this hands on class students will make an individual c
 heesecake to take home which serves 8 to 12 people.  Assorted flavors wil
 l be available for each student to choose a favorite combination to make f
 or their individual cheesecake.  The chef will prepare a cheesecake in cl
 ass as part of the teaching instruction. A chilled Cheesecake made in adva
 nce will also be eaten by students at the end of class to show desired tex
 ture and outcome. \n*Individual baking will be done at home. *Students ne
 ed to bring an 8 or 9 inch spring form pan.  *all ingredients will be pr
 ovided by Fat Tuscan however. $85.00 per person\, includes all ingredient
 s to prepare an a 9/10 inch cheesecake\, flavorings\, fillings and topping
 s for assorted varieties of cheesecake as well as printed recipes for each
  student to take home. Class includes light snacks and refreshments during
  the class.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/dessert-making-cheesecake-5/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Brunch & Bouquets
DTSTART:20261129T160000Z
DTEND:20261129T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T183046Z
UID:10001106-1795950000-1795960800@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, November 29th\, 2026–  BRUNCH & BOUQUETS – 11AM 
 TO 2PM – 14 MAX. STUDENTS \nHANDS ON CLASS – VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY – K
 ID FRIENDLY – BRUNCH – GLUTEN FREE FRIENDLY \nJoin us for a fun mornin
 g learning the art of buttery crepes and building your own flower bouquet 
 to take home\, then dine on a full brunch bar with a mimosa.  This class 
 includes a full brunch bar as well as assorted fillings and toppings for s
 tudents to make both sweet and savory crepes. Students will learn about th
 e different types of crepes enjoyed which include both sweet and savory fl
 avorings and fillings. Each student will flip and form their own crepes as
  part of this class. A full flower bar with a variety of seasonal flowers 
 to choose from will be available for each student to build their own DIY b
 ouquet to take home and enjoy. This is a perfect time to enjoy a morning b
 runch served with mimosas or Bellini’s\, as well as a full buffet of fre
 shly made foods alongside the class.  Students will learn to make\, form 
 and\, yes\, flip crepes in the air! The class consists of some observation
  and some hands-on. $95.00 per person includes class instructions\, printe
 d recipes\, a full brunch buffet\, a variety of sweet and savory crepe fil
 lings\, and a DIY Flower Bar for a take home bouquet. A complimentary mimo
 sa or Bellini or beverage of choice is included with the class. Proper I.D
 . Required.  Additional can be purchased at the time of the class. \n*GLU
 TEN FREE – Please include a note when signing up that you will require g
 luten free ingredients.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T183046Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/brunch-bouquets/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Holiday Cookie Exchange
DTSTART:20261209T220000Z
DTEND:20261210T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001103-1796835600-1796844600@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food,holiday
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAY\, December 9th\, 2026 – Holiday Cookie Exchange 
 – 5pm to 7:30pm – 16 STUDENTS  \nHands on Class – Kids Welcome – 
 Perfect Friend Group Class – Baking \nEnjoy an evening of fun baking for
  our Holiday cookie exchange cooking class.  In this class we will learn
  the basics of 4 different cookie recipes.  The class will consist of (4)
  four different groups\, where each group makes a different cookie recipe.
   The groups will make and bake off enough of their assigned cookie for e
 veryone share.  Students will go home with a bakers dozen\, or more\, of 
 assorted cookies. Types of cookies\; Traditional Chocolate Chip\, Buttery 
 Shortbread\, Coconut Macaroons\, and Cantucci\, an Italian Almond Cookie (
 and perhaps another type of cookie to be determined). While cookies are ba
 king students will enjoy coffee and/or hot chocolate and a warm cookie or 
 two out of the oven. Make one kind of cookie\, but go home with four to fi
 ve different types. Recipes for all cookies will be included in the handou
 t. This class is a hands-on class\, so aprons are recommended.  This is a
  great class to attend with a friend or family member for some baking fun.
   $70.00 per seat includes chef lead cooking class instruction\, printed 
 recipes for all cookies made\, all supplies and groceries needed to produc
 e cookies\, and a bakers dozen of cookies to bring home for each student\,
  plus refreshments during class.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/holiday-cookie-exchange-8/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Special Class * Holiday Wine Pairing & Chef Dinner
DTSTART:20261218T230000Z
DTEND:20261219T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001102-1797616800-1797627600@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:drink,food
DESCRIPTION:*Special Class*  – Holiday Wine Pairing & Chef Dinner  \nFR
 IDAY\, December 18th\, 2026 – HOLIDAY CHEF DINNER & WINE PAIRING –  6
 PM TO 9M – 14 MAX. STUDENTS  \nOBSERVATION & DEMONSTRATION CLASS – WI
 NE TASTING – DATE NIGHT – FRESH COOKING \nSpend an evening and celebra
 te the holiday season with our Resident Chef\, Michelle Gioviti\, in this 
 fun cooking class learning all about fresh gourmet food & wine pairings. I
 n this class our chefs prepare a unique menu of inspired dishes using seas
 onal produce and fresh ingredients in front of you.  Each course has a ha
 nd-selected wine paired for you to taste with it.  During class a discuss
 ion on preparation is conducted throughout each course as well as details 
 about the paired wines.  This is a great date night or fun night out with
  friends to celebrate the season eating great food and drinking even bette
 r wines. Tastings\, dinner and chef instruction prepared by Chef/Owner Mic
 helle Gioviti from The Fat Tuscan. Each course will be selected to perfect
 ly complement the wines presented. The evening is for students who enjoy w
 ine and good food or want to learn more about food and wine. The menu vari
 es and is not set until the week of the class to utilize the freshest seas
 onal ingredients on the market\, but expect some holiday recipes from Ital
 y to appear.  This class is an observation class where questions are answ
 ered during the demo. $125.00 per person and includes a full course dinner
  with wine pairing.  Special Pricing on featured wines for purchase are a
 lso available during the class (up to 25% off retail). *Proper ID required
 .  Includes a 4-course dinner with 5 different wine pairings throughout.
   \n*IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN THE INTEGRITY OF THE CHEF’S MENU\, NO MODIFIC
 ATIONS OR SUBSTITUTIONS. ALL DIETARY RESTRICTIONS MUST BE DISCLOSED AT TIM
 E OF PURCHASE.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/special-class-holiday-wine-pairing-chef-di
 nner-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:All About Tarts Workshop
DTSTART:20261220T150000Z
DTEND:20261220T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001093-1797760800-1797775200@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, December 20th\, 2026 – All About Tarts Workshop –
  Making Savory & Sweet Tarts – 10am to 2:00pm  –  10 Students Max. 
   \nHands On Class – Intermediate Level Cooking class – Kids 12 and u
 p welcome – *Baking Pans included  – Vegetarian Friendly \nJoin us on
  a fun Sunday right before Christmas and spend the day with Chef Michelle 
 learning all about Tarts.  In this class students learn to make a tart do
 ugh using butter from scratch which will be used to make two types of tart
 s both a Savory & a Sweet tart.  The chef guides students through making 
 the dough\; forming it to filling it to designs for the top and then bakin
 g it in class.  Learn decorating techniques such as lattice work and othe
 r options for decor.  Each student will be working with their own dough t
 o create two separate filled tart to take home. Various toppings and ingre
 dients will be provided for students to choose from such as fruit jams and
  compotes for their filling choice. During class the instructor will prepa
 re a tart with the class as an example and lead a discussion on techniques
  followed by guidance of how to do lattice work and design work for the to
 p of the tarts.  Each student will be making tarts from start to finish i
 n this class. The class will include tastings of a sample tart completed d
 uring the class with coffee or beverage as part of the demonstration on fi
 nished product.  Each student will go home with two fully cooked tarts. *
 Two tart pans will be provided for each student to use and take home as a 
 gift at the end of the class. $150.00 Per person\, includes all ingredient
 s and supplies for class\; Chef led class instructions & recipes included.
  Tart pans with removable bottom is provided for each student to take home
  as a complimentary gift. \nWork a day with Chef/Owner Michelle Gioviti-Re
 eves learning the basics for making Tarts & Fillings.  Students will lear
 n and apply kitchen basics and cooking techniques. This class will be limi
 ted in spots so that one on one training and teaching can be offered to ev
 ery student.  We will demonstrate techniques and cooking skills for you t
 o execute on your own and have a question-and-answer period throughout the
  class. This class series is for students who are curios about baking & bu
 tter doughs and would like to improve their culinary skills. *Food safety\
 , sanitation\, kitchen navigation rules\, and organization will apply. \nD
 AY WORKSHOP \n+ Making a Butter Pastry/Tart Dough \n+ Fillings – Jams\, 
 Curds & Other fruit fillings. \n+ Forming Tarts\, Filling Tarts\, Lattice 
 Work & Decor \n+ Baking Techniques
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/all-about-tarts-workshop-3/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:All About Pies
DTSTART:20261221T223000Z
DTEND:20261222T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001094-1797874200-1797881400@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:MONDAY\, December 21st\, 2026 – ALL ABOUT PIES  – 5:30pm
   to 7:30pm  –  12 Students Max. \nHands on Class – Kid Friendly 
 – Baking – Vegetarian Friendly  *Please bring a 8 or 9 inch glass or
  ceramic pie dish. \nJoin us on the Monday evening of Christmas week and t
 o kick off your Christmas holiday in the spirit by learning to make a fres
 h warm pie!  Its the perfect baked item of the holiday to have on hand fo
 r company or even to bring to a holiday celebration with friends. This cla
 ss is for anyone who wants to bring a freshly made pie to their holiday me
 al to impress everyone.  Students will learn the process for make fresh p
 ie dough from scratch\, rolling it out\, filling it and creating lattice w
 ork for the top.  Each student will make their own pie dough from scratch
  using a butter dough recipe.  The fresh pie dough will then be used in c
 lass for the student to make one full pie to bake at home later.  This is
  a perfect class for learning to make pies for the upcoming holiday season
 .  Students will have a few different options for fillings such as Fruit\
 , Chocolate\, Apple and Pumpkin.  (*Each student needs to bring one 8” 
 or 9” inch GLASS PIE PANS & a Sheet pan to transport the pie home.  The
  pies will be taken home to be baked that evening or even at a later date.
 )  Aprons are recommended as this is a hands-on class.  $65.00 per pers
 on\, includes all groceries\, supplies\, chef class instruction and printe
 d recipes.  Snacks will also be provided as well as some tastings during 
 this class. Children are welcome.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/all-about-pies-8/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Making Cheesecake
DTSTART:20261222T223000Z
DTEND:20261223T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T183046Z
UID:10001101-1797960600-1797969600@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 22nd\, 2026 – DESSERT: CHEESECAKE MAKING 
 – 5:30pm TO 8pm – 14 MAX. STUDENT SIGN UP \n*Hands On Class – Kids W
 elcome – Take home and Bake (** Must bring an 8 or 9 inch spring form pa
 n and a sheet pan to take cheesecake home) – Aprons Recommended \nDo you
  love making desserts?  Learn to create our signature light and fluffy Ri
 cotta style cheesecake in perfect time for the Christmas Holiday!  This c
 lass is for those students that love to bake but might find cheesecakes fr
 ustrating.  Our original recipe Ricotta cheesecake has a light and fluffy
  texture and is the key to its success.  This class will go over the Rico
 tta Cheesecake recipes developed by the Fat Tuscan owner and chef\, Michel
 le Gioviti.  In this hands on class students will make an individual chee
 secake to take home which serves 8 to 12 people.  Assorted flavors will b
 e available for each student to choose a favorite combination to make for 
 their individual cheesecake.  The chef will prepare a cheesecake in class
  as part of the teaching instruction. A chilled Cheesecake made in advance
  will also be eaten by students at the end of class to show desired textur
 e and outcome. \n*Individual baking will be done at home. *Students need 
 to bring an 8 or 9 inch spring form pan.  *all ingredients will be provi
 ded by Fat Tuscan however. $85.00 per person\, includes all ingredients t
 o prepare an a 9/10 inch cheesecake\, flavorings\, fillings and toppings f
 or assorted varieties of cheesecake as well as printed recipes for each st
 udent to take home. Class includes light snacks and refreshments during th
 e class.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T183046Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/dessert-making-cheesecake-4/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Making Lasagna & Sauces - Take Home Full Pan
DTSTART:20261223T223000Z
DTEND:20261224T013000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T002903Z
UID:10001095-1798047000-1798057800@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, December 23rd\, 2025 – Lasagna & Sauce: MAKING L
 ASAGNA (Take Home Full Lasagna Feeds 6 – 8) – 5:30 to 8PM – 14 STUDE
 NTS MAX \nHANDS ON CLASS – VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY – TAKE HOME AND BAKE OR
  FREEZE \nJoin us this Tuesday before Christmas and learn to make Lasagna\
 , or Pasta al Forno as we call it in Italian.  This is a perfect class t
 o get ready for Christmas\, as there is nothing better than having a homem
 ade Lasagna ready to pop in the oven for all that Holiday Company.  In t
 his hands-on class students learn about different sauces such as basil mar
 inara\, ragu & bechamel sauces.  These sauces will then be used to build 
 the best gourmet lasagna ever – it’s all about the ingredients! A full
  fillings list of assorted items to layer into the lasagna will also be av
 ailable for each student such as assorted cheeses\, assorted meats\, saute
 ed/grilled vegetables and fresh vegetables and more. All the sauces will b
 e made in class to be used to construct a full lasagna for each student to
  take home.  Students will learn tips on how to assemble their own lasagn
 a for consumption later. Each student will go home with a lasagna to cook/
 freeze that will feed up 6 to 8 adults.  Students will learn tips on how 
 to assemble their own lasagna for consumption later.  All fillings ingred
 ients will be provided from vegetarian to meat options.  *Students need t
 o bring a 9 x 13 rectangular lasagna baking dish\, (we recommend glass or 
 ceramic).  Please note it is okay if your dish is an alternate size but 
 the quantity of ingredients provided is based on a recipe using a 9 x 13 s
 ize dish.   A house made lasagna will be made in advance that will be s
 erved to the class for a tasting. Aprons are recommended. $95.00 per pers
 on includes all supplies to create and make a 9×13 lasagna in class to ta
 ke home for each student\, class instruction\, light snacks and take home 
 recipes.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002903Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/making-lasagna-sauces-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Sunday Brunch & Crepes
DTSTART:20261227T160000Z
DTEND:20261227T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T183046Z
UID:10001104-1798369200-1798380000@fattuscan.com
CATEGORIES:food
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, December 27th\, 2026–   SUNDAY BRUNCH: BRUNCH & C
 REPES – 11AM TO 2PM – 14 MAX. STUDENTS \nHANDS ON CLASS – VEGETARIAN
  FRIENDLY – KID FRIENDLY – BRUNCH – GLUTEN FREE FRIENDLY \nJoin us f
 or a fun morning learning the art of buttery crepes and then dine on a ful
 l brunch bar with a mimosa to go with your finished product.  This class 
 includes a full brunch bar as well as assorted fillings and toppings for s
 tudents to make both sweet and savory crepes. Students will learn about th
 e different types of crepes enjoyed which include both sweet and savory fl
 avorings and fillings. Each student will flip and form their own crepes as
  part of this class.  This is a perfect time to enjoy a morning brunch se
 rved with mimosas or Bellini’s as well as a full buffet of freshly made 
 foods alongside the class.  Students will learn to make\, form and\, yes\
 , flip crepes in the air! The class consists of some observation and some 
 hands-on. $70.00 per person\, includes class instructions\, recipes\, a f
 ull brunch buffet\, and a variety of sweet and savory crepe fillings. A co
 mplimentary mimosa or Bellini or beverage of choice is included with the c
 lass. Proper I.D. Required.  Additional can be purchased at the time of t
 he class. \n*GLUTEN FREE – Please include a note when signing up that yo
 u will require gluten free ingredients.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T183046Z
LOCATION:Fat Tuscan\, 725 NE 1st Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, Unite
 d States
URL:https://fattuscan.com/event/sunday-brunch-crepes-10/
X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fat Tuscan
X-SOURCE-URL:https://fattuscan.com/venue/fat-tuscan
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR