La Dolce Vita. Italian Dessert Tasting

Join food historian and expert Francine Segan as she journeys through the past and present of our favorite foods. Programs include rich histories and delicious tastings. Cannoli, gelato, rum baba, biscotti, amaretti, granita, marzipan—Italy is famous for its sublime pastries and dessert. Discover the roles Christopher Columbus and Casanova played in Italy’s chocolate history, and learn about the sweet advantage Italy had over the rest of Europe in developing dessert as you trace the fascinating stories behind hundreds of delicious sweets. Learn about special Carnival, Easter and Christmas desserts and the many influences Italy has had on America’s classic desserts. Includes a tasting of dozens of desserts and hands-on practice “sculpting” with marzipan. D