La Dolce Vita. Italian Dessert Tasting

Francine Segan's World of Tasting: Join exalted food historian and expert Francine Segan as she journeys through the delicious 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 desserts. Discover the sweet advantage Italy had over the rest of Europe in developing dessert and trace the fascinating stories behind hundreds of delicious sweets." Learn about special Carnival, Easter and Christmas desserts and many ways Italy has influenced America's classic desserts. Includes a tasting of dozens of desserts and hands-on practice "sculpting" with marzipan. Read more about this event on the 92Y Blog. Date & T