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What makes Italian food so simple and so unforgettable?  Join Anna Oliva, Italian born cultural educator and public speaker, for a lively and informative series exploring the traditions, ingredients, and stories behind authentic Italian cooking.  

These lectures go beyond recipes to explain why Italian cuisine works, shaped by history, geography and everyday life. Why you'll enjoy this series:  no cooking required - just curiosity.  Clear, engaging explanations with cultural context.  Designed for adults and seniors.

Each session stands on its own and participants may register for individual lectures or the full series.

Session Topics:
May 15:  Pasta 101; types, ingredients and pairings
May 22:  Mastering Italian Sauces; techniques and regional specialities
May 29:  Beyond Pasta; regional Italian dishes
June 5:  Pizza!; a cultural and culinary icon
June 12:  Sweet Indulgences; Italian desserts

Dates:  Friday, May 15-June 12
Time:  10:30am-12noon
Fee:  $12 for members and $15 for non members per class

Instructor:  Anna Oliva

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*Secrets of the Italian Kitchen: Pasta 101 
55y and up N/A 05/15/2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Rocky Hill Community/Senior Center - Arts & Crafts Studio
$12.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
30 seat(s) available
 
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*Secrets of the Italian Kitchen: Mastering Italian Sauces 
55y and up N/A 05/22/2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Rocky Hill Community/Senior Center - Arts & Crafts Studio
$12.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
30 seat(s) available
 
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*Secrets of the Italian Kitchen: Beyond Pasta 
55y and up N/A 05/29/2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Rocky Hill Community/Senior Center - Arts & Crafts Studio
$12.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
30 seat(s) available
 
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*Secrets of the Italian Kitchen: Pizza! 
55y and up N/A 06/05/2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Rocky Hill Community/Senior Center - Arts & Crafts Studio
$12.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
30 seat(s) available
 
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*Secrets of the Italian Kitchen: Sweet Indulgences 
55y and up N/A 06/12/2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Rocky Hill Community/Senior Center - Arts & Crafts Studio
$12.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
30 seat(s) available
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