Hands-on Cooking Classes & Private Parties at the Restaurant — $100 pp. Learn More & Reserve →
Hands shaping fresh homemade pasta on a flour-dusted board
Hands-On In Our Kitchen

Cooking Classes at Maria's Trattoria

Spend an evening cooking — and eating — your way through a complete Italian menu, right inside the dining room of Maria's Trattoria. Perfect for date nights, friend groups, birthdays, corporate teams, and private parties.

$100per person · ingredients, dinner, beer, red wine & white wine included
The Evening

What You'll Make

A full hands-on menu, start to finish — guided by our chefs in the trattoria kitchen.

01

Fresh Mozzarella

Stretch and shape silky mozzarella by hand from warm curd — still the most magical moment of the night.

02

Caprese Salad

Fresh mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes, sweet basil, and an exquisite balsamic reduction.

03

Many Homemade Pastas

Roll out and cut fresh pasta dough into multiple different traditional styles, learning the secrets of the perfect bite.

04

Sit Down & Eat

Pour a glass, gather at the table, and enjoy everything you just made together as a group.

05

Tiramisu Finale

Layer espresso-soaked ladyfingers with mascarpone cream to finish the night on the perfect sweet note.

From Our Kitchen

Nights to Remember

A look inside recent classes at Maria's Trattoria — fresh pasta, full tables, and a whole lot of laughs.

Guests stretching long fresh pasta ribbons across the dining room at Maria's Trattoria
Hands rolling and cutting fresh pasta dough along the prep table
Guests working the pasta press together during a hands-on cooking class
Class group holding fresh pasta at sunset outside Maria's Trattoria
Chef stretching a long ribbon of fresh pasta dough above the table
Boards of freshly made tortellini dusted with flour
Guests holding up long ribbons of fresh pasta together
Guests proudly holding a tray of homemade ravioli
Family showing off trays of fresh ravioli together
Group gathered around the prep table in the trattoria dining room
Buyouts & Groups

Private Parties & Corporate Events

Bring your team, your friends, or your family. We host private cooking parties, corporate team-building nights, birthdays, bachelorette gatherings, and full restaurant buyouts.

Every event is tailored — from the menu to the pacing — and finishes the way every Italian night should: gathered at the table, eating what you just made.

  • Hands-on instruction from our chefs
  • All ingredients, equipment, and aprons provided
  • Beer, red wine, and white wine included
  • Soft drinks included
  • Custom menus for dietary needs
  • Minimum 10 to maximum 25 people (Please email us if you have a larger group)
  • Bookings required at least 72h in advance
  • Weekday/Weeknight & weekend availability
Questions or Reservations

Get In Touch

Have a question about our cooking classes, or want to book a private party? Send a note below or reach out directly — we'll get right back to you.

Location

240 Quincy Ave, Braintree, MA 02184

Five-Star Reviews

Loved By Our Guests

Stories from recent classes and private parties at Maria's Trattoria.

"Best date night we've had in years! Maria and the team were so welcoming, the wine was flowing, and we actually learned how to make pasta from scratch. Already planning to bring friends."
Sarah & Tom L.
Date Night · Quincy, MA
"Booked the whole restaurant for my sister's bachelorette and it was magical. Everyone got so into the cooking, the food was unreal, and the chefs were hilarious. 10/10."
Rebecca H.
Bachelorette Party · Boston, MA
"Took my team of 18 here and it was the best team event we've ever done. Hands-on, fun, and we all walked out full and happy. Way better than another generic dinner."
Mark P.
Corporate Team Building · Braintree, MA
"I wanted something different for my birthday and this was perfect. Making fresh mozzarella was the highlight. The tiramisu we made ourselves was the best dessert I've ever had."
Linda C.
60th Birthday · Hingham, MA
"Such a fun and intimate experience. The chefs explained everything clearly and we left with real skills (and full bellies). Worth every dollar."
Jen & Mike R.
Anniversary · Weymouth, MA
"We laughed the entire night. Great wine, great food, and a wonderful atmosphere. The Maria's Trattoria team treats you like family. Going back this fall!"
Olivia B.
Girls' Night · Milton, MA