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In the Kitchen with Loretta Paganini January

Loretta Paganini cooking class Sanibel is the kind of island morning you’ll talk about all week. You cook, you learn, and you eat well. Then you head back to your vacation rental happy.
Loretta Paganini cooking class Sanibel overview
This hands-on class puts you “in the kitchen with Loretta.” You’ll make an incredible four-course meal from start to finish. Along the way, you’ll sharpen knife skills and build confidence with classic techniques.
Loretta Paganini cooking class Sanibel date and time
This class runs Saturday, January 31, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Plan to arrive a little early. That way, you start relaxed.
The class takes place at The Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. It’s an easy drive from anywhere on Sanibel or Captiva.
Loretta Paganini cooking class Sanibel menu and skills you’ll practice
You’ll cook multiple courses and enjoy each dish as you go. So it feels like a true culinary experience, not just a demo.
Menu highlights include arancini, Caesar salad with Parmigiano crepes, homemade ravioli, veal scaloppine, and panna cotta.
About Chef Loretta Paganini
Chef Loretta Paganini brings deep Italian culinary roots and formal training to the kitchen. She studied at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and founded the Loretta Paganini School of Cooking.
Make it a Sanibel & Captiva getaway
Pair this class with beach walks and slow island afternoons. Also, it’s a great “rain plan” that still feels special.
Loretta Paganini cooking class Sanibel where to stay
Stay on Sanibel or Captiva with Kingfisher. Then you can keep the morning simple and close to Periwinkle. Plus, a full kitchen makes it fun to recreate what you learned.
FAQs
What does a ticket include?
You’ll learn a four-course meal from start to finish, and you’ll savor dishes as they’re completed.
How much does it cost?
Community House Members pay $80. Non-Members pay $95.
