Learn from the locals

In the Italian Baking Masterclass, I will teach you the same skills that I teach to my students at the panificio in Napoli, so that you can bake classic recipes your family will love and enjoy la dolce vita, no matter where you are in the world! There will also be guest chefs and creators from around Italy so that you can get knowledge from them too!
Let's bake!

Are you feeling bored, disconnected, or stressed by the daily grind? Do you wish you could find more joy and meaning in everyday moments?

The Italian Baking Masterclass is more than just a course; it’s a journey into the heart of Italian culture, designed to bring you joy, calm, and a deep connection to the simple pleasures of life.

For many, life has become a blur of routines, leaving little time for creativity, connection, or simply slowing down to savor the moment. The beauty of Italian baking is that it invites you to be present, to unwind, and to bring a bit of la dolce vita—the sweet life—into your home. This masterclass will guide you through authentic Italian recipes that don’t just fill your kitchen with beautiful aromas but also give you a chance to slow down and reconnect with yourself. Through each step, you’ll experience the satisfaction of creating something meaningful, sharing it with loved ones, and savoring the journey. Imagine waking up excited to try a new recipe, kneading dough while listening to soft music, and savoring each step in the process. With guided videos, you’ll have all you need to bake with confidence and rediscover the joy in the little things. By the end of the course, you’ll not only have mastered Italian baking but also gained a practice that brings peace, connection, and joy to your everyday life.
Begin Your Journey

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome from Amby! Benvenuto da Amby!

    2. Mindset | Mentalità

    3. Set the mood | Creare l'atmosfera

    4. Ingredients & Supplies | Ingredienti e Forniture

    5. Community | Comunità

    6. How to use this course

    7. Before we begin...

    1. Flour | Farina

    2. Yeast | Lievito

    3. Metric to Imperial Conversion Cheat Sheet

    4. Italian Lesson ft. Caroline Cimino

    5. Vocabulary | Vocabolario

    6. Fundamentals Module Survey

    1. Lemon Yogurt Plum Cake | Plum Cake al Limone

    2. Flourless Chocolate Almond Cake | Caprese Torta ft. Sarah Thompson

    3. Cakes Module Survey

    1. Pasta Frolla | Shortcrust Pastry Dough

    2. La Crostata | Jam Tart

    3. Biscotti | Cookies

    4. Pasta Frolla Module Survey

    1. Tiramisu ft. Chef Luigi Marra

    2. Cannoli ft. Santi, Dara, & Chef Carlo

    3. Pastries Module Survey

    1. Focaccia ft. Caroline Cimino & Chef Isabella

    2. Bread Module Survey

About this course

  • $399.00
  • 38 lessons

You're in the right place if...

You answer yes to any of these questions

  • Do you want to impress your loved ones with delicious Italian pastries baked by YOU at the next gathering?

  • Do you want to bring la dolce vita into your kitchen and enjoy a sweeter, softer, life?

  • Do you feel intimidated about where to start, overwhelmed by the plethora of inauthentic recipes on the internet, frustrated your dough won’t rise, or afraid of your desserts coming out wrong after hours of effort?

Bring la dolce vita into your kitchen

Enroll today

In this program, you will

  • Master Italian Baking

    Master savory & sweet recipes, such as la caprese, la crostata, biscotti, tiramisu, cannoli, focaccia, brioche, cornetti, and more...

  • Make New Friends

    Connect with like-minded individuals through the course's online community and live group classes

  • Impress your Loved Ones

    Host a gathering with fresh recipes baked by YOU

What You'll Get:

  • 10 in-depth modules: Start with the fundamentals of the Italian baking, progress to cakes, pasta frolla, pastries, breads, and graduate with an advanced brioche series. By the end, you’ll be able to make buttery & flaky cornetti that taste like the ones from the bakery!

  • Hands-On Learning: Through easy-step-by-step directions, start baking delicious sweet & savory goodies immediately. Perfect for all levels.

  • Learn from the Locals: Get taught by local Italian chefs & creators from Cinque Terre, Napoli, Sorrento, Sicily, and more. Learn family-recipes that have been passed down through generations of Italians.

Guest Chefs

Luciana Maio

Guest Chef

Luciana is a third-generation panettiere and Amby's mentor. She is the owner of Panificio Maio Salvatore, a historical bread bakery that has served Naples, Italy for nearly 100 years.

Luigi Marra

Guest Chef

Luigi is a renowned Neapolitan pizzaiolo and owner of Pizzeria San Carlo 17.

Priscilla Stuart

Guest Chef

Priscilla is a passionate and enthusiastic Montreal-born chef who now resides in Palermo, Italy. I love exploring the vibrant food culture around me. She is passionate about regional delicacies, fresh ingredients from local farmers markets, and traditional recipes. Her professional experience includes working at restaurants, menu consulting, recipe development, and teaching cooking classes for the last six years.

Guest Creators

Dorothea Shahraki

Guest Creator

Santi Raimondo and Dara Shahraki are an international couple brought together by their mutual love for family, food, and fitness. Santi, from Sicily, Italy, and Dara, from San Diego, California, met in Italy while Dara was vacationing with her family. Their instant connection led to a beautiful love story. Now, 9 years later, they are happily married and raising their daughters in Sicily. As owners of two gyms in Sicily, Santi and Dara are dedicated personal trainers.

Sarah Thompson

Guest Creator

Sarah L. Thompson is an American immersed in Italian life along the Amalfi Coast. Her Italian journey began in 2014, studying in Rome, where love for the culture sparked. Extending my stay, meeting my husband, Luigi. And we're now a family with two kids, Chiara and Sergio James. She is the founder of Luxama Travel, dedicated to curating bespoke luxury vacations for fellow wanderlust travelers.

Caroline Cimino

Guest Creator

Caroline has spent the last 10 years living on the Italian Riviera in Cinque Terre. Her mission is to share the hidden beauty and local treasures of Liguria with people visiting from around the world. She is also an Italian language instructor.

What My Students Are Saying:

“I now approach baking as a source of relaxation and meditation. Making the crostata and lemon tiramisu felt like I was bringing a piece of Italian tradition to my home. Also, making the treccia and surprising my best friend who is Italian was very special. She was so excited! ”

Glori O

“I baked a fresh Caprese Torta, the Italian chocolate almond cake, for my friend's birthday. So yummy and moist!! She loved it! I also enjoyed making the fresh pasta- the sauce was so good & uncomplicated, and I used fresh tomatoes and basil from my garden.”

Michel H

“I had so much fun learning all these recipes- I even started a foodstagram! My aunt loved the crostata that I baked for her birthday.”

Tiffany M

FAQ

  • Can’t I just watch YouTube videos?

    Sure, but you won’t have the support of a community to keep you motivated, to celebrate your successes, and to help you when you have questions. You also won't have guidance from myself and the other instructors, access to years of local knowledge from a third generation panetierre, professional pizzaiolo, and our other redeemed chefs. You won't have exclusive guides and lessons to help you master classic Italian baking, nor will you have a tried and tested framework to get you results.

  • The course is expensive. Can you offer it for less?

    he chefs in this course usually charge $100 per person, per LESSON. Consider that you’re getting about 20 lessons ($2,000 value), plus the other perks, for a total of $499. That’s a steal. Also, this is a very unique combination of chefs and creators from around Italy that I have personally selected to participate in this course. You won’t be able to find this knowledge elsewhere.

  • What’s the return policy?

    If you try the course and don’t like it, I have a 30 day 100% money back guarantee. I just request photo proof that you tried to make at least 3 recipes. However, all of these recipes have been tested by myself, the other creators, chefs, past students, and I think you’re going to love it!

  • I’m really busy, what’s the workload?

    I created Italian Baking 101 as a method to slow down and relax. I understand that we are all busy adults, so all of the lessons are pre-recorded with downloadable PDFs. You will have lifetime access to the course, so if you miss a week, it’s all good!

  • I’m not a skilled baker—will I be able to keep up?

    Absolutely! The course is designed for all skill levels, and I’ll guide you step by step.

Bring Italy to your kitchen today

Enroll today