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  • La Primavera: Spring in Tuscany Cooking Experience

    Monday, April 13, 2026

    Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm

    The Recipe

    28 N Liberty St, Powell, OH 43065

    Join us once again for "La Primavera," an immersive cooking and cultural event at The Recipe Cooking & Company Monday, April 13 from 6-8pm. This event is open to Chicchi Club members and their guests. 

    Experience the flavors of springtime in Italy as you participate in a hands-on cooking class, learning to prepare a delightful menu of traditional dishes.

  • Andiamo a Little Italy, CLE

    Saturday, May 16, 2026

    Time: Full Day Trip (9:30 am arrival in Cleveland)

    Starting Location: Corbo’s Bakery, Little Italy, Cleveland

    12210 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106

    Join us for a curated Saturday road trip celebrating Italian-American heritage, flavors, and community. The day includes breakfast and lunch, cultural site entry, wine tasting, and a relaxed aperitivo as we explore Cleveland’s Little Italy—featuring stops like Corbo’s Bakery, the Italian American Museum of Cleveland, Holy Rosary Church, and a shared meal at Guarino’s, with a closing toast at Cent’Anni Italian Speakeasy and Amaro Bar. This intimate experience is limited to 30 participants and promises a meaningful day of culture and connection.

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Previous events

  • Bada-Bingo!

    As our premier fundraiser, this event blended lively bingo with a lovely night out, featuring prizes that ranged from diamond earrings to cooking classes, Italian language lessons, and more.

  • Passeggiata d'Arte: An Italian Art Walk

    Guided by Rosa DiGrottole from the Italian Dream Academy, this unique tour at the art museum transported us through the captivating world of Italian art.

  • Mozzarella Making

    We had so much fun making fresh mozzarella together at Weiland's Market. A little wine, a little cheese, what could be better?

  • International Women's Day: Service Project

    We gathered to create welcome packages for the new families of the YWCA.

  • Italian Wine Tasting

    Hosted at Gentile’s Wine Sellers, this tasting invited members and guests to explore a curated selection of Italian wines while enjoying appetizers and expert insights.

  • Family Picnic

    Held at Land-Grant’s Gravity Park, this gathering brought families together for a joyful afternoon of shared dishes, lawn games, and community connection.

  • Bocce Basics

    We went to Pins to learn some basic bocce skills and enjoy the company of our amazing members.

  • Discover Your Italian Roots

    We dug into our past and discovered the tools to unlock the history of our ancestry.

  • Pasta Making Class

    We ate, drank, and made fresh pasta! Led by expert Pastaio, Angelo Pelino.

  • CIC Mixer

    We mixed and mingled with Chicchi Club and Columbus Italian Club members.

  • Mangia. Mangia.

    We mingled. We drank. We dined. The Recipe Cooking & Co. and EDV Wines gave us a tour of Italy through wine and cuisine.

  • Membership Launch Party

    Oh what a night! We threw a great Happy Hour at the gorgeous Panacea Luxury Spa to kick off our official membership launch.

  • We're Ballers. Bocce Ballers.

    Check out your fave babes at Giammarco’s Grotto on Tuesday nights for some fall bocce! The other teams never saw us coming!

  • Festa Di Biscotti

    Members and guests came together to spread holiday cheer at our second annual cookie exchange—a merry evening filled with treats, toasts, and seasonal delight.

  • Happy Hour Meet Up

    Members enjoyed a relaxed gathering at Carfagna’s, where they mingled, unwound, and explored the many Italian delights of the holiday season. With no formal agenda, the evening was all about good company and conversation.

  • Potluck Perfection

    Our third annual Member Potluck at COhatch Polaris brought together homemade Italian goodness, plenty of laughs, and a sneak peek at the club’s latest plans. Community, conversation, and carbs—what more could you want?

  • Winter Wonders

    Members and guests enjoyed an elegant evening at Worthington Jewelers—sparkling pieces, sweet bites, Valentine’s wish lists, and a beautiful story of Italian heritage. A night filled with charm and great company.

  • Passeggiata d’Arte

    Members enjoyed a guided art walk with Rosa DiGrottole from the Italian Dream Academy, exploring Artemisia Gentileschi: Naples to Beirut—one of Italy’s most celebrated women painters.

  • Mimosa Mingle

    Members gathered at Panacea Luxury Spa to celebrate International Women’s Day with an inspiring panel of Italian and Italian-American women. Through stories of heritage, journey, and resilience, the afternoon was filled with meaningful conversation, connection, and community.


Pasta Making Class
Apr
25

Pasta Making Class

Immersive pasta-making experience! Featuring a 3 course meal, cash bar, and personal bag of freshly made pasta. Learn to make pasta dough from scratch with Pasta, Angelo Pelino at Pelino’s on Pearl. $100 for Members $125 for Non-Members

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Wine & Antipasti Pairing
Jun
7

Wine & Antipasti Pairing

Join us for a regional journey through Italy as we pair antipasti and wine. Every attendee will get a custom Chicchi Club cutting board.

Ticket price: $25

Once your spot is reserved we will send you a link for payment.

 

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!

 

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