Something always seems to be going on at Eataly Silicon Valley. After all, there is a thriving Italian marketplace, upscale dining, cooking classes, and ongoing special events. What’s more, Eataly will make your visit even better by announcing its very own line of pasta. Eataly Silicon Valley offers a Pasta Camp from April 16-19 to celebrate its new pasta line. This will include special gourmet dinners, hands-cooking classes, and an all-access Pasta Camp Experience. For an elegant taste of Italy, visit Eataly Silicon Valley. Buon appetito!
Eataly Silicon Valley
2855 Stevens Creek Blvd.
San Jose, CA 95050
(650) 456-9200
www.eataly.com/silicon-valley
Eataly Silicon Valley’s Pasta Camp
If you’re interested in signing up for one of the Pasta Camp events, there is no time to waste. That’s because one event, the Southern Pasta Camp on April 16, has already sold out. Fortunately, tickets remain available for the Pasta Camp Dinner in La Pizza & La Pasta and Festa in the Marketplace. Of course, if you are interested in attending all the week’s festivities, Pasta Camp All-Access tickets are also available.
Trying Eataly Pasta at La Pizza & La Pasta
In addition to Pasta Camp, you can enjoy the new Pasta at Eataly Silicon Valley. From April 12-28, the store will showcase the new pasta line in a specially curated menu. You can book a reservation online for the store’s signature restaurant, Terra, or La Pizza & La Pasta.
Unique Menu Dishes at La Pizza & La Pasta
- Eataly Spaghetti – Classic: Aglio, Olio e Peperoncino | Unexpected: All’ Arrabiata e Burrata
- Eataly Bucatini – Classic: Cacio e Pepe | Unexpected: Cacio e Pepe, Finferli e Burro al Tartufo
- Eataly Linguine – Classic: Al Pesto | Unexpected: Al Pesto e Granchio
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About Eataly’s New Pasta
Eataly’s new pasta line of products is made from 100% Italian wheat semolina and mountain spring water. The pasta is bronze drawn and then slowly dried at a low temperature. Produced in Naples, Italy, nine different pasta varieties, including spaghetti, rigatoni, and tortellini, are available. Each item comes in a 17.6-ounce package priced at just $9.90 each. Another new pasta is bucatini, although it is not currently available. In addition, you can purchase all the pasta-abilities, which include eight different kinds of pasta, and sells for $78.90. As with other Eataly products, you can buy online for delivery or pick up. Eataly also sells gluten-free pasta, as well as many gourmet items, like Ars Italica caviar, black winter truffles, and Japanese wagyu.
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What to Expect in an Eataly Cooking Class
One of the reasons why Eataly has been enormously successful is its commitment to world-class culinary education. Moreover, these cooking classes are available for all levels of cooking skills. That’s to say, nothing of the notion that you can receive cooking instruction from expert chefs and hands-on instruction in preparing Italian dishes.
A Diverse Curriculum from Eataly
In addition to Pasta Camp, the cooking classes at Eataly Silicon Valley cover a broad range of topics. For instance, one class may feature pasta making, while another might be pizza making or regional Italian cuisine.
Expert Instructors
At Eataly Silicon Valley or any other Eataly location, you can attend cooking classes led by experts in Italian cuisine. For example, a chef or expert cook at Eataly Silicon Valley may teach you how to make traditional dishes like lasagna or Neapolitan-style pizza. Whomever your presenter may be, you’ll receive master cooking instruction in a small group setting.
Hands-On Learning
It doesn’t matter what level of cooking skills you may have; you can improve your talents with hands-on learning at Eataly. In some detail, you might learn how to knead dough or sauté fresh produce. Of course, you’ll also use premium ingredients in these cooking classes, such as imported Italian cheeses and olive oil.
Small Class Sizes at Eataly Silicon Valley
Like any other location, Eataly Silicon Valley has small class sizes to ensure a quality learning experience. This also allows you to ask your instructor questions and receive feedback on your presentation. This small class format will allow you to connect with other Italian food enthusiasts. You will receive printed Italian recipes to take home with you at the end of your class instruction or even prior.
Format Variety
While many cooking classes are single-session workshops, Eataly has other class formats. For instance, you can consider multi-day cooking courses or participating in a Tasting Tour of Eataly. Equally important is class instruction on Italian wine varietals, with an opportunity to sample three Italian wines. There is an Eataly cooking class practically every day of the week. There’s even a kid’s class for pasta making.
How to Get to Eataly Silicon Valley
Eataly Silicon Valley is located at the Westfield Valley Fair shopping center. There is plenty of parking available, including valet parking.
South Valet Parking
The south valet parking off Stevens Creek Boulevard is in front of Westfield’s new Restaurant Collection area. After passing through the Restaurant Collection, you will find Eataly Silicon Valley on your right. Because the store encompasses three levels, you can access escalators and elevators.
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Parking Garages at Westfield Valley Fair
If you prefer to park alone, there are three primary parking garages. The closet main lot is the Steven’s Creek parking garage. However, the recommendation is to park at the Winchester Parking Garage, as it has several parking spaces. As for the Steven’s Creek garage, it is closer but may not have space available when it’s busy. Either way, you must note where you park and at which garage. From the Winchester garage, it’s just a short walk past Bowlero and Icon Theatre. To make it a little easier to find your way, Eataly Silicon Valley is located at the restaurant level of iChina. Please note that the first two hours of parking are free, with a maximum rate of $10.
About Eataly Silicon Valley
One of the exciting new additions to the multi-million dollar expansion of Westfield Valley Fair is Eataly Silicon Valley. Unveiled during the expansion, Eataly Silicon Valley encompasses 45,000 square feet across three levels. While this store is not among the largest Eataly locations, it’s still an impressive, state-of-the-art facility. Indeed, it’s phenomenal, with two outstanding restaurants, a gorgeous Italian marketplace, and a fabulous wine selection. Furthermore, the store features five separate counter or café sections: Il Gelato, La Pasticceria, and Caffé Lavazza.
About Eataly
Created in 2007 by Oscar Farinetti in Torino, Italy, Eataly is a successful global retail and dining concept. Since its inception, Eataly has expanded worldwide, with multiple locations in Europe, Asia, and the United States. In addition, several stores are planned to open in cities like Hong Kong, London, Mexico City, and Singapore. Eataly is headquartered in Monticello d’Alba, not far from its original store in Torino (Turin).
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About the Author
Randy Yagi is an award-winning writer who served as the National Travel Writer for CBS from 2012 to 2019. More than 900 of his stories still appear in syndication across 23 CBS websites, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco. During his peak years with CBS, Randy had a reported digital audience reach of 489 million and 5.5 million monthly visitors. Additionally, his stories have appeared in the Daily Meal, CBS News, CBS Radio, Engadget, NBC.com, NJ.com, and Radio.com. He earned a Media Fellowship from Stanford University.
