With a history that includes masters like DaVinci and Michaelangelo, if there is anything that Italians are known for as much as their cuisine, it’s art. So, why not combine the two? That’s exactly what we will be doing at our Dinner and a Painting Night! You will spend the first part of the evening with local artist Nick Biagini, who will guide you as you create your own masterpiece to take home, and then we will enjoy a beautiful three course dinner while your painting dries.

After enjoying some light appetizers on arrival, each participant will create their own painting with all supplies and step-by-step instruction provided by Nick Biagini. Nick was an educator for over 30 years and founded Biagini’s Colours over 20 years ago, teaching painting to thousands of children and adults. He was the Arts Coordinator for the Toronto Catholic District School Board and was instrumental in building the Board’s Art programs.

Once your painting is complete, we will settle in for a traditional three-course Italian meal, before packing up your masterpiece to take home. The night’s menu will include:

PRIMO

Risotto al’Asparagi

Risotto with asparagus and mascarpone

SECONDO

Pollo al’Limone

chicken scallopini, lemon butter sauce, broccolini, fingerling potatoes

DOLCE

Tiramisu

Where: Cucina Mauro Kitchen Cafe, 76 Densley Avenue, Unit 3 (facing Sheffield St on east side of building), Toronto (near Keele St and Lawrence Ave)

When: May 1, 2025, 6:30 p.m.

Cost: $140 per person (plus HST)