{"title":"Cooking Class","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"lc23-making-limoncello-from-tuscany-limoncello-spritzer-and-italian-cream-puffs-filled-with-limoncello-custard","title":"LC23: Making Limoncello from Tuscany, Limoncello Spritzer, and Italian Cream Puffs filled with Limoncello Custard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoin Kelly from Gia's Italian Kitchen in this hands on class!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass Need to Know Info\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe kindly ask you to take note of our Requirements and Policies:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial dietary needs or restrictions? Let us know at least 5 days in advance so we can work our culinary magic and accommodate your needs. 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We have two children and both work full-time. Like other busy families, we juggle a lot. However, we always make time for family dinners. Mealtime with our children is vital for keeping family ties strong and our Italian heritage alive. I have worked in finance all my life, but sharing my love of Italian cooking with others has always been a passion of mine. 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