Sip, savor, and dunk!
Join us for a deliciously unique evening that brings together two of our favorite things—cookies and wine—in celebration of Italian Cookies, the latest book from the authority in Italian cooking, Domenica Marchetti.
In this special event, Domenica will share stories and recipes from her newest cookbook, which captures the heart of Italy’s cookie culture—from rustic almond twists and crumbly cornmeal sbrisolona to spiced red wine biscotti meant for dunking. Together, we’ll explore the history and regional influences behind these classic dolci while enjoying a tasting of cookies made with and for wine.
Guiding us through the pairings will be Kitty Oestlien, co-founder of Tansy Wines, who will be pouring a selection of Tansy’s thoughtfully crafted wines. With a focus on Italian varietals grown in California, Tansy is a modern, women-owned and women-made brand that Kitty founded in partnership with A16 restaurant owner Shelley Lindgren over a shared love of southern Italian wines.
Get ready for an indulgent tasting that blends culinary storytelling, tradition, and a touch of la dolce vita!
Your ticket includes:
A guided tasting of Italian cookies and wines curated by Domenica and Kitty
Conversation with Domenica on the stories and traditions behind Italian Cookies
Expert insights on Italian varietals and wine pairings from Kitty Oestlien
Option to pre-purchase copies of Italian Cookies at checkout. A limited number of copies will also be available for purchase at the event.
About the Author
Domenica Marchetti is a celebrated champion of Italian home cooking and the author of several acclaimed cookbooks, including The Glorious Pasta of Italy, Preserving Italy, and Williams-Sonoma Everyday Italian. A former journalist with a master’s degree from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, she brings a storyteller’s curiosity and a cook’s intuition to every recipe. Her work has appeared in The Washington Post, Food & Wine, La Cucina Italiana, and more.
Domenica teaches cooking classes across the U.S. and leads small-group culinary tours in Italy. She divides her time between Virginia and Abruzzo—her family’s homeland and the inspiration for many of her recipes. For recipes, stories, and upcoming events, visit her at Domenica Cooks.
About the Wine Expert
Kitty Oestlien is the co-founder of Tansy Wines. A seasoned business builder, she has led branding, go-to-market strategy, and communications for leading Silicon Valley companies including Dropbox and Symantec, helping launch products used by millions.
Wine has long been a through line in her life—her family were early settlers in Australia’s Barossa Valley, and she has completed her sommelier certifications. Today, she lives in Napa with her family, where she is planting her first vineyard.
