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Thu, Apr 23
|Book Society
La Dolce Vita: Cookies & Wine with Domenica Marchetti
Sip, savor, and dunk! Join us for a deliciously indulgent evening with cookbook author Domenica Marchetti and Kitty Oestlien, co-founder of Tansy Wines, as we explore Italy’s sweetest traditions through an unforgettable cookie and wine tasting inspired by Italian Cookies.
Time & Location
Apr 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
About the event
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…
Tickets
Book Society Members
Members-only ticket. (Membership to be validated) Becoming a member today to enjoy this special rate, plus lots of other perks! For more information and to join now visit www.booksociety.social/membership
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
General Admission
Non-member ticket rate
$45.00
+$1.13 ticket service fee
Member Ticket + Book
Book Society Member Ticket + a copy of Italian Cookies
$64.00
+$1.60 ticket service fee
General Admission + Book
General Admission + copy of Italian Cookies
$79.00
+$1.98 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00