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  • Marino & The Dough offers a premium, hands-on pizza masterclass experience that brings the craft of authentic Italian pizza right into your home. Led by Australian-Italian pizza artisan Luke Marino, these private classes blend food, connection, and craftsmanship into one unforgettable event.

    Perfect for:

    • Team building events for businesses on the Gold Coast

    • Hens' parties and bridal celebrations

    • Birthday parties and special occasions

    • Interactive bonding with friends, family, and colleagues

    Whether you're planning a private gathering or a corporate event, Marino & The Dough transforms any evening into a relaxed, elevated experience — where every guest learns, creates, and savours the joy of true Italian pizza.

  • Our masterclasses are designed for private groups of 6 to 10 guests.

    Host an evening with friends, family, or workmates — and we’ll take care of the rest. If you're looking for unique hens party ideas or fresh team building ideas on the Gold Coast, this experience is designed for you.

  • Our masterclasses are mobile! We travel to homes, offices, or private venues across the Gold Coast and surrounding areas, transforming your kitchen into your own Italian pizzeria.

  •  Every private class includes:

    • A relaxed, hands-on Italian pizza masterclass led by Luke Marino

    • Full setup — we provide all professional equipment and premium ingredients.

    • A curated menu of toppings, plus a seasonal special created by Luke.

    • Guidance on stretching, topping, and baking your pizza to perfection.

    • One full pizza per guest — crafted by you, enjoyed fresh and hot.

    • Time to sit back, enjoy dinner together, and soak in the evening.

    You don’t need to bring anything except your good vibes — maybe some music, some drinks, and a few light snacks if you like.

  • Bookings start at $149 per person for groups of 6 guests minimum.

    You can add up to 4 additional guests (for a maximum group of 10).

  • Cancellations within 7 days of your booking are non-refundable.

    Rescheduling must also be requested at least 7 days in advance to allow us to accommodate changes.

    Read the full T&C’s here.

  • Very little — we bring all the ingredients, tools, and equipment.
    You’ll just need to provide:

    • A clean kitchen benchtop, dining table, or similar workspace (a photo in advance will be helpful)

    • An outdoor area for our gas-powered pizza oven

    • Permission to use gas equipment at your location

    Before the event, you’ll also select your pizzas from our curated menu — nothing complicated, just something delicious to look forward to.

    Luke will arrive 15–30 minutes early to set up.

    All you need to bring is your guests, your music, your drinks — and we’ll handle the rest

  • We do our best to accommodate dietary needs and preferences. Just let us know any special requests when you book.

  • Yes! If you're planning a larger event or want a private chef experience for your next gathering, please contact us for more information about our private catering options on the Gold Coast.

  • Booking your Marino & The Dough masterclass is simple:

    1. Click "Book Now" to purchase your group class.

    2. Select your group size

    3. Once booked, we'll be in touch to confirm everything and help you plan an incredible evening.