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 and spend some time with mom enjoying a traditional Italian-themed brunch buffet, followed by a hands-on painting class, with step-by-step instructions to create your own masterpieces. The brunch and painting will take place at the Cucina Mauro Kitchen Cafe’s industrial-chic trattoria style space, with it’s unique ambiance and Italian flair.

Your painting guide will be local artist 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. All supplies will be provided.

Brunch Buffet Menu

Cornetti

Freshly-baked butter, chocolate, and pistachio Italian-style croissants

Salumi e Formaggi

Selection of Italian cured meats, cheeses, olives, vegetable preserves, and focaccia

Fritatta

Assortment of gourmet-curated Italian-style omelettes

Salsiccia

Roasted Italian-fennel seed sausage

Patate e Pipi

Calabrese-style roasted potatoes and peppers dressed with extra virigin olive oil and oregano

Frutta

Assortment of fresh fruit, Balkan yogurt, house-made granola

Crespelle

Italian-style crepes with lemon mascarpone

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 10, 2026, 11:00 a.m. (brunch 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; painting 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.)

Cost: $125 per person (plus HST)