No party in New Orleans would be complete without Louisiana's trademark regional cuisine. Join two-time "Chopped" champion Chef James Briscione for a grand tour of the classics perfect for Mardi Gras, the most festive day in this most festive city. Your menu includes Shrimp Gumbo; Jambalaya; Crawfish Etouffée; Red Beans and Rice; Beignets; and Hurricane Cocktails.
You will work in teams to execute the class menu. At the end of class, participants gather to enjoy the food they have prepared. Wine is served with meals in most classes. All class menus are subject to change. While a snack platter is offered in both morning and evening classes, you may want to consider a light snack before joining us for class. Students are encouraged to bring a light lunch or dinner to all pastry classes.
You will work in teams to execute the class menu. At the end of class, participants gather to enjoy the food they have prepared. Wine is served with meals in most classes. All class menus are subject to change. While a snack platter is offered in both morning and evening classes, you may want to consider a light snack before joining us for class. Students are encouraged to bring a light lunch or dinner to all pastry classes.
The South is quite possibly the most delicious region in the country. It's hard not to love its fried...well, its fried everything, plus its braised vegetables and its mile-high pies and cakes. In the land of biscuits and sweet tea, life centers around mealtimes. Come learn a few of those Southern favorites, including: pimento cheese; Southern fried chicken; slow-roasted barbecue ribs; biscuits with honey butter; and braised collard greens. You will sip on sweet tea to complete your feast.
Explore plant-based Japanese-inspired cooking in this hands-on class, where you'll create a flavor-packed bento box using fresh ingredients and innovative techniques. Learn how to transform vegetables and tofu into exciting dishes with contrasting textures and flavors ranging from sweet to umami. Students will work in groups to make Marinated Tomato ‘Tuna’ Nigiri with Aquafaba Spicy Mayo; Eggplant ‘Eel’ Nigiri with Seaweed Caviar Pearls; Smoked Edamame with Toasted Nori Furikake; Sweet Root Sesame Kinpira; and Yuzu Ponzu Glazed Tofu with Snow Peas. (Note: This class is vegan & gluten free.)
Israel, considered the center of the universe in ancient times, is at the juncture of Europe, Asia and Africa, with its coast on the Mediterranean. Its cuisine reflects the influences of all of the cultures around it, and the refugees who have settled there in modern times. You'll explore modern and traditional Israeli cooking when you make: cheese bourekas (flaky pastry-filled puffs); fried cauliflower with tahini sauce; chicken meatballs in tomato sauce with toasted Israeli couscous; and fattoush (pita salad).
A bold blend of East Asia, Southeast Asia and France, Vietnamese food captivates through its refreshing flavors, varied textures and vibrant colors. In this class, you will explore the fundamental techniques and ingredients behind some of Vietnam's treasured dishes, including goi dua chuot (cucumber and shrimp salad); Banh Mi (baguette sandwiches filled with five-spice beef and pickled vegetables) and Ga Xao Xa Ot (chicken stir-fried with lemongrass and chile).
Ranked as America’s Best Culinary School (USAToday 2019), our roster of Chef-Instructors have run top kitchens around the globe.
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