Once you master basic cooking techniques like roasting, sautéing and steaming, you can cook perfect dishes every time. Rather than recipes, this class focuses on the techniques themselves, which you will learn and then apply in a variety of dishes that include perfect roast chicken and steamed mussels with Thai curry. You will also master the techniques for cooking green vegetables and sautéeing potatoes, and learn to make a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert: honey-roasted pears with mascarpone.
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.
Unleash your creativity this holiday season in our Advanced Gingerbread House class! Perfect for bakers looking to elevate their holiday decor, this two day, hands-on workshop guides you through the entire process of designing and constructing an impressive gingerbread house. You’ll learn advanced techniques for from scratch baking, assembling, and decorating, including intricate royal icing piping, modeling chocolate embellishments, and other classic edible decorations. Our instructor will provide tips on achieving structural integrity while adding artistic flair, ensuring your house is both stunning and stable. By the end of the class, you’ll have crafted a show-stopping gingerbread house to display proudly throughout the holidays. Join us for a festive experience that blends baking with artistry, and leave with skills that will impress family and friends for years to come!
Knowing how to use knives skillfully is the foundation of all cooking, and doesn't have to be scary or frustrating. Many home and even professional cooks don't always wield a knife correctly, however, which increases food preparation time and makes the process harder --- and less safe --- than it should be. Simply put, good knives are the foundation of a well-equipped kitchen. This class remedies all these basic issues: You will learn how to slice, dice, chop, and much more in the safest and most efficient manner. This class will even guide you through the practice of keeping your knives sharp and handling them correctly.
This four-session continuation of the Wine Essentials series offers in-depth exploration and tastings of some of the world’s more interesting and unusual wines. Studies will include an expanded array of lesser-known varietals and wines, as each class concentrates on one wine category and delves into the wines’ production, characteristics and uses, including discussions of food and wine pairing. Session 1: Advanced White Wines: Side-by-Side Tasting of Interesting Aromatic and Fruity Wines. Session 2: Advanced Red Wines: In-Depth Comparison of Selected Wines From Old and New World Regions. Session 3: Off-Dry to Sweet: Exploration of Elegant Rieslings to Cru Classé Sauternes. Session 4: Fortified and Aromatized Wines With Wine Service: Fascinating Wines, From Vermouths and Sherries to Madeiras and Portos.
Elevate your Indian cooking skills with our "Essentials of Indian Cooking II" class. Explore the diverse flavors of India as you learn to prepare an authentic menu of Whole Wheat Chapati, Rogan Josh, Saucy Shrimp Vindaloo, Tadka Dal, Fragrant Cumin Rice Pulao , and Mango Lassi. Our expert chef will guide you through the techniques and ingredients that make Indian cuisine so flavorful and aromatic.
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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