Essentials of Burgundian Cooking

Of the many steakhouses in the U.S., few have a “signature dish.” Among those that do, their claims to fame range from sides and sweets to the steaks themselves. In this cooking class, you’ll prepare a multi-course meal of signature dishes from America’s most renowned steakhouses. Recipes include: chopped salad with hearts of palm, artichoke hearts, and blue cheese from Morton's in Chicago; skirt steak with red wine mojo and orange salsa from Chef Allen's in Aventura, Florida; German-style hash brown potatoes from Peter Luger in Brooklyn, New York; plus mushrooms and onions from Morton's.

Make the one-pot profusion of Spanish flavors that paella comprises --- seafood, chicken, chorizo, rice and more --- come to life. You'll learn to make masterful cuttlefish-ink paella and paella from Valencia, in addition to some spectacular Spanish tapas. Your menu includes: garlic shrimp; tortilla española; arroz negro paella; and paella valenciana (paella with shrimp, chicken and chorizo).

The popularity of Korean BBQ is growing, fueled by the DIY aspect of making dinner with friends and family and eating as you cook. You don’t have to have a table with a built-in grill to enjoy your favorite flavor-packed grilled meats at home: grill pans on your stove or an outdoor grill are great stand-ins. Your menu starts with gyeran jjim (steamed egg custard); then moves to the grilling of sokalbi gui (beef short ribs) and samgyeopsal (pork belly) and assorted banchan (spicy vegetable side dishes) complete the meal.

Spend this Valentine’s Day in the ICE version of a classic New York City steakhouse. You and your loved one will learn all the techniques and recipes you need to replicate your favorite steakhouse experience at home. You'll make and enjoy: classic shrimp cocktail; Caesar salad; grilled New York strip with beurre maitre d'hotel; creamed spinach; truffled mashed potatoes, and Champagne.