Learn the secrets behind a beautifully made five-star hotel bed and bring those techniques home! In this hands-on class, students will practice professional bed-making skills in CALV’s mock hotel rooms, learning how to create crisp, polished linens, perfectly placed pillows, and a luxurious bedroom look you can recreate at home.

Master the art of creating rich, creamy no-bake cheesecake in this hands-on baking class. Learn techniques for preparing a smooth filling, crafting a flavorful crust, and decorating with delicious toppings to create an elegant dessert without turning on the oven.

Explore the history and traditional flavors of Hawaiian poke in this hands-on culinary class. Learn the fundamentals of preparing this iconic dish, then get creative with unique ingredients and modern flavor combinations to build a poke dish that’s uniquely your own.

Discover the art of handmade pasta in this hands-on culinary class. Learn to create delicate agnolotti filled with sweet, savory butternut squash, then shape, cook, and finish this classic Italian pasta for a delicious and elegant seasonal dish.

Learn to prepare classic Sole Française in this hands-on culinary class. Lightly flour delicate sole, dip it in an egg batter, and pan-fry it to golden perfection before finishing it with a bright lemon-butter sauce made right in the skillet. A simple, elegant French classic.

Join us for this hands-on class focused on creating a comforting, flavorful meal with a lighter twist. You’ll learn how to prepare creamy cauliflower polenta, roast seasonal vegetables with a sweet and tangy maple-balsamic glaze, and sauteed shrimp to pair it all together. We’ll finish with tips for balancing flavors, timing each component, and plating a colorful, satisfying dish. 

Explore the delicious world of chocolate in this interactive tasting experience. Learn how chocolate is made, discover the differences between milk, dark, and white chocolate, and explore how cocoa origin, percentage, roasting, and processing influence flavor. Taste a variety of chocolates from around the world while learning professional tasting techniques and identifying notes such as fruit, spice, caramel, nuts, and coffee.

Warm up with the ultimate winter pairing in this hands-on class. Learn to prepare a rich, comforting Hot Buttered Rum alongside delicate French gougères—light, savory cheese puffs that are perfect for pairing with a festive cocktail or sharing with friends. Participants must be 21+ to register.