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Italian Pasta Salad
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Italian Pasta Salad

$30

with Letrice Howard

Learn to prepare a hearty Italian Pasta Salad featuring cured meats, fresh vegetables, herbs, and perfectly cooked pasta. Students will create a bold, made-from-scratch red wine vinaigrette to tie together savory flavors in this colorful, crowd-pleasing classic.

Classic Bánh Mì Sandwiches

$35

with Vincent Perez

Calendar Jun 10, 2026 at 4 pm

Explore the vibrant flavors of Vietnam in this hands-on cooking class focused on the iconic Bánh Mì sandwich. Students will learn how to layer savory proteins, quick-pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and flavorful sauces on crisp baguettes to create the perfect balance of texture and taste.

Skewer Me This: Meat on a Stick

$35

with Joel Schaefer

Calendar Jun 10, 2026 at 5 pm

Fire up your grilling game with this hands-on class all about building bold, juicy skewers from start to finish. You’ll learn how to choose and cut meat for even cooking, season and marinate for maximum flavor, and assemble skewers that grill beautifully without drying out. We’ll cover doneness, temperature cues, simple sauces and finishing touches, so every stick comes off the grill tender, caramelized, and party-ready.

Hook, Line & Savor: Restaurant-Style Branzino

$35

with Nick Preston

Calendar Jun 11, 2026 at 5 pm

Learn how to butcher, cook, and beautifully plate a restaurant-quality branzino dish in this hands-on culinary class. Students will practice filleting techniques, achieve perfectly crisp skin, and create elegant presentations with flavorful accompaniments that transform fresh seafood into a fine dining experience.

Fresh & Flavorful: Cherry Summer Salad

$30

with Mary Schaefer

Calendar Jun 13, 2026 at 10 am

Come and create a vibrant, restaurant-worthy salad that's as beautiful as it is delicious. In this hands-on class you'll combine crisp seasonal greens with juicy bursts of seasonal fruit. Make candied nuts and a tangy-sweet cherry vinaigrette. Have it your way, topped with chicken or keep it vegan which is just as delicious!

Island Heat: Jamaican Jerk Chicken

$35

with Daniel Hill

Calendar Jun 17, 2026 at 5 pm

Experience the bold, smoky flavors of the Caribbean in this hands-on cooking class featuring classic jerk chicken. Students will learn how to build authentic jerk marinades with warm spices, fresh herbs, and chiles while mastering cooking techniques that create juicy chicken with a flavorful char.

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Vietnamese Shrimp Spring Rolls

$30

with Paul Boyd

Calendar Jul 8, 2026 at 5 pm

Discover the fresh, vibrant flavors of Vietnamese cuisine in this interactive cooking class! Learn how to prepare delicate shrimp spring rolls using rice paper, fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and flavorful noodles, paired with a delicious homemade dipping sauce. Perfect for beginners and food lovers alike.

Southern Comfort: Chicken & Sausage Gumbo

$40

with Nick Preston

Calendar Jul 9, 2026 at 5 pm

Discover the rich flavors of Louisiana in this hands-on cooking class focused on classic chicken and sausage gumbo. Students will learn how to build a flavorful roux, layer authentic Cajun seasonings, and simmer hearty ingredients into a comforting Southern favorite served with rice.





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