Beginner Cooking Classes in Darien
These beginner cooking classes in Darien are perfect for new cooks. Whether you are an aspiring chef or want to enhance your culinary skillset, you'll learn everything required to cook an exceptional meal from start to finish. With the guidance of world-class chefs, you'll discover the proper tools for slicing and dicing, how to pair select ingredients that add color, texture and immense flavor, and the professional tricks to ensure a perfect result for every dish. Book your class today!
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French Bistro Magic
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Whisk your taste buds away to a charming French bistro experience. Master essential French techniques and flavors with this in-depth cooking class. Learn to prepare juicy chicken with a vibrant herb sauce, and craft a classic salad with frisée, bacon and a poached egg. End with a dangerously delicious Chocolate Lava...
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Chef Joy or Resident Chef
Canton
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Homemade Gnocchi Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the decadence of fresh homemade gnocchi. Elevate your pasta night with homemade gnocchi in this immersive cooking class. Under the guidance of a chef, you'll learn how to transform potatoes into semolina or ricotta. Master the technique of kneading and shaping the dough before cooking it to pillowy...
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Darien
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Create Gnocchi Like a Pro
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the techniques for flawless gnocchi. Enter a world of culinary delight with this cooking class focused on gnocchi. Discover how to make tender gnocchi from potatoes, semolina or ricotta. Learn essential techniques and create three delightful sauces—pesto, tomato and brown butter—to enhance your gnocchi...
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Canton
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The Art of Cast Iron
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to cook in cast iron to make decadent dishes. Master the art of cast iron in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you the techniques for cooking in cast iron. Learn how to make tender short ribs braised in red wine, the secrets to making the perfect creamy risotto and a rich bread...
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Darien
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Explore Traditional Cooking Methods
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover new flavors and techniques to enhance your dishes. Discover the art of cast iron and pressure cooking in this engaging cooking class. Learn to make tender beef short ribs with red wine and achieve the perfect risotto texture. For dessert, create a decadent bread pudding with a crispy top. Enhance your...
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Chef Joy or Resident Chef
Canton
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Crafting Wine-Infused Dishes - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to use wine to infuse rich flavors into dishes. Discover the depth of flavor wine can add to a dish in this cooking class. Make a masala pan sauce with shallots to infuse in a savory seared steak. Top roasted beets, crunchy pecans and creamy coat cheese with a cabernet vinaigrette. Poach figs in cabernet to...
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Bread Baking Mastery
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the secrets of perfect bread in every baking session. Unlock the secrets of artisan bread in this hands-on cooking class. Experience the joy of baking as you prepare rustic focaccia and baguettes from scratch. Learn valuable techniques that ensure each loaf is a masterpiece. To top it off, whip up a fragrant...
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Canton
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Craft Fresh Focaccia And Baguettes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to bake bread and make basil oil for crostini. Experience the unbeatable taste of freshly baked bread in this cooking class. You'll learn to prepare and bake two rustic loaves: focaccia and baguettes. The chef instructor will guide you through time-tested techniques that ensure delicious results every time....
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Darien
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Confident Knife Work
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Discover the best way to use your knife to improve speed and efficiency. The ability to safely and effectively use knives opens the world of culinary possibilities for the home chef. Guided by a chef instructor, you will practice an array of knife skills and techniques for classic cuts like the julienne, dice, mince,...
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Culinary Knife Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Gain kitchen confidence and cutting skills to use at home. Take your slicing skills to the next level by joining gourmet chefs for fun and interactive cooking classes. You'll learn basic kitchen safety skills, how to properly hold chef's and santoku knives and which vegetables to use dicing, mincing or julienne...
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Canton
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Mediterranean Cuisine Exploration
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the artistry behind Mediterranean dish preparation. Dive into the sun-soaked flavors of the Mediterranean during this hands-on cooking class. Learn to balance bold spices with fresh, simple ingredients. Master the art of seasoning meats and creating vibrant, healthful side dishes. Expand your dessert-making...
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Canton
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Autumn Italian Delights Cooking Class
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to Make Gnocchi, Seared Steak, and Autumn Dessert Experience the rich flavors of an Italian autumn in this cooking class! You'll master the art of crafting delicious gnocchi from fresh sweet potatoes, creating tender, pillowy bites that complement a perfectly seared strip steak. You’ll finish with a decadent...
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