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Chef Arra brings a diverse range of talents to the table, from small restaurant food prep to skills crafting gourmet sushi. Her Asian heritage informs her love of cultural flavors, both for cooking and for dining. She adores tackling technical challenges and does her best to keep fresh with the latest culinary trends. With Chef Arra's enthusiastic spirit and undeniable love of food, her classes are filled with fun surprises.
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Spring is the time for outdoor dining. Bring the taste of Tuscany to your backyard. Explore the flavors of Tuscany in this cooking class that features recipes that can be served outdoors. Not all recipes make sense for al fresco dining, so learning to choose dishes that work best when you plan to serve in your...
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You've always wanted to learn to make pasta, so now's the time! In this cooking class, you finally learn the skill you've always wanted to try — pasta making! Learn how to make simple and foolproof pasta dough first, and then learn how to get creative with pasta flavors and shapes. After seeing how satisfying it is...
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Make something extra special to give to mom this Mother's Day. This cooking class will walk you through the process of making irresistibly cute and colorful macarons. Macarons are not the easiest confection to take on at home, but after this class with a professional pastry chef, you'll have the confidence you need to...
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Put some spice into date night with a Latin-inspired steak dinner. Get ready to rhumba in this cooking class that puts a Latin spin on steak night. South American cooking honors beef in ways that bring out a greater depth of flavor plus a little bit of spice. It will be a steak dinner and a night to...
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$69
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Looking for the perfect way to spoil mom for Mother's Day? This cooking class is all about getting the family together to make desserts for mom's special day. You'll warm her heart by showing her that you took the time to create something as beautiful as she is. You can either come without Mom and surprise her, or...
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Serving a variety of small bite desserts makes a better impression than just a cake. If you enjoy entertaining or like to have a unique dessert recipe on hand for hostess gifts, this cooking class will be right up your alley. Learn to focus on making confection perfection that delivers in a single bite. Play with...
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Learn how to cook with wine to enhance your favorite dishes. This cooking class will provide instruction on how to properly and safely cook with wine. Learn how to deglaze a pan using wine to help capture all of the flavors of your ingredients and see how wine brings richness to sauces and stews. Wine also plays a...
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Go beyond cupcakes and brownies with dessert recipes from around the world. If you love to host themed parties, this cooking class that features desserts from around the globe is perfect for you. As with food and wine, every region has its own signature spin on dessert. From sweet to savory to salty to sour, we'll...
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How is steak prepared in French cuisine? You may not think about steak when you think about French food, but this cooking class will show you why you should. French preparations of steak explore leaner cuts of meat and luxurious sauces that complement them while still honoring the tradition of serving meat with...
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Learn how to create a Mediterranean mezze platter for a different kind of dinner party. This cooking class will freshen up your typical appetizer spread and give new life to your next dinner party. Mediterranean mezze platters combine foods that balance sweet and sour, salty and savory, and the focus is always on...
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Making your own crab cakes at home is easy and fun. Cooking classes don't have to involve fancy ingredients or techniques. Learning to make crab cakes is something anyone can master. Crab cakes are quick and easy to prepare, yet they always make a dinner feel special. In this class, you'll learn the simple tips for...
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Explore the fragrant and flavorful world of Thai cuisine. When you want to learn a new cuisine, it's always best to start with a cooking class. In this class, a professional chef will walk you through the foundational ingredients and layering techniques that characterize Thai food. Even if you don't decide to try...
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Learn the secrets to your favorite classic Chinese recipes and save on takeout. If you splurge on Chinese takeout more often than you should, this cooking class will be a good investment. Many popular Chinese dishes are easier to prepare at home than you may think. Once you understand how to work with noodles and...
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Bring your date to a cooking class that celebrates the flavors of spring in France. Anything French is automatically romantic, and this cooking class featuring French bistro recipes is no exception. French cuisine lends itself well to date night because you're sure to be cooking with wine and butter. From seafood to...
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Learn to take macarons beyond their traditional round shape with a wildflower variation. Making delicate and delicious macarons can be a daunting task but this cooking class will guide you through it. Learn the tips and tricks to get the texture just right, and then go beyond the traditional round sandwich shape with...
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Take your taste buds on an Italian vacation. Take your tastebuds on a spring vacation with a cooking class that features Italian dishes made from seasonal ingredients. There's more to Italian food than meat sauce and pasta. Italian cooking can also showcase early spring produce and seafood. Italian food is simple, so...
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Learn the basics of making your own sushi at home. Turn your kitchen counter into a sushi bar with this cooking class that teaches the fundamentals of your favorite date night food. Making sushi at home is easier than you think. First, you'll learn how to properly prepare sushi rice. From there, it's as easy as...
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Have fun learning how to make delicious meals and desserts with puff pastry. Everyone loves buttery, flaky puff pastry so why not take a cooking class that features different ways to use it? From recipe applications for appetizers to main courses to desserts, puff pastry is more versatile than you may have thought....
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Making pizza with the whole family brings everyone together for a deliciously good time. Get the whole gang together for this cooking class dedicated to pizza. You'll make your pizza dough from scratch but also learn about alternatives if baking with yeast makes you nervous. This is a great activity that gets everyone...
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Take a fresh look at yuor everyday chicken dinner with Sicilian recipe variations. Cooking classes are a great way to get fresh ideas for simple foods like chicken. You serve chicken every week, and you have your go-to recipes. But wouldn't it be nice to spice things up a bit and surprise your family with new ways to...
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Explore the subtle differences between Spanish and Portuguese cooking. This cooking class is an exploration of the flavors of both Spain and Portugal. While both cuisines are very seafood-focused, there are distinct differences in the flavor profiles. Planning a trip to one of both of these countries? This cooking...
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Change up your usual grill game by learning Korean barbecue recipes. You're already comfortable around shish-kabobs and barbecued chicken, so take your grill skills to the next level with a Korean barbeque cooking class. A professional chef will guide you through meat selection and preparation, and you'll learn about...
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There's nothing like a rustic Italian meal to inspire romance. There's nothing like the flavors of rustic Italian food to inspire romance and this cooking class is full of Tuscan flavor. Italian cooking means way more than just making pasta. Learn how to prepare simple yet elegant dishes with seasonal ingredients that...
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Treat your date to a cooking class focused on his favorite food - steak! Getting your date to attend a cooking class might seem far-fetched until he learns he'll be making steak. In this class, you'll both learn about how to prepare steak with a Mediterranean spin by letting it spend some time in a flavorful marinade....
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Put together a menu of new recipes for the perfect summer cookout. Join us for a pregame cooking class to get you ready for backyard barbecues. The key to the perfect summer cookout is to pick the right recipes and to get your timing down. Mix and match cold and hot dishes, and learn how to ensure you can serve them...
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Learn to utilize fresh garden produce, herbs and olive oil to flavor your favorite pasta. Get a fresh twist on pasta with this garden-goodness pasta cooking class. Learn to make satisfying pasta dishes that highlight produce instead of meat. Experiment with fresh herbs to lighten and brighten pasta dishes. Harness the...
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Cook up a batch of your own donuts in this well-rounded session. Making your own donuts is a hole-in-one with this cooking class. Guided by a chef instructor, you’ll learn how to make and prove your own donut dough, before shaping and frying. At the end of the session, you’ll have three flavors of donuts and the...
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$69
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Cook up some family memories with an Italian American flavor. Create a full on family feast Italian style with this cooking class of Italian American classics. Kids and grown ups will love creating pasta from scratch for homemade fettuccine, and prepping chicken for chicken Parmesan. And to finish? Kids will stir...
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Take your partner on a culinary journey to Latin America. Raise the heat on your next date night with a cooking class exploring the ingredients and tastes of Latin America. Led by the chef instructor, you’ll balance big flavors and a touch of spice to create knockout dishes like churrascaria-style steak. Then, cool...
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Get to grips with the classics of British baking in this masterclass. Treat your friends to a quintessential afternoon tea thanks to this expert-led cooking class. Start with the queen of cakes — a light and airy Victoria sponge layered with strawberry jam and cream and then move on to a pudding cake served with...
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Discover the techniques of cooking with cast iron in this practical session. Upgrade your kitchen skills with a cooking class dedicated to versatile cast iron skillets. You’ll follow a chef’s instructions to infuse chicken with saffron and make flatbreads before grilling to perfection and topping with a mint...
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Treat your friends to freshly cooked Dim Sum with this insightful and hands-on session. In this practical cooking class, led by an expert chef tutor, you’ll follow the steps for making delicious Dim Sum, from making the dough to rolling, filling, pleating and steaming. By the end of the class you’ll have an...
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Enjoy Korean barbecue from home thanks to this chef-led session. Learn to make authentic Korean with this fiery cooking class. Led by a master chef, you’ll learn grilling techniques to perfectly cook Korean classics like crispy marinated beef served in lettuce leaves and glass noodles with vegetables. Even better,...
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Master the secrets to Indian cookery with an interactive cooking session. Impress your family and friends with an Indian feast of uniquely delicious flavors. Follow your pro chef's instructions to learn the art of filling and frying crispy samosas and mixing spices to make a creamy and delicately aromatic chicken...
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Add some magic to any celebration with this macaron masterclass. Master the art of a beloved French confection in this magnifique cooking class. Your pro chef instructor will take you step-by-step through making macarons, from mixing up light and airy meringues to precise piping and baking. You’ll also learn how to...
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Add a fresh twist to a steak dinner with this fun culinary session. One of your classic favorites gets a modern refresh in this hands-on cooking class. Start off by grilling a juicy steak, which you’ll pair with herby potatoes, aioli and grilled zucchini and tomato salad. For pudding, you’ll put a new twist on an...
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Create your own menu of French bistro classics with a hands on class for two. Get ready for summer with a cooking class dedicated to flavourful French classics. Specially designed for date night, this cooking class will give you and your partner the skills to make a whole menu, from grilled salmon and summery side...
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Never be stuck for a pudding with a masterclass devoted to classic French desserts. Round off any meal with a touch of French flair thanks to this trés bon cooking class. You’ll start by making a classic tarte tatin, complete with rich caramel, buttery pastry and soft apples, before moving on to a light and...
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Take a tour to the hills of Tuscany with this culinary trip. In this cooking class you’ll be whisked away to the bright hills of Tuscany to make an Italian feast. You’ll start by making a traditional chicken dish cooked under a brick, and serve it with a risotto and a zesty green salad. For pudding, you’ll keep...
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Unlock the secrets to perfect sushi with an informative session. This cooking class is perfect for anyone looking to recreate their favorite sushi at home. You’ll cover the essentials of selecting the freshest fish and perfectly seasoning rice as well as whipping up flavor packed dipping sauces, before improving...
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Discover how to make fresh croissants in your very own kitchen with this fun session. Wake up to a Parisian-style breakfast every day with a croissant cooking class. Led by the chef tutor, you’ll walk through the steps required to make croissants, beginning with blending and laminating dough and finishing by shaping...
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Prepare a sumptuous dinner of French classics with a French culinary experience. Cook up a special menu of elegant French dishes with a date night cooking class for two. Join your pro chef to practice searing scallops, served with a rich pan sauce and a creamy risotto, before whipping eggs and making caramel for a...
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Unlock the secrets to making your very own pasta from scratch at home. Making your own pasta is easy with this hands-on cooking class. Led by a pro chef, you’ll be guided through the process of making homemade dough, which is then transformed into two pasta dishes with endless potential for flavor variations....
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Enjoy the tastes of an authentic trattoria with this date night cooking experience. Make your kitchen the hottest restaurant in town with a cooking class devoted to casual Italian classics. Follow the chef as you grill steak, before slicing and serving with arugula and fried capers, and make fresh fettuccine from...
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Impress your friends and family with some crowd-pleasing desserts. Elevate your desserts with a cooking class dedicated to the sweeter things in life. You’ll get hands-on practice making dark chocolate and cherry truffles, perfect for every occasion, and flaky pastry tartlets filled with lemon curd. Finally,...
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Craft a world-class meal with help from a pro chef. Make a big batch of paella to share with friends and loved ones with this Iberian inspired cooking class. You’ll master the art of cooking paella from scratch, including preparing a sofrito sauce base and toasting the special bomba rice to produce two paella...
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$349
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This 5-day experience will guide kids on a journey through the cuisines of the world. This cooking series, designed for kids aged 7-11, is a unique culinary experience that will help young chefs grow more confident in the kitchen. Throughout the 5-day summer cooking class, participants will explore different cuisines...
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This 5-day cooking class is geared towards teens that want to grow in the kitchen. Equal parts engaging and informative, this teen-focused cooking series is designed for young chefs that want to expand their culinary horizons, by embracing a new realm of creatively composed recipes. This summer cooking class focuses...
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Recreate a Moroccan menu at home with this fun date night cookery experience. Channel the magic of Moroccan cuisine with a cooking class for two. Your chef instructor will guide you through the distinctive spices and ingredients that make up Moroccan dishes. You’ll begin with an aromatic main course, accompanied by...
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Treat the men in your life to a regional, craft beer inspired meal. Brew up a delicious meal for Father’s Day with this beer inspired cooking class. Start off with porter and honey-glazed short ribs, beer-braised greens and a cheesy sauce that’s been pepped up with... beer! To finish, you’ll craft a stout ice...
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Make tasty wings with the whole family. Celebrate the special men in your family with a fun cooking class. Kids and adults can get involved as your chef shows you how to prepare juicy wings and a cool pizza bar. Little chefs can practice safe knife skills as they prepare veggie sticks and a fresh ranch dip, before...
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Treat dad with a fun steak dinner cooking experience. Make a meal that’s as special as dad with this steakhouse favorite cooking class. Led by a pro chef, you’ll make a juicy, perfectly seared steak that’s been enriched with flavored butter and comes with classic side dishes. You’ll then round things off with...
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This class is the perfect way to introduce your child to the world of baking. Geared towards kids aged 7-11, this cooking series will provide future foodies with an informative and delicious introduction to baking. This summer cooking class is designed to teach kids the basics, including beginner techniques, simple...
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This baking experience helps teens develop their skills by exploring flavors from around the world. Challenging, rewarding and of course, delicious, this 5-day cooking series is perfect for teen bakers who want to improve their skills. Geared towards kids aged 12-17, this summer cooking class will guide participants...
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Explore the distinctive flavors of Thailand with a hands-on session for two. Treat your other half to a Thai cooking class and pick up the skills to recreate Thai dishes at home. Throughout this class, you’ll practice knife skills, pick up stir-frying secrets and discover the art of perfectly balancing sauces as you...
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Looking for a showstopper cake for your next celebration? Look no further than this class. Celebrate all of the colors of the rainbow by making your own big and bold cake in this fun cooking session. Following the tutor, you’ll learn how to make and color sponges to create a multi-layered cake. Plus, you’ll mix up...
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This fun, hands-on baking experience is the perfect activity for young culinary enthusiasts. This 5-day cooking series is an exciting place for kids to practice the timeless art of baking! Throughout this engaging summer cooking class, kids will learn classic baking techniques, explore unique flavor profiles and learn...
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This 5-day baking experience is ideal for skilled teens who want to expand their skill-set. Ideal for teenage baking enthusiasts who are ready to take their abilities to the next level, this engaging cooking series provides the ultimate environment for young bakers to blossom. Throughout the 5-day summer cooking...
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During this 3-day cooking experience, kids will explore different cuisines from around the world. This immersive cooking series will help kids aged 7-11 explore cuisines from around the world, learning a variety of timeless techniques and flavors. The 3-day summer cooking class is designed to help blossoming chefs...
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Treat your teenage baking enthusiast to an exciting and immersive 3-day culinary experience. Throughout this 3-day cooking series, teenage bakers will sharpen their skills as they learn a variety of recipes from around the world. This summer cooking class is the perfect setting for culinary improvement, teaching teens...
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Get ready for a super summer with a freshly grilled seasonal menu. There’s nothing better in summer than food straight from the grill, as you’ll discover in this cooking class. Start off by marinating shrimp with garlic and herbs before loading onto skewers and grilling, and then move onto a dessert of charred...
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Michelle
04/28/24
She went over every step of the meal to make everyone feel comfortable.
04/28/24
Margaret Mihalis
03/21/24
The class was set up well, the Chef was bossy and wasn’t very personable. I think I will choose a different cooking class next time. The meals all turned out amazing though.
03/21/24
Curtis
03/17/24
It was a very educational and entertaining experience! I'd recommend this event to every couple.
03/17/24
Covid-19 Precautions
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
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