Cooking Class - Entertaining for the Holidays

What You’ll Do

Your holiday gatherings will be unforgettable with these flavorful hors d’oeuvres.

Elevate your holiday gatherings with the hors d’oeuvres recipes from this engaging cooking class. A chef instructor will show you how to master caramelizing onions for a gruyère tartlet. Plus, learn how to make crackers from scratch topped with smoked salmon. Make mini beef Wellingtons with a mushroom sauce on the side. Roast butternut squash to top a crostini with manchego cheese and a honey drizzle.

Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

This class is suitable for ages 14+ with an adult present. Children under 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Class price is per person.

Details
  • Minimum Guests 1
  • Maximum Guests 16
  • Meal Courses 4
  • Event Duration 2-2.5 hours
  • Labels Baking, Fun, Gourmet, Group, Holiday
  • Additional information In this class you will be working hands-on in groups of four sharing work stations and equipment.

Meet your chef


Chef Jesse brings a rich culinary background to every class, shaped by experience in Michelin-starred restaurants, private chef work and operating his own food ventures. He has played key roles in opening restaurant and brewery kitchens, as well as developing diverse menus. Now instructing, Chef Jesse combines his deep knowledge and passion for food with a love for teaching, helping students master efficient kitchen techniques while making cooking a fun, engaging experience.

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What You’ll Do

Your holiday gatherings will be unforgettable with these flavorful hors d’oeuvres.

Elevate your holiday gatherings with the hors d’oeuvres recipes from this engaging cooking class. A chef instructor will show you how to master caramelizing onions for a gruyère tartlet. Plus, learn how to make crackers from scratch topped with smoked salmon. Make mini beef Wellingtons with a mushroom sauce on the side. Roast butternut squash to top a crostini with manchego cheese and a honey drizzle.

Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

This class is suitable for ages 14+ with an adult present. Children under 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Class price is per person.

Details
  • Minimum Guests 1
  • Maximum Guests 16
  • Meal Courses 4
  • Event Duration 2-2.5 hours
  • Labels Baking, Fun, Gourmet, Group, Holiday
  • Additional information In this class you will be working hands-on in groups of four sharing work stations and equipment.
Reviews

Reviews guests left for other experiences with Chef Jesse or Resident Chef

Alex Messina

Alex Messina

08 May 2025

This class was a lot of fun. The chef was knowledgeable and easy to talk with. I really liked how the chef talked through some of the science behind certain ingredient choices or how particular ingredients interact to give a desired outcome. 10/10 would recommend the class
Victoria

Victoria

28 Apr 2025

My group of 5 had a blast making ramen with Chef Will in Naperville. The recipe was approachable, we used some new tools, and spent time as a family cooking a meal. A lovely way to spend two hours. Tasty too!
Steve

Steve

21 Apr 2025

It was a fun evening. Chef Monsoor was knowledgeable and helped us becoming more knowledgeable on preparing and cooking the meal. It was a fun experience.