Cooking Class - Modern Comfort Food Classics

$ 135 Per person

all-inclusive: 3-hour class, 3-course meal.

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What You’ll Do

Learn how to elevate classic heartwarming dishes with a modern spin.

This cooking class offers a comforting culinary experience, perfect for those craving traditional dishes with a contemporary twist. Guided by a skilled chef, you’ll learn to create soul-soothing classics that cater to today’s tastes.

Begin by frying golden artichoke hearts, perfectly seasoned and served with a zesty garlic lemon aioli. For the main course, craft a trio of macaroni and cheese that includes a classic version made with Gruyère, Swiss and Cheddar cheeses, a cowboy-style macaroni with rotisserie chicken, bacon and Stilton blue cheese, as well as a playful take featuring Louisiana crawfish. Finally, indulge in a delightful seasonal berry biscuit topped cobbler. Book now to enjoy a deliciously nostalgic cooking adventure!

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

Details
  • Minimum Guests 2
  • Maximum Guests 8
  • Meal Courses 3
  • Event Duration 3 hours
  • Labels Baking, Beginner, Father's Day, Fun, New American, Pasta Making

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Chef Shelley’s nearly 30 years of professional experience as a successful chef combined with her extensive event planning experience have equipped her to be one outstanding host to a variety of dynamic, hands-on cooking classes. Chef Shelley has spent a great deal of time cooking for many celebrities and dignitaries as well as teaching an array of classes for both children and adults. She is also the former owner of popular restaurant in Brooklyn.

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What You’ll Do

Learn how to elevate classic heartwarming dishes with a modern spin.

This cooking class offers a comforting culinary experience, perfect for those craving traditional dishes with a contemporary twist. Guided by a skilled chef, you’ll learn to create soul-soothing classics that cater to today’s tastes.

Begin by frying golden artichoke hearts, perfectly seasoned and served with a zesty garlic lemon aioli. For the main course, craft a trio of macaroni and cheese that includes a classic version made with Gruyère, Swiss and Cheddar cheeses, a cowboy-style macaroni with rotisserie chicken, bacon and Stilton blue cheese, as well as a playful take featuring Louisiana crawfish. Finally, indulge in a delightful seasonal berry biscuit topped cobbler. Book now to enjoy a deliciously nostalgic cooking adventure!

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

Details
  • Minimum Guests 2
  • Maximum Guests 8
  • Meal Courses 3
  • Event Duration 3 hours
  • Labels Baking, Beginner, Father's Day, Fun, New American, Pasta Making
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Coley

Coley

27 Jun 2025

This was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Chef Shelley is not only a gifted chef but also a warm, engaging teacher. We did the class with my girlfriend, my son, and my 13-year-old daughter, and she made every step of the process fun, informative, and hands-on. She guided us through the prep, ingredients, and cooking techniques — but what really set this apart was how she explained the why behind each step. We learned what the “holy trinity” is in Cajun cooking, why a pinch of sugar enhances tomato-based dishes, and why a splash of lemon juice is key when working with apples. Together, we cooked a delicious Cajun meal: classic salmon over maque choux (a Creole succotash), and excellent chicken étouffée, and a perfectly spiced Southern-style apple crisp. Throughout, Chef Shelley shared amazing stories from her time cooking in New Orleans and New York City — plus insider commentary on restaurants (the best and ones to avoid), chefs, and food trends. It genuinely felt like she knows (and has cooked with) everyone in the food world — including being friends with members of The English Beat! Between dishes, she also treated us to samples of artisan hot sauces, barbecue sauces, spices, and even a caramel apple — all from brands she consults with or has helped develop. Her passion for the culinary arts and the specialty food world is infectious. Chef Shelley is a delightful host, a brilliant storyteller, and a deeply knowledgeable chef. We couldn’t recommend her highly enough — truly one of the best experiences we’ve had.
Roz

Roz

15 May 2025

Chef Shelley had an incredible meal planned for us. It was amazing and a blast! Everyone helped out in the kitchen. We learned new techniques and she shared secret tips! We would highly recommend Fat Tuesday on Thursday :)
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Jeremy

Jeremy

17 Apr 2025

We had such an excellent night with chef Shelley and her son (sous chef), Legend. She made cooking the meal super easy, the conversation was very entertaining, and the food was delicious. I would highly recommend this experience, it was well worth it. Thank you Shelley and Legend!
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