Cooking Class - Downton’s Culinary Traditions

What You’ll Do

Learn to create classic English dishes with timeless technique and a touch of elegance.

Experience high-class dining that embodies the rich traditions of aristocratic dining from Downton Abbey. In this cooking class, a world-class chef will guide the guests through culinary tips and traditions of the upper-class. The guests will learn to properly sear scallops, achieving a perfect golden crust and prepare the silky Champagne beurre blanc. Guests will create green beans almondine and crispy truffled pommes Dauphine. To complete the meal, guests will learn to create ile flottante - a soft meringue floating on silky smooth vanilla bean crème Anglaise.

Tea, coffee and water will be provided. Guests are welcome to bring non-alcoholic beverages.

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 hours
  • Labels Baking, Beginner, French, Gourmet, Pescatarian
  • Additional information In this class you will be working hands-on in groups of four sharing work stations and equipment.

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The journey to culinary mastery is always an exciting adventure. With passionate, creative artists like Chef Scott and his stellar team helping you find your way, you'll have world-class guides leading you toward culinary success. Their expertise in all things gourmet is your ticket into a world of handcrafted cuisine that makes each class a sweet surprise. For Chef Scott and crew, this sort of magic is just another day in the kitchen.

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What You’ll Do

Learn to create classic English dishes with timeless technique and a touch of elegance.

Experience high-class dining that embodies the rich traditions of aristocratic dining from Downton Abbey. In this cooking class, a world-class chef will guide the guests through culinary tips and traditions of the upper-class. The guests will learn to properly sear scallops, achieving a perfect golden crust and prepare the silky Champagne beurre blanc. Guests will create green beans almondine and crispy truffled pommes Dauphine. To complete the meal, guests will learn to create ile flottante - a soft meringue floating on silky smooth vanilla bean crème Anglaise.

Tea, coffee and water will be provided. Guests are welcome to bring non-alcoholic beverages.

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 hours
  • Labels Baking, Beginner, French, Gourmet, Pescatarian
  • Additional information In this class you will be working hands-on in groups of four sharing work stations and equipment.
Reviews

Verified guest reviews for other experiences with Chef Scott or Resident Chef

Samuel Cortes

Samuel Cortes

06 Dec 2025

We cooked some lobster ravioli and prepared a salad and some crostini to go along with it. Chef Scott was a lot of fun and his instructions were great. He'd check in on each table and give a helping hand as well. It was my first time making pasta from scratch so it was a fun experience! Would highly recommend!
Susan

Susan

12 Nov 2025

Chef was terrific. He directed our group of 16 people with poise and great humor. Our meal was delicious. Everyone had a great time.
Jo Ann

Jo Ann

12 Sep 2025

Chef Scott and his team at Sur la Table exceeded all expectations. The instruction was impeccable and the food, DELICIOUS! It was a wonderful team building experience that we plan to do again!