Cooking Class - Coastal Southern Italian Cooking - Date Night

$ 99 Per person

all-inclusive: 2-hour class, 4-course meal.

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What You’ll Do

Discover Southern Italy’s surf-and-turf spirit in a fun cooking experience.

Enjoy a Southern Italian-inspired evening in this hands-on cooking class in McLean. Cook side by side with your partner as you prepare steak tagliata, sautéed shrimp with fried capers, homemade garganelli with spicy tomato sauce and Amalfi lemon gelato. Chef Charles or a resident chef will guide you through each recipe with clear, practical steps. This cooking class in McLean is perfect for couples who enjoy cooking together and exploring bold coastal flavors.

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

This class is suitable for ages 18+.

Details
  • Minimum Guests 1
  • Maximum Guests 16
  • Meal Courses 4
  • Event Duration 2 hours
  • Labels Date Night, Gourmet, Italian, Mediterranean, 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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Chef Charles is a skilled and passionate chef with years of experience creating memorable dining experiences. Whether in a professional kitchen or hosting hands-on classes, his goal is simple: to share the joy of cooking and inspire others through food. Known for a warm teaching style and a deep respect for culinary tradition, Chef Charles turns every meal into a celebration.

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What You’ll Do

Discover Southern Italy’s surf-and-turf spirit in a fun cooking experience.

Enjoy a Southern Italian-inspired evening in this hands-on cooking class in McLean. Cook side by side with your partner as you prepare steak tagliata, sautéed shrimp with fried capers, homemade garganelli with spicy tomato sauce and Amalfi lemon gelato. Chef Charles or a resident chef will guide you through each recipe with clear, practical steps. This cooking class in McLean is perfect for couples who enjoy cooking together and exploring bold coastal flavors.

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

This class is suitable for ages 18+.

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

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Amelia

Amelia

29 Jun 2025

Really fun and busy class making pad Thai, deep fried lemongrass corn fritters, shrimp curry, and enjoying coconut rice afterwards, in a group of 12. It was nice to review knife skills as well. Great date or special occasion activity
Carol

Carol

22 Jun 2025

Fun class!
Nancy

Nancy

18 Jun 2025

I had the greatest time at my cooking class! The food was so good and the chef was fun and and taught many helpful hints during the class! I will be taking a cooking class again very soon!
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