- Darien, CT
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Cooking Class - Cook Traditional Smash Burgers
$ 99 Per person
all-inclusive: 2-hour class, 4-course meal.
Prepare a full smash burger menu in this cooking class while building searing and prep skills.
Learn the techniques behind a great smash burger in this fun cooking class in Canton (Darien). Guided by Chef Brian or a resident chef, you’ll prepare homemade buns, brisket smash burgers with caramelized onions and crispy fries with truffle aioli. You’ll also make cucumber pickles, slow-simmered ketchup and a classic wedge salad before finishing with strawberry pie sundaes. This cooking class in Canton (Darien) gives you hands-on practice with burger fundamentals and includes a Smash Burger Kit to recreate the meal at home.
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.
Jun 21st at 4:00 PM
Homemade Hamburger Bun
Smashed Brisket Burger with Carmelized Onions
Double Fried French Fries with Truffle Aioli
Quick Cucumber Pickles
Slow-Simmered Homemade Ketchup
Slab Bacon and Blue Cheese Wedge Salad
Strawberry Pie Sundaes
For public cooking classes, menu changes cannot be made. For private events, most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request.
Adjustments cannot be made during the event.
- Minimum Guests 1
- Maximum Guests 16
- Meal Courses 4
- Event Duration 2 hours
- Labels Baking, BBQ, Beginner, Couples, New American
- Additional information In this class you will be working hands-on in groups of four sharing work stations and equipment.
Meet your chef
Aspiring cooks of all ages and skill levels are welcome in Chef Brian's cooking lessons. With a passion for sharing techniques from a variety of culinary traditions, he makes crafting exceptional dishes approachable and enjoyable. Chef Brian believes that hospitality and dedication are essential ingredients for creating memorable culinary experiences. With his apron on and enthusiasm at the ready, Chef Brian is eager to inspire others to discover their potential and confidence in the kitchen.
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Prepare a full smash burger menu in this cooking class while building searing and prep skills.
Learn the techniques behind a great smash burger in this fun cooking class in Canton (Darien). Guided by Chef Brian or a resident chef, you’ll prepare homemade buns, brisket smash burgers with caramelized onions and crispy fries with truffle aioli. You’ll also make cucumber pickles, slow-simmered ketchup and a classic wedge salad before finishing with strawberry pie sundaes. This cooking class in Canton (Darien) gives you hands-on practice with burger fundamentals and includes a Smash Burger Kit to recreate the meal at home.
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.
Jun 21st at 4:00 PM
Homemade Hamburger Bun
Smashed Brisket Burger with Carmelized Onions
Double Fried French Fries with Truffle Aioli
Quick Cucumber Pickles
Slow-Simmered Homemade Ketchup
Slab Bacon and Blue Cheese Wedge Salad
Strawberry Pie Sundaes
For public cooking classes, menu changes cannot be made. For private events, most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request.
Adjustments cannot be made during the event.
- Minimum Guests 1
- Maximum Guests 16
- Meal Courses 4
- Event Duration 2 hours
- Labels Baking, BBQ, Beginner, Couples, New American
- Additional information In this class you will be working hands-on in groups of four sharing work stations and equipment.
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