Cooking Class - New Orleans-Style Brunch

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Take a journey to the Big Easy with Chef Shelley for a classically indulgent brunch.

The South is known for breakfast, but New Orleans steals the spotlight when it comes to brunch. In this hands-on class, Chef Shelley teaches you how to create a classic New Orleans brunch unraveling the mystery of distinctive regional flavors.

Begin by learning the essentials of making a rue—the base of many New Orleans dishes. You will use your new skill to prepare shrimp sassy benedict and red-eye gravy with ham to top buttery biscuits. Lastly, bananas foster brings the party to the brunch with banana liqueur and dark rum.

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

Minimum Guests 2
Maximum Guests 8
Meal Courses 3
Event Duration 3 hours
Labels Couples, Gourmet, Group, Mother's Day, New American, Singles

Cozymeal guest reviews for this experience

Jeremy

14 Mar 2022

Shelley is a great personality, very sweet and thoughtful. Highly recommend you try one of her classes! My girlfriend and I have tried other chef/cooking experiences in DC and this was our favorite!

Emma

26 Jul 2021

We loved our New Orleans Style Brunch with Chef Shelley! She was very welcoming and friendly from the second we arrived. Our conversations were nothing but lively and fun. We also learned quite a few new cooking techniques and the food was incredible. We will definitely do another class and will be sure to recommend her to our family and friends! Thanks Chef Shelley for a great night!

Cozymeal guest reviews for other experiences with Chef Shelley

Danielle

21 Sep 2022

Chef Shelley hosted the most wonderful cooking class for my boyfriend and I, and another couple. She has the most vivacious, bubbly personality that immediately makes you feel welcomed in her home. She gave us practical advice on how to cook these dishes at home and gave us the confidence to replicate the meal (as well as other meals) using the skills she taught us. I would recommend this class to anyone regardless of their level of cooking skills, as this was simply a blast! Will definitely be coming back in the future!

Eva

07 Mar 2022

Delicious menu, fun conversation made this a great evening

Michael

01 Mar 2022

Chef Shelley showed us some dishes that will become staples in our home! It was a great night of food and fun.

Jamison

19 Oct 2021

Tonight we cooked our own meal in great company hosted by THE BEST CHEF in town Chef-Shelley Everett If you’re looking for gourmet eats, superb atmosphere and an amazing instructor, look no further, BOOK HER NOW

Marisela

28 Sep 2021

Chef Shelly was amazing and so welcoming. My boyfriend and I enjoyed every single dish we prepared. She was so much fun and easy to talk to I felt right at home. The food was to die for we couldn’t stop eating it. I had never seen my boyfriend eat so much at once. We were left speechless with every single bite. I will definitely be coming back. We love you MomDukes!

Jasmyne

11 May 2021

Chef Shelley is THE best! She made my first experience with a cooking class one to remember! Her knowledge and presence really made the evening. My date and I decided to try the “Seafood Lover’s Spread” everything was fresh and delicious, the shrimp scampi with the squash noodles was my favorite. The fresh mussels and clams were also great! We were so full from the first course so we had to pack up the second course to go. The drop biscuits we made for dessert were divine. The intimate setting gave my date and I an opportunity to talk amongst ourselves and still engage with the chef. Overall the atmosphere, the host/chef and her amazing energy made my night. I would highly recommend for anyone looking to do something outside their comfort zone, I promise you will enjoy!

Whitney

15 Jul 2018

We had a great time with Chef Shelley! She is very personable and knowledgeable and makes you feel like you are a pro. The food we made was amazing, and I look forward to duplicating the recipe. It was a great experience all around. My husband enjoyed himself and it was a great date idea. You won’t regret booking with Chef Shelley.

Cami

24 Jun 2018

Chef Shelley not only is an amazing. Chef and teacher, but an incredible host.. Camille Miller

Linda

25 Mar 2018

Chef Shelley and her friend West were gracious and fun. We had a fabulous time and the food was delicious. Intimate setting in a lovely apartment. Wish we had gotten to do some more of the cooking as we thought it was a cooking class. However, it was a wonderful experience and we would recommend Chef Shelley to others. Thank you Chef Shelley and West for a great evening!

Cassandre

21 Mar 2018

Great experience!

Alexandra Rene

20 Mar 2018

I booked chef Shelley for my best friend's birthday and it was one of the best gifts I could have given her. We enjoyed and loved the whole experience. The place was nicely decorated and the cooking experience was outstanding. We did not want the day to come to an end. We enjoyed every second of it. I would definitely book chef Shelley again and again and again...?

Jaylen

26 Feb 2018

On Valentine's day, chef Shelley and host West gave us an experience to remember. Upon entry , we we were welcomed with great excitement. The host welcomed us in to her own home making us feel very comfortable. The chef introduced herself and began describing the agenda for the menu. The chef spent her time informing us of the culture behind the food that we were going to cook which made it much more engaging and intimate. Chef Shelley did an awesome job with helping us prep the meal; along with teaching us some of her unique techniques. This was a great experience and we definitely recommend for couples who are looking for an intimate , warm welcoming and enlightening class.

Guest reviews for Chef Shelley

Jessica

07 Dec 2017

Chef Shelley was super fun and informative. Her dynamic personality combined with extensive experience in the food industry is was a perfect combination to help me master these dishes, I know I'll be able to recreate these at home.

Spring

08 Jul 2014

Within Chef Shelley are so many gifts. Culinary artistry; professional service; multidisciplinary knowledge, and passion in sharing her talent and expertise. She expresses joy through her creations and client interactions. Whatever your vision for your event, The Gourmet Angel will make it real.

Jay

24 Dec 2013

Chef Shelley, The Gourmet Angel contributes to the essence of the event and enhances it. She will make your message come full circle through wonderful presentation and high-quality foods.

Leroy

21 Sep 2013

The Gourmet Angel creates an exquisite experience personalized to meet your desires and then exceed your expectations. Her menus are wonderfully creative, and the clean up at conclusion is immaculate.