Cooking Class: Persian Culinary Traditions

Make Persian favorites with traditional ingredients in this hands-on cooking class. 


Start the class with a fresh herb wrap stuffed with crumbly feta cheese, paired with a creamy tzatziki dressing for a delicious opening bite. Next, marinate large green olives in a mix of ground walnuts, minced garlic, fresh mint, pomegranate molasses and pomegranate seeds to make zeytoon parvardeh, a popular Persian appetizer. Finally, tackle one of the most beloved Persian dishes, Zereshk Polo Morgh, an aromatic saffron rice topped with succulent seasoned chicken. Book your spot!


MENU


Feta Herb Wrap Served With Tzatziki Dressing

With a fresh, herb-packed wrap featuring crumbly feta cheese paired with a creamy, tangy tzatziki sauce for a refreshing appetizer or light bit


Zeytoon Parvardeh (marinated Olives With Walnuts).

Zeytoon parvardeh is a popular appetizer featuring large green olives that marinate in a mixture of ground walnuts, minced garlic, dried or fresh mint, pomegranate molasses and fresh pomegranate seeds.


Zereshk Polo Morgh

Saffron rice topped with delicious chicken. This dish is one of the most famous dishes in Persian cuisine.


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 as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.

  • Minimum Guests 2
  • Maximum Guests 8
  • Event Duration 2.5 hours
  • Activity Level
    Activity Level
  • LabelsHealthy, Beginner, Fun, Persian, Adult
  • This is a BYOB venue and alcoholic beverages are not available for sale. You are welcome to bring beer and wine to enjoy during class.

Reviews Guests Left For Other Experiences

Default avatar

Julia

11 Aug 2024

Debby was lovely! She did a great job of including us in the cooking and taught us some culinary terminology along the way. We really enjoyed it!

Outside Reviews for Chef Jay or Resident Chef

Default avatar

Marcelo

20 Mar 2024

Chef Jay has great culinary knowledge and is super professional.

$ 139.99 Per person

all-inclusive: 2.5-hour class, meal and taxes.


Select a date and time:

Looking for another date or time or need to book for a larger group? Message us

How many guests are you booking for?

Total $ 0

including all fees Pricing details

Give as a gift

Event location: Boulder

Chef’s Place

Map

Exact location is provided after booking.

Meet your chef

New chef


With five years of experience, Chef Jay has won several awards, including one for his cooking school. As a cookbook author, he has explored the flavors and dishes of classic Peruvian and Spanish cuisine. Chef Jay has experience teaching engaging cooking classes to students of all skill levels. He has also hosted private culinary events, providing personalized culinary experiences. Chef Jay is excited to share his experience with aspiring chefs and foodies.

Other Cooking Class Experiences you may like

Buy Gift Cards Boulder