Cooking Class: Make a Decadent Surf and Turf Dinner

Enjoy the best of land and sea in this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Darnell where you'll be guided from preparation to plating this magnificent feast. You will soak up tricks of the trade from a true professional on your way to savoring this elegant meal. 


Warm up your palate with a creamy and silky lobster bisque before moving on to the main event. Expertly broiled lobster tail will be the perfect accompaniment to a juicy grilled tenderloin of lamb, alongside velvety smooth cauliflower purée with truffle oil and blanched asparagus. This elegant meal is rounded out with a light-as-air lime soufflé. 


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Lobster Bisque

With sherry, tomato paste, carrots, fresh herbs and heavy cream


Broiled Lobster Tail and Grilled Lamb Tenderloin

With red wine and rosemary


Cauliflower Purée

With truffle oil and Parmesan


Blanched Asparagus


Lime Soufflé

With eggs, butter, flour, milk, salt and cream of tartar


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 6
  • Event Duration 3 hours
  • Activity Level
    Activity Level
  • LabelsCouples, Gourmet, Date Night, Fun, New American

Reviews Guests Left For This Experience

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Naika

09 Apr 2023

Chef Darnell was amazing. We had him over for my birthday dinner. He was so patient and explained everything. The food was delicious and he left our kitchen even cleaner than before we started.

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Diane

05 Mar 2023

Darnell was great and the meal was amazing! The lobster bisque is to die for! Thanks chef!

Outside Reviews for Chef Darnell

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Bridget B.

12 Sep 2022

Chef Darnell is fantastic! He is truly passionate about sharing his love of food with others and we had such a great time. We love the variety that he offers with his menus. We highly recommend taking his classes and booking him as your next private chef!

$ 115 Per person

all-inclusive: 3-hour class, meal and taxes.


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Event location: Washington, D.C.

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Having cooked since the age of 15, Chef Darnell has built a rewarding career in the culinary arts. Through his years of service, he's received awards and prepared meals for celebrities and royalty around the world. He has a genuine passion for helping aspiring chefs gain confidence in the kitchen. A true culinary creative, Chef Darnell adds a generous helping of heart to everything he dishes up!

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