Cooking Classes in Houston

Hone your baking skills and satisfy your sweet tooth when you learn how to make French macarons from scratch. Under the guidance of Chef Stephanie, you will gain the skills and techniques needed to master this classic meringue-based pastry. Using a few high-quality ingredients, you will first prepare and then bake your macaron shells of light, crunchy cookies. Next, you will carefully tuck rich ganache filling — decadent chocolate, nutty pistachio or fru...

Turn up the heat in your home kitchen with this sizzling romantic in-person cooking lesson led by Chef Christmas. She'll guide you as you prepare an amorous menu filled with foods that are sure to spice things up! You'll begin with oysters Casino and an arugula and pomegranate salad. Then, create chocolate-covered berries and steamed carrots before preparing your choice of steak with chateau potatoes, honey-glazed salmon with red quinoa or wild herb rice c...

Celebrate the unique flavors of Creole cuisine in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Michelle. You'll prepare a menu of authentic Southern favorites straight from bayou country. First, you'll make fried green tomatoes with homemade remoulade. Then, you'll enjoy a fresh spinach and strawberry salad with glazed pecans. Then learn to prepare a classic crawfish étouffée in a creamy sauce, served over fluffy rice. For dessert, you'll learn to make bread pu...

Explore the bounty of the farm, field and garden in this French-inspired cooking class with Chef Cat. You will learn to incorporate classic French techniques into vegetarian dishes while preparing this plant-forward menu. Start the meal with a classic appetizer of stuffed mushrooms topped with crispy breadcrumbs and nutty Parmesan. A light salad Provençal is next, followed by a colorful ratatouille featuring layers of tangy tomatoes, bell peppers and summ...

Embark on a culinary adventure led by Chef Joy, your expert companion in this interactive cooking session. Uncover the art of crafting a comforting Southern banquet, inspired by the Gulf of Mexico's coastal charm. Your journey commences by skillfully stuffing tomatoes with a delightful blend of fresh crab and Parmesan.Transitioning to the main course, you'll master the preparation of wild-caught salmon, accompanied by succulent shrimp enveloped in a luscio...

Enjoy a timeless, fragrant French bakery experience in the comfort of your own home. Nothing warms a hungry soul quite like hot bread fresh from the oven. In this hands-on class, Chef Stephanie introduces you to the traditional techniques of French baking to achieve your own classic loaves. You’ll learn how to knead, loaf and bake three mouth-watering variations using only water, yeast, flour and salt. Breads you'll create include a classic baguette with...

Bring a bit of the Big Easy into your dining room with help from Chef Christmas in this New Orleans-style cooking class! You'll learn to create best of Southern cooking made in your own home kitchen. Your lesson includes an intriguing three-cheese crawfish bread, blackened catfish served with vegetable jambalaya and a rich corn choux. And for dessert, bake up a smoky bourbon bread pudding.MENUThree-Cheese Crawfish Bread Blackened Catfish PontchartrainWith...

Celebrate authentic Spanish cuisine in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Michelle. You'll learn to make a spread of authentic recipes spanning the various culinary traditions of the country. First, you'll prepare an antipasto trio with garlic shrimp, marinated olives and stuffed mini peppers. Then, you'll enjoy a fresh salad with a lime vinaigrette. For the main dish, you'll learn to make a classic paella with your choice of meat. Class ends with a lig...

Discover the vibrant flavors of Santa Fe in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Cat. Blending elements of European, Native American and Mexican cuisines, this unique fusion is a signature of American Southwest cooking. Begin with a bold black bean hummus with lime and serrano chilis served with homemade flatbread. Next, create a smoky, roasted tomato soup and bright jicama salad with cilantro vinaigrette. Prepare a classic Santa Fe dish, stuffed poblanos...

In this interactive culinary workshop, Chef Joy will unveil the lively and dynamic tastes that define Mediterranean cuisine. You'll gain insights into the art of crafting every dish from the ground up. Begin by indulging in the process of baking feta, perfectly complemented by crispy fried pita and an infusion of herbs into your dipping oil. The main course beckons as you expertly slice and thread chicken and steak onto skewers, fashioning a delectable sou...

Bring the magic of delicious French puff pastries right to your very own kitchen. Chef Stephanie is ready to teach you the secrets of pâte à choux in this hands-on cooking experience! You learn to how to craft sophisticated yet easy-to-create chocolate éclairs, cream puffs and gougères from scratch. Add a lesson in making chocolate pastry cream and ganache, and you’ll be ready to open the door on a whole new world of dessert creations.MENUChocolate Ã...

Bring your favorite bakes to life with help from Chef Christmas in this exciting hands-on cooking class. You'll craft your own fresh dough and turn it into three distinctly different bakes, each with its own sweet personality. Prepare vanilla-orange cinnamon rolls with your choice of nuts, cranberries or both and turn out a sweet dessert pizza topped with fruit. Finish your lesson with a seasonal fruit pie bursting with fresh flavor, the perfect addition t...