Instructor: Nithya Rajasekaran

This class will explore the fundamental techniques and ingredients behind vegan baking. You’ll learn how to substitute ingredients, pair and incorporate flavors into baked goods, and create delicious vegan cakes! You’ll get to choose between making a classic chocolate or vanilla cake base and will craft your own 6-inch cake during class. You’ll then delve into making luscious vegan buttercream, citrus curd, chocolate ganache, and pastry cream before topping your cake with your choice of filling and frosting. By the end of class, you’ll have mastered vegan cake baking techniques and will head home with your very own gorgeous and delicious vegan cake. 

Please note that this is not a cake decorating class, but rather a cake baking class. You’ll learn the process of baking vegan cakes and will walk home with recipes that you can use to create decorated cakes at home!

This class is vegan but cannot accommodate gluten-free students. 

Classes are BYOB. Note that some classes can be adapted to meet dietary needs, but not all. Please contact us if you have any questions about dietary restrictions.

Instructor: John Mundell

Colombian food is as diverse as its people and its landscape. With a cuisine that incorporates ingredients native to the Americas, Africa, and Europe, Colombian food is known for its bright colors, textures, and the rich complexity found in simple, fresh ingredients. Perhaps the most well-known food is the arepa, a savory griddle cake usually made of corn meal that is also common in Venezuela that can be topped or cut and stuffed. Patacones are another popular dish consisting of twice-fried unripe plantains served as a side or main dish with savory toppings. 

In this class, you will learn a handful of recipes from the high Andean sierra to the Pacific and Caribbean coasts of Colombia that are superb for entertaining or just a nice lunch at home with the family. You will learn to form arepas by hand as well as tips and tricks on how best to work with green and black plantains. And don’t forget a delicious dessert, too!

On the menu:

• Arepas with two sides: huevos pericos (Colombian scrambled eggs) and maduros (fried sweet plantains)

• Shrimp patacones with a radish slaw

• Chicken patacones with a cabbage salad

• Arroz con leche (rice pudding)

This class is naturally gluten-free: we will be working only with corn, plantains, and rice. The class can accommodate vegetarian students with advanced notice. Please leave a note in the comments if this applies to you or anyone in your group so we can prepare ingredients accordingly. 

Instructor: Chelsea

This workshop comes fully loaded with all the tips and tricks you’ll need to create your own beautiful charcuterie boards at home. You’ll build your very own 10” charcuterie board with 3 different types of artisan cheese, 2-3 types of charcuterie, and all the delightful pairings you could ask for. During class, you’ll learn cheese cutting and charcuterie styling techniques, a brief history on the origin of charcuterie, pairing suggestions, and product placement. At the end, you’re welcome to snack on your creation or bring it home to show off your skills to friends over the weekend. All charcuterie board supplies will be provided, and we encourage you to bring a bottle of bubbles to enjoy with your board if you’d like!

Classes are BYOB. Note that some classes can be adapted to meet dietary needs, but not all. Please contact us if you have any questions about dietary restrictions.

Instructor: Nithya

Welcome to Chaat Happy Hour 2.0 at Fennel (the chaat happy hour you’ve come to know and love, with a brand new menu!). We’ll unwind from the week, make and drink fancy cocktails, and make some favorite Indian street food snacks (chaat) together. In this class, you’ll learn our formula for easy mix-and-match cocktails and mocktails, then you’ll get to mix your own drinks and enjoy them throughout class. You’ll also learn how to make a variety of flavorful appetizers inspired by Indian street food, then we’ll all snack and drink together while meeting new friends and welcoming the weekend. 

All cocktails on this menu are nonalcoholic, but you’re welcome to bring your own spirits to spike them if you’d like! We recommend gin, tequila, and/or sparkling wine for this menu.

On the menu:

• Goli Baje (savory, fluffy fritters) with Coconut Chutney

• Aloo Chaat (loaded crispy potatoes) with Crispies

• Tandoori Paneer Tikka (marinated & grilled paneer cheese)

• Carrot Halwa (carrot & cardamom dessert)

• Cucumber Mint Spritz

• Spicy Blackberry Margarita

• Paanagam (spiced lemon syrup) Spritzer

You’ve asked for help mastering gluten-free bread baking, and we’re thrilled to guide you through creating the most delicious gluten-free yeast breads you’ve ever baked! In this class, you’ll learn how to make classic gluten free yeast bread while exploring the necessary ingredients and techniques for achieving the perfect rise and texture. We’ll discuss ingredients and amendments used to replicate gluten in gluten free breads and recommendations for flours, dough moisture, shaping, and scoring to achieve incredible loaves. We’ll also prepare some delectable spreads and toppings to complement your freshly baked creations. Each student will get to bake their own loaf of bread to snack on with the toppings we make in class or eat at home. 

On the menu:

• Gluten Free Classic Yeast Bread

• Quick Pickled Carrots

• Quick Pickled Onions

• Marinated Mozzarella Cheese

• Whipped Ricotta

This class is gluten-free and can accommodate dairy-free/vegan students with advance notice; please leave a note at checkout if this applies to you or anyone in your group. Classes are BYOB.

Please note that while we won’t be using gluten ingredients in this class, Fennel is not a certified gluten-free facility and uses (clean, sanitized) equipment that has been shared with gluten ingredients. 

Instructor: Amanda Dulatt

Learn how to masterfully decorate a cake with smooth edges, gorgeous piping, and vibrant coloring. In this workshop-style class, Amanda will guide you through layering and frosting a cake with a variety of decorating techniques, then you’ll get to practice your new skills on a 6” layer cake to take home.

We’ll start class by layering cakes and perfecting a smooth base layer of frosting, then you’ll learn and practice decorative piping techniques to create a stunning cake. You’ll get your own 6” cake to practice on and will get to layer, frost, and decorate to your heart’s content. Check out the image below to see the cake design Amanda will be teaching - you’ll be able to recreate this design during (or take creative liberty to create your own design), then you’ll walk home with a beautifully decorated cake to bring to a party, share with your loved ones, or eat all in one sitting.

*Please note: While we’ll get to snack on cake and frosting as we go, we won’t sit down to a complete meal in this class. You may want to eat dinner beforehand, or you’re welcome to bring anything with you!

Examples of techniques you’ll learn:

Fall will soon be creeping in, and we’re excited to celebrate Oktoberfest at Fennel with lots of homemade pretzels! In this class, you’ll learn how to make soft, golden-brown pretzels with that perfect chewy texture, just like you’d find at a traditional German festival. We’ll explore classic and creative ways to enjoy your homemade pretzels, from savory to sweet, and whip up some delicious German-inspired accompaniments. 

On the menu:

• Homemade Soft Pretzels

• German Beer Cheese

• Raspberry Honey Mustard

• German Red Cabbage Slaw

• Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites

This class is vegetarian but cannot accommodate gluten-free or vegan students. Classes are BYOB, so feel free to bring your favorite beer, and we’ll make sure you’ve got all the pretzel pairings you need for a festive Oktoberfest celebration!

We’re so excited to continue Fennel’s partnership with Tower Grove Farmers’ Market! Each month, Jackie will present a cooking demonstration at the market using produce sourced from the market that day.

Watch Jackie prepare a dish with what’s in season and sample the delight of locally sourced, high quality ingredients. Afterward, you can head to the same farm stands she sourced from and recreate the dish for yourself!

This is a free event. Click “Google Calendar” or “ICS” in the bottom right corner of this event’s page to add a reminder for yourself. Can’t wait to see you there!

Instructor: John Mundell

Colombian food is as diverse as its people and its landscape. With a cuisine that incorporates ingredients native to the Americas, Africa, and Europe, Colombian food is known for its bright colors, textures, and the rich complexity found in simple, fresh ingredients. Perhaps the most well-known food is the arepa, a savory griddle cake usually made of corn meal that is also common in Venezuela that can be topped or cut and stuffed. Patacones are another popular dish consisting of twice-fried unripe plantains served as a side or main dish with savory toppings. 

In this class, you will learn a handful of recipes from the high Andean sierra to the Pacific and Caribbean coasts of Colombia that are superb for entertaining or just a nice lunch at home with the family. You will learn to form arepas by hand as well as tips and tricks on how best to work with green and black plantains. And don’t forget a delicious dessert, too!

On the menu:

• Arepas with two sides: huevos pericos (Colombian scrambled eggs) and maduros (fried sweet plantains)

• Shrimp patacones with a radish slaw

• Chicken patacones with a cabbage salad

• Arroz con leche (rice pudding)

This class is naturally gluten-free: we will be working only with corn, plantains, and rice. The class can accommodate vegetarian students with advanced notice. Please leave a note in the comments if this applies to you or anyone in your group so we can prepare ingredients accordingly. 

Instructor: Jackie

Discover the art of hand-formed pasta shapes in this immersive class designed for pasta lovers of all skill levels. If you’ve taken our classic Homemade Pasta class and want to dive deeper into pasta making, or if you’ve been curious about creating pasta from scratch but felt unsure where to start, we’re here to guide you through every step! 

We'll begin with a demonstration to show you how to make a traditional semolina pasta dough. Then, you’ll get hands-on experience crafting your own dough and shaping it into various pasta forms—all without the use of a pasta roller.

Together, we’ll knead, shape, and cook our handmade creations, pairing them with fresh, local ingredients to prepare:

• Orecchiette with Kale, Sausage, and Lemon

• Cavatelli with Broccoli, Garlic, and Calabrian Chilies

• Busiate with Tomato Pesto

• Trofie with Pistachio Pesto and Stracciatella 

Classes are BYOB. This class can accommodate vegetarian students; just leave a note at checkout if this applies to you or anyone in your group. 

Instructor: Jackie

Discover the art of hand-formed pasta shapes in this immersive class designed for pasta lovers of all skill levels. If you’ve taken our classic Homemade Pasta class and want to dive deeper into pasta making, or if you’ve been curious about creating pasta from scratch but felt unsure where to start, we’re here to guide you through every step! 

We'll begin with a demonstration to show you how to make a traditional semolina pasta dough. Then, you’ll get hands-on experience crafting your own dough and shaping it into various pasta forms—all without the use of a pasta roller.

Together, we’ll knead, shape, and cook our handmade creations, pairing them with fresh, local ingredients to prepare:

• Orecchiette with Kale, Sausage, and Lemon

• Cavatelli with Broccoli, Garlic, and Calabrian Chilies

• Busiate with Tomato Pesto

• Trofie with Pistachio Pesto and Stracciatella 

Classes are BYOB. This class can accommodate vegetarian students; just leave a note at checkout if this applies to you or anyone in your group. 

Fall will soon be creeping in, and we’re excited to celebrate Oktoberfest at Fennel with lots of homemade pretzels! In this class, you’ll learn how to make soft, golden-brown pretzels with that perfect chewy texture, just like you’d find at a traditional German festival. We’ll explore classic and creative ways to enjoy your homemade pretzels, from savory to sweet, and whip up some delicious German-inspired accompaniments. 

On the menu:

• Homemade Soft Pretzels

• German Beer Cheese

• Raspberry Honey Mustard

• German Red Cabbage Slaw

• Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites

This class is vegetarian but cannot accommodate gluten-free or vegan students. Classes are BYOB, so feel free to bring your favorite beer, and we’ll make sure you’ve got all the pretzel pairings you need for a festive Oktoberfest celebration!

Instructor: Nithya

Welcome to Chaat Happy Hour 2.0 at Fennel (the chaat happy hour you’ve come to know and love, with a brand new menu!). We’ll unwind from the week, make and drink fancy cocktails, and make some favorite Indian street food snacks (chaat) together. In this class, you’ll learn our formula for easy mix-and-match cocktails and mocktails, then you’ll get to mix your own drinks and enjoy them throughout class. You’ll also learn how to make a variety of flavorful appetizers inspired by Indian street food, then we’ll all snack and drink together while meeting new friends and welcoming the weekend. 

All cocktails on this menu are nonalcoholic, but you’re welcome to bring your own spirits to spike them if you’d like! We recommend gin, tequila, and/or sparkling wine for this menu.

On the menu:

• Goli Baje (savory, fluffy fritters) with Coconut Chutney

• Aloo Chaat (loaded crispy potatoes) with Crispies

• Tandoori Paneer Tikka (marinated & grilled paneer cheese)

• Carrot Halwa (carrot & cardamom dessert)

• Cucumber Mint Spritz

• Spicy Blackberry Margarita

• Paanagam (spiced lemon syrup) Spritzer

Instructor: Kirsten

You’ve asked for help mastering gluten free baking, and we’re so excited to help you make the most buttery, fluffy, flaky gluten free scones you’ve ever had! Learn how to make our favorite recipes for sweet and savory scones with all sorts of fancy-feeling accompaniments. We’ll bake scones, whip up butters, and make homemade lemon curd for the perfect brunch lineup. Each student will get to make their own batch of scones and take home unbaked scones to keep in the freezer and bake off whenever the craving for a fresh scone hits! On the menu:

• Chocolate Orange Blossom Scones

• Blueberry Lemon Lavender Scones

• Pistachio, Parmesan, and Herb Scones

• Scallion Cheddar Scones

• Homemade Lemon Curd

• Sweet & Savory Compound Butters

This class is vegetarian and gluten-free but cannot accommodate vegan students. Classes are BYOB. If you bring champagne to this class, we’ll provide the OJ to make brunch mimosas!

Instructor: Amanda

Get ready to dive into the wonderful world of galettes (freeform tarts) in all their versatility. Galettes are the easy, flexible tarts you’ll come to love for brunches, dinners, and desserts alike. We’ll guide you through the techniques of making super flaky homemade pie crust and then craft both sweet and savory filling combinations before sitting down to enjoy our sweet and savory tart variations together. On the menu: 

• Peach and Almond Cream Galette with Maple Whipped Cream

• Blueberry, Lemon, and Lavender Galette

• Heirloom Tomato Galette with Fresh Mozzarella and Herbs

• Corn, Zucchini, and Ricotta Galette

This class can accommodate vegetarian students, but not vegan or gluten free students. 

Instructor: Jackie

Learn how to make homemade egg pasta dough and form a variety of pasta shapes by hand and with a pasta roller. If you’ve ever been intimidated by the thought of making homemade pasta, let us show you how approachable it can be! We’ll start with a demo so you can see the process behind making homemade pasta dough, then you’ll make your own batch of pasta dough to roll and shape and work in groups to make accompanying sauces. We'll knead, roll, shape, and boil to our hearts' content while pairing with local ingredients to make:

• Farfalle with Mushrooms and Sausage

• Fettuccine with Lemon Ricotta Sauce

• Cavatelli with Pesto and Broccoli Rabe

• Fettuccine All'Amatriciana

Classes are BYOB. This class can accommodate vegetarian students. Please leave a note at checkout if this applies to you or anyone in your group. Please contact us if you have any questions.

*Classes will be available to purchase on Sunday 7/7 at 10 AM

Instructor: Jackie

Learn how to make homemade egg pasta dough and form a variety of pasta shapes by hand and with a pasta roller. If you’ve ever been intimidated by the thought of making homemade pasta, let us show you how approachable it can be! We’ll start with a demo so you can see the process behind making homemade pasta dough, then you’ll make your own batch of pasta dough to roll and shape and work in groups to make accompanying sauces. We'll knead, roll, shape, and boil to our hearts' content while pairing with local ingredients to make:

• Farfalle with Mushrooms and Sausage

• Fettuccine with Lemon Ricotta Sauce

• Cavatelli with Pesto and Broccoli Rabe

• Fettuccine All'Amatriciana

Classes are BYOB. This class can accommodate vegetarian students. Please leave a note at checkout if this applies to you or anyone in your group. Please contact us if you have any questions.

*Classes will be available to purchase on Sunday 7/7 at 10 AM

Instuctor: Nithya

Learn how to make one of India's favorite snacks: the samosa! In this class, we'll make a delicately spiced pastry and stuff it with seasoned potatoes and peas. While the samosas are gently frying, we'll enjoy some chai and prep the sauces, vegetables, and toppings to transform the humble samosa into a street-style chaat masterpiece.

On the menu:

• Potato & Pea Samosas, with all the fixings: green and red chutneys, yogurt, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and sev (crunchy chickpea flour noodles)

• Masala Chai

This class is vegetarian and can accommodate vegan diets.

*Classes will be available to purchase on Sunday 7/7 at 10 AM

*This class is offered more than once. Be sure to choose the right date!

Instructor: Amanda Dulatt

Join us for a fun and creative cookie decorating class where you'll learn the art of using royal icing to transform plain cookies into beautiful, edible masterpieces. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this class is designed to guide you through the basics and more advanced techniques of cookie decoration. This class is perfect for anyone interested in baking and decorating, from beginners to those looking to refine their skills. Whether you're preparing for a special event or simply want to enjoy a fun, creative activity, this class is for you!

What You'll Learn:

• Royal Icing Basics: Learn how to make the perfect royal icing, including the right consistency for different techniques.

• Color Mixing: Discover how to mix vibrant colors and create your own custom shades.

• Piping Techniques: Master the art of piping lines, borders, and intricate designs using a variety of tips.

• Flooding and Wet-on-Wet Technique: Understand how to flood cookies smoothly and create stunning wet-on-wet patterns.

• Detailing and Embellishments: Add the finishing touches with dots, flowers, and other decorative elements to make your cookies stand out.

Class Includes:

• All necessary materials and supplies, including cookies, royal icing, piping bags, and decorating tips.

• Step-by-step instructions and hands-on guidance from an experienced instructor.

• A set of cookies to decorate in class, then take home and enjoy or share with friends and family.

• A recipe packet and decorating tips to help you continue your cookie decorating journey at home.

This class is open to students ages 13+, but students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult with their own purchased ticket - each ticket is for one student and spots cannot be shared. 

*Please note: While we’ll get to snack on cookies and icing as we go, we won’t sit down to a complete meal in this class. You may want to eat a meal beforehand, or you’re welcome to bring anything with you!

*Classes will be available to purchase on Sunday 7/7 at 10 AM

Instructor: Jackie

Learn how to make homemade egg pasta dough and form a variety of pasta shapes by hand and with a pasta roller. If you’ve ever been intimidated by the thought of making homemade pasta, let us show you how approachable it can be! We’ll start with a demo so you can see the process behind making homemade pasta dough, then you’ll make your own batch of pasta dough to roll and shape and work in groups to make accompanying sauces. We'll knead, roll, shape, and boil to our hearts' content while pairing with local ingredients to make:

• Farfalle with Mushrooms and Sausage

• Fettuccine with Lemon Ricotta Sauce

• Cavatelli with Pesto and Broccoli Rabe

• Fettuccine All'Amatriciana

Classes are BYOB. This class can accommodate vegetarian students. Please leave a note at checkout if this applies to you or anyone in your group. Please contact us if you have any questions.

*Classes will be available to purchase on Sunday 7/7 at 10 AM

Instructor: Amanda

Get ready to dive into the wonderful world of galettes (freeform tarts) in all their versatility. Galettes are the easy, flexible tarts you’ll come to love for brunches, dinners, and desserts alike. We’ll guide you through the techniques of making super flaky homemade pie crust and then craft both sweet and savory filling combinations before sitting down to enjoy our sweet and savory tart variations together. On the menu: 

• Peach and Almond Cream Galette with Maple Whipped Cream

• Blueberry, Lemon, and Lavender Galette

• Heirloom Tomato Galette with Fresh Mozzarella and Herbs

• Corn, Zucchini, and Ricotta Galette

This class can accommodate vegetarian students, but not vegan or gluten free students. 

*This class is offered more than once. Be sure to choose the right date!

Instructor: Bomi

This short & sweet two-hour class will introduce you to easy & flavorful Korean street food dishes that will become new favorites in your menu rotation. Bring along some soju to ward off the Sunday Scaries and learn how to make Bomi’s favorite comforting Korean “Seoul food” dishes: Tteokbokki (spicy, sweet, and savory Korean rice cakes) and Seafood Pajeon (Korean pancakes, a rainy day go-to soul food). 

This class is pescetarian but cannot accommodate vegetarian, gluten free, or vegan students.

*Classes will be available to purchase on Sunday 7/7 at 10 AM

Instructor: Kirsten

You’ve asked for help mastering gluten free baking, and we’re so excited to help you make the most buttery, fluffy, flaky gluten free scones you’ve ever had! Learn how to make our favorite recipes for sweet and savory scones with all sorts of fancy-feeling accompaniments. We’ll bake scones, whip up butters, and make homemade lemon curd for the perfect brunch lineup. Each student will get to make their own batch of scones and take home unbaked scones to keep in the freezer and bake off whenever the craving for a fresh scone hits! On the menu:

• Chocolate Orange Blossom Scones

• Blueberry Lemon Lavender Scones

• Pistachio, Parmesan, and Herb Scones

• Scallion Cheddar Scones

• Homemade Lemon Curd

• Sweet & Savory Compound Butters

This class is vegetarian and gluten-free but cannot accommodate vegan students. Classes are BYOB. If you bring champagne to this class, we’ll provide the OJ to make brunch mimosas!

Instructor: Nithya

Welcome to Chaat Happy Hour 2.0 at Fennel (the chaat happy hour you’ve come to know and love, with a brand new menu!). We’ll unwind from the week, make and drink fancy cocktails, and make some favorite Indian street food snacks (chaat) together. In this class, you’ll learn our formula for easy mix-and-match cocktails and mocktails, then you’ll get to mix your own drinks and enjoy them throughout class. You’ll also learn how to make a variety of flavorful appetizers inspired by Indian street food, then we’ll all snack and drink together while meeting new friends and welcoming the weekend. 

All cocktails on this menu are nonalcoholic, but you’re welcome to bring your own spirits to spike them if you’d like! We recommend gin, tequila, and/or sparkling wine for this menu.

On the menu:

• Goli Baje (savory, fluffy fritters) with Coconut Chutney

• Aloo Chaat (loaded crispy potatoes) with Crispies

• Tandoori Paneer Tikka (marinated & grilled paneer cheese)

• Carrot Halwa (carrot & cardamom dessert)

• Cucumber Mint Spritz

• Spicy Blackberry Margarita

• Paanagam (spiced lemon syrup) Spritzer

*Classes will be available to purchase on Sunday 7/7 at 10 AM

Instructor: Jackie

Whether you eat vegan or just want to explore new things to do with vegetables, this class is the perfect way to level up your plant-based cooking skills. You’ll learn how to create a stunning vegan dinner party meal from start to finish with seasonal appetizers, entrees, and dessert. We’ll start by talking about how to plan dinner party cooking so you’re not stressed about getting food to the table on time, then we’ll make appetizers to snack on before cooking entrees and sitting down to dinner and dessert. On the menu:

• Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing

• Fennel & White Bean Crostini

• Creamy Romesco Dip

• Truffled King Oyster “Scallops” with Parsnip Puree

• Charred Cauliflower with Hazelnut Gremolata

• Chocolate-Chai Pot de Creme

This class can accommodate students with gluten free diets. Please leave a note at checkout if this applies to you or anyone in your group.

Classes are BYOB. Please contact us if you have any questions about dietary restrictions.

*Classes will be available to purchase on Sunday 7/7 at 10 AM

Instructors: Jackie & Claire

Fennel is teaming up with your favorite kimchi makers from the Tower Grove Farmers Market: Cozy Cabbage! In this class, you’ll get to hang with Cozy Cabbage co-founder, Claire, to learn all about how their kimchi is made and taste their full lineup of kimchis. We’ll dive into making steamed and pan-fried dumplings filled with tofu, kimchi, and vegetables. You’ll learn how to prepare a traditional kimchi dumpling filling, fold and shape dumplings, perfectly cook both steamed and pan-fried dumplings, and pair simple dipping sauces with your homemade dumplings. 

This class is pescatarian but cannot accommodate vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free students.

Instructor: Jackie

We’re bringing back this fan-favorite class to help you master buttery, flaky scone baking for cozy mornings before the weather warms up. Learn how to make Jackie’s favorite recipes for sweet and savory scones with all sorts of fancy-feeling accompaniments. We’ll bake scones, whip up butters, and make homemade lemon curd for the perfect brunch lineup. Each student will get to make their own batch of scones and take home unbaked scones to keep in the freezer and bake off whenever the craving for a fresh scone hits! On the menu:

• Orange Ginger Scones

• Blueberry Lavender Scones

• Pumpkin, Parmesan & Herb Scones

• Apple, Cheddar & Pecan Scones

• Honey Goat Cheese Butter

• Maple Rosemary Butter

• Homemade Lemon Curd

This class is vegetarian but cannot accommodate vegan or gluten-free students. Classes are BYOB. If you bring champagne to this class, we’ll provide the OJ to make brunch mimosas!

*Classes will be available to purchase on Sunday 7/7 at 10 AM

Instructor: Julie Birnstein

This cooking class is designed to get adults and kids cooking together and is open to 6+ year-old budding chefs who love to get their hands dirty! Students will learn how to plant and care for their very own rosemary, cilantro, mint, or oregano plant (that they’ll get to take home with them), then they’ll practice garden-to-table cooking in a hands-on cooking class featuring all the fresh herbs in their pots. Students will learn all about using herbs in the kitchen and will make herb-filled dishes before sitting down to enjoy a delicious lunch together.

On the menu:

Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Herb Butter

Chicken Street Tacos with Pineapple Cucumber Salsa

Strawberry Mint Agua Fresca

This class is open to students ages 6 and up, each ticket is for one adult and child pair – every child must be accompanied by an adult. Students will eat lunch in class and will go home with a potted herb plant and recipe packet to recreate class dishes at home!

In the “notes” section at checkout, please list the name of the adult and name + age of the child who will be joining us!

Instructor: John Mundell

Colombian food is as diverse as its people and its landscape. With a cuisine that incorporates ingredients native to the Americas, Africa, and Europe, Colombian food is known for its bright colors, textures, and the rich complexity found in simple, fresh ingredients. Perhaps the most well-known food is the arepa, a savory griddle cake usually made of corn meal that is also common in Venezuela that can be topped or cut and stuffed. Patacones are another popular dish consisting of twice-fried unripe plantains served as a side or main dish with savory toppings. 

In this class, you will learn a handful of recipes from the high Andean sierra to the Pacific and Caribbean coasts of Colombia that are superb for entertaining or just a nice lunch at home with the family. You will learn to form arepas by hand as well as tips and tricks on how best to work with green and black plantains. And don’t forget a delicious dessert, too!

On the menu:

• Arepas with two sides: huevos pericos (Colombian scrambled eggs) and maduros (fried sweet plantains)

• Shrimp patacones with a radish slaw

• Chicken patacones with a cabbage salad

• Arroz con leche (rice pudding)

This class is naturally gluten-free: we will be working only with corn, plantains, and rice. The class can accommodate vegetarian students with advanced notice. Please leave a note in the comments if this applies to you or anyone in your group so we can prepare ingredients accordingly.