Enjoy the best of two worlds as Cajun and Asian cuisine unite in one bite. Explore a tale of two cultures in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Megan, where the unexpected symphony of flavors from Southeast Asia meets Cajun spice from the Louisiana bayou. Begin by preparing spring rolls filled with the flavors of a shrimp boil and hearty vegetables, and fry rice with pineapple, crab and oyster sauce. For the entrée, Chef Megan will teach you how to brew the perfect beef short rib ramen in a savory broth with fresh noodles, and whip up matcha panna cotta with heavy cream. Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Experience the flavors of Creole and Cajun cooking in a class led by a local chef. Turn your adventure in Louisiana into a voyage of culinary discovery with this exciting cooking class in New Orleans! Chef Jerry, your talented traveling instructor, will come to you to demonstrate authentic methods for preparing an array of traditional Cajun and Creole dishes. Choose a custom menu featuring favorites like crawfish bisque, jambalaya, gumbo and bananas Foster for a personalized session you can enjoy wherever you're staying in the city. Book today to make your visit memorable. Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to accompany the menu, and may request pairing recommendations from the chef upon booking.

Dive into the history and techniques behind Louisiana’s signature dish. In this in-depth cooking class, Chef Ashley teaches the heritage and structure of an authentic Louisiana seafood gumbo. You’ll practice time-honored methods for developing traditional gumbo from making a dark roux to developing the flavors with each layer of ingredients. Test your knife skills while chopping the trinity of bell peppers, onions and celery, then learn how to properly season a true New Orleans dish. While you cook, Chef Ashley shares the story of gumbo and its significance to regional cuisine. Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Picture yourself in a French bistro as you create and enjoy four classic French dishes. Master the art of French cooking techniques that you will keep in your kitchen repertoire for years to come. Chef Megan will guide this hands-on cooking class as you prepare beloved French dishes together. Begin by making decadent lobster bisque complete with bits of tender lobster meat, and a fresh bistro salad with spinach, bacon and wonderfully tangy vinaigrette. Then, learn how to cook beef bourguignon, a quintessential French dish, stewed low and slow in red wine. For dessert, Chef Megan will show you how to make crème brûlée. Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Discover the fascinating influence of Asian cooking in a New Orleans staple. In this fun and informative cooking class, you’ll explore the diverse culinary influences and their legacy in Louisiana cuisine. Start with a creative fusion of crawfish in hand-stuffed and fried spring rolls with Thai chili sauce. Next, Chef Ashley shares the history of yaka mein, known as “Ol’ Sober,” a peppery beef noodle soup created by a local icon that blends Chinese and Creole cuisines. Finish the meal with a nod to the French in a matcha crème brûlée. Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

This Southern meal brings together a tasty trio of beloved dishes from New Orleans. Southern cooking is some of the most satisfying in the world, as you'll learn in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jerry. Sample goodness from ocean, farm and field, blended into three indulgent dishes to savor. Start with a crawfish and corn bisque, made rich and flavorful with heavy cream and classic Southern seasoning. Then, cook up shrimp-stuffed catfish served with a savory crab sauce. And create an authentic French bread pudding warmly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg for a perfect chef's kiss of a dessert. Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Experience the powerful flavors of Cajun and Creole cuisine during this engaging cooking experience. If you're ready to explore the timeless flavors of traditional New Orleans cuisine, this cooking class is right up your alley. The talented Chef Charmaigne grew up cooking authentic Cajun and Creole food in Louisiana and she's ready to share the secrets behind her flavor-packed recipes. From smoked alligator sausage sliders to a decadent banana foster, this hands-on class is a complete celebration of Louisiana cuisine, honoring the distinctive flavors of Cajun and Creole cooking. Throw your taste buds a party worthy of the French Quarter and experience what NOLA cuisine is all about! Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Enjoy a traditional meal from the bayou, with a nice kick of Cajun spices. Lean into the heat of traditional Cajun cooking in this hands-on cooking experience with Chef Megan. Before preparing dishes, you will craft your own blend of spices, reflecting your heat preference, before making classic bayou-style recipes. Start with local shrimp-stuffed eggplant complete with a crunchy top and blend of Cajun spices. Next, learn how to cook a Southern classic, BBQ shrimp and grits, with garlicky asparagus on the side, and another Cajun favorite: Banana pudding layered with cookies and pudding. Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

The traditions of authentic Louisiana cuisine come to life in a selection of classic recipes. Discover a menu of Southern favorites in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jerry. He'll introduce you to the bountiful flavors and fresh ingredients that make Louisiana cuisine a true original. Celebrate the south as you prepare a batch of smokey BBQ shrimp in a buttery white wine sauce. Then, create seafood boudin balls — fritters loaded with fresh crab, shrimp and rice. Whip up a pot of spicy jambalaya studded with chicken and sausage, then fry a batch of authentic beignets as a perfect New Orleans dessert. Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Bring the savory flavors of Southern seafood to your home table with this sumptuous spread. Learn how to create a trio of shrimp dishes with classic Gulf Coast flavor in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jerry. He'll share his secrets for adding Southern flair to a selection of recipes that celebrate coastal cuisine. Start by preparing a spicy blackened shrimp salad with fresh greens and tomatoes before cooking up shrimp tacos topped with cabbage and fiery Sriracha sauce. Then, whip up shrimp and grits, a creamy Louisiana favorite. And an indulgent bananas Foster served with ice cream awaits you as an authentic New Orleans dessert. Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

This hands-on cooking class is the ultimate celebration of Southern comfort food. Explore the comforting nature of authentic Southern cooking during this engaging cooking class! The talented Chef Charmaigne will help you craft a delectable Southern feast. You'll start with a cozy bowl of vichyssoise soup made from potatoes, leeks, heavy cream and herbs. Next up, is a flavor-packed classic Creole dish, a blackened Gulf shrimp en brochette, followed by the chef's special Texas King Ranch chicken casserole, which serves as a hearty main. For dessert, you'll prepare a perfect peach cobbler, topped with a generous scoop of French vanilla ice cream. Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Craft a refreshing menu of vegetarian Greek dishes using fresh ingredients and creative recipes. This cooking class is a meat-free culinary adventure through the flavors of the Mediterranean. Chef Charmaigne will guide you along your vegetarian Greek quest. To start, a perfectly simple and traditional Greek salad. Next, you'll make stuffed cucumber bites with hummus, tomatoes, feta cheese, red onions and herbs. For your main course, you'll craft an authentic spanakopita, a traditional Greek spinach pie, which you'll top with a serving of fresh tzatziki sauce. Save room for dessert, where you'll enjoy fresh baklava, one of the most popular treats in Mediterranean cuisine. Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.