Cooking Classes for Beginners in Austin

Immerse yourself in the heart of Italian home cooking during this interactive cooking class with Chef Erin!Under her expert guidance, you'll learn how to make pasta and bruschetta from scratch. Begin the class by learning the time-honored recipe to make pasta dough from scratch with flour, olive oil and eggs. Then, master the technique of kneading the dough and shaping it into tagliatelle pasta. As the pasta boils, cook up a fresh marinara sauce with crush...

Join Chef Danushka in this interactive cooking class featuring traditional Thai cuisine. You'll experience the authentic flavors and spices of exciting Thai dishes across three courses as you learn new culinary techniques with Chef Danushka. Begin with a traditional array of lettuce cups stuffed with hearty pork larb. Then, you'll learn how to prepare a savory Thai braised chicken paired with earthy stir-fried greens. For dessert, you'll create a light and...

Join Chef Zach, to learn how to prepare a three-course meal typical of Central Italy, a powerhouse of Italian regional cooking. First, you'll craft fresh spinach and egg fettuccine by hand. Then, Chef Zach will show you how to create a colorful and delicious insalata tricolore. Finish up with an authentic custard with fresh berries for dessert.MENUStraw and Hay Fresh PastaHandmade spinach and egg fettuccine with prosciutto, peas and ParmesanItalian Grilled...

Delhi is renowned for its multicultural population and diverse cuisine, and in this fun cooking class you'll discover why variety truly is the spice of life. Chef Taruna will lead you through an interactive class where you will learn the secrets behind some of Delhi's most distinct flavor profiles. Through hands-on preparation of dishes like dal tadka and butter chicken, you will discover the intricate fusion of flavors that make Indian cuisine so exceptio...

In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Megan, you will learn how to prepare a four-course Southern-style brunch using a bounty of fresh, high-quality ingredients. You will begin this class with freshly squeezed fruit juice, a deviled egg appetizer and a seasonal fruit salad of melon and berries dressed with lime and mint. Then, Chef Megan will dive into teaching you how to prepare an all-star lineup of Southern comfort food brunch favorites: home fries s...

It's always the right time for paella, according to Chef Aaron! In this hands-on class, you’ll discover how to create one of your own.Begin your Spanish feast by preparing tapas of cured ham, manchego and romesco sauce, served on crisp baguette slices, and put together a refreshing salad featuring Castelvetrano olives, tomatoes, and aged manchego. Then comes the heart of this culinary celebration, a seafood paella studded with mussels, chorizo, shrimp an...

Whip up a slew of mouthwatering classic Latin dishes in this hands-on cooking class. With Chef Tera as your expert guide, you'll learn valuable culinary tips and techniques as you make four vibrant, delicious dishes.To start, you'll make warm, salty homemade tortilla chips and the best tableside guacamole you've ever had. Learn how to expertly season and grill shrimp with a zesty garlic herb Cajun seasoning before preparing perfectly juicy flank steak for...

Chef Susie takes you on a voyage of culinary discovery in this Korean-themed cooking class. Learn how fresh ingredients and traditional technique blend to create a magical Asian meal. You'll create a simple salad featuring mixed greens and garden vegetables topped with tangy homemade dressing and transform flank steak and zesty add-ins into classic beef bulgogi. There's a lesson in pickled daikon radishes for side dish with zing and an authentic mango stic...

Asian cuisine that makes the most of fresh seasonal ingredients is an undeniable winner. In this hands-on class with Chef Danushka, you’ll learn how to put it all together.Chef Danushka will introduce you to an array of new seasonings and spices, and teach you necessary knife skills and the best ways to plate your creations as you prepare comforting chicken wonton soup, savory stir-fried pork with eggplant, onions and garlic and scallion rice cakes made...

Discover that ramen noodles can be savory and comforting without animal products in this engaging vegan cooking class. Culinary expert Chef Megan will guide you in mastering vegan takes on traditional dishes that are easy to recreate at home. Begin by crafting an earthy green bean dish and tangy, crunchy cucumber salad for your appetizers. Pair freshly-made noodles with a rich, flavorful broth simmering with miso, ginger and garlic for your ramen. Chef Meg...

Skip takeout and learn how to make modern Asian cuisine in this engaging cooking class. Chef Susie will guide you using authentic culinary techniques and a lesson in knife skills to create your favorite Asian dishes that you'll be able to recreate any time the craving hits!Begin by creating fried pot stickers with seasonal vegetables and a sweet chili sauce on the side. Then, marinate chicken in hoisin sauce for fresh lettuce wraps. Prepare a sweet and sav...

Explore the incredible flavors of Thailand in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Susie where you’ll learn how to prepare three authentic Thai-style recipes. Chef Susie will show you how to transform classic ingredients, such as fresh vegetables, cilantro and coconut milk, into rich and flavorful dishes, including vegetable springs and an authentic chicken pad Thai. Lastly, your class will end on a sweet note as you whip up a mango stick rice for desse...