Holiday Cooking Classes in Houston

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...

Create a hearty three-course Italian dinner perfect for entertaining in this in-person class from Chef Christmas. These dishes are a step beyond what you're used to when it comes to Italian home cooking. You'll start with a zuppa Toscana loaded with Italian sausage and potatoes before preparing a classic chicken marsala and risotto and a broccolini and carrot side dish. Whip up a delightful lemon cream cake as a perfect chef's kiss to end your modern Itali...

Enjoy a romantic evening with your significant other as you prepare irresistible recipes in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Michelle. You'll learn new cooking techniques and tips for preparing each dish like a professional as you cook together. First, you'll prepare a fromage tart complete with a spring salad and tangy Champagne vinaigrette. For your romantic entrée, you'll learn how to perfectly prepare steak and lobster paired with delicious sides...

Chef Wei will teach you traditional techniques for preparing Chinese dim sum at home in this interactive cooking class. You'll learn how to make the dumpling wrappers and fillings from scratch, as well as several styles of dumpling folding. To start, you'll prepare pork and vegetable pot stickers. Next up is making savory shumai, an open faced dumpling. Then you'll learn how to make wontons for a satisfying noodle and wonton soup. Class wraps up with a sav...

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 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...

French cooking doesn’t have to be intimidating with Chef Stephanie’s simple, yet satisfying recipes. Join her in preparing a three-course meal of popular French dishes, starting with light and creamy salmon rillettes spread on bite-sized baguettes. To follow, you will marinate and bake an elegant pork tenderloin with a whole grain mustard crust and serve it alongside cheesy potatoes au gratin and bacon-wrapped green beans. Finally, whisk, fold and mix...

All of your favorite fast food breakfast indulgencies get a gourmet holiday makeover in this fun cooking class! With Chef Christmas as you expert guide, you'll delight in making a delicious slew of fast food-inspired recipes just in time for your holiday home cooking.To start, you'll toss together a refreshing honey fruit salad with the bright flavor of mint. Then, recreate wonderfully golden and crisp McDonald's hash browns to serve alongside fluffy indul...

In this hands-on cooking class, kids (and adults!) will learn how to make pizza from scratch with the guidance of Chef Michelle. An expert instructor and cook, Chef Michelle will teach the class how to make from-scratch pizza, helping your children learn valuable cooking skills while they have fun. Begin by skewering mozzarella, basil, and tomatoes to make a refreshing appetizer of caprese skewers. Next, kids will learn how to knead flour, water and oil in...

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...

Master the elegance of French haute cuisine in this cooking class with Chef Christmas. Led by experienced culinary professional Chef Christmas, you will learn essential kitchen techniques and knife skills, from preparing fresh meats and flavorful vegetables to expertly balancing herbs and spices. Start by crafting a refreshing salad of Romaine lettuce and crunchy walnuts, the perfect start to a refined French-inspired meal. Next, master the art of preparin...