Holiday Cooking Classes in Tampa

Treat yourself to a French culinary adventure in a cooking class where gourmet is the only way! Chef Vivian and Michi are on board to show you authentic techniques for preparing a one-of-a-kind selection of regional French favorites. Representing Northern France, ratatouille, featuring slices of garden-fresh squash, tomatoes and eggplant. For fine coastal flavor, prepare fresh bouillabaisse in your choice of seafood or vegetarian versions. You'll also crea...

In this hands-on sushi class with Chef Ricky, you will learn how to prepare three popular sushi rolls and more from scratch using fresh, high-quality ingredients and time-honored Japanese sushi-making techniques. Some of the sushi rolls you can look forward to crafting include a classic California roll, a spicy tuna roll with homemade aioli and a crunchy shrimp tempura roll with sweet soy glaze. Plus, you'll learn how to prepare a fruit sushi temari with c...

In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Danh, learn to incorporate artistry and unique ingredients into your sushi-making skill set. You'll make impressive dishes and learn valuable techniques to bring home with you.Begin this advanced sushi preparation course with a twist on nachos featuring seared tuna over crisp wontons topped with tangy salsa. Next, you will create three colorful rolls including a volcano roll, a smoky salmon roll and a tempura-fried...

Join Chefs Vivian and Michi in this hands-on cooking class as you explore four-courses of Mediterranean fusion. First, Chefs Vivian and Michi will teach you how to prepare sizzling and spicy gambas al pil pil with shrimp and fragrant garlic. Next, you'll learn how to make two show-stopping entrees; aromatic Mediterranean chicken with assorted roasted vegetables and parsley, and a savory vegetarian paella with a vibrant assortment of peppers, onions, mushro...

Join Chef Ricky in this fun and interactive cooking class on advanced sushi-making techniques. You'll use fresh ingredients to create a variety of sushi selections. Start by preparing miso soup with dashi, tofu and seaweed. Next comes a variety of nigiri, including flame-seared Scottish salmon, yellowfin tuna with wasabi, hamachi with yuzu and toro with bluefin tuna. Get creative with a perfectly plated gunkan maki. End with a colorful dessert temari with...

Bring your budding chefs into the kitchen for an introductory sushi session in a cooking class where kids run the restaurant! Chef Vivian and Michi are on deck to show your little gourmets how to create their own versions of sushi rolls and a selection of sweet and savory sides. They'll start by assembling a classic miso soup peppered with tofu and warm scallions before crafting a double dose of sushi goodness, dragon rolls featuring shrimp tempura and Cal...

Join Chef Ricky for an interactive cooking class where you'll learn how to make pasta from scratch and fresh ricotta to use in a few timeless Italian dishes. First, you'll learn to prepare a traditional shrimp scampi with a light white wine sauce and fresh herbs. Then, layer your homemade pasta and ricotta cheese into a decadent lasagne al forno, a simplified yet elegant take on the classic lasagne. Then you'll sharpen your knife skills as you learn to pre...

Join Chef Vivian and Michi to prepare a fancy three-course fine-dining menu in this hands-on cooking class. Using high-quality authentic Japanese ingredients and traditional French cooking techniques, you'll cook a lavish dinner course worthy of any Michelin star restaurant. After learning smart knife skills, you'll assemble a radish and cucumber salad topped with edible flowers and gold leaf. Then, you'll learn how to prepare a traditional seafood sunomon...