Cooking Class - Simple Gourmet Pleasures

Make your holiday dinner truly festive with a Beef Wellington. Discover the art of a true holiday classic in this hands-on cooking class in Albany. Under the guidance of Chef Rachel or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare a show-stopping Beef Wellington that’s crisp, golden and savory. On...

Four fabulous dishes come together in an unforgettable Italian menu. Set your table with the tastes of Tuscany in a hands-on cooking class that celebrates the region's finest recipes. A spread brimming with incredible dishes like tomato and olive crostini, seared strip steak and potato gnocchi in pesto comes together...

Add elegant flavor to your holiday celebrations with this seasonal cooking class. Embrace the winter season with this gourmet cooking class in Albany. Under the expert instruction of Chef Rachel or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare an herb-crusted beef tenderloin paired with creamy horseradish...

Whip up creative holiday ravioli in this class. Discover the joy of homemade pasta in this festive holiday cooking class in Albany. Under the expert guidance of Chef Rachel or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll make fresh pasta dough and transform it into butternut squash ravioli draped in brown butter...

Give your friends and family the gift of global flavor. Take a spin around the international dining scene this holiday season with a cooking class that maps out a delicious celebration. Follow along as your instructor guides you through a festive adventure featuring succulent prime rib with smoky pepper crust, tender...

Cook up gourmet Korean BBQ and share the flavor with every bite. Discover the secrets of Korean BBQ in this interactive cooking class in Albany. Guided by Chef Rachel or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll marinate and grill bulgogi beef for lettuce wraps, master crisp scallion pancakes cooked in cast...

Cook up gourmet Korean BBQ and share the flavor with every bite. Discover the secrets of Korean BBQ in this interactive cooking class in Albany. Guided by Chef Rachel or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll marinate and grill bulgogi beef for lettuce wraps, master crisp scallion pancakes cooked in cast...

Give your dining routine a savory European touch. Add a stroke of French style to your dining lineup with this thrilling cooking class on your calendar. Prepare traditional French onion soup, succulent chicken topped with cognac pan sauce, zesty green beans with lemon vinaigrette, and pear tarte Tatin, all under the...

Get hands-on and cook flavorful tamales this holiday season. Discover the joy of holiday tamales in this hands-on cooking class in Albany. Guided by Chef Rachel or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll craft fresh masa and fill it with delicious combinations like shredded pork and green mole, plus cotija...

Indulge in a bougie date night, exploring luxurious flavors and crafting an elevated menu. In this engaging cooking class, you’ll learn to curate a sophisticated selection of dishes. An expert chef will guide you in making fresh pasta and transforming it into succulent lobster-filled ravioli, topped with a...

Bring a taste of Italy home with authentic pasta made from scratch. Celebrate the flavors of Italy in this gourmet pasta-making class in Albany. With step-by-step instruction from Chef Rachel or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll master classic pasta dough before creating two seasonal dishes:...

You and your special someone have a delicious way to ring in 2025. Start the new year off right with a New Year's Eve date night cooking class designed for maximum gourmet cheer. Raise a glass with your entertaining instructor while you learn to prepare steak au poivre, whipped potatoes flavored with truffle, fresh...