Class Detail
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07/06/2023 6:30 – 9:00 pm Sizzling Summer BBQ (Hands On)
$85.00Chef Paul Richards presents Sizzling Summer BBQ (Hands On)
Call your grilling partners, your neighbors, your friends, your best buddy to join in the cooking fun. Sweet, smoky, slightly spicy, and even with a hint of mustard, tonight is a celebration of all things barbecue. Summer is in full swing, and the backyard is just beckoning for the next big cookout. Light the citronella candles and pull up a lawn chair; this menu will have your guests waiting to be invited back again. On the menu: Lynchburg Lemonade Jars; Burnt Ends Brisket with Hickory BBQ Sauce, Green Bean Salad with Carolina Mustard BBQ Dressing, Pulled Chicken with Georgia Peach BBQ & Cornbread, and Texas Sheet Cake with Cherry Cream
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
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07/08/2023 3:00 – 4:00 pm Knife Skills at 3 (Hands On)
$30.00Marcel’s Chefs present Knife Skills at 3 (Hands On)
Good knives and impeccable knife skills are critical for all cooks and chefs. Knowing how to effectively use a good chef’s knife will shorten the time you spend in the kitchen and give you confidence to tackle any recipe. Repetition and practice are at the heart of the development of high-level knife skills and when used properly, your knife performs much more efficiently. Our chef will take you beyond dicing and chiffonade, exploring advanced knife techniques, the best use for different knives, safety, storage, and care. All cutlery and accessories will be 20% off for class participants.
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07/08/2023 6:30 – 9:00 pm Baja Beach Party (Hands On)
$95.00Chef Robin Nathan presents Baja Beach Club (Hands On)
Baja California is bordered by the Pacific and the Sea of Cortes and divided into two states, Baja Sur & Baja Norte, and it’s the trifecta of culinary delights. Great seafood flows from the enormous coastline and Baja’s food scene runs hip and trendy parallel with traditional Mexican fare. But one thing remains constant; from low rent street-side taco stands to the swankiest seaside five stars, Baja ensures you can eat like a king. On the menu: Tequila-Watermelon Spritz, Scallop Ceviche with Mango and Chiles, Baja Style Beer Batter Fish Tacos with Lime Crema, Cabbage & Pickled Onion, Rice with Sweet Plantains, and Negro Modelo Ice Cream
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
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07/10/2023 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Big Kids: Essential Techniques Day 1 Ages 12 -16
$55.00Chef Clair Smith presents Big Kids: Essential Techniques Day 1 Ages 12-16 (Hands On)
The secret of any good cook is a solid foundation of cooking techniques. In this four-day camp, you’ll build your culinary knowledge, learn to season and taste, connect to your ingredients and experience with hands-on practice, and a new set of cooking skills each day. No matter what your current level of experience, at the end of this camp, you will have a better understanding of creating great food. On the menu:
Day 1: Poaching: Frisée Salad with Poached Egg and Warm Bacon Vinaigrette, Poached Chicken Breast Salad with Sliced Almonds and Grapes, and Poached Peaches with Honey and Clove Syrup over Vanilla Ice Cream.
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
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07/11/2023 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Big Kids: Essential Techniques Day 2 Ages 12 – 16
$55.00Chef Clair Smith presents Big Kids: Essential Techniques Day 2 Ages 12-16(Hands On)
The secret of any good cook is a solid foundation of cooking techniques. In this four-day camp, you’ll build your culinary knowledge, learn to season and taste, connect to your ingredients and experience with hands-on practice, and a new set of cooking skills each day. No matter what your current level of experience, at the end of this camp, you will have a better understanding of creating great food. On the menu:
Day 2: Roasting: Roasted Mango & Avocado Salsa over Spiced Roasted Pork Tenderloin, Cheesy Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and Roasted Plum Crumble
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
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07/12/2023 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Big Kids: Essential Techniques Day 3 Ages 12 – 16
$55.00Chef Clair Smith presents Big Kids: Essential Techniques Day 3 Ages 12-16 (Hands On)
The secret of any good cook is a solid foundation of cooking techniques. In this four-day camp, you’ll build your culinary knowledge, learn to season and taste, connect to your ingredients and experience with hands-on practice, and a new set of cooking skills each day. No matter what your current level of experience, at the end of this camp, you will have a better understanding of creating great food. On the menu:
Day 3: Pan Frying: Crispy Parmesan Chicken Tenders with French toast and a Spicy/Sweet Maple Syrup, Fried Green Tomato BLT Bites, and Pan-fried Plantains with Cinnamon Powdered Sugar
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
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07/12/2023 6:00 – 8:30 pm Family Cooking: BBQ Bests (Hands On)
$60.00Chef Brandy Fernow presents Family Cooking: BBQ Bests (Hand On)
It’s family night in Marcel’s kitchen! Bring cooking together as a family back: learn, create, execute, and share a meal made together. Not only will you share conversation and dine together, but you will also develop the skills designed to get dinner on the table- dividing tasks, time management, communication – all intended to make this easier to recreate at home. Families of any size are welcome with children aged 8 and older. Price is per person; wine and beer will be served with the class for adults. On the menu: Grilled Corn on the Cob with Basil Butter and Parmesan, Pork Ribs on the Barbie with Summer Berry Barbeque Sauce, Grilled Fingerling Potatoes with Crispy Bacon and Chives, and Grilled Peach Waffle Bowl Sundaes with Oatmeal Crumble
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
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07/13/2023 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Big Kids: Essential Techniques Day 4 Ages 12 – 16
$55.00Chef Clair Smith presents Big Kids: Essential Techniques Day 4 Ages 12-16 (Hands On)
The secret of any good cook is a solid foundation of cooking techniques. In this four-day camp, you’ll build your culinary knowledge, learn to season and taste, connect to your ingredients and experience with hands-on practice, and a new set of cooking skills each day. No matter what your current level of experience, at the end of this camp, you will have a better understanding of creating great food. On the menu:
Day 4: Grilling: Grilled Panzanella Salad with Peaches and Tomato Vinaigrette, Grilled Cheese with Brie, Grilled Peaches and Bacon Jam, and Grilled Pineapple with Caramelized Brown Sugar Cinnamon Glaze.
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
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07/13/2023 6:30 – 9:00 pm Beach Eats (Hands On)
$85.00Chef Robin Nathan presents Beach Eats (Hands On)
Soft sand, salty air and great waves are not the only reasons we love the beach. From the Pacific to the Atlantic, from the Gulf to the Caribbean and the Mediterranean too, Chef Robin cooks coast to coast, delivering the fresh flavors and tastes of beach-centric cuisine with the best beach eats – small plates style! On the menu: Caribbean Painkiller Cocktails, Brazilian Grilled Cheese Sticks with Herb Dipping Sauce (Queijo Coalho), Baja Shrimp Tostadas with Avocado Crema and Pico de Gallo, Pinchos Moruños (Spanish Pork Skewers), and Hawaiian Shaved Ice with Fresh Mango and Raspberries
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
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07/14/2023 6:30 – 9:00 pm Burgers & Bourbon (Cocktail Party w Interactive Demos)
$95.00Chef Roger Herring presents Burgers & Bourbon (Cocktail Party w Interactive Demonstration)
What better way to indulge in burgers than by pairing them perfectly with bourbon-based cocktails? Build a series of mouthwatering burgers, including bison, turkey and the supporting cast of sides and even a bourbon-spiked dessert! Once constructed and plated, we’ll pair the perfect burgers and sides with a bourbon (or two!). On the menu: The 1934 Laha’s Red Castle Smash Burger, Bison Burger with Bourbon, Caramelized Onions, and Havarti, The Perfect Turkey Burger with Stilton Cheese Sauce, Oven Roasted Truffled Parmesan Fries, Shredded Caeser with Bourbon Garlic Focaccia Croutons, and This Morning’s Left-Over Donut Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
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07/15/2023 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Just Picked Mini Pastries (Hands On)
$80.00Chef Rachel Cuzzone presents Just Picked Mini Pastries (Hands On)
Sometimes less is more, especially in the heat of the summer when swimsuits are the fashion and lighter fare is on the menu. Chef Rachel delivers sweet inspiration, making big desserts in tiny ways. Perfect in their miniature form as individual desserts and one bite treats, these summer sweets are big on flavor wrapped in small, delicious packages! On the menu: Mini Black Currant Scones, Lemon Iced Bundtlets, and Mini PB&J Pies
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
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07/17/2023 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Mid Kids: Sand, Sun & Fun Day 1 Ages 9 – 11
$50.00Chef Heather Ude presents Mid Kids: Sand, Sun & Fun Day 1 Ages 9-11 (Hands On)
Lunch at the beach just tastes so much better! A day at the pool or the beach can work up quite an appetite so make sure you are beach-ready with meals and snacks that keep you in the water, not standing in line at the concession stand. Join Chef Heather and fill your coolers with just the right nibbles and bites to keep you cool and fueled all day long. On the menu:
Monday: Summer Veggie Noodle Bowls, Grilled Peach and Pineapple Salsa with Lime Corn Chips, and Sunny Beach Parfaits
Please note: We cannot change class menus or guarantee that those with dietary restrictions will be able to eat everything made during class. Our kitchens are not an allergen-free environment.
