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Cooking Class Description: Treat the family to some of their favorite Asian foods in this hands-on class designed especially for children and parents to work together in the kitchen. You’ll learn to prepare a savory stir-fried noodle dish packed with...
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Great class and the Chef made it extra fun for my 10 year old grandson by encouraging him to participate
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Cooking Class Description: Enjoy a tasty lunch break with the whole family! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to make a kid-approved meal of Cornflake-Crusted Chicken and Rainbow Skewers paired with a delicious dip, all while having some fun family...
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Cooking Class Description: Bring everyone into the kitchen for a lively Tex-Mex feast made. You’ll grill flavorful carne asada with peppers and onions, roll and cook Homemade Flour Tortillas and prepare fresh guacamole and melty Queso Fundido with baked...
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Cooking Class Description: Gather the family for a night of crowd-pleasing sweets! Kids and adults will work side-by-side under the guidance of our chef instructors to bake decadent Chocolate Pecan Brownies paired with a from-scratch Vanilla Bean Ice...
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Cooking Class Description: Bring the whole family to the pasta party. Kids and adults will roll up their sleeves and work together to assemble their own mini baked lasagnas, layered and bubbling and cheesy. You'll also toss a classic Caesar salad with...
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Cooking Class Description: Who needs takeout when you can make authentic Thai dishes at home? Bring your young chef and explore vibrant Thai flavors together as you grill tender Chicken Satay and whip up a bold Peanut Sauce for dipping. You'll roll Fresh...
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Cooking Class Description: Bake up sweet memories with the whole family in this crowd-pleasing class built for kids and adults alike. Your chef instructor guides everyone through three beloved treats: soft, warmly spiced Whoopie Pies, infused with pumpkin...
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Cooking Class Description: Gather the family for a fun twist on a classic comfort dish, all from your own kitchen! Kids and adults will work together to mix fresh dough and roll it into pillowy gnocchi, then toss it in a rich and cheesy sauce. Alongside...
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Cooking Class Description: Celebrate with the family by learning how to create a fun and flavorful cupcake! Kids and adults will team up to craft batters and bake tie-dye cupcakes. Plus, you’ll learn piping techniques with red and blue buttercream and...
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Great experience! I'll be back!...Elise was a great teacher!...The fresh, homemade butter was the best! So fun!...We love SLT cooking classes, highly recommend!
Pros: informative, fun, fantastic instructor
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Great food! The best Banana foster I have ever had!...Great experience, great food!
Pros: delicious food, enjoyable class, fun
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Cooking Class Description: Celebrate Dad with this fun summer menu! Our chef instructor will teach you to marinate and grill flavorful Beer Can Chicken, providing non-beer alternatives so everyone can partake. You’ll learn to create a delicious mop sauce...
Pros: good instructor, fun experience
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Great Class!...Thank you so much for making it the best learning experience for my Granddaughter.
Pros: educational, hands-on learning, knife safety
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Cooking Class Description: Enjoy sweet summer treats in this hands-on class designed for kids and adults to cook together. Take a shortcut to cake pops by using premade cake as you learn to mix cream cheese frosting, shape cake pop centers and decorate...
Pros: good teacher, enjoyable, bonding experience
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Cooking Class Description: Designed for ages 7–11, this series combines creativity with essential kitchen skills as young bakers explore everything from muffins and popovers to pizza pinwheels and fruit galettes. Guided by a professional chef instructor,...
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Cooking Class Description: Here’s one thing the whole world can agree on—dumplings are delicious! Learn how to make some of our favorites, from Italian gnudi to Chinese pot stickers and Panamanian empanadas. Practice mixing dough and shaping dumplings,...
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Cooking Class Description: Fun, hands-on and educational, our new kids' series is the perfect activity! Your young chef will learn valuable kitchen skills while baking two pie variations.
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Cori is the best chef/teacher. She is patient and makes baking/cooking easy and fun for all ages.
Pros: suitable for all ages, ease of learning, patience
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Cooking Class Description: Who needs takeout when you can easily recreate your Chinese restaurant favorites at home? In this hands-on class, our instructor will introduce you to the spices and ingredients that make Chinese cuisine uniquely delicious...
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Cooking Class Description: Explore bold, vibrant flavors in this hands-on journey through Latin America. You’ll grill Peruvian-spiced chicken, prepare savory Poblano Rice and put together a grilled shrimp ceviche served with crisp plantain chips. A refreshing...
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Cooking Class Description: Fire up the grill and celebrate Southern comfort in this hands-on barbecue class. You’ll grill juicy chicken thighs drizzled with tangy Alabama white sauce, prepare creamy Three-Cheese Mac and Cheese and cook classic Collard...
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Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.
What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups... -
Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.
What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups...
Back To School Family Activity Ideas
Back to school season is the perfect time to reconnect as a family and create new routines together. Explore back to school family activity ideas that make the transition from summer to fall fun and memorable for everyone. Whether you’re looking for ways to spark creativity, encourage teamwork, or simply spend quality time after a busy day, these ideas are designed to bring everyone together around the table. Discover inspiration for activities that fit your family’s schedule and help make every moment count as the school year begins.
Best Of FAQ
Back to school season is a great time to reconnect as a family. Popular activities include cooking classes, arts and crafts nights, family game nights, and outdoor picnics. Cooking together is especially rewarding, as it helps kids learn new skills while spending quality time with loved ones.
Cooking classes offer families a chance to bond, develop teamwork, and teach children valuable life skills. They also encourage healthy eating habits and can make weeknight dinners more enjoyable and efficient once the school year starts.
Yes! Many cooking classes are designed specifically for families and accommodate a wide range of ages. These classes often feature kid-friendly recipes and hands-on activities that everyone can enjoy together.
Family cooking classes often focus on simple, approachable recipes such as homemade pizzas, pasta dishes, tacos, or baked treats. These recipes are chosen for their ease of preparation and ability to involve participants of all skill levels.
Engaging in family activities like cooking together fosters communication and teamwork, helping children feel supported as they adjust to new routines. It also creates positive memories that can make the start of the school year more exciting and less stressful.