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Great class....Great class, unfortunately you cannot bring your own wine anymore to drink with the dinner....Great instructor...had a great time, except for no wine with our food.
Pros: great instructor, food amount, great time
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It was So Fun with the best instructor ! She was so helpful and nice ?...d great!...Chef Michael was awesome; great instructor and fun. The recipes are fantastic. Very enjoyable!!
Pros: informative, fun, delicious meal
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Cooking Class Description: Let the season's best produce lead the way in this vibrant, farmers market-inspired class. Your chef instructor will guide you through grilling a beautiful salmon fillet and topping it with a bright, charred corn and pickled...
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Cooking Class Description: Put your farmers market haul to good use in this class spotlighting in-season veggies. You'll learn to make pie dough for your savory summer tomato, caramelized onion and goat cheese galette and practice your emulsion and knife...
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Cooking Class Description: Make a flavorful meal without even touching your oven! This class delves into delicious seasonal fare, ideal for summer gatherings. Our chef instructor will walk you through grilling a steak, pairing it with a freshly made...
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Cooking Class Description: The quintessential summer treats, strawberry shortcakes make a great finale to every BBQ, picnic and outdoor dinner party. Using fresh strawberries and a few simple pantry staples, you'll learn to make classic strawberry shortcakes...
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Cooking Class Description: Usher in summer with savory coastal flavors. In this class, you'll practice shaping and pan-frying crab cakes, making delicious potatoes, and creating a creamy buttermilk coleslaw.
To get fully prepared for class, download...
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Cooking Class Description: Celebrate the flavors of the season in this hands-on summer class. Your chef instructor will guide you as you prepare cedar plank salmon finished with a vibrant blackberry sauce, toss a golden beet and haricot vert salad and...
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Cooking Class Description: Whisk your date away to the rolling hills of Tuscany—no passport required. In this hands-on class, you’ll enjoy getting cozy in the kitchen as you grill chicken infused with bright lemon and fragrant rosemary. Learn to shape...
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Cooking Class Description: Transport yourselves to the Italian countryside for a night of rustic flavor and effortless technique. You'll learn the art of preparing steak the Italian way, simply seasoned with olive oil, lemon and rosemary and seared to...
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Cooking Class Description: Roll up your sleeves and celebrate the season's best flavors through the art of fresh pasta! In this hands-on class, you'll mix and work your own pasta dough from scratch, then shape it two ways: cutting long, silky linguine...
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Cooking Class Description: Celebrate the best of summer produce in this bright and laid-back cooking class. You'll learn to prepare a Grilled Chicken with a vibrant Charred Lemon Salsa Verde alongside a stunning Summer Tomato, Caramelized Onion and Goat...
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Cooking Class Description: This class has been hand-selected by Food Network as a Food Network Favorite — a designation reserved for the culinary experiences that truly deliver. Escape to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean with your favorite...
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Cooking Class Description: Bring the energy of a summer dinner party into the kitchen in this hands-on class built around the grill. You'll learn to stretch and grill pizza dough to smoky, charred perfection and top it two ways: a Crispy Chorizo and...
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Cooking Class Description: Starting with a single batch of fresh dough, you'll form orecchiette by hand and pair it with roasted squash, crispy sage and shaved Pecorino, then cut wide ribbons of pappardelle to toss with a slow-simmered Tuscan sausage...
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Cooking Class Description: A classic Tuscan dinner, made from scratch. You'll braise chicken thighs until fall-apart tender and finish them with briny capers and a glossy pan sauce, then dress a sturdy kale salad with sharp Parmesan vinaigrette. White...
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Cooking Class Description: Celebrate the last lingering warmth of summer with a menu that captures the season at its peak. You'll sear skirt steak and pair it with a vibrant from-scratch salsa verde. A farro risotto enriched with red wine and fresh thyme...
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I love every class I take!...Love all the cooking classes at Sur la Table. Always a fun date with my husband
Pros: fun, delicious meal, enjoyment
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We always love the date nights. . Loved the company-You get to meet fun people....Chef Bre is the absolute best!...Chef Bre showed us that we can make great food at home with the right ingredients and technique.
Pros: fun experience, fun, educational
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I am so glad I did it, it was a great learning experience...Kelly was great - very fun and informative!
Pros: fun for the whole family, hands-on, well organized
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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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Love me some gnocchi! Actually I could go for some right now!...Great Class...It was a great class and we really had a funny time!!
Pros: fun, educational, good recipes
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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.
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Cooking Class Description: Amazing food is everywhere in New Orleans and in this class, you’ll get to bring home flavors from the French Quarter. You'll learn how to make a shrimp étouffée by whisking together a dark roux and adding the shrimp in to...
Cooking Classes For Summer Menu Ideas
Cooking classes for summer menu ideas offer a fresh way to bring vibrant flavors and seasonal inspiration to your table. Whether you’re planning backyard gatherings, casual weeknight dinners, or festive celebrations, these classes make it easy to master dishes that celebrate the best of summer. Discover techniques and recipes that highlight crisp produce, lighter fare, and crowd-pleasing favorites, all designed to help you savor every moment of the season. Let your summer menus shine with creativity and confidence.
Best Of FAQ
Summer menu cooking classes often focus on light, fresh, and seasonal dishes. You can expect to learn recipes featuring grilled meats and vegetables, vibrant salads, chilled soups, seafood, and fruit-based desserts that highlight the best flavors of the season.
Cooking classes for summer menu ideas are designed for all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner looking to expand your repertoire or an experienced cook seeking new inspiration, instructors provide step-by-step guidance to ensure everyone can follow along and enjoy the experience.
Many summer menu cooking classes offer vegetarian or vegan recipes, focusing on the abundance of fresh produce available during the season. Check class descriptions for specific details about dietary accommodations.
Yes, summer menu cooking classes often emphasize techniques that minimize heat in the kitchen, such as grilling outdoors, using minimal-cook methods, or preparing no-cook dishes like salads and chilled appetizers.
Absolutely! Instructors frequently share suggestions for pairing your summer creations with refreshing beverages like iced teas, lemonades, cocktails, or wines that complement seasonal flavors.
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"Chef Michael was awesome; great instructor and fun. The recipes are fantastic. Very enjoyable"
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"I am so glad I did it, it was a great learning experience"
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"Chef Michael was awesome; great instructor and fun. The recipes are fantastic. Very enjoyable"
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"Love the classes, I see lot for date nights"
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"Everything was great. I would highly recommend this course"
