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Cooking Class Description: We'll show you how to customize a to-go charcuterie box perfect for taking along to your next picnic. As a bonus, we'll also show you how to make a refreshing peach mint lemonade cocktail to enjoy alongside your spread.
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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: 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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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: 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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Best Date Night!...Great time. Great experience with Megan !! She?s a keeper !!
Pros: surprise, delicious food, great experience with megan
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Cooking Class Description: Kick your next taco night up a notch! In this class, our chef instructor will teach you how to make corn tortillas from scratch. You will learn techniques for cooking tender chicken and blending up a fresh tomatillo salsa....
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Cooking Class Description: S’more fun than you can imagine! Join us as we show you how to create everyone’s favorite ooey gooey summer treat. You’ll learn how to shape and cut crispy homemade graham crackers, then whip up fluffy marshmallows—just add...
Pros: thorough instruction, patience, enjoyable outcome
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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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Great information. Can't wait to sign up for the upcoming class
Pros: great information
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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: Take your taste buds on vacation! In this class, our chef instructor will teach you the techniques for achieving tasty tropical cocktails. You’ll shake, stir and blend and work with fresh fruits and Caribbean liquors to achieve...
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Cooking Class Description: Grab your muddlers - it's time to make refreshing mojitos! Join us in our latest Focus Series Mixology class dedicated to the ultimate summer cocktail. In this class, you'll learn to make fresh mojitos four different ways for...
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Cooking Class Description: Soak up as much sangria knowledge as you can in our latest Focus Series Mixology class. Our chef instructor will teach you about the history of sangria, components of the perfect sangria and how to switch up your recipe depending...
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Cooking Class Description: Let's celebrate our independence with a delicious summer pie! We'll fill the all-butter crust with seasonal fruit, then top it with a gorgeous lattice crust that's almost too pretty to eat.
To get fully prepared for class,...
Pros: ease of preparation, taste
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Cooking Class Description: In this class, our chef instructor will guide you through the techniques behind classic pastry doughs as you make both pâte sucrée and flaky pâte brisée from scratch. You’ll fill a crisp parbaked shell with silky pastry cream...
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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: Bring the whole family for a fun, hands-on class where everyone gets involved in making a delicious meal together. Working alongside other families, you’ll mix a foolproof dough that’s perfect for more than just pizza. Your...
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Cooking Class Description: Upgrade your next pizza night with unique homemade recipes. Our chef instructor will guide you through crafting a foolproof pizza dough to use as the base for every creation. You’ll learn to make two savory pies in the oven,...
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Great experience- easy dishes that tasted good, and an engaging Chef Evan
Pros: good taste, easy dishes, engaging chef
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Cooking Class Description: Cook your way through a sun-kissed French menu that celebrates the best of summer produce. In this class, you’ll pan-roast chicken and learn how to render and crisp the skin while keeping the meat juicy. Then it’s all about...
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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: Celebrate the flavors of the season in this hands-on Signature Series class focused on mastering grilling techniques. Your chef instructor will guide you through cooking over live heat as you grill flank steak and finish it...
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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...
End Of Summer Party Ideas
End of summer party ideas bring together everything we love about the season: good food, great company, and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re planning a backyard barbecue, a festive picnic, or an al fresco dinner with friends, thoughtful touches can make your gathering memorable. Explore creative ways to set the scene, serve up crowd-pleasing dishes, and celebrate the last warm days with style and ease.
Best Of FAQ
Popular end of summer party themes include tropical luaus, backyard barbecues, seafood boils, garden picnics, and Mediterranean-inspired feasts. These themes celebrate the season's fresh flavors and encourage outdoor dining.
A cooking class can provide inspiration for your menu, teach you new recipes perfect for summer gatherings, and offer tips on presentation and timing so you can impress your guests with delicious, seasonal dishes.
Dishes featuring fresh produce like tomatoes, corn, berries, and herbs are ideal. Grilled meats or vegetables, refreshing salads, chilled desserts, and shareable appetizers work well for casual entertaining.
Yes! Many cooking schools offer private group classes that can be tailored to your party’s theme or cuisine preferences. It’s a fun way to celebrate with friends or family while learning new culinary skills together.
Light and refreshing beverages such as sangria, spritzers, lemonade, iced tea, or fruit-infused water complement most summer dishes. For cocktails, consider mojitos or margaritas using seasonal fruits.
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"I am so glad I did it, it was a great learning experience"
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"Jenny was a great instructor and took the time to explain everything as well as answer any questions"
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"Love all the cooking classes at Sur la Table. Always a fun date with my husband"
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"Chef Michael was awesome; great instructor and fun. The recipes are fantastic. Very enjoyable"
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"Chef Michael was awesome; great instructor and fun. The recipes are fantastic. Very enjoyable"
