Labor Day weekend activities are all about savoring the last days of summer with good food, great company, and memorable experiences. Whether you’re planning a backyard barbecue, a picnic in the park, or a hands-on cooking adventure at home, there are endless ways to make the most of your long weekend. Find inspiration for gatherings big and small, and discover new ideas to bring everyone together around the table.

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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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    I love every class I take!...Love all the cooking classes at Sur la Table. Always a fun date with my husband

    fun, delicious meal, enjoyment

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    Great food! The best Banana foster I have ever had!...Great experience, great food!

    delicious food, enjoyable class, fun

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    Chef Michael was awesome; great instructor and fun. The recipes are fantastic. Very enjoyable!!...It was So Fun with the best instructor ! She was so helpful and nice ?...d great!

    informative, fun, delicious meal

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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...

    thorough instruction, patience, enjoyable outcome

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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...

    good teacher, enjoyable, bonding experience

  • 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...

  • 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,...

  • 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...

  • Cooking Class Description: Fire up your oven and get ready for a taste of the South! In this focused online class, your chef instructor will walk you through making fall-off-the-bone Bourbon Glazed Ribs with a rich glaze that balances sweet and smoky...

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • 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.



    What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other...


  • 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...

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • Cooking Class Description: Bring the charm of the state fair home with this menu packed with nostalgic treats. Our chef instructor will teach you how to create classic, golden Funnel Cakes perfectly dusted with a layer of powdered sugar. Plus, master...

  • 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...

  • 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 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...

  • Cooking Class Description: Indulge your sweet tooth in this chocolate-filled baking experience. You’ll bake a deeply rich Flourless Chocolate Torte, layer dark, milk and white chocolate mousse and craft crisp honeycomb candy coated in glossy chocolate....

  • 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...