Skills classes for self improvement offer an inviting way to expand your abilities and boost your confidence in the kitchen. Whether you're looking to master essential techniques or explore new culinary horizons, these classes provide a supportive environment where learning feels both rewarding and approachable. Discover hands-on opportunities to challenge yourself, grow at your own pace, and enjoy the satisfaction that comes from building skills you’ll use every day.

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    We love Sur La Table...Always a great time with chef Joy. We have donec4 classes with her and have enjoyed them all....I would love for him to teach another/next level knife skills class.

    fun, informative, knowledgeable instructor

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    Everyone was comfortable asking questions and did a great job as we were being guided by our outstanding...She is a great instructor! I will definitely take another class from her. Kathy S....Great class and fun!! Maddie S is a great chef instructor....

    clear instruction, beautiful croissants, thorough instruction

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    Great class!...Great class! Informative and friendly!

    informative, enjoyable, friendly

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    Great class!...Our croissants turned out great. I thought it was a little slow, but not the fault of the chef.

    great results, great class, excellent explanation

  • (6)

    It was our first time making pasta from scratch and we were pleasantly surprised it turned out as great

    clear explanations, enjoyable experience, hands-on approach

  • Cooking Class Description: Take your kitchen confidence to the next level with this 1-hour hands-on knife skills workshop. In a small group of just four guests, you’ll get personalized coaching from a Sur La Table chef as you learn to chop, slice, dice,...

  • Cooking Class Description: The quintessential dish of Spain, paella is a feast for all the senses—from its signature saffron hue to its irresistible aroma and bold flavor. In this hands-on class, a chef instructor will introduce you to the authentic...

  • Cooking Class Description: Take your kitchen confidence to the next level with this 1-hour hands-on knife skills workshop. In a small group of just four guests, you’ll get personalized coaching from a Sur La Table chef as you learn to chop, slice, dice,...

  • 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: Build a strong foundation in seafood cookery in this technique-driven class. You’ll learn how to achieve perfectly crisp salmon skin, gently poach shrimp and prepare classic mussels marinières. Our chef instructor will also...

  • Cooking Class Description: Take your kitchen confidence to the next level with this 1-hour hands-on knife skills workshop. In a small group of just four guests, you’ll get personalized coaching from a Sur La Table chef as you learn to chop, slice, dice,...

  • (93)

    We love SLT cooking classes, highly recommend!...Great chef, too many cooks...Didn't love being in a group of four working on one meal.

    informative, fun, fantastic instructor

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    GREAT DATE NIGHT!...A Great Evening....Chefs Steven and Layne were great....Chef Steven was the lead and did a great job of explaining the steps and how to do everything.

    delicious meal, great chefs, clear explanations

  • (73)

    Great instructor...had a great time, except for no wine with our food....Great class....Great class, unfortunately you cannot bring your own wine anymore to drink with the dinner.

  • (65)

    Great Class!...Our instructor did a great job - it was thoroughly enjoyable and along with the recipes that we took...Great British Baking

    fun instructor, useful recipes, great instructor

  • (52)

    Great fun, great teacher...Great class and great instructor!

    great class, fun, great chefs

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    Cooking Class Description: Learn to make Italian American comfort food on your own in this hands-on class. Our chef instructor will teach you to make perfectly tender Chicken Milanese, pillowy gnocchi with tomato and cream sauce and a refreshing arugula...

    fun class, amazing food

  • (46)

    Best Class Ever...Great class. Instructor was very knowledgeable and helpful....Cleaning team was great as well.

    beautiful dessert, helpful tips and tricks, helpful instructor

  • (44)

    We had great time! Yummy recipes. We love these classes. ??...Great Experience...What a great cooking experience....Jenny was a great instructor and took the time to explain everything as well as answer any questions...Food was great and we have already...

    fun, taste, enjoyable class

  • (42)

    Great Experience...Great date night!...We had a great time! Cassie was wonderful at coaching and explaining the steps.

    enjoyable experience, fun, delicious food

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    Cooking Class Description: In this class, we’ll teach you how to make delicious British baking classics. Our light and fluffy Victoria Sponge Cake is filled with layers of cream and strawberry jam, making it the perfect teatime treat. Then, we’ll make...

    delicious food, less sugary, fun class

  • (32)

    This cooking class was GREAT!! I love learning how to make my own pasta....This is one of the best cooking classes we have participated in at the Tampa Sur La Table store.

    enjoyable class, fun, great class

  • (29)

    Sterling was a great instructor and his assistant very helpful....Great information on how various components were prepared.

    useful procedures, clear explanations, wonderful instructor

  • (28)

    Great!...Overall a great class, great food, would recommend!...GREAT experience DELICIOUS food & SO FUN...My son & I made a great memory & the meal was AMAZING!

    delicious food, delicious meal, menu expansion

Skills Classes for Self Improvement