Get to Know Gnocchi: A Dinner & Hands-On

Calling all pasta lovers! Do you know how to make fresh pasta by hand? Join us as we learn all the tips & tricks to turn you into a regular pasta aficionado. We’ll share our super delicious and easy signature Pasta Dough recipe, plus tons of tricks to make all those pasta shapes you love to eat.  Learn to knead, roll and cut pasta into...

Calling all pasta lovers! Do you know how to make fresh pasta by hand? Join us as we learn all the tips & tricks to turn you into a regular pasta aficionado. We’ll share our super delicious and easy signature Pasta Dough recipe, plus tons of tricks to make all those pasta shapes you love to eat.  Learn to knead, roll and cut pasta into...

Do you not know your sirloin from your brisket? Did you know there’s a difference between inside skirt steak and outside skirt steak? Do you find yourself staring hopelessly at the meat case? Don’t worry! In this demo class, Giancarlo & Adrianna will answer all your beefy questions as he takes you on a tour from nose (well really neck)...

The most important skill in the kitchen before heading to the stove—it’ll change your life! Learn to slice and dice like a pro.  We discuss:  which knives you really need how to hold a knife for efficiency, speed and safety what it means to sharpen versus hone how to use your honing steel and a magical way to get the garlic smell...

Pasta, Pasta, Pasta! Do you know how to make fresh pasta by hand?  Join us as we create our signature Pasta Dough and an oh-so-cool twist on the original. Learn the tips and tricks to becoming a pasta aficionado as we master kneading, rolling and shaping pasta like the pros into fresh Spaghetti and hand-rolled Garganelli. And no pasta is complete...

Knowing how to use knives skillfully is the foundation of all cooking, and doesn't have to be scary or frustrating. Many home and even professional cooks don't always wield a knife correctly, however, which increases food preparation time and makes the process harder and less safe than it should be. Simply put, good knives are the foundation of a well...

Do you hunt and find yourself with extra meat to be used? Are you sick of buying mystery sausage from the grocery store? Do you have general disposition for meat in tube form? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, this class is made for you! Hang out with Fred as he teaches you everything you need to know to make great sausage at home....

You love to eat it, now make it yourself! Learn the necessary ingredients and equipment, where to buy them and then roll, roll, roll! We focus on norimaki: uramaki temaki gunkan maki using vegetables tuna salmon fish roe All classes are complimented with local beer and wine. For our Sushi Basics class we even throw in some local sake!...

This class will offer you a valuable set of culinary techniques to move you along in your kitchen education. Knife Skills Cooking Meat to Perfection (Pan-Roasted Chicken) Making Flavorful Pan Sauces (Classic Chicken Gravy) Roasting Vegetables (Roasted Potatoes + Seasonal Vegetables) Blanching Green Vegetables (String Beans with Lemon Gremolata)...

You really can't beat good beef jerky. Believe it or not, this road trip staple is incredibly easy to make! What's more, most of the techniques involved can be applied to a wide variety of meats like venison, elk and other game. In Jerkin' Around, Ted will take you through all the steps involved with making your own jerky. We'll talk about the...

Hey ravioli, you’re beautiful inside and out.  Learn to make pasta dough from scratch, then fill your ravioli and finish it off with a quick brown butter sage sauce. We source the freshest ingredients to let the flavors shine through in this simple yet impressive dish. We'll also go over our favorite resources in NYC to find the ingredients...

This speedy recipe for delicious gnocchi will be useful well into the future (if not forever!). Chef Paul will show you how to make two different kinds of gnocchi, with two different sauces. He'll teach you how to make them light and how to make them fast, a perfect dinner at home with family or with friends. Learn to cook the following: Caesar...

For the lover of all things pork! In Whole Hog Butchery, Fred & Giancarlo will break down a whole hog and describe the differences in butchering techniques for fresh cuts compared to cuts and muscles commonly used in charcuterie and salumi. Throughout the class Fred will explain the various age old techniques used in making charcuterie and preserving...

Learn to slice, dice, chop and chiffonade in this EXTREMELY hands-on (and hopefully fingers on) intensive training. Cooks of all levels will benefit from this fundamental course.  This includes two drinks AFTER we put the knives away, and a light meal made with the veggies you've cut!

It’s time to PARTAY! Let’s spice things up with a Mexican feast. We’re whipping up our favorite recipes from street-style Tacos to handmade Guacamole and traditional sides. No celebration is complete without made-from-scratch Corn Tortillas, you won’t believe how easy they are to make.  Grab your friends and join us for a fun night of...

All the Spanish highlights! Menu: Mussel and Chorizo Paella Crostini with Manchego, Jamon, Roasted Peppers, and Green Olives Roasted Potatoes with Romesco Sauce Gambas Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp) Catalan Tomato-Garlic Toasts Note: Please make sure to ring the outside buzzer, even if the front door is open, so we know you are arriving! Important:...

Spend the night with your honey and learn some valuable kitchen skills together along the way! July 19 Special Champagne Cocktail (chef's choice) Hanger Steak with Wild Mushroom Ragout Individual Pommes Anna String Beans Vinaigrette Dark Chocolate Mousse with Fleur de Sel Whipped Cream August 2 & August 30 Special Champagne Cocktail...

We will explore all the different ways to create flavorful sauces for different types of food, from classic “mother” sauces and pan sauces to vegetable and herb purées. Sauces for Vegetables (vinaigrette variations + beurre blanc)  Sauces for Fish (vegetable and herb sauces: red pepper coulis + fresh green herb sauce) Sauces for Meat...

Learn how to make 3 kinds of fresh pasta from scratch! This class is suitable for cooks of all levels. If you have ever played with Play-doh, you can make fresh pasta. And these results are much more delicious. Fresh Pasta Dough 101 Fresh Ricotta Gnocchi with Sage Brown Butter Fresh Tagliatelle al Limone Homemade Pesto Lasagna Bright and Crunchy...

Everything you ever need to know about choosing, storing, sharpening, holding, and using the most important tool in the kitchen. We will have 8-inch chef's knives for you to practice on, but you are also welcome to bring your own knife. And so you have something to cook with all your expertly chopped ingredients, we'll also make: Vegetable Minestrone...