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Culinary Adventure in New Orleans with The New Orleans School of Cooking - New Orleans

Culinary Adventure in New Orleans with The New Orleans School of Cooking

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

2.5 hours

Fitness Level

No special fitness level required

Overview

Discover the flavors of New Orleans with a hands-on cooking class that turns local ingredients into a masterful meal. Learn from expert chefs in this engaging, cultural culinary experience.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hands-On: Chicken and Andouille Gumbo, BBQ Shrimp and Grits, Bananas Foster Crepes

Monday, Wednesday & Saturday 10AM | Tuesday, Friday 6PM

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Adventure Photos

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About This Adventure

Join an engaging 2.5-hour cooking class where you’ll prepare an authentic New Orleans meal alongside expert chefs. With a maximum of 10 participants, you’ll enjoy a hands-on experience crafting dishes like Chicken and Andouille Gumbo and Bananas Foster Crepes, culminating in a delicious meal you created yourself.

Prepare and Eat!

Due to liability restrictions, no one under 18 years old may be admitted into these classes

Duration

  • 2 hours and 30 minutes

Prepare an authentic New Orleans meal

  • In this highly interactive class, our guests actually cut, season and prepare a complete dinner with one of our expert chefs, and afterwards they are able to sit down and enjoy the meal they have just created.
  • These small intimate classes have a maximum of 10 people utilizing 5 cooktops. Singles may be paired with another individual.
  • Chicken and Andouille Gumbo - Traditional Louisiana soup made with Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Onions, Celery, Bell Pepper, Garlic, and thickened with a dark roux.
  • BBQ Shrimp and Grits - Gulf Shrimp served in a sauce of Garlic, Beer, Worcestershire, Creole Spices, and Butter, over Cheese Grits.
  • Bananas Foster Crepes - Classic New Orleans flambeed Banana dessert served over crepes and ice cream

Includes

  • Preparation of menu items
  • Full authentic New Orleans meal - created by you!
  • Recipes
  • New Orleans School of Cooking apron

Served with

  • Bread and Butter
  • Water
  • Iced tea
  • Lemonade
  • Coffee (morning class)

Adventure Tips

Arrive early

Show up 15 minutes before the class starts to settle in and meet your instructors.

Bring an appetite

Prepare to taste the dishes you prepare—bring your hunger along!

Wear comfortable clothes

Dress in casual attire that you don’t mind getting a little messy.

Ask questions

Engage with the chefs—this is your opportunity for personalized tips and tricks.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Magnificent frigatebirds
  • Louisiana herons

History

This culinary spot has been teaching authentic Louisiana cuisine for over 20 years, becoming a staple in the local food scene.

Conservation

The business practices sustainable sourcing and composts kitchen waste, supporting local farmers and reducing environmental impact.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Apron

Essential

Keeps your clothes clean while you cook.

Comfortable shoes

Essential

Ensures you can move comfortably around the kitchen.

Notebook

Perfect for jotting down recipes and tips from the chefs.

Camera or phone

Capture your culinary creations and class moments.