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Discover the art of tamale-making with Chef Kevin, blending culinary tradition with hands-on fun at Kitchen on Fire. Perfect for foodies seeking authentic Mexican flavors!
3 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover the art of tamale-making with Chef Kevin, blending culinary tradition with hands-on fun at Kitchen on Fire. Perfect for foodies seeking authentic Mexican flavors!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required; suitable for all skill levels
Wildlife
History
Tamales have been part of Mexican culture for thousands of years, originating from indigenous communities with recipes handed down through generations.
Conservation
The class emphasizes using locally sourced ingredients and reducing waste by repurposing leftovers.
Kitchen on Fire
Discover the art of tamale-making with Chef Kevin, blending culinary tradition with hands-on fun at Kitchen on Fire. Perfect for foodies seeking authentic Mexican flavors!
Kitchen on Fire is a hands-on cooking school and event producer that offers a broad calendar of culinary workshops, multi-week series, camps, and virtual classes. The school presents technique-driven, chef-led experiences ranging from single-session workshops to 12-week fundamentals courses. Classes focus on regional cuisines, baking, pastry, vegetarian and seasonal cooking — examples include Italian pasta and breads, Indian and Burmese dishes, Middle Eastern street food, Mexican and Latin specialties, and classic bistro techniques.
Chef-led offerings feature named instructors and visiting chefs, with programs such as multi-week Basics of Cooking series, themed nights like A Night in Florence and A Night in Rome, specialized workshops including ricotta and doughnuts, and seasonal pie and baking classes. Kitchen on Fire also runs teen camps, school-break day camps, and virtual workshops to reach learners at different levels and schedules.
Instruction emphasizes hands-on practice, practical skills like knife work and recipe fundamentals, and communal dining of the dishes created during class. Many classes run three hours or longer; multi-week series provide progressive skill development. In addition to in-person workshops, the organization publishes virtual classes and instructional series led by its roster of chefs.
Kitchen on Fire’s program diversity — from single-session craft workshops to immersive multi-week courses and teen camps — reflects a commitment to accessible, skill-focused culinary education. The school’s transparent class descriptions, named instructors, and recurring series offer prospective students clear expectations and opportunities to build lasting cooking skills. Class sizes vary to prioritize engagement, hands-on practice, and personalized instructor feedback for students.
Classes Listed
74
Workshops, series, camps and virtual sessions.
Featured Chefs
15+
Named and visiting instructors.
Class Lengths
1–12 weeks
From single workshops to 12-week series.
Teen Programs
9
Camps and school-break workshops.
Choose a workshop, multi-week series, or teen camp and book a chef-led session today.
Arrive Early
Join the class 10 minutes early to settle in and get comfortable.
Bring an Appetite
Come hungry to enjoy the full tasting experience of your handmade tamales.
Ask Questions
Use the interactive environment to learn cooking tips directly from Chef Kevin.
Bring a Container
Take home extra tamales to share or enjoy later.
Apron
Protect your clothes from spills during the hands-on cooking process.
Notebook and Pen
Jot down your favorite tips and recipes for future reference.
Reusable Container
Carry home leftovers or extra tamales.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear clothes suitable for active kitchen work.