Step into the energy of New Orleans cuisine by cooking your own Corn & Crab Bisque, Beef Grillades with Grits, and Bananas Foster at The New Orleans School of Cooking. This intimate class offers a delicious introduction to Cajun cooking in the city’s historic core.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–2.5 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required; suitable for most adults capable of standing and light kitchen tasks.
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History
New Orleans' cuisine reflects its layered history of French, Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences, making its food culture uniquely complex and flavorful.
Conservation
The city emphasizes sustainable sourcing by promoting local fisheries and seasonally available ingredients to reduce ecological impact.
The New Orleans School of Cooking
Step into the energy of New Orleans cuisine by cooking your own Corn & Crab Bisque, Beef Grillades with Grits, and Bananas Foster at The New Orleans School of Cooking. This intimate class offers a delicious introduction to Cajun cooking in the city’s historic core.
The New Orleans School of Cooking is a culinary school in New Orleans, Louisiana that specializes in hands-on and demonstration classes teaching Cajun and Creole cuisine. Located in the heart of the city, the school offers intimate classes where participants learn classic regional recipes from experienced instructors. Classes include hands-on sessions—often limited to a maximum of 10 participants—so students can chop, season, and prepare dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, crawfish pie, seafood gumbo, beef grillades, and chocolate or original pralines. Demonstration classes run approximately 2.5 hours and feature step-by-step preparation of regional favorites such as shrimp and artichoke soup, crawfish étouffée, corn and crab bisque, and pecan pie, with recipe cards to take home.
The curriculum covers techniques like blackening and cast-iron cooking, sauce preparation, and classic Creole seasoning. Offerings include themed experiences such as brunch and mixology events, holiday hands-on menus, and specialty classes like blackening 101 and Coolinary dinner and brunch sessions. Classes culminate with participants sharing the meals they prepare, including desserts like bananas foster, bread pudding, and beignets.
The New Orleans School of Cooking serves both locals and visitors seeking an authentic food-focused cultural experience. The school emphasizes hands-on learning, regional recipes, and a small-group setting that promotes personal instruction and a memorable tasting experience. Many demonstration classes last approximately 2.5 hours, and recipe cards give participants the instructions needed to recreate dishes at home, applying learned techniques in their own kitchens. Menus often feature regional staples such as gumbo, jambalaya, etouffee, pralines, and bananas foster and desserts.
Small Groups
Max 10 Participants
Intimate, hands-on instruction
Demo Length
2.5 hours
Standard demonstration duration
Location
New Orleans, LA
Authentic local experience
Class Types
Hands-on & Demo
Brunch, dinner, holiday, mixology events
Reserve a hands-on class or demonstration to learn Cajun and Creole techniques, taste the results, and take recipes home.
Book Early for Best Slots
With just 10 participants per class, reservations fill quickly—secure your spot in advance.
Arrive Hungry and Ready
Bring an appetite and a willingness to handle knives and heat in this hands-on culinary experience.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
Opt for breathable, casual clothes and closed-toe shoes suitable for standing and moving around the kitchen.
Allergen Awareness
Seafood is a key ingredient; check with organizers beforehand if you have allergies or dietary restrictions.
Comfortable closed-toe shoes
Protect your feet from kitchen spills and provide stable footing during the class.
Apron (provided)
Keep your clothes clean as you handle sauces and spices.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated, especially if attending during humid months.
summer
Notebook or phone
For jotting down tips or snapping photos of your completed dishes.