Hands-On Cajun Cooking at The New Orleans School of Cooking
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion needed; standing for the duration is required.
Overview
Roll up your sleeves and craft authentic Louisiana dishes with expert chefs at The New Orleans School of Cooking. This intimate, hands-on class delivers a full Cajun meal you’ll cook and enjoy yourself, blending culture, flavor, and fun in the city’s historic core.
Hands-On: Corn & Crab Bisque, Blackened Redfish w/ Mushroom Risotto, Chocolate & Original Pralines
Tuesdays | 10AM
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About This Adventure
Join an intimate cooking class where you'll prepare an authentic New Orleans meal alongside expert chefs. With a maximum of 10 participants, you'll chop, season, and create a delicious dinner, culminating in a memorable dining experience of your own culinary creation. Perfect for food lovers seeking a hands-on adventure!
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.
About
- Red Bean Gumbo - Traditional Louisiana soup made with Red Beans, Andouille Sausage, Onions, Celery, Bell Pepper, Garlic, and thickened with a dark roux.
- Bronzed Gulf Fish with Crawfish Browned Garlic Butter - Gulf Fish seasoned with Creole spices and pan-seared. Served with a browned garlic butter sauce and topped with crawfish.
- Creole Ratatouille – classic Ratatouille with Mirliton.
- Bananas Foster Crepes - Classic New Orleans flambeed 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
- House red and white wine
- Abita Beer (a local brew)
Served with
- Bread and Butter
- Water
- Iced tea
- Lemonade
- Coffee (morning class)
Adventure Tips
Arrive on time
Classes are small and structured; punctuality ensures you get the full hands-on experience.
Dress comfortably
Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes, as you’ll be standing and working near hot surfaces.
Allergy alert
This class features seafood and nuts; inform staff ahead if you have dietary restrictions.
Maximum class size
Groups are limited to 10 participants for an intimate cooking experience and individual attention.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Wading birds like herons near the Mississippi River
- Urban squirrels that frequent city parks
History
The culinary traditions taught here draw heavily on Creole and Cajun roots dating back to French and Spanish colonial Louisiana.
Conservation
The school emphasizes sustainable seafood practices, reflecting ongoing efforts to preserve Gulf fisheries and local ecosystems.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable closed-toe shoes
Protects feet while standing and moving around the kitchen.
Apron (provided but optional personal apron)
Keeps your clothes clean during hands-on cooking.
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is important, especially while standing and working.
Notebook and pen
Useful to jot down recipes and cooking tips.