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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 required; just be comfortable standing and working in the kitchen.

Overview

Discover the authentic flavors of New Orleans with a hands-on cooking class that teaches you to craft iconic dishes like Gumbo and Bananas Foster, guided by expert chefs.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hands-On: Chicken and Andouille Gumbo, Seafood Jambalaya, Bananas Foster

Thursday 6PM

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Adventure Photos

Hands-On: Chicken and Andouille Gumbo, Seafood Jambalaya, Bananas Foster photo 1

About This Adventure

Join an intimate 2.5-hour cooking class where you’ll prepare an authentic New Orleans meal under the guidance of expert chefs. With a maximum of 10 participants, you'll chop, season, and savor dishes like Chicken Gumbo and BBQ Shrimp, creating a memorable culinary experience to enjoy together.

#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 - Classic New Orleans flambeed Banana dessert served over 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

Pre-book your spot

Classes fill quickly, so reserve ahead to secure your preferred date.

Arrive a few minutes early

Arriving early ensures you settle in comfortably before the class begins.

Bring an apron

While aprons are provided, bringing your own allows for extra comfort.

Taste everything!

Sample each dish and learn how flavors develop during cooking.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Gulf Coast birds
  • Pelicans

History

The French Quarter dates back to 1718 and has been the city’s cultural hub for centuries.

Conservation

The school promotes local ingredients and sustainable cooking practices to support the community.

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Adventure Hotspots in New Orleans

Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Apron

Essential

Keep your clothes clean during the hands-on cooking class.

Kitchen utensils

All tools are provided, but familiarity with basic utensils can be helpful.

Notebook and pen

Jot down tips and recipes to recreate at home.

Comfortable shoes

Essential

Stand for extended periods comfortably during the class.