Shucked oysters on ice at outdoor seafood market stall

Taste Southern Food History — Museum Exhibits & Hands-On Cooking Classes

Visit the Southern Food and Beverage Museum with family-friendly general admission or book 2.5-hour Cajun and Creole classes taught in partnership with the Deelightful Roux School of Cooking.

Featured Tours & Classes

General admission to the museum plus hands-on Cajun and Creole culinary experiences.

New Orleans

Cultural Food & Beverage Experience at the Southern Food & Beverage Museum

Dive into the flavors and stories that define the South at the Southern Food & Beverage Museum in New Orleans. A must-visit for food lovers and history buffs alike!

Cultural Food & Beverage Experience at the Southern Food & Beverage Museum

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New Orleans

Cajun Cooking Class in New Orleans by National Food & Beverage

Spend 2.5 hours at Deelightful Roux School of Cooking in New Orleans crafting classic Cajun dishes like Gumbo and Bananas Foster, while learning about Louisiana’s rich food heritage.

Cajun Cooking Class in New Orleans by National Food & Beverage

New Orleans

Taste of New Orleans: Hands-On Creole Cooking Class and Lunch Experience

Immerse yourself in New Orleans’ culinary heritage with a hands-on Creole cooking class. Learn to prepare classic dishes like Jambalaya and Bananas Foster, enjoy lunch with your creations, and take home authentic recipes that bring the Big Easy’s flavors to your kitchen.

About National Food and Beverage Foundation

National Food and Beverage Foundation preserves and presents the culinary history and foodways of the American South through public programming, exhibits, and hands-on learning. The Foundation provides general admission access to the Southern Food and Beverage Museum, offering exhibits and activities designed for visitors of all ages. General admission pricing includes affordable rates for adults, seniors, and students, and children 10 and under receive free entry.

The Foundation partners with the Deelightful Roux School of Cooking to deliver immersive culinary classes and demonstrations. The Taste of Louisiana offering is a 2.5-hour hands-on Cajun class where participants learn to prepare authentic dishes such as Cajun gumbo and Bananas Foster while exploring Louisiana's cultural history. The Taste of New Orleans experience is a 2.5-hour Creole lunch demonstration focused on classics like jambalaya and Bananas Foster, with recipes and practical cooking tips provided in a relaxed atmosphere.

Programs suit families, individual visitors, and cooking enthusiasts seeking meaningful cultural context and practical skills. Offerings range from single-visit museum exploration to compact, skill-focused workshops led in a hands-on format. Clear class durations and admission tiers help visitors plan their time and budget. Through accessible programming and educational partnerships, the National Food and Beverage Foundation supports appreciation of Southern and Louisiana food traditions and culinary heritage. Visitors can expect a mix of educational exhibits, tasting opportunities, and interactive demonstrations that highlight ingredients, techniques, and regional beverage culture. Programming is presented in accessible formats for both casual visitors and serious students of Southern cuisine, and culinary heritage.

Seafood potato salad platter served at rustic indoor eatery

Decorative Indian corn on wooden crate at farm market stall

National Food and Beverage Foundation — Southern Food & Beverage Museum and Cooking Classes

Overview

The National Food and Beverage Foundation presents cultural history through the Southern Food and Beverage Museum and partnered culinary classes. Visitors can choose general admission for self-guided exploration or sign up for hands-on instruction in Louisiana cuisine and New Orleans flavors led in partnership with the Deelightful Roux School of Cooking.

Why visit

Museum exhibits that interpret Southern foodways and beverage culture.
Family-friendly general admission with affordable adult, senior, and student rates and free entry for children 10 and under.
Hands-on culinary classes that teach authentic recipes and practical techniques.

Featured experiences

Southern Food & Beverage Museum General Admission

General admission welcomes visitors of all ages and includes exhibits and activities focused on Southern ingredients, traditions, and beverage culture.
Pricing tiers include affordable rates for adults, seniors, and students; children 10 and under enter free.

Taste of Louisiana: Hands-On Cajun Class and Lunch

A 2.5-hour hands-on Cajun class hosted in partnership with the Deelightful Roux School of Cooking.
Participants learn to prepare authentic dishes such as Cajun gumbo and Bananas Foster, while exploring Louisiana cultural history and cooking techniques.

Taste of New Orleans: Hands-On Creole Class & Lunch

A 2.5-hour Creole lunch demonstration focusing on New Orleans classics.
Demonstration includes preparation of signature dishes like jambalaya and Bananas Foster, with recipes and insider tips for home cooking.

Who should attend

Families seeking educational and interactive museum visits.
Food lovers who want authentic Cajun and Creole instruction.
Visitors looking for accessible cultural history and practical cooking skills in a relaxed environment.

Practical details

Class duration for both the Taste of Louisiana and Taste of New Orleans experiences is 2.5 hours.
The museum offers flexible general admission with clear pricing tiers and free entry for children 10 and under, making planning straightforward for visitors.

What to expect

Visitors can expect a combination of exhibition-driven learning and hands-on culinary practice. The Deelightful Roux School of Cooking partnership emphasizes authentic recipes, step-by-step instruction, and take-home tips. Museum exhibits provide historical context that complements the cooking classes, highlighting the ingredients and traditions behind Southern and Louisiana dishes.

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Plan a visit

Choose general admission for exhibit exploration or reserve a 2.5-hour hands-on class to learn authentic Cajun and Creole recipes. The National Food and Beverage Foundation connects visitors with Southern culinary heritage through museum programming and cooking experiences.

Handmade preserves and herb jars at indoor farmers market

Plan a Visit or Reserve a Class

Book general admission to the Southern Food and Beverage Museum or reserve a 2.5-hour Taste of Louisiana or Taste of New Orleans class with the Deelightful Roux School of Cooking.