Whether being in the kitchen is your forte, or you’re more of a takeout person, culinary classes are a fun way to learn new skills and improve others. You'll be dying to host a dinner party after these classes.
1. The Kitchen Shoppe
101 Shady Lane, Carlisle, PA | kitchenshoppe.com
From date night to tween classes, The Kitchen Shoppe is making sure everyone in your family has some culinary knowledge. Want to learn the basics of bread making or even try making a staple Middle-Eastern dish? They have a range of courses to choose from so that you can become a pro in cuisines that interest you the most.
2. Bricco
31 South Third Street, Harrisburg, PA | briccopa.com
Take it back to the basics at a Pasta 101 cooking class at Bricco. Learn the art of pasta making with hands-on demonstrations on how to press, slice, and create your favorite types of pastas. After all the hard work is done, enjoy a tasty lunch included with the class. Bricco also offers date night and kids classes, so there’s something for everyone. Classes fill quickly, so be sure to check the schedules.
3. Zest Cooking School
1180 Erbs Quarry Road #4, Lititz, PA | zestchef.com
Bring new flavors to the dinner table with the help of Zest Cooking School. Impress guests when you learn how to make cuisines from all around the world including: Venezuelan arepas, Greek mezethes, Italian sauces, and more. While you’re at it be sure to check out their shop in Lititz that’s filled with spices and tools used in the classes.
4. Sylvie’s Recipes
2966 Brookfield Road, Lancaster, PA | sylviesrecipes.com
A taste of France is at your fingertips with Sylvie’s Recipes. Originally from France, Sylvie Bonin has been teaching the Susquehanna Valley how to perfect dishes from her home country. All cooking classes are private so you can get one-on-one attention to help you master techniques in the kitchen. Sylvie even offers bachelorette party classes so that you and your wedding party can bond before the big day.
5. Caputo Brothers Creamery
245 N. Main Street, Suite 1, Spring Grove, PA | caputobrotherscreamery.com
Is there anything quite as tasty as fresh mozzarella? At Caputo Brothers Creamery, they show you how to master stretching cheese like a pro. Watch as they demonstrate a series of methods and tips on how you can do it at home. What’s even better is that you get to leave with a free pound of curd to enjoy. Classes are BYOB, so grab your favorite bottle of pinot grigio and get to stretching!
