Looking for something new to do with your partner? Try taking a culinary class! Whether you’re a self-proclaimed gourmand, or simply looking to dip your toe in the water of the culinary world, here are some courses you can find in North Texas. They may cost a small fee, but the memories will last a lifetime.
1. Mozzarella Company
Situated in Deep Ellum, the Mozzarella Company is a bustling cheese factory that produces almost 200,000 pounds of cheese a year. What better place to learn about cheese than from the experts? The Mozzarella Company offers three classes perfect for any cheese enthusiast: wine and cheese pairing, beer and cheese pairing, or hands-on cheesemaking. To see the schedule, click here. To make a reservation, call 214-741-4072 or email mozzcomanager@mozzco.com.
2. Central Market
Gourmet grocer Central Market offers a wide variety of classes at its various Texas locations. Learn how to make sauces, gumbo, or Korean BBQ from cooking school staff, or hone your knife skills and the latest cooking techniques. But wait…there’s more! Central Market also invites special culinary guests and celebrity chefs to teach various classes, so be sure to keep an eye on your nearest location’s calendar.
3. Sur La Table
Popular cooking retail store Sur La Table has a few locations across North Texas. While you may just be familiar with the store as a place to shop for kitchen items, each location also offers many different in-store cooking courses. Learn to make sweet treats like doughnuts, crêpes, or macarons, or opt for a culinary escape with courses centered around Thai food or Spanish tapas. The calendar is quite extensive, so you’ll be sure to find something in your budget on a date that’s right for you. Call your local Sur La Table for more details.
4. Kenichi – Ken’s Sushi Class
This modern sushi restaurant in Dallas’ Victory Park neighborhood offers sushi rolling classes once to twice a month. For $45, enjoy appetizers before learning to make a California, Spicy Tuna, or Veggie roll from Chef Ken McCullough. Classes are usually on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information and to stay in-the-know for when classes are offered, follow Kenichi on Facebook. You can find upcoming classes or book a reservation on Kenichi’s Eventbrite page.
5. Stoney’s Wine Lounge Wine Pairing
This charming wine bar and lounge in the heart of Lakewood offers three wine pairing classes each week. The hour-long class is taught by owner Stoney Savage himself, and covers what to look for in wines that pair well with food. You’ll even learn about the various grape categories and what foods each one is known to pair with. The ticket price includes a tasting of six wines and seven bites such as nuts, chocolate, cheese, and sausage. Classes are offered at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays, and 6 p.m. on Saturdays. Purchase two tickets for $24 on Groupon.com, and then call 214-953-3067 to reserve your spot. An additional $8 per person is due upon arrival.