New Orleans
The cooking classes: roux from scratch, jambalaya in proper proportions and pralines before you leave. Demonstration classes feed you; hands-on classes teach you. Both send you home dangerous.
Experience authentic Louisiana flavors in a lively demonstration class in New Orleans, with handsomely prepared dishes, local stories, and recipes to take home.
Most Popular“The chef we had for that day was really excellent. I picked up several tips. The food was excellent and plenty to eat. We enjoyed the experience very much.”
Discover New Orleans’ flavors with a hands-on cooking class led by expert chefs. Enjoy authentic dishes, local drinks, recipes, and a fun culinary experience.
“Austin is a great chef. He shared lots of tips and tricks with a great dose of humor. Our meal was excellent. I would highly recommend the hands-on cooking class.”
Join this engaging Cajun and Creole cooking class in New Orleans for a taste of authentic local dishes, history, and culinary secrets, all in just a couple of hours.
“this was Awesome!! and the chef made it so enjoyable”
Discover the authentic flavors of New Orleans with this hands-on Cajun Roux cooking class. Learn to make gumbo, etouffee, and bananas foster from local chefs.
“It was fun and informative. We loved it! I took 2 of my 17 year old granddaughters, one who is a real foodie. They both loved the class. They are excited to try their new skills when they get back home.”
Experience authentic Cajun cuisine in New Orleans with a hands-on cooking class. Learn recipes, techniques, and history in a fun, intimate setting.
“We had a great time cooking with Raymond! He was knowledgeable, funny and told great stories! The food was not super complicated, but delicious! Highly recommend!!”
Taste authentic New Orleans cuisine with a 4-hour combo of a cooking class and cocktail tour. Learn, sample, and explore the French Quarter’s vibrant food and drink scene.
“We had a fantastic, entertaining cooking class. We learned the history of the dishes prepared and details about the ingredients over the centuries.”
Discover New Orleans' flavors and culture on a small-group food walk and cooking class, blending tastings, history, and hands-on Louisiana cooking.
“A really good experience. We got to try some pretty good food! Jack was a great tour guide—very knowledgeable, funny and engaging. Would definitely recommend this tour to other people.”
Discover New Orleans' culinary secrets with a combined cooking class and cocktail tour, blending tasty dishes, historic bars, and jazz in 4 hours.
“Lots of fun! We enjoyed the demonstration and the food was really delicious! Then the cocktail tour was fun and took us to some great places.”
Discover authentic Cajun cooking in a private New Orleans home with Courtland, a passionate local sharing recipes, techniques, and stories in a personalized 3-hour class.
Experience authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine in New Orleans with a hands-on cooking class. Learn from expert chefs, enjoy local dishes, and savor your creations.
“**A Must-Do in New Orleans – Fun, Flavorful, and Unforgettable!** Taking a class at Mardi Gras Cooking School was one of the highlights of my trip! “Coach” was an outstanding instructor—warm, funny, and full of local charm. He made us feel like we were cooking…”
Discover New Orleans’ culinary soul with a 5.5-hour food tour and cooking class. Tastes, stories, and skills to savor—perfect for food lovers.
“Both Nate (walking tour) and Chef Tom (cooking experience) were excellent. We learned SO much about New Orleans through the food. Would highly recommend this is you are a foodie or just someone who enjoys trying new things”
Learn to cook authentic Cajun and Creole dishes in a lively New Orleans cooking class, complete with wine, expert tips, and delicious results.
“Mark was a fantastic chef who explained everything carefully, was fun, and taught us how to make excellent dishes.”
Brass bands, bayous and stories best told after the gas lamps come on.