Learn how to create the perfect casual dinner party menu from scratch with Chef Karen.
Take the stress out of hosting with this effortless make-ahead menu. In this hands-on class, you will learn how to create a casual dinner party perfect for gathering with friends.
The menu begins with layering a vibrant salad with arugula, fennel fresh herbs and homemade vinaigrette. Then, learn how to assemble chicken phyllo stuffed with goat cheese, leeks and roasted garlic, and discover how to prepare a flavour-packed Rice Pilaf. Finish your dinner party with a decadent molten chocolate cake. Your next dinner party will surely impress your guests!
After the preparation, our chef instructors will plate the meal, and the students will be seated to enjoy their creations. During the meal, the student chefs will explain how they prepared their recipe so that everyone learns to make all the dishes. The recipes will be e-mailed to the students after the class.
Menu
The stated menu may differ due to seasonality, ingredient availability, and our creative impulses. However, the final menu will remain faithful to the course theme.
Class Time: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
What to expect in our classes:
Great cooking isn’t about recipes—it’s about techniques. You’ll work with other students in a fun, hands-on environment led by our professional chef instructors.
Hands-on classes led by an experienced Cordon Bleu-trained chef.
Learn fundamental skills for a lifetime of great cooking, including knife skills.
Work side-by-side with other students to prepare the recipes.
Have a great meal with your classmates at the end of the class, where you will engage and share what you learned from all the recipes.
Classes are 2 to 2.5 hours unless otherwise noted above.
Held in our state-of-the-art cooking Studio
Intimate classes, limited to 8 - 10 participants
Scheduled Classes vs. Private Events: Our Scheduled classes are not private. That means the limit for a group that knows each other is four. If you have more than four guests, this becomes a private event. We can give you a quote for an event of this kind. Please get in touch with me directly.
There is no refund for the class. However, if you cannot make the scheduled date and let us know five working days before your confirmed class, we will reschedule you for a future class.
Cancellations: If you must cancel at the last minute, please send a friend to your place, as we have planned the class for the confirmed number of guests.
Change in Class Date: If, due to unforeseen circumstances, this class has to be moved to another date, you will be notified at least two working days before the class.
COVID-19 Protocols - It is still a thing!
We want to keep everyone safe, especially those who are immune-compromised. Unfortunately, social distancing is not always possible in the kitchen.
Facemasks are NOT required for attendees. (Facemasks are not a restriction; they are for protection. However, at the same time, they are optional based on every individual’s needs)
Proof of vaccination is NOT required.
All of our Staff are fully vaccinated.