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New Orleans School of Cooking
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8,729 reviews
#1 of 45 Classes & Workshops in New Orleans
Cooking Classes
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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We teach the basics of Louisiana Cooking in a way you’ll never forget. Fun is a primary ingredient in our kitchen! Our Cajun / Creole experts teach New Orleans specialties such as Gumbo, Jambalaya and Pralines, seasoning them with history, trivia and tall tales! We offer demonstration classes and hands-on classes daily! DEMONSTRATION CLASS: Watch, learn & eat! Sit back and enjoy watching our skilled, entertaining chefs prepare a classic Cajun / Creole meal for you while learning about the vibrant history of New Orleans cuisine - enjoy all the demonstrated items, as well as local Abita beer with your meal! HANDS ON CLASS: Cook & eat an authentic Louisiana meal! In this highly interactive class, our guests prepare a complete dinner with one of our expert chefs, and afterwards they are able to sit down and enjoy the meal they have just created. Served with red & white wine.
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Neighborhood: French Quarter
A small and teeming network of laissez-faire living lounged out on the balmy banks of the Mighty Mississippi, the French Quarter has long been a port of call for folks in search of a good time and a great story. Perpetually inebriated Bourbon Street runs across its midriff like a strand of cheap ribbon tied around an otherwise rather pretty and impressively well-kept vintage dress. Throughout the rest of the Quarter, brightly colored Victorian homes and businesses, famously done up with wrought-iron features, provide a distinct and immediately recognizable backdrop for all varieties of fun. At any given moment in this historic riverside setting, some of America’s finest meals are being cooked, most potent cocktails are being mixed, and most engaging music is being performed.
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David E S
New York City, NY2 contributions
Charm, Fun & GOOOOD Food
Mar 2023
We brought a group of 40 people for a cooking demonstration and tasting. Some were hesitant to attend, but we assures them that it would be worthwhile. Our host/cook was absolutely charming… so full of entertaining stories and an absolute hoot as a stand-up comic. Not only did she impart a tremendous amount of knowledge about her culture and local cooking, she kept us laughing all the way. Of course the food was very good AND plentiful. We all left with full stomachs and smiles on our faces. Everyone said it was time extremely well spent. Brava!!!
Written March 12, 2023
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Virginia W
1 contribution
Highlight of My Trip
Oct 2022
I went on a girls' trip to New Orleans and we decided to take a class while we were there. I have to say that this was the best thing we did (above the bus tours, walking ghost tour, etc). We had Chef Pat who was so much fun. She started off the class by talking to us for about 20 minutes or so about the history of the NOLA cuisine with it's French and African roots. Then we got to watch as she made gumbo, jambalaya, white chocolate bread pudding, and pralines. She was entertaining while she cooked and we were able to raise hands to ask questions whenever we felt like it. After the cooking was done, we got to sample the food and by sample I mean, we had a whole lunch. It was a good amount of food in my opinion. They also served beer for those who wanted it, coffee, tea, water, and lemonade. There was a restroom nearby so it was easy to get up if you needed it. I walked away with some great recipes and memories as well. HOT TIP: Buy the Joe's Stuff seasoning...my husband has used it non-stop since I brought it home. WARNING: If you buy the Sweet Stuff, pack it in your checked luggage. TSA made me take it out of my carry-on and did some sort of test on it even though it was in a completely closed cannister and was clearly something I bought while on the trip. I guess the machine read it as a possible drug (I mean, it's fantastic...but it's not a drug LOL).
Written November 7, 2022
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jimweaver2020
Granville, OH2 contributions
One of my Favorites in NOLA
Feb 2022
This class was a GREAT Time on so many levels. The value is excellent - Chef Tom demonstrated classic NOLA meals and weaved history, culture, agricultural and of course expert cooking tips and adjustments into the recipes as he prepared these meals. It was a relaxing and entertaining morning to watch and listen to how the meals were prepared - I loved everything about this class and would do it again. I can’t wait to try my hands at making the Gumbo and White Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding. Thank you Chef Tom and Team - we had a delightful and delicious morning 😋❤️
Written February 24, 2022
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carlanoel61
Oshawa, Canada1 contribution
Cooking Demonstration of creole/cajun cooking
Nov 2022
Excellent demonstration with delicious results. Our presenter was very entertaining and gave a wonderful history of creole cooking in New Orleans. Samples of the food were very good size portions. Would highly recommend this demonstration if you have any interest in cooking.
Written November 12, 2022
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sunnymei5213
Queens, NY1 contribution
Very informative, but food was too salty and sweet
Sep 2022
Vivian our instructor was very knowledge about Creole and Cajun cuisine and even gave a great history lesson of the history of Louisiana for free! She was very welcoming of everyone, she gave a lot great tips and was forthcoming in addressing concerns one may have about cooking the gumbo or jambalaya recipes for the first time. The school even offers a direct line to call them if you are ever having trouble with the recipe which is very reassuring! I can’t give it 5 stars because the food was too salty for my liking granted my tastes buds were already shot from all the other food I have been eating in the city already. I would have preferred if it was less seasoned, so I could the adjust the taste if I need to with the additions already at my table. The pralines (praw-leans so I don’t offend any Nolans reading this), I had trouble finishing because it was grainy from all the sugar that had solidified but not melted. This was a fun experience definitely worth checking out!
Written October 6, 2022
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bethcahill
Lutz, FL164 contributions
Worth Every Penny & Save Your Appetite
Jan 2023
Ms. Cindy was terrific. She infused the entire experience with history and lore along with detailed instructions and observations of the cooking class. She took the time to discuss why or why not something was to be done. She was engaging, using current references for historical settings which resonated with the audience. We had 10 in our class and it could not have been more personalized. We had the opportunity to chat with each other, receive one-on-one instruction, yet the participants prepared every dish. Ms. Trudy assisted making sure our glasses were filled and our preparations were on track. If you enjoy New Orlean's style food, this class is a must.
Written January 16, 2023
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Emily M
2 contributions
Eric Was Exceptional!
Oct 2022
I can't speak highly enough of Eric and the New Orleans School of Cooking! My boyfriend and I (mid-30s) signed up for the hands-on cooking class! It was structured perfectly and the highlight of our trip! An intimate setting w/ (4) other couples hosted in a quaint room overlooking the courtyard! The group walked in to a perfectly set table w/ a cooking guide of all the recipes + signature NOSC apron (both which were to keep). The class began w/ a brief overview of the day's recipes while enjoying a Bloody Mary and/or mimosa! We then proceeded to the adjacent room where there were (5) individual cooking stove tops, each set w/ all ingredients pre measured/ chopped. The pace of the class was spot on and Eric was so informative and quite entertaining! He's incredibly knowledgable of New Orleans cuisine and history! I previously took the "demo" class (10) years ago when I was in high school w/ my family! Both are incredible! Thank you Eric for making our trip to NOLA so memorable and you certainly made this class what it was - AMAZING!
Written October 23, 2022
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Sandi Y
1 contribution
Must do!!!
Jul 2021
After living in NOLA for 4 years, I visit once a year. I’m always looking for new and different activities to do while I’m there and so for my boyfriend’s birthday I decided to surprise him with a cooking class. I did my research and read the reviews because I was afraid this could be too touristy and not worth the money. The reviews were great and so I booked a morning hands on class for the two of us. I’m a pescatarian so for an additional fee, they were able to accommodate us and alter the recipes. We made vegetable gumbo that was out of this world, shrimp and grits, and bananas foster crepes. Unlimited wine/beer/bloody Mary’s/mimosas were included in the class as well.
Our chef, Kati, was fabulous! She was knowledgeable about the history of both Cajun and Creole foods , funny, patient , and talented in her craft! I was pleasantly surprised that all of the ingredients (aside from the shrimp which we had to de-head, de-vein, and peel) were chopped/prepped. I also especially appreciated that it was an intimate
Class setting (10 total participants ) and the food was NOT communal- meaning, we cooked our own 3 course meal , and did not share with the other participants. The classroom and dining area were very clean . The other staff was of course in NOLA fashion, so warm and welcoming. I would return for another class!
Written July 13, 2021
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ghr0bins0n
Philpot, KY1 contribution
Delicious and more information than other tours combined!
Jan 2023
This was the best, most worthwhile of all of the tour experiences we did while visiting New Orleans. As we went on other tours, I kept expanding on their delivery to my daughter (who did not get to do NOSC) with details gleaned from the cooking demonstration. Pat was a wonderful presenter sharing humor, history, recipes, and a delicious sampling of creole cuisine.
Written January 27, 2023
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Sarah W
Raleigh, NC12 contributions
AMAZING - Will do again!!
Nov 2022
WOW....just wow! My husband and I were celebrating our 10 year wedding anniversary in NOLA and wanted to do something different. We found the New Orleans School of Cooking and we are forever fans!! Not only did we have an amazing cook instructor (thank you Cindy!) but we were with an awesome group of people that had to best time cooking, sharing stories and truly enjoying the art of cooking AND NOLA. I will visit the cooking school every time we go back to NOLA. Worth every penny!
Written November 29, 2022
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