Gather around the kitchen of your vacation rental, sip your favorite beverage, and bond over the preparation of a nourishing meal under the expert direction of a local Asheville chef. During your tailored private cooking class you’ll use fresh, farm-to-table ingredients, and you will learn about a specific culinary style like European, Asian, Vegan, Ayurvedic, etc. Along the way, we’ll share kitchen tips and tricks to help make meal planning, prep and cleanup easier. The chef will bring everything you need to craft your perfect menu. Our cooking classes are appropriate for all culinary skill levels.
Important Info: At this time we are only able to offer cooking classes as part of a larger wellness tour itinerary that includes additional experiences like yoga, tarot, forest bathing, and more. Please get in touch to craft an itinerary unique to your party or, if a cooking class is all you’re after, you can request our carefully vetted list of recommended partners. We’re happy to offer referrals!
(note, unless you are all together in one space, you can book PER SCREEN/CONNECTION when reserving your experience, not per person)
Due to the customized nature of this experience, you will have the opportunity to work directly with the chef to craft your perfect menu prior to the class. The reservation process is as follows:
Have additional questions? View the FAQ tab above or contact us anytime.
Prefer to have someone else prepare the meal for you? Our Private Chef Service may be a great fit!
Yoga Hike: An easy trail and mountaintop yoga with your crew.
Tarot Reading: Connect through the cards and cultivate deeper bonds.
Forest Bathing: Enjoy a mindful, rejuvenating walk in the forest…no actual “bathing” required.
Book more than one experience and enjoy a package discount! Get in touch to benefit from this deal.
Bring your team together over a delicious meal. Our fun & unique cooking workshops are guided by professional chefs, who will help your team members elevate their cooking skills…whether you’re all together here in Asheville or connecting virtually from the comfort and safety of your own kitchens. With a wonderful variety of cooking styles to choose from, we suggest the following two options based on your group size:
Small Group, More Intimate, Relaxed Pace: Approx 3 hours, In-Person.
Chef will provide hands-on instruction and support as your group works together to craft a three course meal. Through culinary trivia and exciting icebreakers, we’ll divide the group into teams, each responsible for preparing recipes from the selected menu. At the end of the cooking segment, everyone will enjoy the feast they created while our staff serves them at the table in courses.
Large Group, Fast Paced: Approx 3 hours. In Person.
In this fast paced team building activity, guests are divided into large teams and face off in a timed culinary competition. With Chef and the kitchen tstaff as culinary coaches, teams are challenged to create delicious dishes from scratch. When the clock runs out, each team presents their creation to the judge and then enjoys the feast they created. Teams are judged on presentation, taste and teamwork, and the team with the highest overall score will be crowned the winners.
Virtual Cooking Classes: Approx 1 hour. Online.
Gather around the virtual table, sip your favorite beverage, and bond over the preparation of a nourishing meal under the expert direction of a local chef. These classes center around a simpler meal to help combat “zoom-fatigue” and still leave plenty of time for you all to stay online while you enjoy your meal and connect after cooking.
Available for groups of 6-50, this is a lovely way to bond and cultivate your team atmosphere around a nourishing meal. Contact Us to schedule your event.
Definitely! Please let your travel planner know about any dietary concerns or restrictions in your group a week prior to your class so s/he can plan accordingly. Please include specifics like celiac vs gluten-intolerance, allergies and their severity, preferences vs requirements, etc.
Cooking classes are BYOB. You’re welcome to bring your own tasty adult beverages but please note that you must be 21+ to consume alcohol…especially if you’re in the chef’s home.
Beginners are welcome as are experienced chefs. Your instructor will share tidbits and guidance around technique (chopping, sautee, etc), ingredients, menu planning, and more.
Note that this is a sample only. Actual menu will depend on the season. Please let us know if you have any special requests!
Due to the customized nature of this experience, you will have the opportunity to work directly with the chef to craft your perfect menu prior to the class. Below are some general categories to get you started (and drooling!):
Have a special request or a particular style in mind? Let us know when you book so we can pair you with the best chef for the style!
Due to the customized nature of this experience, full group cancellations more than 14 days in advance of your scheduled experience are refundable minus a $150/group administrative fee plus any fees charged by our local partners. Out of respect for the chef’s time, full group cancellations from 14-0 days prior to your scheduled service are non-refundable.
