Top Missouri Cooking Classes

Bring a taste of New Orleans to your kitchen in this fun St. Louis dessert-making experience. In this class, Chef Legina breaks down the process of making beignets into simple, approachable steps. Start by mixing and proofing a traditional dough made with yeast, eggs, evaporated milk and vanilla, learning the techniques behind soft, tender pastries. Next, fry your beignets to a golden finish and create a smooth chocolate filling for a rich contrast inside. To complete the dish, prepare a tangy lemon glaze that adds brightness and balance to every bite. Enjoy your handmade beignets fresh from the fryer and leave with practical baking techniques you can recreate at home.

A Day in Ste. Genevieve: Taste, Sip & Explore! (Wednesday, Thursdays, Fridays & Sunday) Ready for the perfect day trip? Spend the day tasting, sipping, and exploring some of the best experiences Ste. Genevieve County has to offer. Travel to the world-renowned Baetje Farms (arrive at 10am for your tour), tour the farm, learn how their award-winning goat cheeses are crafted, and of course, enjoy a delicious tasting. Trust us, this isn’t your average cheese plate! Next, head to Charleville Brewery & Winery. Enjoy 4 hand selected samples. Enjoy what you tried?! We have 24 taps where you can purchase addition samples of beer, wine, margaritas and you will have time to purchase some tasty lunch! Then wrap up the day in historic Ste. Gen, to see one of MO's most charming towns. Enjoy a sweet treat at Sara's Ice Cream (124 Merchant, Ste. Gen). Explore historic landmarks, check out unique local shops, and soak up the small-town French colonial charm. Flavor, history & fun all in one day!

Discover the secrets to authentic Italian pizza in this hands-on class in Downtown Kansas City, hosted through Cozymeal. With only 4 guests, the small-group format ensures a personal, interactive experience. The menu you will prepare includes: - Starter: Seasonal arugula salad with grilled pears and crispy shallots - Main course: Handmade Margherita pizza or chicken pesto pizza with pine nuts - Dessert: Lemon tiramisu with mascarpone and citrus Learn dough-making, topping techniques and Italian dessert traditions in a relaxed setting.

Learn the essentials of sushi-making in this fun St. Louis cooking experience with Chef Legina. In this class, Chef Legina breaks down sushi-making into simple, approachable steps perfect for beginners. Start by preparing sushi rice and learning how to organize and layer fresh ingredients like salmon, avocado and shrimp. Then, build two classic rolls: a salmon roll for clean, rich flavor and a shrimp tempura roll featuring crispy battered shrimp for added texture. Along the way, Chef Legina shares practical rolling techniques to help you create clean, evenly shaped sushi. Hosted at a local café in St. Louis, this social cooking class is designed for all skill levels and offers a fun way to build confidence in the kitchen.

Trade boxed pasta for handmade gnocchi in this fun St. Louis cooking experience. In this class, Chef Legina breaks down gnocchi making into simple, approachable steps. Start by preparing a classic dough with potatoes, flour, eggs and salt, then roll and shape your gnocchi by hand while learning the techniques that give them their signature soft texture. Next, build a fresh basil pesto and pair it with a creamy mushroom sauce, combining bright herbs with rich, savory flavor. Chef Legina will share practical tips on timing and sauce consistency to help you bring the whole dish together. Enjoy your finished gnocchi at the end of class and leave with the confidence to recreate this Italian favorite at home.