Cooking Classes for Beginners in Denver

Transport yourself to Italy during this hands-on cooking class. Under the guidance of Chef Juwanza, you'll learn the time-honored technique of making pasta from scratch and the sauces to pair with it.The class begins by learning the recipe for pasta dough using semolina flour, eggs and olive oil. Master the technique to knead the dough, then shape it into pasta. While the pasta cooks, whip up a creamy Alfredo sauce and a savory Bolognese sauce. Stir the pa...

Embrace your inner chocolate maker in this hands-on cooking class. Under the guidance of Chef Haley, you'll learn how to make decadent chocolate treats from scratch.Dive into the art of chocolate to make a rich cake. Learn the recipe to combine flour, brown sugar, buttermilk and cocoa powder into a smooth batter for a moist cake cut into rounds. Next, you'll learn how to combine roasted hazelnuts, cocoa powder and vanilla extract to make a homemade whipped...

Master the art of cooking on the grill in this immersive cooking class. Chef Kevin will teach you how to transform classic recipes with an elevated twist. Begin by stuffing avocado with heart of palm and tomatoes and grilling it until tender for a savory appetizer. Serve alongside grilled Mexican street corn topped with mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, and hot chips. Then, you're practice seasoning and grilling a steak, keeping it juicy. Whip up a classic slaw f...

Let Chef Sarah show you the magic of traditional Middle Eastern cooking in a meal meant to impress your friends and family. You'll discover a time-honored cuisine in which fresh flavor and wholesome ingredients are key to delicious success. You'll transform roasted eggplant and vibrant aromatics into authentic baba ghanoush and bake your own homemade pita to serve it with. Then, craft your own tender and flavorful chicken shawarma and prepare a Lebanese ri...

Gather a friend or two and join this Italian cooking class with Chef Eric. He uses expert culinary techniques and fresh ingredients to create delicious recipes you can recreate at home. You'll start with a crispy bruschetta topped with a balsamic glaze as an appetizer. Next, you'll prepare homemade dough for manicotti that you'll fill with a garlic-infused ricotta mixture. Dessert is a refreshing lemon raspberry granita. MENUBruschetta With balsamic glazeH...

You'll feel like you're in an Italian kitchen during this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Marius. Master the authentic recipes and techniques to craft a three-course Italian meal.Class begins with a refreshing antipasto of Burrata cheese, prosciutto and heirloom tomatoes drizzled with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Then, cook ravioli with fresh sage and butter sauce. Finish your meal by layering espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone and...

If serving up your own homemade pasta feels intimidating, Chef Kelly's hands-on cooking class will demystify the timeless art of mixing and shaping beautiful noodles. Let your culinary confidence soar and as you learn your way around the pasta machine as well as hand cutting techniques in this approachable tutorial. Using a classic egg-based pasta dough, you'll learn four traditional pastas including tender spaghetti and toothsome tagliatelle. From there,...

In this hands-on cooking class, explore the world of chocolate with Chef Sima. Learn to make a variety of decadent chocolate treats while practicing foundational techniques such as tempering. Begin by learning how to handle chocolate from tempering to finished product as you create crunchy pralines with two types of chocolate. Next, prepare rich ganache and truffles flavored with raspberries, coffee, nuts or brandy. Celebrate your new skills with fun games...

Explore the recipes and techniques of French cuisine in this immersive cooking class. Under the expert guidance of Chef Marius, you'll craft a three-course meal of French classics.Begin the class with a refreshing Caesar salad drizzled with a homemade dressing and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Next, whip up a creamy fettuccine pasta served with smoked salmon. An indulgent chocolate mousse topped with homemade Chantilly cream serves as a dessert. Elevate y...

In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Eric, you will take your taste buds on a trip to Little Italy as you learn how to prepare an authentic three-course Italian menu using fresh, high-quality ingredients and classic Italian recipes. Chef Eric will begin by teaching you how to make a traditional Italian bruschetta appetizer from scratch. Then, you will learn how to prepare delicate, creamy manicotti stuffed with a fragrant, garlicky ricotta. Lastly, you...

Elevate your pasta night in this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Kevin. You'll learn the recipe and technique to make authentic gnocchi and delicious dishes to round out the meal. Craft a kale salad topped with mushrooms and thyme and a drizzle of homemade lemon vinaigrette to refresh your palate. Craft homemade gnocchi with potatoes and cook it into pillowy-soft pasta. Whip up a rich garlic, mushroom and sage sauce and a creamy tomato sauce with a bit...

In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Sarah will teach you the fundamental techniques and processes to build a traditional Thai green curry. Practice your knife skills while building layers of flavor and aromatics in this bright and comforting dish. Pair your creamy curry with tender and fluffy jasmine rice for an authentic Thai meal.Cooking classes on Classpop! are designed to be social events that do not require any previous experience. Guests are welcome...