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We love Sur La Table...Always a great time with chef Joy. We have donec4 classes with her and have enjoyed them all....I would love for him to teach another/next level knife skills class.
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Great chef, too many cooks...Didn't love being in a group of four working on one meal....Great experience! I'll be back!...Elise was a great teacher!...The fresh, homemade butter was the best! So fun!
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Best Night!!!!...We laughed and had such a great time. Highly recommend this class....Best Date Night Ever!...My husband and I really had a great time. Not only was it a lot of fun, the food was spectacular.
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Great class; great pie...This was a great class, and loved having pie at my Thanksgiving dinner!...Great pastry chef (Anna)! Delicious pie!!
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Love Chef Chris & Food, too many people crammed in and not enough space....Love cooking here but we need our own stoves as well....Great food. Great date! Great overall experience!
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Great class!...Chef Joy was great and answered all questions the class had....Great Class
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Great class....Great times and good food!...Chef David was great! We all had a wonderful time and the food was delicious!
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Best Team Building Activity...The food was great and the instructor was friendly and clearly knowledgeable about food.
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Great Date Night...We had a great experience and learned a couple of new techniques that will help us in future meals.....Two improvements we would love is to have if we cook again would be seats available to sit down and eat...Great experience with...
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The chef was great! The dish was great. I love how we were guided to keep things neat and tidy....Great seminar!...Chef Michael was great, he made it fun all while learning something. I?
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Instructor was great. Plenty of food to eat. Loved the class...We all had a great time and were super happy with our meal.
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knew of to skin garlic cloves, each of which never efficiently worked, and learned in this class the best...Fantastic class - great experience with Chefs Erick, Paolo, and Dagny!
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Love eating in. Chef Chris has been the very best....The chef was great
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Great Class!...Chef Rosanna at the WPB store did a great job and very knowledgeable....We had a great time! Chef Avenly was very personable and easy to follow.
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Great experience!!...Chef Vanessa was awesome- entertaining, skillful and knowledgeable, and a great teacher.
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Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.
What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups... -
Cooking Class Description: Who needs takeout when you can make authentic Thai dishes at home? Bring your young chef and explore vibrant Thai flavors together as you grill tender Chicken Satay and whip up a bold Peanut Sauce for dipping. You'll roll Fresh...
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Cooking Class Description: Underrated but absolutely scrumptious, we're making the humble chess pie in this baking class! Our chef instructor will teach you how to make a flaky pie crust from scratch and a maple flavored custard filling enhanced with...
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Cooking Class Description: A classic steakhouse meal gets a luxurious update in this Date Night class! You, your partner and other couples will learn how to perfectly sear a steak, make a boozy compound butter and prepare a Classic Shrimp Cocktail. For...
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Cooking Class Description: Bake up sweet memories and delicious desserts with the whole family! In this family-friendly class, our chef instructor will guide you through preparing, baking and assembling Whoopie Pies, Brownie S’mores Bars and Elephant...
Summer Party Ideas
Summer party ideas come to life with a little inspiration and the right touches. Whether you’re planning a backyard barbecue, a sunset dinner on the patio, or a festive gathering with friends, it’s all about creating an inviting atmosphere and delicious memories. From easy appetizers to creative table setups, these summer party ideas help you set the scene for effortless entertaining and plenty of fun under the sun.
Best Of FAQ
Popular summer party themes include tropical luaus, backyard barbecues, garden picnics, poolside gatherings, and Mediterranean-inspired feasts. Choosing a theme can help guide your menu, decorations, and activities for a memorable event.
Cooking classes can provide inspiration for your summer party menu, teach you new seasonal recipes, and boost your confidence in preparing dishes for guests. They also offer hands-on experience with grilling, cocktails, and desserts perfect for warm-weather entertaining.
Light and fresh dishes such as grilled meats and vegetables, salads with seasonal produce, chilled appetizers, fruit-based desserts, and refreshing beverages are all ideal for summer parties. These options keep guests satisfied without feeling too heavy in the heat.
Absolutely! Hosting an interactive cooking experience—such as a DIY taco bar or pizza-making station—adds fun and engagement to your summer party. Guests can participate in preparing their own meals while socializing.
To create a festive atmosphere, use bright tableware, string lights or lanterns for evening events, fresh flowers or greenery as centerpieces, and upbeat music playlists. Incorporating themed decorations and outdoor games can also enhance the celebratory mood.
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"Love Chef Chris & Food, too many people crammed in and not enough space"
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"Such a fun class and Chef Dom was a fantastic teacher and so great to learn from"
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"Didn't love being in a group of four working on one meal"
