Private Classes & Culinary Tours
"The only real stumbling block is fear of failure. In cooking you've got to have a what-the-hell-attitude ." -Julia Child
If you've always dreamed of taking a hands-on cooking class this is the perfect solution-- have Julie design your ideal cooking class or culinary tour. You'll work side-by-side with Julie cooking recipes you've always wanted to master in class. These intimate classes allow you to make the most out of your precious vacation time in Napa. These private cooking classes are personalized and help you quickly develop your skills and master new recipes and techniques. Have a hands-on cooking class developed for you a half-day to a 5-day or depending on your schedule.
If you have no time to travel to Napa, you have the option to have the class in your own kitchen. This is a wonderful way to create a memory of a special event.
When it comes to a topic for your class, the only limit is your imagination. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- 5-day Basic Theory and Techniques Course-from the foundation of culinary arts stocks, meat, fish to dessert basics.
- Provence and the South of France Class-aioli with vegetables, boulliabaise and lemon tart from Menton.
- All Italian Class — master recipes from homemade ricotta to lobster ravioli with roast pork and lemon verbena panna cotta.
- Impressive Hors d'oeuvres Class— mouth watering morsels for cocktail parties.
- Elegant Dining Class — from truffles and foie gras to luxurious grilled lamb or roast beef tenderloin with wild mushrooms and chocolate "lava" cake.
"Thanks so much for the fun week at cooking school. I am going to make some of the recipes next week. I think we are coming back next year if you'll have us." Wayne F.
MENU IDEAS-
Roasted Red Peppers with Sherry Vinegar
Spanish Potato Chip Tortilla
Paella of Chicken and Seafood
Pineapple Flan
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Prosciutto with Warm Roasted Figs & Crunchy Hazelnut Picada
White Sea Bass with Spinach, Roasted Polenta and Romesco
Profiteroles with Cinnamon Ice Cream and Hot Fudge Sauce
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Homemade Smoked Salmon on Crostini with Wasabi Mayonnaise
Pistachio-Crusted Rack of Lamb with Pancetta
Braised Baby Greens
Strawberry Sorbet infused with Lemon Grass
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Includes the meal you prepared, wine paired with your meal, private instruction, along with recipe booklet, resources, and a logo "COOKING with JULIE" apron.
The fee for a private classes-
$750 for up to 4 students
$950 for up to 6 students
$1200 for up to 8 students
For more than 8 students please contact Julie (707) 227-5036.
Additional options
•Custom souvenir video
•Event photographer
•Personalized aprons and other kitchen utensils.
•+$100 for Sunday classes.
•Substitutions maybe necessary depending on the availability.
•Includes ½ bottle of wine per person.
The fee is based on the number of students, menu and upgrades in wine or food.
Call (707) 227-5036 or email (julie@cookingwithjulie.com) Julie with your requirements.
"We had two very fun days with you. Thanks for all of the good cooking tips, knife tricks, great recipes and inspiration." Pat & Tom
CANCELLATION POLICY
For private classes we are not able to refund or give credit for cancellations less than 21 days prior to the class/event unless we are able to fill your spot.
Please understand we can not make exceptions
COOKING with JULIE
(707) 227-5036
julie@cookingwithjulie.com