Classic Cooking Academy - An Arizona Culinary School

Asian Series – Week 4 (03/24/26)
2026-03-24 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
Week 4 – Japan Part II:

Classic Miso Soup
Japanese House Salad
Chicken Gyoza with Dipping Sauce
Japanese Curry with Sticky Rice and Breaded Pork Tonkatsu
Green Tea Matcha Crème Brûlée

Asian Series – About:
Join us in this six-week program as we take a specific look at regional Asian cuisines that have become fancied by the entire world. Hosted by Chef Jeanette Ling, the Asian Series will educate students on parochial Asian cultures, their culinary staples, and the context behind it all! This series is open to all skill-levels, ideal for those who really gravitate towards the food of Japan, China, Vietnam and other neighboring states!
Each week follows the same structure: students will listen to the chef instructor’s lecture over the weekly topics and regions before heading into the kitchen to make the respective dishes themselves. Once the food is prepared and plated, everyone gets to enjoy a family-style meal of what they’ve just made with a complimentary glass of wine.
Asian Series – Cost:
The Asian Series is $600.00 for all six weeks of classes. Students may not sign up for individual classes. No chef jacket fee is added for this program.
More Info:

Certain weeks of the program may be pushed back for other events. Classic Cooking keeps all currently enrolled students updated with any schedule changes.
We also offer a variety of stand-alone recreational cooking classes that focus on various Asian cuisines as well. To see which Asian cooking classes are currently being offered, visit our calendar.

Register:
Click here to register using the PayPal button on the Asian Series webpage.

Asian Series – Week 5 (03/31/26)
2026-03-31 18:30 - 21:00
Week 5 – China:

Shredded Pork Bao Buns
Kung Pao Chicken
Stir-Fried Bok Choy
Dan Dan Noodles
Chinese Almond Cookies

Asian Series – About:
Join us in this six-week program as we take a specific look at regional Asian cuisines that have become fancied by the entire world. Hosted by Chef Jeanette Ling, the Asian Series will educate students on parochial Asian cultures, their culinary staples, and the context behind it all! This series is open to all skill-levels, ideal for those who really gravitate towards the food of Japan, China, Vietnam and other neighboring states!
Each week follows the same structure: students will listen to the chef instructor’s lecture over the weekly topics and regions before heading into the kitchen to make the respective dishes themselves. Once the food is prepared and plated, everyone gets to enjoy a family-style meal of what they’ve just made with a complimentary glass of wine.
Asian Series – Cost:
The Asian Series is $600.00 for all six weeks of classes. Students may not sign up for individual classes. No chef jacket fee is added for this program.
More Info:

Certain weeks of the program may be pushed back for other events. Classic Cooking keeps all currently enrolled students updated with any schedule changes.
We also offer a variety of stand-alone recreational cooking classes that focus on various Asian cuisines as well. To see which Asian cooking classes are currently being offered, visit our calendar.

Register:
Click here to register using the PayPal button on the Around the World Series webpage.

Asian Series – Week 6 (04/14/26)
2026-04-14 18:30 - 21:00
Week 6 – Thailand:

Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Dipping Sauce
Shrimp Pad Thai
Vegetable Massaman Curry with Jasmine Rice
Mango Mousse with Thai Tea Shortbread Cookie

Asian Series – About:
Join us in this six-week program as we take a specific look at regional Asian cuisines that have become fancied by the entire world. Hosted by Chef Jeanette Ling, the Asian Series will educate students on parochial Asian cultures, their culinary staples, and the context behind it all! This series is open to all skill-levels, ideal for those who really gravitate towards the food of Japan, China, Vietnam and other neighboring states!
Each week follows the same structure: students will listen to the chef instructor’s lecture over the weekly topics and regions before heading into the kitchen to make the respective dishes themselves. Once the food is prepared and plated, everyone gets to enjoy a family-style meal of what they’ve just made with a complimentary glass of wine.
Asian Series – Cost:
The Asian Series is $600.00 for all six weeks of classes. Students may not sign up for individual classes. No chef jacket fee is added for this program.
More Info:

Certain weeks of the program may be pushed back for other events. Classic Cooking keeps all currently enrolled students updated with any schedule changes.
We also offer a variety of stand-alone recreational cooking classes that focus on various Asian cuisines as well. To see which Asian cooking classes are currently being offered, visit our calendar.

Register:
Click here to register using the PayPal button on the Asian Series webpage.

Sushi-Making Class (CANCELLED)
2026-04-18 11:00 - 14:00
THIS SUSHI-MAKING CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. WE WILL REACH OUT TO PRIOR REGISTRANTS SHORTLY.
Menu:

Sushi:

History
Different Types (Makizushi, Nigiri, Sashimi, etc.)
Preparation

About – Sushi Class:
From raw to remarkable. Learn the art of the roll in our Sushi Class! Guests will learn about the history of sushi, the different types of sushi, and how to prepare this iconic dish. Our chef instructor will discuss how to make rolls, slice fish, and how to assemble nigiri and sashimi before bringing everyone into the kitchen for a hands-on cooking portion! Each participant will be able to prepare their own part of the menu before enjoying their creations with sides like soy, ginger, and wasabi. Please join us for a demonstration then hands-on portion of the art of making sushi!
More Info – Sushi Class:

COST: $100 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this class are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.

To make a reservation, please use the PayPal registration below. If the PayPal button has been removed or you wish to pay via another method, call our staff (480-501-0177).
Sushi Making Classes are held on select dates, 11:00am – 1:30pm. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.

If you have to cancel within this time period, you will receive credit at Classic Cooking Academy.
If your party has six or more guests, you can still reserve spots for any recreational class or event if you do not wish to do a private party. However, we will charge your group an 18% service fee at the time of your reservation. With this in mind, it is preferred that you register your entire guest count all at once.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on this menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Cooking Class.
Class size is limited to 20 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 11:00am sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes. If you have long hair, be sure to tie it behind your head.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Visit our website calendar to see our other classes and events that we have scheduled!
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get an idea on who may be teaching this class.
To see how our prior Sushi-Making Classes looked like, visit our Instagram page!
