Classic Cooking Academy - An Arizona Culinary School

Practical Series – Week 6 (10/31/25)
2025-10-31 13:00 - 15:30 UTC
Practical Series – Topic:

Eggs

Scrambled
Omelette
Poached
Hollandaise

About:
The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from the chef’s lecture before heading into the kitchen to cook dishes on what they’ve just learned. By the end of the course, students will have a full understanding of nearly every facet of cooking. Don’t be hesitant if you think you’re not up to the task – this class is open for any and all skill levels.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Practical Series – $2,500.00.
Payment Plan of Practical Series – Deposit of $550.00 and then six payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
Chef Jacket Fee – $45 (automatically allocated into the deposit).
*NOTE*: If you already have a Classic Cooking chef jacket from a prior program and still wish to attend the Practical Series, please call our staff to register.
Register:
Visit our Practical Series webpage for the step-by-step process on how to officially register.
More Info:

Students will be learning techniques of cooking rather than looking at recipes.

As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil.

Class starts at 6:30pm (Thursday evenings) or 1:00pm (Friday afternoons) sharp. Please be here at least 5 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.

If you need to make up this class from a previous Practical Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.
To check the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Four Course Wine Dinner (FEW SPOTS LEFT!)
2025-11-01 18:00 - 20:00
ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT! CALL OR EMAIL TO REGISTER!
Four Course Wine Dinner – Menu:

Shrimp and Andouille Gumbo on Rice
Cedar Plank Salmon with Grilled Zucchini, Squash Medley and Roasted Corn Polenta
Beef Bourguignon with Ginger Sweet Potato Purée
Gourmet Kit Kat Bar with an Almond Butter Crème Anglaise

About:
A delicious spin on wine tastings. Our Wine Dinners are one of our few offers that do not incorporate hands-on cooking. Instead, guests sit down, meet our lead chef, and enjoy a four course dinner with specially paired wines. With each course, our staff will talk about the food as well as discussing the wine’s taste, variety, background, and vintage. For a food and wine pairing, you’d be hard pressed to find a tastier option.
Four Course Wine Dinner – More Info:

COST: $60 per person (NEW SEASONAL OFFER). Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.
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 party all at once to avoid scheduling complications.

To make a reservation, use the PayPal button below. If the PayPal button has been removed or you wish to pay another way, please call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
Wine Dinners are held on select Saturdays, 6:00 – 8:00pm. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
This class is not a cooking class. There is no portion of the class that is hands-on or demonstrative – our wine dinners are food and wine tastings featuring deliciously paired courses.
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 only receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on tonight’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Wine Dinner.
Visit our website calendar for all future and upcoming Wine Dinners!

For a more flexible option on food and wine pairings, consider scheduling your own Private Wine Dinner.

Class size is limited to 36 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Dinner starts at 6:00pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable and appropriate clothing.
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get an idea on who may be teaching this class.
To view some dishes from prior Wine Dinners, visit our Instagram page!

Thanksgiving Class – Everything But The Turkey (11/02/25)
2025-11-02 16:00 - 18:30
Menu:

Appetizer:

Phyllo Purse with Brie and Homemade Cranberry Sauce

Sides:

Roasted Brussels Sprouts tossed with Bacon, Cranberries and topped with a Blue Cheese Crumble and Balsamic Herb Drizzle
Sautéed Green Beans with Caramelized Shallot and Crushed Toasted Hazelnuts
Classic Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
Caramelized Sweet Potatoes and Apples with Brown Sugar

Dessert:

Pumpkin Apple Cobbler

***A protein will be served for dinner but will not be incorporated in the hands-on cooking portion.***

About:
Although the turkey is a must-have part of each and every family table during Thanksgiving, we can all agree that the side dishes are the stars who really steal the show. In our “Everything But The Turkey” class, we will be diving into the proper techniques, ingredients, and methods in creating a true home-cooked, from-scratch, Thanksgiving meal. Keep the cans of green beans in the closet. Keep the powdered potatoes in the back of the pantry. All of our recipes will be scratch made and your family will be most thankful come Thanksgiving. We will be touching on all of the classics as well as redefining and innovating some of them for the better! At the end of our class time, our chef takes over the kitchen. The guests return to the dining room and are served all of our amazing, homemade thanksgiving classics with a refreshing beverage. It doesn’t get any butter than this!
More Info:

To make a reservation, please used the PayPal button below. You may also call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
COST: $80 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

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

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 not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on tonight’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative class or event.
Class size is limited to 20 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 6:30pm 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.
This class will be led by Chef Andrew Schmidt.
View our website calendar to see all of our other scheduled classes and events. Beyond this Thanksgiving Class, we host a variety of hands-on cooking classes in Scottsdale, AZ!
To view some dishes from our prior classes and events, visit our Instagram page!

REGISTER HERE:

Number of People

1 Person $80.00 USD2 People $160.00 USD3 People $240.00 USD4 People $320.00 USD5 People $400.00 USD6 People $480.00 USD

Name

Phone Number

Around the World Series – Week 2 (11/03/25)
2025-11-03 18:30 - 21:00
Week 2 – East Asia:

Vietnamese Summer Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce

Beef Bulgogi

Japanese Style Fried Rice
Chinese Style Stir Fried Vegetable Medley
Black Sticky Rice with Mango Coconut Semifreddo

Around the World Series – About:
Join us in this six-week program as we take a global look at a variety of cuisines that have taken the world by storm. Hosted by Chef Andrew Schmidt, the Around the World Series will educate students on individual cultures, their culinary staples, and the context behind it all! This series is open to all skill-levels, ideal for those who want to become more worldly when it comes to international cuisine.
Each week follows the same structure: students will listen to the chef instructor’s lecture over the weekly topics 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.
Around the World Series – Cost:
The Around the World 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 Around the World 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 global cuisines as well. To see which hands-on 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.

Team Building Event (11/04/25)
2025-11-04 17:30 - 20:00
Space reserved for a corporate group to host a team building cooking party event with Classic Cooking’s staff in the evening.

Pastry Series – Week 10 (11/05/25)
2025-11-05 18:30 - 21:00
Pastry Series Weekly Topic – Yeast Dough

Buttermilk Rolls
Cinnamon Rolls

About:
Consider yourself a chef with a sweet tooth? Put your skills to the test in our 12-week Pastry Series! With topics covering cakes, pies, tarts, breads, creams, chocolates, and so much more, this class is as tantalizing as it is appetizing. Hosted by Chef Susan Kolman, you will get a professional look inside the pastry world.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Pastry Series – $1,250.00
Payment Plan of Pastry Series – Deposit of $275.00 and then three payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
**NOTE**: In the event of cancellation, please refer to our Enrollment Agreement for a complete breakdown of our cancellation policy. We do not issue refunds for the $50 enrollment fee or the $45 Chef Jacket.
Register:
Visit our Pastry Series page here for more info on how to register.
More Info:

This class is part of a 12 week series, and classes cannot be registered for individually. No vouchers accepted for registration.
Students will be learning both techniques of cooking and the specificities of adhering to pastry recipes. As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil. We will provide cooking equipment and recipes for all respective dishes.
Class starts at 6:30pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. If you need to make up this class from a previous Pastry Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu. If you miss one or multiple Pastry Series classes, you can make them up in either a concurrent Pastry Series session or a future Pastry Series session.

To view the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Cooking for Homeschoolers – Week 1 (11/06/25)
2025-11-06 10:30 - 12:30
Menu – Little Italy:

Italian Chopped Salad
Homemade Fettuccine
Parmesan Chicken Fingers
Strawberry Vanilla Cupcakes with Mascarpone Icing

About:
4-WEEK SESSION BEGINS AUGUST 28TH AND ENDS ON OCTOBER 9TH! WE WILL SKIP THE WEEKS OF SEPTEMBER 4TH, SEPTEMBER 18TH, AND OCTOBER 2ND.
Join our 4-Week Cooking for Homeschoolers Series and whip up a delicious lunch! Each week, a different menu will be prepared by students before they all sit down together to enjoy the meal. This is a great way for students to learn basic and advanced cooking techniques and develop a higher level of skill. Available to ages 8-17.
More Info:

COST: $280 for 4-week session. Individual class registration is prohibited.
To register, use the PayPal button below. If the PayPal button has been removed or if you wish to pay via a different method, please call or email us.

We also accept ESA payments through ClassWallet. If you need assistance with that, please contact our staff.

Class is limited to 16 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480)-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu to register. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time for fee refund.
After School Cooking Classes are held on Thursdays, 10:30am – 12:30 pm.
Menus vary each class. Students will prepare the meal and sit down and eat together. A copy of the recipes will be available to take home.
A MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION FORM must be on file for your child to attend.

It is very important that we receive at least 72 hours advance notice of ANY food allergies or dietary restrictions. Please let us know at least 72 hours in advance; otherwise modifications will not be made.

Students MUST wear close-toed shoes and tie back long hair as per Arizona health code.
After School Classes are DROP OFF ONLY. Sorry, no parents allowed!
PLEASE DROP OFF AND PICK UP IN A TIMELY MANNER.

A late fee will be assessed for each 15 minutes of tardiness.

Visit our website calendar to view the dates and menus of our other Cooking for Homeschoolers classes.
Visit our Instagram page to see how prior Homeschoolers cooking classes looked like.

REGISTER HERE:

Number of Students

1 Student $280.00 USD2 Students $560.00 USD3 Students $840.00 USD4 Students $1,120.00 USD

Name(s) of Student(s)

Allergies/Dietary Restrictions?

Practical Series – Week 7 (11/06/25)
2025-11-06 18:30 - 21:00
Practical Series – Topic:

Eggs

Custard
Crème Caramel
Crème Brûlée
Pie Crust

About:
The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from the chef’s lecture before heading into the kitchen to cook dishes on what they’ve just learned. By the end of the course, students will have a full understanding of nearly every facet of cooking. Don’t be hesitant if you think you’re not up to the task – this class is open for any and all skill levels.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Practical Series – $2,500.00.
Payment Plan of Practical Series – Deposit of $550.00 and then six payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
Chef Jacket Fee – $45 (automatically allocated into the deposit).
*NOTE*: If you already have a Classic Cooking chef jacket from a prior program and still wish to attend the Practical Series, please call our staff to register.
Register:
Visit our Practical Series webpage for the step-by-step process on how to officially register.
More Info:

Students will be learning techniques of cooking rather than looking at recipes.

As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil.

Class starts at 6:30pm (Thursday evenings) or 1:00pm (Friday afternoons) sharp. Please be here at least 5 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.

If you need to make up this class from a previous Practical Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.
To check the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Practical Series – Week 7 (11/07/25)
2025-11-07 13:00 - 15:30

Tamale Workshop (HALFWAY FULL!)
2025-11-07 18:30 - 21:30
Tamale Workshop – Menu:

Traditional Masa Dough
Chicken Verde Tamales with Tomatillo Salsa
Calabacitas Tamales with Red Chili Sauce
Holiday Pumpkin Tamales (to be demonstrated in class for students to enjoy in class with complimentary beverages)

About:
Spice, steam, and smile — it’s tamale time! Join Chef Instructor Sharon Lunardi for this unique hands-on cooking class! Sharon will teach you the basic steps to making traditional tamales, beginning with a demonstration on simple Masa doughs with different variations. Students will work in groups of 2 to 4 people making all recipes following a chef demo. All tamales will be made to take home, so bring containers. There will be a sampling of Chicken Verde Tamales for everyone to enjoy along with complimentary beverages. Please note that this is a 3 HOUR specialty workshop.
More Info:

To register, use the PayPal button below. If you wish to register by phone or the PayPal button has been removed to avoid overbooking, please call 480-502-0177.
Cost: $90 per person.
We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.
The Tamale Workshop includes all ingredients, wine, beer, soda and water. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on today’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative class.
Class size is limited to 20 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 6:30pm 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.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand.

Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get a feel over who may be teaching this class.
Tips for our staff for this morning are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.
View our website calendar to see all of our other scheduled classes and events.
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get an idea on who may be teaching this class.
To view some dishes from our prior classes and events, visit our Instagram page!

REGISTER HERE:

Number of People

1 Person $90.00 USD2 People $180.00 USD3 People $270.00 USD4 People $360.00 USD5 People $450.00 USD6 People $540.00 USD

Name

Phone Number

Pastry Class – Macarons (TWO SPOTS LEFT!)
2025-11-08 10:00 - 13:00
ONLY TWO SPOTS LEFT! CALL OR EMAIL TO REGISTER!
ONLINE REGISTRATION HAS BEEN REMOVED TO AVOID OVERBOOKING.
Macarons Class – Menu:

Espresso Macarons with Chocolate Ganache Filling
Chocolate Orange Macarons with Chocolate Orange Ganache Filling
Raspberry Macarons with Raspberry Preserve Filling
Chocolate Ganache

About:
Join us for this Specialty Hands-On Pastry Class, and learn the technique to making those famous French Macarons that everybody adores! In this class, you’ll practice piping the meringue cookies and create a variety of flavored cream fillings. Then, you’ll assemble your very own French Macarons! Each student will make their own cookies to eat or take home.
(If you would like to take your food home with you, please bring your own to-go containers.)
More Info:

To make a reservation, please use the PayPal button below. If the button has been removed or you wish to pay via a different method, please call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
COST: $80 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

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

This Pastry Class is held from 10am – 1:00pm. 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 not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on today’s 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 10am 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.
Children 12 years old or younger are welcome to attend as long as they are accompanied by a parent or guardian. This is one of our more intensive pastry classes.
View our website calendar to see all of our other scheduled classes and events.
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get an idea on who may be teaching this class.
To view some dishes from our prior classes and events, visit our Instagram page!

Private Party (11/08/25)
2025-11-08 18:00 - 20:30
Space reserved for a group to host a hands-on private cooking class party with Classic Cooking’s staff in the evening.

Around the World Series – Week 3 (11/10/25)
2025-11-10 18:30 - 21:00
Week 3 – Italy:

Ricotta, Bacon, and Roasted Tomato Bruschetta with Honey Balsamic Glaze
Minestrone Soup with Parmesan Crisp
Pan Seared Chicken Breast and Fettuccine all’Amatriciana
Lemon Mascarpone Mousse with Lady Fingers

Around the World Series – About:
Join us in this six-week program as we take a global look at a variety of cuisines that have taken the world by storm. Hosted by Chef Andrew Schmidt, the Around the World Series will educate students on individual cultures, their culinary staples, and the context behind it all! This series is open to all skill-levels, ideal for those who want to become more worldly when it comes to international cuisine.
Each week follows the same structure: students will listen to the chef instructor’s lecture over the weekly topics 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.
Around the World Series – Cost:
The Around the World 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 Around the World 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 global cuisines as well. To see which hands-on 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.

Meats & Sauces Series – Week 1 (11/11/25)
2025-11-11 18:30 - 21:00
Meats & Sauces Series Week 1 – Chicken:

Breakdown Whole Chicken
Seared Chicken Breast Cutlets with Choice of Pan Sauces: Piccata, Marsala, & Brown Butter Lemon Thyme Sauce
Coq au Vin: Braised Chicken Thighs & Legs

About:
Join us for a succulent course on the choicest cuts and the best sauces to pair with them! In each class, we will discuss and apply proper protein cookery methods, explain anatomy, location and application of certain cuts, demonstrate and participate in breakdown and butchery of proteins, as well as learn proper sauce making techniques.
Each week follows the same structure: students will listen to the chef instructor’s lecture over the weekly topics before heading into the kitchen to make the respective dishes themselves.
Cost:
The Meats and Sauces 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:

No prior experience is necessary to join the Meats & Sauces program – all skill-levels are welcome!
Students will receive recipes each week for the dishes that they will be covering and preparing.
Click here to visit our Instagram page and here for our TikTok page to see how prior sessions of this series looked like!

Register:
Click here to register using the PayPal button on the main Meats & Sauces Series webpage.

Pastry Series – Week 11 (11/12/25)
2025-11-12 08:00 - 17:00
Pastry Series Weekly Topic – Plated Desserts

Crêpes
Chocolate Lava Cake
Fruit Sauces
Garnishes

About:
Consider yourself a chef with a sweet tooth? Put your skills to the test in our 12-week Pastry Series! With topics covering cakes, pies, tarts, breads, creams, chocolates, and so much more, this class is as tantalizing as it is appetizing. Hosted by Chef Susan Kolman, you will get a professional look inside the pastry world.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Pastry Series – $1,250.00
Payment Plan of Pastry Series – Deposit of $275.00 and then three payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
**NOTE**: In the event of cancellation, please refer to our Enrollment Agreement for a complete breakdown of our cancellation policy. We do not issue refunds for the $50 enrollment fee or the $45 Chef Jacket.
Register:
Visit our Pastry Series page here for more info on how to register.
More Info:

This class is part of a 12 week series, and classes cannot be registered for individually. No vouchers accepted for registration.
Students will be learning both techniques of cooking and the specificities of adhering to pastry recipes. As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil. We will provide cooking equipment and recipes for all respective dishes.
Class starts at 6:30pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. If you need to make up this class from a previous Pastry Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu. If you miss one or multiple Pastry Series classes, you can make them up in either a concurrent Pastry Series session or a future Pastry Series session.

To view the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Team Building Event (11/12/25)
2025-11-12 16:00 - 18:30
Space reserved for a corporate group to host a private team building cooking party with Classic Cooking’s staff in the late afternoon.

Practical Series – Week 8 (11/13/25)
2025-11-13 08:00 - 17:00
Practical Series – Topic:

Soufflés

Dessert & Savory

About:
The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from the chef’s lecture before heading into the kitchen to cook dishes on what they’ve just learned. By the end of the course, students will have a full understanding of nearly every facet of cooking. Don’t be hesitant if you think you’re not up to the task – this class is open for any and all skill levels.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Practical Series – $2,500.00.
Payment Plan of Practical Series – Deposit of $550.00 and then six payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
Chef Jacket Fee – $45 (automatically allocated into the deposit).
*NOTE*: If you already have a Classic Cooking chef jacket from a prior program and still wish to attend the Practical Series, please call our staff to register.
Register:
Visit our Practical Series webpage for the step-by-step process on how to officially register.
More Info:

Students will be learning techniques of cooking rather than looking at recipes.

As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil.

Class starts at 6:30pm (Thursday evenings) and 1:00pm (Friday afternoons) sharp. Please be here at least 5 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.

If you need to make up this class from a previous Practical Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.
To check the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Kids Cooking Party (11/13/25)
2025-11-13 15:45 - 18:15
Space reserved for an outside group to host a private kids cooking class party with Classic Cooking in the late afternoon.

Practical Series – Week 8 (11/14/25)
2025-11-14 13:00 - 15:30

Team Building (11/14/25)
2025-11-14 13:00 - 15:30
Space reserved for a corporate group to host a team building cooking party outing with Classic Cooking in the afternoon.

Kids Cooking Party (11/14/25)
2025-11-14 18:00 - 20:30
Space reserved for a private group to host a kids hands-on cooking party with Classic Cooking in the evening.

Gourmet Class – Dine Out (SOLD OUT)
2025-11-14 18:30 - 21:00
THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT. CALL OR EMAIL TO BE PLACED ON OUR WAITLIST.
Gourmet Class Menu – Dine Out:

Roasted Fresh Tomato and Basil Soup
Grilled Flank Steak with Chipotle Tequila Butter
Cheesy Duchess Potatoes
Green Beans Almondine
Fresh Berries Crostata with Vanilla Ice Cream

About:
Our most popular stand-alone cooking class, this is Classic Cooking Academy’s bread and butter. Guests come in, find a seat, have a drink, and meet the chefs who go over each item on the menu. After our staff covers what each table will be cooking, guests split up among the tables to prepare one dish of their choosing. At the end, our chefs take over the kitchen, while guests return to the dining room and are served a delectable three-course dinner complete with an appetizer, entrée, and dessert.
Each Gourmet Class includes complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks. Alcoholic beverages will be available until dessert is served.
More Info:

To make a reservation, please use the PayPal registration below. If the PayPal button has been removed to avoid overbooking or you wish to pay by phone, please call us at 480-502-0177.
COST: $80 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

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

Gourmet Cooking Classes are held on select Fridays, 6:30 – 9:00pm. 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 not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on tonight’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Gourmet Cooking Class.
Class size is limited to 20 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 6:30pm 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.
This class will be led by Chef Sharon Lunardi.
View our website calendar to see all of our other scheduled classes and events.
To view some dishes from our prior classes and events, visit our Instagram page!

Classic Italian Wine Dinner (FEW SPOTS LEFT!)
2025-11-15 18:00 - 20:00
ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT! CALL OR EMAIL TO REGISTER.
ONLINE PAYMENT HAS BEEN REMOVED TO AVOID OVERBOOKING.
Classic Italian Wine Dinner – Menu:

Hearty Minestrone with Parmesan Crisps
Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Toasted Pine Nuts and Brown Butter Sage Sauce
Chicken Marsala with Creamy Polenta
Pumpkin Tiramisu

About:
La dolce vita. Our Classic Italian Wine Dinner invites you to indulge in the rich flavors of Italy through traditional dishes and expertly paired wines. Guests will be seated for a four-course culinary experience, meet our lead chef, and enjoy warm hospitality inspired by the Italian table. With each course, our team will share the story behind the food and guide you through the wine pairings—highlighting the taste, varietal, origin, and vintage of each selection. If you’re ready for a delicious journey through La Bella Italia, this is the wine dinner for you.
Classic Italian Wine Dinner – More Info:

COST: $60 per person (NEW SEASONAL OFFER). Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.
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 party all at once to avoid scheduling complications.

To make a reservation, use the PayPal button below. If the PayPal button has been removed or you wish to pay another way, please call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
Wine Dinners are held on select Saturdays, 6:00 – 8:00pm. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
This class is not a cooking class. There is no portion of the class that is hands-on or demonstrative – our wine dinners are food and wine tastings featuring deliciously paired courses.
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 not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on tonight’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Wine Dinner.

For a more flexible option on food and wine pairings, consider scheduling your own Private Wine Dinner.

Class size is limited to 36 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Dinner starts at 6:00pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable and appropriate clothing.
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get an idea on who may be teaching this class.
To view some dishes from prior Wine Dinners, visit our Instagram page!

Handmade Pasta Class (FOUR SPOTS LEFT!)
2025-11-16 16:00 - 18:30
Handmade Pasta Class – Menu:

Filled Pastas (pick one):

Ravioli
Agnolotti

Cut Pastas (pick one):

Fettuccine
Capellini

Filling:

Mushroom with Garlic Herb Parmesan

Sauces:

Alfredo Cream Sauce (Fettuccine)
Brown Butter Sauce with Sage (Ravioli, Agnolotti)
Pasta Fresca (Capellini)

About:
Learn how to make homemade pasta from scratch with simple ingredients that you probably already have at home. Teams will pick one filled pasta and one cut pasta to make. Our chef instructor will demo fresh pasta from scratch, showcasing the different pasta types with different fillings and sauces. At the end of the class, enjoy your freshly made Italian creations!
Bring containers if you want to take home your food!
More Info:

To make a reservation, please use the PayPal button below. If the button has been removed or you wish to pay via another method, call 480-502-0177.
COST: $75 PER PERSON. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

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

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 not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on today’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative class.
Class size is limited to 20 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 4:00pm 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.
View our website calendar to see all of our other scheduled classes and events.
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get an idea on who may be teaching this class.
To view some dishes from our prior classes and events, visit our Instagram page!

REGISTER HERE:

Number of People

1 Person $75.00 USD2 People $150.00 USD3 People $225.00 USD4 People $300.00 USD5 People $375.00 USD6 People $450.00 USD

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Around the World Series – Week 4 (11/17/25)
2025-11-17 18:30 - 21:00
Week 4 – Latin America:

Homemade Tortilla Chips with Mango Corn Salsa
Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
Spanish Style Rice with Black Beans
Tres Leches Cake

Around the World Series – About:
Join us in this six-week program as we take a global look at a variety of cuisines that have taken the world by storm. Hosted by Chef Andrew Schmidt, the Around the World Series will educate students on individual cultures, their culinary staples, and the context behind it all! This series is open to all skill-levels, ideal for those who want to become more worldly when it comes to international cuisine.
Each week follows the same structure: students will listen to the chef instructor’s lecture over the weekly topics 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.
Around the World Series – Cost:
The Around the World 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 Around the World 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 global cuisines as well. To see which hands-on 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.

Team Building Event (11/18/25)
2025-11-18 18:00 - 20:30
Space reserved for an outside corporate group to host a private hands-on cooking class team building event with Classic Cooking’s staff in the evening.

Meats & Sauces Series – Week 2 (11/18/25)
2025-11-18 18:30 - 21:00
Meats & Sauces Series Week 2 – Pork:

Grilled Pork Tenderloin and Breaded Pork Cutlets with Choice of Sauces
Sauce Robert, Port & Blue Cheese Reduction, Creamy Mushroom Sauce

About:
Join us for a succulent course on the choicest cuts and the best sauces to pair with them! In each class, we will discuss and apply proper protein cookery methods, explain anatomy, location and application of certain cuts, demonstrate and participate in breakdown and butchery of proteins, as well as learn proper sauce making techniques.
Each week follows the same structure: students will listen to the chef instructor’s lecture over the weekly topics before heading into the kitchen to make the respective dishes themselves.
Cost:
The Meats and Sauces 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:

No prior experience is necessary to join the Meats & Sauces program – all skill-levels are welcome!
Students will receive recipes each week for the dishes that they will be covering and preparing.
Click here to visit our Instagram page and here for our TikTok page to see how prior sessions of this series looked like!

Register:
Click here to register using the PayPal button on the main Meats & Sauces Series webpage.

Private Party (11/19/25)
2025-11-19 17:30 - 20:00
Space reserved for an outside group to host a private party cooking class event with Classic Cooking’s staff in the evening.

Pastry Series – Week 12 (11/19/25)
2025-11-19 18:30 - 21:00
Pastry Series Weekly Topic – Chocolate

Tempering
Truffles
Almond Rochers
Mendiants

About:
Consider yourself a chef with a sweet tooth? Put your skills to the test in our 12-week Pastry Series! With topics covering cakes, pies, tarts, breads, creams, chocolates, and so much more, this class is as tantalizing as it is appetizing. Hosted by Chef Susan Kolman, you will get a professional look inside the pastry world.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Pastry Series – $1,250.00
Payment Plan of Pastry Series – Deposit of $275.00 and then three payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
**NOTE**: In the event of cancellation, please refer to our Enrollment Agreement for a complete breakdown of our cancellation policy. We do not issue refunds for the $50 enrollment fee or the $45 Chef Jacket.
Register:
Visit our Pastry Series page here for more info on how to register.
More Info:

This class is part of a 12 week series, and classes cannot be registered for individually. No vouchers accepted for registration.
Students will be learning both techniques of cooking and the specificities of adhering to pastry recipes. As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil. We will provide cooking equipment and recipes for all respective dishes.
Class starts at 6:30pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. If you need to make up this class from a previous Pastry Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu. If you miss one or multiple Pastry Series classes, you can make them up in either a concurrent Pastry Series session or a future Pastry Series session.

To view the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Team Building Event (11/20/25)
2025-11-20 13:30 - 16:00
Space reserved for a corporate group to host a private team building cooking party with Classic Cooking’s staff in the afternoon.
