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Mardi Gras School of Cooking
- Hands-On Cooking Class
Mardi Gras School of Cooking
- Approximately 3 Hour Tour
- 10:00AM, 2:00PM, or 6:00PM
OVERVIEW
The Mardi Gras School of Cooking in New Orleans offers a unique and immersive culinary experience where guests can dive into the rich flavors and vibrant traditions of Louisiana’s Creole and Cajun cuisine. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, the school provides hands-on cooking classes led by expert local chefs who guide participants through the preparation of iconic New Orleans dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, and pralines.
Perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, the Mardi Gras School of Cooking blends food, history, and storytelling into an unforgettable event, making it an ideal stop for tourists and food enthusiasts looking to take a piece of New Orleans home with them. Every class celebrates the festive spirit of Mardi Gras, with the option to pair meals with wine, local beer, water, and sodas.
NEW ORLEANS STYLE BRUNCH CLASS
Join us for a true New Orleans style brunch! The South is known for brunch, so let us show you how it’s done in New Orleans. Mimosas, wine, beer, sodas, and water are included. In this hands-on class, we will be making some of our favorite recipes. You will work alongside the Chef, learning the best ways to cut and prep the Holy Trinity. The Chef will teach you to prepare a soulful menu of: New Orleans Style Shrimp and Grits, Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce over a Crab Cake, and Praline bacon (Pig Candy).
- New Orleans Style Shrimp and Grits
- Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce over a Crab Cake
- Praline bacon (Pig Candy)
NEW ORLEANS TRADITIONs CLASS
These age-old recipes will quickly become your new favorite Cajun/Creole dishes. Dishes that are centuries old and still adorn today. Join us for a Lunch or Dinner you won’t soon forget: Barbecue Shrimp (New Orleans style), Chicken and Andouille Sausage Jambalaya, and Chocolate Bread Pudding with a Brandy Mocha Sauce. Wine, beer, sodas, and water are included with your class. The chef will teach you to prepare a soulful menu of:
- Barbecue Shrimp (New Orleans style)
- Chicken, Andouille Sausage Jambalaya
- Chocolate Bread Pudding with a Brandy Mocha Sauce
Roux Class
First we make a Roux! You will learn the best-kept secrets for authentic New Orleans cooking in this class. We begin by discovering the importance of the Cajun Holy Trinity, and start cutting and prepping to make the best New Orleans cuisine you’ve ever tasted. Mise en place (everything in its place), we start the Dark Roux for the gumbo. After the gumbo, we start the light Roux for the Shrimp Etouffee. The last part of the class (and possibly your favorite) will include teaching you how to make Bananas Foster. Yum! We’ll show you a fool-proof way to make this dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family. Indulge in these historical staple dishes:
- Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo
- Shrimp Etouffee
- Bananas Foster
New Orleans Creole Class
Our highly experienced Chefs will guide your group through every step of making the recipes. You will learn knife skills, seasoning techniques and the history of the dishes and New Orleans. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with some delicious Creole cuisine:
- Corn and Crab Bisque
- Shrimp Creole
- Pecan Praline
INCLUSIONS
- 3-course Meal
- Water, Soda, Wine, Local Beer
- Taxes & Fees
EXCLUSIONS
- Gratuities
Locations
JACKSON SQUARE - 700 Decatur St.
French Quarter Walking Tour
St. Louis Cathedral & LA State Museums
FRENCH MARKET - N. Peters St. & Ursulines Ave.
NOLA Jazz Museum - LA State Museum
MARIGNY BYWATER - Elysian Fields & Royal St.
Crescent Park
JAMNola – Bywater Brew Pub – Much More
TREME - Rampart & Ursulines Ave.
Tomb of the Unknown Slave
Armstrong Park & Congo Square
BASIN ST. STATION Visitor Information Center - 501 Basin St.
City Sightseeing Ticket Desk
Travel Counselors, Restrooms, Gift Shop, Coffee Shop, and more!
Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour Pick Up Location
CANAL STREET - 500 Canal St.
Canal Street Hotels
HARRAH'S CASINO - Poydras & S. Peters
CBD - Poydras & Carondolet (Central Business District)
Gallier Hall
LOUISIANA SUPERDOME - HYATT REGENCY - 601 Loyola Ave.
THE NATIONAL WWII MUSEUM - 945 Magazine St.
Contemporary Arts Center
Confederate Civil War Museum
MAGAZINE STREET - Magazine St. & Jackson Ave.
GARDEN DISTRICT on MAGAZINE STREET - Magazine St. & Washington Ave.
Garden District Walking Tour (Guided Tour, Experience Package)
Lafayette Cemetery #1– Cemetery Closed Temporarily
MAGAZINE STREET - Magazine St. & Ninth St.
ST. CHARLES AVENUE - Louisiana Ave. & St. Charles Ave.
ST. CHARLES AVENUE - 2020 St. Charles Ave.
CONVENTION CENTER - in front of Hall E
Mardi Gras World 10 minutes Walking
ARTS DISTRICT - Julia St. & S. Peters St.
Julia Street Shops and Galleries
RIVERFRONT | CREOLE QUEEN - 2 Canal Street
VUE Orleans Observation Deck
Audubon Aquarium & Insectarium
CANAL PLACE - Canal Street
Saks Fifth Avenue
Lululemon
Tiffany & Co
Anthropologie
Vineyard Vines and many more
UPGRADES AVAILABLE
info@citysightseeingneworleans.com or calling toll free at 1-800-362-1811.
HIGHLIGHTS
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- The Mardi Gras School of Cooking is located at 519 Wilkinson St. Suite 101. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your class.
- Classes are limited to 10 people – therefore, cancellation or change requests must be made 48 hours in advance of your class.
- The Mardi Gras School of Cooking provide all the ingredients, cooking tools, and aprons. Just show up hungry!
- These classes are hands-on where you’ll be guided be a seasoned local chef that will guide you every step of the way.
- Your ticket includes water, soda, wine, and local beer.
