CLASSES

Virtual Classes

Learn how to cook online with The Chopping Block! Our chefs have been teaching people how to cook for the past 25 years and now we can bring our expertise virtually to anyone, anywhere. Get cooking in the comfort of your own kitchen with our virtual online cooking classes. Choose from Demonstrations and Cook Along class formats:

Our Virtual Demonstration classes, via Zoom, are a fun opportunity to watch your chef in action. During class, your chef will teach you how to  prepare the dishes while you observe and take notes. Our moderator will make sure your questions submitted through the chat option are answered during class. The recipe packet will be provided upon registration. Please note that some recipe steps may be prepared ahead due to the length of the class.

Our Virtual Cook Along classes, via Zoom, will have you and your chef cooking together in real time. We’ll provide you with the recipe packet and equipment list upon registration, so you’re prepared to get cooking, and when it’s over you’ll have a meal on the table! Our moderator will make sure your questions are answered live by the chef during class. 

Please note: All online class sales are final. All virtual students will receive a recording of the class within 24 hours of the class that is able to viewed within one week. So, if you can't attend the class live, you can take it at your leisure anytime within those seven days.

Virtual Veggie Enchiladas: Choose your level of instruction

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make Mexican from scratch via Zoom.

Menu:

• Roasted Vegetable, Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas with Ranchero Sauce
• Chips and Guacamole 

Friday, December 2, 2022 6pm CST

Virtual Cook Along: Tamale Workshop

If you love tamales as much as we do, then join us for an intensively interactive 2-hour virtual class where our chef will teach you how to make these bundles of goodness from scratch, a celebrated tradition of the holiday season in Latin culture. We’ll cover all of the basics, so you can feel confident in making these Latin specialties from the comfort of your own home.

Menu:

• Tamales with Ground Beef, Beans and Cheese
• Salsa Verde 
• Quick Pickled Onions

Sunday, December 4, 2022 11am CST

Virtual Roasted Pork Tenderloin and Risotto: Choose your level of instruction

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make dinner from scratch via Zoom.

Menu:

• Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Red Wine and Dried Fruit Reduction
• Risotto with Wilted Kale and Parmesan 

Friday, December 9, 2022 6pm CST

Virtual Sunday Supper: Coq au Vin: Choose your level of instruction

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make French comfort food via Zoom.

Menu:

• Coq au Vin (Red Wine-Braised Chicken)
• Garlic Mashed Potatoes 

Sunday, December 11, 2022 4pm CST

Virtual Spaghetti Carbonara: Choose your level of instruction

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make this Roman pasta recipe via Zoom. 

Menu:

• Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette 
• Spaghetti Carbonara

Friday, December 16, 2022 6pm CST

Virtual Cook Along: Croquembouche Workshop

Learn how to make this holiday showstopper and wow your friends and family! Croquembouche, a conical tower of pastry cream-filled puffs held together by caramel and then finished with spun sugar, is the ultimate French dessert for your holiday table. Join us for an intensively interactive 2-hour virtual class as we teach you all of the classic techniques to make this mighty masterpiece.

Menu:

• Croquembouche 

Sunday, December 18, 2022 11am CST

Virtual Epic Holiday Cocktails

Spruce up your cocktail and hosting game this holiday season by crafting delicious, aromatic cocktails that will warm your body and uplift your spirits. Join spirits expert, Christophe Bakunas, in this virtual class as you make three holiday cocktails that incorporate spices, fruits and herbs that scream happy holidays. Learn how to prepare these cocktails in your own kitchen and get ready to raise a toast to the new year!

Menu:

• Cardamom Gin Fizz (Gin, Sparkling Wine, Cranberry and Rosemary) 
• The Alexander #2 (Cognac, Crème de Cacao and Cream)
• The New West 75th (Bourbon, Apple Cider, Lemon and Raspberry)

Friday, December 23, 2022 4:45pm CST

Virtual Hanukkah Celebration: Choose your level of instruction

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make feast fit for Hanukkah via Zoom.

Menu:

• Braised Chicken with Apples, Onions and Sage
• Crispy Potato Pancakes 
• Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with Fresh Thyme

Friday, December 23, 2022 6pm CST

Virtual Fondue Party: Choose your level of instruction

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make this holiday favorite via Zoom.

Menu:

• Gruyere Cheese Fondue with Roasted Potatoes, Veggies, Sausage and Bread
• Chocolate Fondue with Marshmallows and Fruit 
• Romaine Salad with Apples, Dried Cranberries, Walnuts and Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Friday, December 30, 2022 6pm CST

Virtual Celebration of Champagne and Bubbles

Enjoy a convivial and elegant evening from the comfort of home to celebrate Champagne and bubbles this NYE!  Our virtual tasting with Advanced Sommelier Mary Ross includes Champagne and 2 additional international sparklers, with discussion including “the night they invented Champagne!”

Menu:

• Prosecco Superiorie, Adami, "Bosco di Gica" 2020, Valdobiadenne, Italy
• Cuvee Rosé Brut "Grand Cru", Champagne R.H. CoutierNV, Champagne, France
• Moscato d'Asti, Saracco 2017, Piedmont, Italy

Saturday, December 31, 2022 4pm CST

Virtual Cook Along: New Year's Eve Workshop

Enjoy an evening cooking a mouth-watering feast while ringing in the new year. In this intensive 2-hour virtual workshop, our chef will guide through all of the techniques and skills to prepare this elegant-yet-approachable meal in the comfort of your home.

Menu:

• Mixed Green Salad with Apples, Blue Cheese and Red Wine Vinaigrette
• Horseradish-Crumb Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom-Shallot Pan Sauce
• Crème Fraîche-Chive Mashed Potatoes
• Roasted Green Beans with Toasted Almonds

Saturday, December 31, 2022 6pm CST