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. 

Our virtual 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 Trout Almondine

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 a French-inspired meal via Zoom.

Menu:

• Trout Almondine with Green Beans (Sautéed Trout with Toasted Almonds, Lemon and Chives) 
• Roasted New Potatoes with Fresh Herb Butter 

Friday, March 31, 2023 6pm CST

Virtual Cook Along: Spring Soups Workshop

Learn how to make delicious soups perfect for the change of seasons. In this intensely interactive 2-hour virtual workshop, our chef will guide you through the techniques and skills in order to make these well-balanced and flavorful one pot meals from the comfort of your own home. These recipes also freeze well, so you can look forward to stocking up your freezer!

Menu:

• Cream of Mushroom Soup
• Spring Minestrone with Leeks and Fennel  
• Shrimp Chowder with Peas and Asparagus 

Sunday, April 2, 2023 11am CST

Virtual Trip to Hawaii

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 Polynesian fare via Zoom.

Menu:

• Asian BBQ Pork Tenderloin Lettuce Wraps with Daikon-Carrot Slaw 
• Pineapple Fried Rice  

Friday, April 7, 2023 6pm CST

Virtual Cook Along: Spring Baking Workshop

Celebrate the arrival of spring with fresh and bright baked goods perfect for your next gathering. In this intensely interactive 2-hour virtual workshop, our chef will guide you through baking and pastry techniques and skills in order to build up your confidence when making desserts at home. With lots of tips and tricks along the way, you’ll have the knowledge needed to make mouth-watering, seasonal desserts from scratch.

Menu:

• Strawberry Shortcakes with Vanilla Whipped Cream
• Lemon Cake with Lemon Curd and Blueberry Sauce 

Saturday, April 8, 2023 11am CST

Virtual Spanish Paella

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 a Spanish feast via Zoom.

Menu:

• Arugula and Fennel Salad with Orange Vinaigrette and Goat Cheese
• Shrimp and Chorizo Paella 

Friday, April 14, 2023 6pm CST

Virtual Cook Along: Arancini Workshop

Arancini, Italy’s most famous street food, are irresistible crispy fried balls of risotto with a gooey cheese center. These delicious bite-size morsels are fun to make and eat! Join us for an intensely interactive 2-hour virtual workshop from the comfort of your own home, where our chef will guide you through the techniques and skills in order to make these Sicilian delicacies.

Menu:

• Arancini (Crispy Cheese-Filled Risotto Fritters) with Marinara Sauce 
• Antipasto Salad with Artichokes and Roasted Red Peppers

Sunday, April 16, 2023 11am CST

Virtual Iconic Italian Cocktails

Viva Italia! Have you ever smelled the air in Florence or the magical scent of the Italian Alps? Italy can be justifiably argued as the heart of European gastronomy (don't tell the French!) for its love of food and drink. Join spirits expert Christophe Bakunas in this virtual cocktail class paying homage to the generations of fragrant amaro, vermouth, herbal spirits, liqueurs and distillers from Italy. Enjoy three cocktails and take a walk through the Italian countryside.

Menu:

• Negroni (Gin, Campari and Sweet Vermouth)
• The Last Word (Grappa, Herbal Liqueur and Maraschino)
• The Perfect Martini (Gin, Sweet Vermouth and Dry Vermouth) 

Friday, April 21, 2023 5pm CST

Virtual Chicken Piccata

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 a fresh and bright Italian-inspired meal via Zoom.

Menu:

• Chicken Piccata 
• Fresh Herb Rice Pilaf
• Shaved Asparagus Salad with Lemon and Parmesan

Friday, April 21, 2023 6:30pm CST

Virtual Knife Skills

Join us for our most popular class…virtually! Join our Chopping Block Chef in real time for a chopping session that’ll have you mincing, slicing, and dicing vegetables and herbs like a pro via Zoom. Knife care, selection, sharpening and honing are also covered. 

Sunday, April 23, 2023 11am CST

Virtual Sweet and Savory Crepes

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 delicious crêpes via Zoom.

• Chicken Cordon Bleu (Chicken, Ham and Gruyere Cheese) Crêpes
• Crêpes Suzette (Orange and Butter Glazed) 

Friday, April 28, 2023 6pm CST

Virtual Cook Along: Sushi Workshop

Be your own sushi master! Learn how to make sushi from scratch as our chef virtually guides you through all of the essential sushi-making techniques, ingredients and tools in this 2-hour intensively interactive cook along. With our chef’s helpful hints and tips along the way (and a little practice), you will learn how easy it really is to make sushi in your own kitchen. If cooking along, please refer to the packet (will be provided upon signup) for do-ahead items before class.

• Maki Rolls
• Inside-out Maki Rolls
• Spicy Tuna Rolls
• Salmon Nigiri

Sunday, April 30, 2023 11am CST