New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal
Overview
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2 hours
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Take an entertaining and informative cooking class at the New Orleans School of Cooking! Located in a renovated molasses warehouse built in the early 1800s, this cooking class brings you to the heart of New Orleans’ French Quarter. Learn the basics of Louisiana cooking from professional chefs and learn how to make classic New Orleans specialties such as gumbo, jambalaya and pralines. Enjoy the finished delectable dishes accompanied by complimentary beer, iced tea and coffee, and take the recipes home with you!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Please note: This is a demonstration class only; there is no hands-on training
Dietary Restrictions: We can accomodate dietary restrictions. Please call our reservations line after booking. For a $5 up charge payable at check-in, you will receive our gumbo z'herbes (soup) and creole z'herbes (entree) as substituions, which are vegan, gluten-free and nut-free. Please note these meals are not demonstrated, but are discussed and you will receive a copy of them. Due to the nature of the class, we cannot make substituions to the recipes that are being prepared during the demonstration; based on your dietary restrictions maybe you can have the soup, but not the entree, you are welcome to do so. We ask that you inform the stewards upon check-in.
What To Expect
Food is considered one of the defining elements of Louisiana’s culture, and there's no better way to experience New Orleans than to taste it! During your New Orleans cooking demonstration class, embark on a sensory journey in the kitchen to discover Louisiana's rich tapestry of culinary influences -- French, Spanish, Native American, African and Indian -- as they blend into modern- day Cajun and Creole cuisine. Your cooking experts will demonstrate how to prepare classic New Orleans specialties such as gumbo, jambalaya and pralines, and will season them with history, trivia and tall tales. Learn the basics of Louisiana cooking and discover the array of spices used in this unique cuisine. Enjoy generous samplings of the demonstrated items, as well as complimentary coffee, iced tea and beer. At the end of the class, take home the recipes to show off your new skills to your friends and family!
Sample Menu
starter
Corn and Crab Bisque
main
Gumbo
main
Jambalaya
main
Shrimp or Chicken Creole
main
Crawfish Etoufee
dessert
Bread Pudding
dessert
Bananas Foster
dessert
Pralines
dessert
Pecan Pie
What‘s Included
Full Meal with a Generous Sampling of All Items Prepared
Coffee, Iced Tea, Water and One Local Beer
Receive a Diploma by Submitting Photos from Cooking Recipes at Home
Copy of Class Recipes
New Orleans Cooking Demonstration Class with a Fun & Knowledgable Chef
Gratuities (15-20% recommended)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
10am Demo Sunday
10 AM Demo Sunday: Gumbo, Jambalaya, Bread Pudding and Pralines
2pm Demo Wednesday
2pm Demo Wednesday : Gumbo, Chicken Creole, Pralines
2pm Demo Friday
2pm Friday: Gumbo, Jambalaya and Pralines
10am Demo Monday
10am Demo - Monday: Gumbo, Red Beans and Rice, Pecan Pie and Pralines
2pm Demo Thursday
2pm Thursday: Gumbo, Jambalaya and Pralines
10am Demo Friday
10am Friday: Crawfish Etoufee, Shrimp and Artichoke Soup, Bread Pudding, Pralines
10am Demo Saturday
10am Saturday : Gumbo, Jambalaya, Bread Pudding, Pralines
2pm Demo Monday
Monday Demo 2 PM : Gumbo, Jambalaya and Pralines
2pm Demo Tuesday
2PM Demo Tuesday : Corn & Crab Bisque, Chicken Etouffee and Pralines
10am Demo Tuesday
10 AM Demo Tuesday : Gumbo, Jambalaya, Bananas Foster and Pralines
2pm Demo Saturday
2pm Demo Saturday: Crawfish Etouffee, Shrimp and Artichoke Soup and Pralines
10am Demo Wednesday
10am Brunch Wednesday: Jambalaya, Gumbo, Bread Pudding and Pralines
10am Demo Thursday
10am Demo Thursday: Corn & Crab Bisque, Shrimp Creole, Bananas Foster & Pralines
2pm Demo Sunday
Sunday 2 PM Demo : Corn & Crab Bisque, Chicken Etouffee and Pralines
Reviews
3,108 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great way to spend a rainy morning
Raj P,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun experience over 2 hours. Lots of food come hungry. Cooking instructor / chef very informational, great history lesson along with cooking lesson. Relaxed morning. We felt it was a great value, and a great way to plan a rainy morning.
Fun, educational and so delicious
CharlieT307,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun, educational, and delicious activity. Chef Lynn was very entertaining while whipping up a wonderful meal. The meal alone was worth the price and I learned a good bit about creole cooking and the basics of how to do it. I enjoyed it so much that I booked a hands on class the next day. Definitely going to try to make some of the recipes at home.
Fun, educational, and delicious
coachctiller,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun, educational, and delicious activity. Chef Lynn was very entertaining while whipping up a wonderful meal. The meal alone was worth the price and I learned a good bit about creole cooking and the basics of how to do it. I enjoyed it so much that I booked a hands on class the next day. Definitely going to try to make some of the recipes at home.
Fantastic class
Robert H,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic cooking class. Learned a lot about creole cooking and history. Would recommend this class.
Jambalaya, Pralines and Gumbo
Tashawnda S,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a very engaging experience. It’s cool to learn the history of some of NOLA’s original dishes and see them be made. The best part is sampling the delicious foods. The pralines are delicious also. I HIGHLY recommend this experience!
Fun for the whole family with good eats to boot
Cynthia B,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a whole lot of fun. The chef described the food she was making and also gave us a lot of history about New Orleans and where the food comes from that is quintessential NOLA. We ranged in age from 15-66 years and everyone had fun. Finally, the food was fabulous! We walked away knowing some food history and full of amazing New Orleans cookin'. WOrth the time and money.
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Tanya K,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great even though I thought it would be hands on. The instructor was funny and engaging. Food was good as well.
Fantastic ! Don’t Miss This Experience !!
ReviewByAl,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’ve been to several cooking classes before, and this one was far and away the very best !! Informative about not just the food, but also the local culture and traditions ! Fantastic teacher and support staff. I don’t just recommend this class, I implore you to take it !! And this is NOT a paid endorsement !! Take this class !! You won’t regret it !
Hands down best experience!
971kikiw,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a fantastic experience with Eric at the New Orleans School of Cooking! He guided us through making gumbo, jambalaya, and pralines, and every part of the class was fun, engaging, and delicious. Eric was enthusiastic, charismatic, and incredibly talented — you could tell he genuinely loves what he does, and that energy made the experience even better. He explained everything clearly, kept everyone entertained, and shared great stories and tips along the way. The food turned out amazing, and we left feeling full, happy, and inspired to try these recipes again at home. Highly recommend this class, especially if you get Eric as your instructor!
Eric was awesome-great food
Sherry C,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Eric was very entertaining and the food he created was amazing. There was plenty of food for a meal. The free beer was a bonus. There were a lot of people crammed into a small room for the observation and eating, but it was worth every penny. A must
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