Adult Classes- Irving/Las Colinas
From Classic Culinary dishes to Team Building to Pastry Arts, our adult students will learn new skills and techniques, new cuisines, build confidence and equip themselves to cook, learn and grow in the kitchen and beyond. CookLearnGrow will continue to inspire and equip students of all ages. Come hone your skills, elevate your culinary and pastry game in our adult immersive, hands-on classes!
No allergy accommodations or dietary alternatives will be available. Instructors are from the popular cooking school, CookLearnGrow. A minimum of 8 students is required so invite a friend and learn & taste together!
Payment in full is due at time of registration. No refunds are available within 2 weeks of class date.
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Adult Pastrypalooza, (ages 19+) Six Week Series:
Want to take your baking and pastry skills to the next level? This six week baking and pastry workshop is just for you!
In this hands-on series you will work in small groups to learn and practice baking and pastry techniques that will knock your taste buds off. Join us as our Chef instructor guides you through techniques to create delicious delights from around the world.
Grab your spot and get ready for your desserts to steal the spotlight and become the star of any meal!
Introductory Price: $300 per person until Dec 16, 2022. $360 per person after Jan 1, 2023. Minimum of 8 required. (bring a friend!)
Mondays, 6-9pm at Jack E Singley Academy, Irving
January 16-February 27, 2023
Week 1: Celebrate the official month of lemons with lemon chiffon cupcakes! You will learn to make Lemon Curd that we will add to freshly whipped buttercream to top your tiny confections. Learn how versatile these ingredients can be as we build a berry trifle with these same ingredients and a few fresh berries.
- Lemon Chiffon Cake
- Lemon Buttercream
- Lemon Curd
- Lemon Berry Trifle
Week 2: Pate a Choux is the base for great puffed creations and in this class, you will learn that it isn’t just for the French anymore! Wow your family and friends with this versatile recipe adapted to fit any occasion.
- Chocolate Dipped Cream Puffs
- French Gougeres
- Mexican Churros
Week 3: Bring home a taste of Paris as you learn the art of macaronage in this class dedicated to the classic Macaron! In this class you will make French Macarons and while they are baking, we will create their delicious fillings.
- Macaron cookies
- Chocolate Ganache
- Buttercream
Week 4: Travel the world with these international desserts. Play with Lady Fingers as you layer up an Italian favorite. Brulé your way to a taste of France and learn to put a Greek spin on another creamy Italian favorite.
- Tiramisu
- Crème Brulé
- Panna Cotta
Week 5: Chocolate!!! We saved the best for last. As if Chocolate souffle was not decadent enough, you will also create a variety of velvety chocolate truffles to tickle the taste buds.
- Chocolate souffle
- Chocolate truffles
- Chocolate porcupine cookies (chocolate dipped coconut macaroons)
Week 6 will be sweet as pie! In this class you will create American Apple Pie’s sexy French cousin, Tarte Tatin. This French version uses puff pastry as a crust. Learn how versatile a little puff pastry can be.
- Tarte Tatin
- Poached Pear Tartlets
- Palmiers
Junior Pastrypalooza, (ages 13-18) Six Week Series:
Introductory Price: $300 per person until Dec 16, 2022. $360 per person after Jan 1, 2023. Minimum of 8 required. (bring a friend!)
Tuesdays, 5-8pm at Jack E Singley Academy, Irving
January 17-February 21, 2023
Week 1: Celebrate the official month of lemons with lemon chiffon cupcakes! You will learn to make Lemon Curd that we will add to freshly whipped buttercream to top your tiny confections. Learn how versatile these ingredients can be as we build a berry trifle with these same ingredients and a few fresh berries.
- Lemon Chiffon Cake
- Lemon Buttercream
- Lemon Curd
- Lemon Berry Trifle
Week 2: Pate a Choux is the base for great puffed creations and in this class, you will learn that it isn’t just for the French anymore! Wow your family and friends with this versatile recipe adapted to fit any occasion.
- Chocolate Dipped Cream Puffs
- Mexican Churros
- Crème Chantilly
Week 3: Biscuits! Be the hero at your next family brunch with these warm pillows of deliciousness. While our biscuits are baking we will whip up the perfect pairings to drizzle over them once they are out of the oven.
- Buttermilk Biscuits
- Compound Butter
- Angel Biscuits
- Sausage Gravy
Week 4: Travel the world with these international desserts. Play with Lady Fingers as you layer up an Italian favorite. Brulé your way to a taste of France and learn to put a Greek spin on another creamy Italian favorite.
- Tiramisu
- Crème Brulé
- Panna Cotta
Week 5: Chocolate!!! We saved the best for last. As if Chocolate porcupine cookies were not decadent enough, you will also create a variety of velvety chocolate truffles to tickle the taste buds.
- Chocolate truffles
- Chocolate porcupine cookies (chocolate dipped coconut macaroons)
Week 6 will be sweet as pie! In this class you will create American Apple Pie’s sexy French cousin, Tarte Tatin. This French version uses puff pastry as a crust. Learn how versatile a little puff pastry can be.
- Tarte Tatin
- Poached Pear Tartlets
- Palmiers
Single Day Classes
Need help in the kitchen? Come learn to cook classic dishes with our chef instructor and take advantage of all that seasonal produce has to offer. Ages 19+
Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm at Jack E Singley Academy, Irving
Introductory Price: $50 per person until Dec 16, 2022. $75 per person after Jan 1, 2023. Minimum of 8 required. (bring a friend!)
- January 11: Seafood Gumbo.
- January 18: Mixed Berry Galette; Potato and Leek Galette with Goat Cheese
- January 25: NY Strips with Macerated Berry and Greens Salad.
- February 1: Salmon Nicoise, Composed Salad.
- February 8. Chocolate Ganache Truffles; Molten Chocolate Cakes.
- February 15: Blueberry Lemon Scones; Chocolate Hazelnut Bread.
- February 22: Cod with Pea Pesto and Roasted Baby Potatoes.
- March 1: Classic French Omelette. Salted Caramel Pot de Creme.
Cooking Club, Four Week Series:
It’s Cooking Club Night! Grab a pal and come join us for our hands-on cooking series that will expand your recipe repertoire and take your kitchen game to the next level. Work with our Chef instructors to learn essential culinary techniques, and how to prepare chef-inspired dishes that are sure to impress your friends and family alike. Ages 19+
Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm at Jack E Singley Academy, Irving
March 22-April 12, 2023
Introductory Price: $200 per person until Dec 16, 2022. $250 per person after Jan 1, 2023. Minimum of 8 required. (bring a friend!)
Week 1: Ricotta Tortellini with Spring Vegetables .
Week 2: Mushroom Duxelles – Stuffed Chicken Breast with Spring Salad
Week 3: Lavender Strawberry Shortcake; French Lemon Cake
Week 4: Gourmet Pizza Night
Budget Friendly Cooking, Four Week Series:
Make your dollar go further while learning priceless skills, tips & tricks to feed your family quickly. Cooking doesn’t have to be hard, time-consuming, or break the bank! In this class, you’ll learn essential knife skills and how to prepare easy weeknight meals that are sure to be family favorites. Ages 19+
Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm at Jack E Singley Academy, Irving
April 19-May 10, 2023
Introductory Price: $200 per person until Dec 16, 2022. $250 per person after Jan 1, 2023. Minimum of 8 required. (bring a friend!)
- Week 1: Break down chicken with honey mustard vinaigrette & salad.
- Week 2: Sweet & sour turkey meatballs with black bean & corn salad.
- Week 3: Veggie stir fry with chimichurri with roasted potatoes.
- Week 4: Fish with steamed veggies and seasonal dessert.
