Adult Culinary Classes in Baton Rouge: Adding New Kitchen Skills With Culinary Leisure Classes
There is always something new to learn in the kitchen. Whether it's sharpening some skills you've had for years, branching out of your comfort zone, or simply getting a start in the creative world of the culinary arts, professional instruction can make all of the difference. It is for this very reason that Louisiana Culinary Institute offers a wide array of culinary leisure classes. Here are a few of the latest offerings. With a schedule that includes a variety of genres that is continually growing, there is sure to be an excellent class for you. Let's take a closer look.
Italian Entertaining Culinary Leisure Class
Join Chef Jeanne Mancuso for her favorite Italian meals! This hearty meal and will be a recipe you'll revisit often. Perfect for entertaining guests or a delicious family dinner. This hands-on menu includes crostini with burrata, caramelized shallots, and balsamic fig jam, beef braciola with rich tomato sauce, gnocchi, and a vanilla cupcake with peppermint bark.
Make, Bake, and Take Dessert Culinary Leisure Class
Show off your creative holiday style with edible decorations to create your own unique winter wonderland cake. Chef Jeanne Mancuso will teach you how to bake meringue mushrooms and spice cookies. Decorate with fondant, make pumpkin seed pinecones, and learn how to sugar rosemary and cranberries. This holiday classic will be elevated by stacking cake layers with delicious frosting and decorating it with your creations.
Thanksgiving Essentials Culinary Leisure Class
Take the nerves and doubt out of preparing the perfect holiday feast. Chef Jeanne Mancuso will share her all-time favorite, can't-miss recipes for a flavor-packed meal. Learn the ins and outs of brining and roasting poultry to ensure a tender, juicy bird with super-crispy skin. You'll learn the key to making fluffy mashed potatoes and glazed butternut squash. We'll balance heavy dishes with a delightfully light dessert—think velvety pumpkin mousse spiked with Bourbon whipped cream.
Culinary Leisure Class Gift Certificates
Can't decide on a class? Have a schedule conflict? Waiting for a session to open up? A gift certificate for an LCI leisure class is the perfect option. Whether it's for you to use or you have an avid foodie on your gift list, a culinary leisure class is a gift that keeps on giving.
Louisiana Culinary Institute offers a variety of culinary leisure classes throughout the year. There are certain staples that are featured throughout the year, seasonal skills, meals, and ingredients, as well as special and unique courses. All leisure classes include hands-on instruction from our ACF Certified Chef Instructors, food materials, LCI apron, and recipe booklet.
