Virtual Spanish Tapas

Instead of ordering out, why not learn how to make an excellent shawarma platter (with all the trimmings!) at home? Homemade Pita Bread Shawarma (Lamb, Chicken, and/or Cauliflower-Chickpea) Chopped Salad Tahini-Garlic Sauce How these virtual classes work: After registering, you will be sent a link to log into the class at the appointed...

Our Wine 101 is not only one of the best classes we offer, it's also my favorite one to teach.  Yes, we talk fundamentals, but more than just a rote review of grapes and regions, our goal is to make wine your friend.  In this class, you'll become familiar with what you like, but also why you like it.  In turn, you'll know what questions...

Vegetarian dishes are fantastic and diverse in Indian cuisine. In fact, many of us don't realize that at least half of India's 1.3 billion people are vegetarian. Therefore, combined with India's diverse geography and lifestyles, vegetarian foods also have reached great heights throughout the subcontinent's thousands of years of history.  This...

Heading out to get your bagel fix is a little more challenging these days, so why not stay home this Sunday and knead, roll, boil, and bake your own authentic NYC style bagels! Chef-Instructor Erica Wides will walk you through the whole process, and at the end of class you'll have a dozen golden bagels to get you through the next week. You'll make:...

This course is available for "remote" learning and to anyone with access to an Internet device with a camera and microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets).  Classes will take place with Mukti Banerjee, renowned chef and cooking teacher as the "Live" instructor.  Upon registration, you will get a Zoom ID. You can ask...

Sunshine, warm breezes, olive oil, wine and the Mediterranean Sea tie Portugal, Spain, Greece and several other countries together. Learn the similarities and differences of some of the oldest wine regions of the world and some of the trendsetting new wines, as well.  We'll explore Cava, Rioja, Priorat, Ribera del Duero, Rias Baixas, Jerez,...

Learn to make vegetarian black bean tostadas topped with tangy crema and spicy salsa roja, along with zesty esquites (flavorful corn kernels in broth topped with lime, mayo, cotija cheese, and chili powder) on the side!  Since Angie can’t physically welcome you into her home, she wants to do so virtually! Our online classes are designed to...

Let’s learn how to make sushi rolls with ingredients you have at home! In this class, we are going to teach you how to make your own creative sushi rolls with a few simple ingredients that are usually kept in the normal household. Even if you don’t have the usual sushi ingredients at home, you can make simple sushi rolls with ingredients for...

Got eggplant? Go beyond eggplant parmesan in this class! Learn all about eggplants and how to prepare them. Differentiate between varieties of this delicious vegetable, note its nutritional benefits and most importantly, practice how to maximize its flavor and texture in every dish you make.  We’ll discuss and practice 4 eggplant dishes, but...

Learn to make mugir mangsho (a fragrant chicken and potato curry) with bhath (spiced Basmati rice)! Our online classes are designed to be special, meaningful opportunities to share cooking, culture, and connection--just like our real life experiences. We want you to cook along, and we promise there will be plenty of time for questions,...

The Greatest Wines of Italy Italian wine is hot in the USA & is a global powerhouse. Credential seekers can check out our Italian Wine Scholar North & Italian Wine Scholar South programs, but everyone will enjoy Intro to Italian Wines!  Piedmont's Barolo & Tuscany's Brunello surely make our list but come find out our other picks....

Oh, let's pretend we've all jetted off to Spain by enjoying a giant pan of paella paired with side of smoked-paprika roasted vegetables.  MENU: Paella with Chorizo and Mussels (or Vegetarian) Smoked-Paprika Roasted Vegetables HOW THESE VIRTUAL CLASSES WORK: 1) After registering, you will be sent a link to log into the class at the...

This course is available for "remote" learning and to anyone with access to an Internet device with a camera and microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets).  Classes will take place with Mukti Banerjee, renowned chef and cooking teacher as the "Live" instructor. Menu:  Khichdi (Rice and Lentil mixed with cumin, coriander,...

This course is available for "remote" learning and to anyone with access to an Internet device with a camera and microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets).  Classes will take place with Mukti Banerjee, renowned chef and cooking teacher as the "Live" instructor. Menu:  Chicken Biriyani Lamb kebab  Cucumber raita...

Sauvignon Blanc is grown all over the world and ranges from easy poolside sipping to intensely herbaceous to lean and minerally to succulently sweet. Learn its origins, other homes and characteristics. Discover how it varies based on climate, soils and traditions in various international regions through a guided tasting of 5-6 wines. Despite the differences...

Make 3 delicious refreshing desserts in 90 minutes. Each recipe has just a few simple steps and doesn’t require turning on the oven. You’ll use chocolate two ways, learn how to make ganache, whip pudding without dairy and layer a cake you don’t have to bake.  The secret — soaking it with fresh peach juice and bourbon (alcohol optional)....

Join us virtually for classes inspired by our most popular series in the history of TCB, The Building Blocks, featuring the skills and techniques all home cooks should know. Each class is designed to teach you the fundamentals of how to confidently make better decisions in the kitchen, cook delicious meals by opening your taste...

Everything you need to know to be the best-educated grocery shopper and cook. This valuable food education + grocery shopping workshop led by HCNY founder Jennifer Clair is designed to help home cooks make the best food choices in the grocery store, from the produce to the freezer aisle and everything in between. You'll explore the meaning behind...

Make virtual celebrations sweeter & interesting with Chocolate Truffles making experience that requires no baking, and is customizable according to any celebration. A live demonstration suited for any setting that promotes engagement, knowledge of basic chocolate-making techniques & exploring its rich truffle fun facts! Your Menu: Honey...

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 eggplant parmesan sandwiches via Zoom. Menu: Eggplant Parmesan Sandwiches with Mozzarella and Tomato Sauce Garlic and Herb Roasted Zucchini Skills...