Cooking with Local Brews

Explore Vermont Beer

Join us for a unique culinary experience as we explore the rich flavors of Vermont’s finest craft beers in a hands-on cooking class. Discover how to incorporate local brews into your cooking with a delightful four-course menu that celebrates the best of Vermont’s beer and seasonal ingredients. Throughout ...

Essex Junction
2.5 - 3 hours
Cook Academy at The Essex
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Italian Cuisine

Join us for a hands-on cooking experience as we dive into the flavors of Italy! In this fun and interactive class, we’ll guide you through crafting a delicious Italian meal from start to finish. Your menu may include" Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons Did you know that the Caesar salad was first ...

Essex Junction
2.5 -3 hours
Cook Academy at The Essex
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Creative Kitchen

Our creative kitchen series of classes run the gamut of cuisines.

Essex Junction
2.5
Cook Academy at The Essex
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Explore Vermont Maple

A meal celebrating Vermont's favorite flavor

Vermont Maple Cooking Class: Sweet & Savory Creations Join us for a hands-on cooking class dedicated to the finest Vermont maple syrup! In this class, you'll learn how to incorporate the natural sweetness of maple into both savory and sweet dishes that are perfect for any occasion. We’ll explore ...

Essex Junction
2.5 - 3 hours
Cook Academy at The Essex
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Cream Puffs

Make fresh Cream puffs with your chef!

Choux Pastry: Mastering Éclairs and Cream Puffs Get ready to whip, pipe, and glaze your way to pastry perfection in this hands-on baking class all about pâte à choux! We'll dive into the fundamentals of this versatile French dough, learning how to mix, pipe, and bake it into crisp, airy éclairs ...

Essex Junction
2
Cook Academy at The Essex
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Asian Cuisine

Join us for a hands-on cooking experience exploring the vibrant flavors and techniques of Southeast and East Asian cuisine. In this interactive, chef-led class, guests will learn essential cooking methods, ingredient preparation, and flavor-building principles common to many Asian culinary traditions. ...

Essex Junction
2 - 3 hours
Cooking Class
Cook Academy at The Essex
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French Cuisine

Savor the Flavors of France at The Cook Academy French Cooking Class at The Essex Resort and Spa Take a culinary journey through the heart of France with our hands-on French Cooking Class at The Cook Academy. Whether you're craving rustic countryside classics or elegant bistro fare, our expert chefs ...

Essex Junction
2.5-3 hours
Cook Academy at The Essex
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Mediterranean Cuisine

Duration 1.5-2 Hours What to Expect Hands on! In this class, you'll be learning how to prepare classis Mediterranean dishes! Let us take you on a culinary adventure, and teach you some great skills along the way. Expect to learn what the pros keep in their pantries, and how you can turn any weeknight ...

Essex Junction
Cook Academy at The Essex
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Rustic Tarts

Join Our Rustic Tarts Baking Class: A Journey into Simple, Delicious Perfection! Discover the art of crafting beautiful, flaky rustic galettes in our hands-on baking class! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced baker, this class will teach you how to make stunning, tarts and free form galettes ...

Essex Junction
3
Cook Academy at The Essex
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Jr. Chef Baking I - Fundamentals

6 Week Series

The Essex Resort & Spa is excited to launch a hands-on Jr. Chef baking series designed just for middle school students (ages 12–15). Over six weeks, budding bakers will roll up their sleeves and dive into the building blocks of baking—butter, eggs, flour, and sugar. Guided by a professional chef ...

Essex Junction
2
Cook Academy at The Essex
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