Bring the warmth and flavor of Italy straight to your table with the Family Style Italian Dinner Cooking Class in Houston. This hands-on experience allows participants to choose between hosting the chef in their own home or attending the class in the chef’s fully equipped kitchen. Guests will learn to prepare classic Italian dishes from scratch, practicing authentic techniques and discovering the secrets behind traditional flavors. Every step, from prep to plating, is interactive and designed to be fun, approachable, and engaging for all skill levels.

Perfect for families, friends, or anyone looking to enjoy a memorable culinary experience, this class emphasizes hands-on cooking and shared meals. Participants will gain confidence in the kitchen while creating a full Italian dinner to enjoy together. With guidance from a professional chef, this Houston-based cooking class delivers a true taste of Italy, blending education, entertainment, and delicious food in one immersive experience.

Menu Options *Subject to change

Zuppa Toscana

With Italian sausage, kale, chicken broth and russet potatoes

Chicken Marsala

With risotto

Broccolini and Carrots

With garlic and butter

Lemon Cream Cake

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: Suitable for ages 14+ with an adult present
• Experience level: All levels are welcome

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: All participants must pay to participate, children included. Children under 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
• Individuals with disabilities: This is a cooking experience hosted in your home and can generally accommodate most accessibility needs.
• Dietary restrictions: Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event, including vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration: 3 hours
• What’s included: All ingredients and cooking equipment are provided, and participants will enjoy the dishes they prepare
• Who will be present: A professional Chef will guide the class at all times. A maximum 4 participants if attending at the chef’s place or up to 12 of your own guests if hosting in your home.
• Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have a reservation
• Photo/ video: Photos are encouraged during the class

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency: This is an indoor experience and runs regardless of weather
• Arrival: The chef will arrive at your home at the scheduled time. Please ensure kitchen space is available for cooking.
• Parking: Provide parking details or instructions for the chef prior to the event if your place is chosen. Parking available near the chef’s location if chef's place is chosen.
• What to bring: Optional wine or beer (BYOB) to enjoy with your meal
• Restrooms: Chefs will need access to the home's restroom facilities. There will be restrooms onsite at the Chef's place.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

• Travel fees are uncommon, but some chefs may charge based on the distance traveled or the size of the group
• The cost includes service, so tips are not required; however, they’re always a thoughtful gesture and can be added after the event when leaving a review

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.