All private parties and corporate team building classes (5-12 people) last 3 hours, with some 3.5 hours.
For weekend parties, we recommend booking early, as dates fill up 1-2 months in advance. Gift certificates are available for purchase anytime and are perfect for all occasions.
How to Get Started:
- Please call 412-362-0679 for all for available dates.
- Let us know about any allergies or dietary restrictions.
- Choose your menu.
- Come hungry, eager to learn, and enjoy—classes are BYOB!
- Call 412-362-0679 to order gift certificates for all occasions
Health Note: Please do not attend if you have FLU/COVID symptoms or have been in contact with someone who tested positive.
Menu Selections (Today – December, 2025)
*Classes are listed alphabetically
*Dietary restrictions will be accommodated IF advised at the time of booking
*Prices are per person (no sales tax or added processing fees).
*Note: The price does not include the 20% gratuity for the cooking assistant.
*Gift certificates are available by calling 412-362-0679
1. AMALFI COAST DINNER/$95
Eggplant Involtini: tomato sauce, mozzarella, ricotta, currants, pine nuts, basil
Salad: icicle lettuce, plums , tomatoes, fried pancetta bits, vinaigrette, goat cheese, crostini
Entree: breaded and pan fried orange roughy, ricotta cavatelli, lemon-basil pesto
Dessert: lemon mousse, wonderful almond cookies
Limoncello
2. AMALFI COAST DINNER/$100
Bruschetta: prosciutto, burrata, figs, “Hot” (spicy) honey drizzle, basil
Grilled sirloin steak: topped with a tomato-olive-herb salad
Rosemary focaccia: Balsamic and olive oil for dipping
Lemon tiramisu: lady fingers, limoncello, lemon slices, lemon juice, lemon zest, mascarpone cheese, sweetened whipped cream topping
Limoncello
3. AMALFI COAST DINNER/$110
Stracciatelle soup: chicken broth, eggs, herbs, Parmesan cheese (Italian egg drop soup)
Mixed green salad: herbs, artichokes, olives, Parmesan crisps
Braciole over polenta: thin slices of beef stuffed with mozzarella, red peppers, pistachios, basil, tomato sauce
Torta De Mandorle (almond cake): blueberry compote
Limoncello
4. AMALFI COAST DINNER:/$115
Bruschetta: prosciutto, mascarpone cheese, roasted red grapes, basil, Balsamic drizzle
Veal caponata: veal chops topped with mixed seasonal vegetables in a sweet & sour sauce
Risotto: pears, pecorino cheese, shallots, wine, parsley
Lemon tart: hazelnut crust
Limoncello
5. AMALFI COASY DINNER/ $100
Arancini: fried breaded rice balls: peas, pancetta, herbs, cheese, fresh tomato sauce
Salad: radicchio, fennel, celery, Romaine, parsley, lemon vinaigrette
Chicken Milanese: breaded & fried, lemon-sage-butter sauce…topped with above salad
Cheese ravioli: lemon-sage-butter sauce
Lemon Torta Caprese: pound cake, whipped cream, berries, mint
Limoncello
ASIAN FAVORITES/ $95
Chinese crab rangoons: cream cheese, scallions, celery, blackberry ginger dipping sauce
Thai green mango salad: sprouts, chilies, herbs, cashews, coconut
Bang bang shrimp: spicy sauce, panko, lettuce cup
Vietnamese banh mi: chicken, herbs, cucumbers, chilies, pickled carrots & apples, spicy Asian dressing
Cold Vietnamese coffee and lemongrass tea will be served
1. CAJUN-CREOLE FAVORITES/$100
Hot muffuletta dip: meats, cheese, pickled vegetables, crostini
Fried green tomatoes: panko coating, bacon onion jam, homemade pimento cheese
Chicken and andouille sausage jambalaya: rice, green peppers, onions, jalapenos, tomatoes, Cajun seasonings
Flambeed Cherries jubilee: vanilla ice cream, cherry brandy (Kirsch), orange juice, sugar
2. CAJUN-CREOLE DINNER/ $100…a favorite!
Fried green tomatoes: onion-bacon jam, pimento cheese
Shrimp & Grits: cheddar cheese, bacon, shrimp, hot sauce, tomatoes, scallions, chives, cream, Cajun seasonings
Corn maque choux (succotash) fresh corn, red peppers, scallions, basil, Slap Yo’ Mama seasoning, tabasco, cream
Flambeed Bananas Foster: vanilla ice cream, banana liqueur , rum, butter, sugar, cinnamon,
1. CHINESE DINNER/$100 3.5 hours….Best seller!
Hot and sour soup: beef broth, pork, tofu, mushrooms, bamboo shoots
Steamed chicken dumplings: dumpling wrapper, chicken filling, lime-cilantro sauce
Honey hoisin glazed ribs
Prawns (huge shrimp): creamy honey lemon sauce, steamed rice, broccoli, glazed walnuts, pineapple chunks
Plum tea will be served
2. CHINESE DINNER/ $100 3-5 hours
Spicy peanut noodles: peanut butter sauce, pasta noodles, eggs, scallions, sprouts
Mandarin pancakes: vegetable and chicken stir fry, wheat wrapper, hoisin sauce
Pork pot stickers (fried): pork filling, chili dipping sauce, chili crisps (optional)
General Tso’s chicken: spicy sauce, peanuts, steamed broccoli, white rice
Plum tea will be served
3. CHINESE DIM SUM (APPETIZERS)/$100 3.5 hours
Asian Crunchy slaw: red and green cabbage, tricolored sweet bell peppers, scallions, Asian dressing, peanuts, fried wonton strips
Chicken satays: peanut sauce, cilantro
Steamed pearl meatballs: beef filling, rice, spicy sauce, chili crisps (optional)
Shrimp and pork egg rolls: wheat wrapper, sweet & spicy orange dipping sauce
Crab rangoons: cream cheese, celery, scallions, water chestnuts, fig ginger dipping sauce
4. CHINESE DINNER/$95
Beef wonton soup: wonton wrappers, beef filling, beef broth, soy sauce, scallions
Pineapple chicken: pineapple ginger sauce, broccoli, toasted almonds, pineapple
Yang chow fried rice: shrimp, chicken. pork, eggs, scallions. peas, carrots, yum yum sauce (optional)
Kung pao pork stir fry: med/spicy sauce, water chestnuts, red and green peppers, baby corn, mushrooms, chili crisps (optional)
Plum tea will be served
1. DATE NIGHT DINING (Southern)/$95
Deep fried mac & cheese appetizer
Hot & crunchy chicken & waffles: red pepper flakes, corn flakes, sesame seeds, almonds, sugar, peach bourbon sauce
Waffles
Homemade peach pie: ice cream
Sweet ice tea will be served
2. DATE NIGHT DINING (American)/ $100,,,3.5 hour class
Creamy roasted red pepper soup, Sambuca cream….everyone’s favorite soup!
Salad: mixed greens, apples, wedge of Brie, pistachios, honey, balsamic drizzle
Lamb chops with a plum compote: pesto coating, Panko crust, plums, lemon juice, honey, chilies
Sweet potato bread pudding
Chocolate soufflé
3. DATE NIGHT DINING/$100 (Thai)… 3.5 hour class
Tom Kha soup: chicken, mushrooms, coconut cream, lemongrass, lime, chicken broth
Green mango salad: sprouts, chilies. cashews, herbs and flavorful dressing
Salmon topped with pesto: sweet and sour cherry glaze
Pineapple fried rice: herbs, chilies, nuts, red grapes, caramelized onions, chilies, chili crisps (optional)
Sticky rice for dessert: baked bourbon soaked pineapple, black sesame seeds, coconut milk, mint
Lemongrass tea will be served
4. DATE NIGHT DINING/ $95 (German Pub Fare)
Warm beer pretzel nuggets: bacon cheese sauce
Beer bratwurst: red cabbage, onions, hoagie bun
Warm German potato salad: onions, bacon, vinegar, sugar, scallions
Black Forest trifle: brownies, cherries soaked in Kirsch, whipped cream
Eiskaffe: coffee, ice cream
5. DATE NIGHT DINING/ $115 (French)
Roasted beet salad: variety of beets, oranges, walnuts, blue cheese, orange vinaigrette
Steak au poivre: NY strip with peppercorns and topped with a brandy cream sauce
Savory bread pudding: mushrooms, onions, bread, cheese
Vegetable: Asparagus: butter sauce
Normandy pear tart: tart dough, almonds, eggs, sugar, pear brandy
1. EMILIA ROMAGNA DINNER / $95…..a favorite!
Stracciatella soup: chicken broth, Parmesan egg noodles
Antipasto panzanella salad: homemade croutons, olives, roasted red peppers, salami, pancetta, cheese, tomatoes, balsamic drizzle
Pasta di rosette (pasta stuffed with prosciutto, basil, cheese and rolled into roses) creamy tomato vodka sauce
Tiramisu: pound cake, coffee Kahlua syrup, mascarpone filling, cocoa powder
Limoncello
2. EMILIO ROMAGNA DINNER / $100 3.5 hours
Prosciutto and fig bruschetta: puff pastry, burrata, basil, “hot” honey drizzle
Pork osso bucco: creamy polenta, homemade red sauce, gremolata topping
Marinated and grilled seasonal vegetables: eggplant, sweet peppers, acorn squash, zucchini
Zabaglione (warm egg custard) seasonal berries, mint
Limoncello
1. FRENCH DINNER/ $95
Chilled peach soup: peaches, yellow bell pepper, honey, cucumber, goat cheese, croutons
Fresh salad greens: radishes, cucumbers, basil, lemon dressing
Chicken Francaise: battered and fried chicken, lemon caper cream sauce
Rice pilaf: peas, carrots, red peppers, almonds
Lemon crepes: blueberry compote, brown butter sauce
2. FRENCH DINNER/ $100 3.5 hours
Soufflé and salad: mild blue cheese, fresh greens, fig compote
Grilled lamb chops: orange zest, garlic rosemary and charred oranges
Scalloped corn: struesel topping
Asparagus mimosa: fried capers, egg, herbs, dressing
Cherries jubilee: ice cream, flambeed cherry brandy
3. FRENCH DINNER/ $100 3.5 hours
French bacon-onion tart: puff pastry, fromage blanc, nutmeg
Frisee/arugula salad: poached egg, bacon lardons, fried croutons
Homemade pappardelle
Provençal beef stew: carrots, mushrooms, herbs, onions, homemade pappardelle, parsley
Apple tarte-tatin: pate sucre dough, apples, caramel
4. FRENCH DINNER/ $100
Pureed butternut squash soup: yams, apple, onion, chicken broth, squash, seasonings, cream, rum
French salad: Boston lettuce, spinach, Romaine lettuce, chives, tarragon, dressing, chunks of Brie and grilled baguette slices
Veal cordon blue: gruyere cheese, Black Forest ham, panko coating, creamy
Tomato a la Provençale: herbs de Provence, cheese, garlic, crusty breadcrumb topping
Lemon almond souffle: powdered sugar dusting
FRENCH BISTRO FARE/$95
French onion soup: croutons, gruyere cheese topping, crispy fried onion garnish
Croque Madame/Monsieur: (hot ham & cheese sandwich) gruyere cheese, fried egg/optional
Salad: arugula/frisee, bacon, croutons, poached egg (optional)
Lemon soufflé
1. GERMAN DINNER /$100 3.5 hrs.
Appetizer: potato pancakes, sour cream, applesauce
Schnitzel a la holstein: breaded pork, eggs, capers, lemon
Red cabbage: apple, onion cloves, brown sugar
Spaetzli: eggs, flour, milk, butter, parsley
German chocolate cake sundae: caramel sauce, coconut, pecans, ice cream
2. HAUFBRAUGH HOUSE FARE/ $95
Homemade Bavarian pretzels: honey mustard sauce
Beer simmered bratwurst: red cabbage kraut, onions, bun
German potato salad: bacon, onion, vinegar, sugar, parsley
Apple Strudel: phyllo dough, sugar, cinnamon
GREEK BAKING CLASS & LUNCH / $115 (Limited to 6 people, 4 hours)
Includes delicious phyllo desserts to take home. Please bring a few containers for any leftovers!
Spanakopita: spinach, phyllo, feta
Kaitifi (similar to baklava): walnuts, almonds, phyllo, sweet citrus syrup
Portokalopita ( phyllo and orange custard cake) : orange juice, cinnamon syrup
Galatopita: phyllo pie shell, baklava layer, rich custard layer
Lunch: Greek feta, asparagus and orzo salad, spanakopita, sampling of goodies, coffee, tea, water
1. GREEK DINNER/$100 3.5 hours
Avgolemono: lemon chicken broth, orzo, nutmeg, pepper, eggs
Beef souvlaki (skewers) garlic, lemon, spices, flatbread, tzatziki sauce
Asparagus couscous salad: Kalamata olives, almonds, feta cheese, lemon dressing
Portokalopita (cake): phyllo dough, custard, cinnamon syrup
2. GREEK DINNER/$95
Baked brie stuffed with spanakopita: phyllo dough, grilled crostini
Greek panzanella salad: cucumber, sweet bell peppers, Kalamata olives, tomatoes, red onion, feta and warm croutons
Moussaka: (eggplant & ground beef casserole): béchamel, homemade tomato sauce
Politiko: (Greek custard cake similar to the tiramisu) rich semolina cake drenched in a cinnamon syrup, topped with a layer of rich Creme Diplomate, topped with a layer of cinnamon
3. GREEK DINNER/$95
Saganaki: Kasseri cheese, tomatoes, crostini, lemon, parsley, flambeed with brandy
Pastitsio (ground beef casserole): red sauce, spaghetti, ground beef, spices, béchamel sauce
Greek side salad: lettuce, feta cheese, green peppers, purple onion, Greek dressing, Kalamata olives
Baklava: phyllo dough, walnuts, almonds, sugar, spices, warm citrus syrup
Hungarian Dinner/$95
Hungarian Mushroom soup: bacon, onions, cream, variety of mushrooms, dill, chicken broth
Chicken Paprikash: homemade dumplings, chicken broth, onions, sour cream, paprika
Cucumber salad: garlic, salt, vinegar paprika, sour cream
Fried apple fritters: battered and fried, cinnamon, sugar
HOLIDAY BAKING & LUNCH/ $110 4 hrs/ limited to 6 people …bring a few containers to take home goodies
Giant cinnamon rolls ; yeast dough, butter, cinnamon sugar, powder sugar glaze
Mini nut rolls: yeast dough, walnuts, sugar, eggs, Carnation milk, butter
Cherry almond stollen: yeast dough, dried cherries, almond paste, powdered sugar
Pecan tassies: butter and cream cheese dough, pecans, brown sugar, spices
Lunch: Butternut squash soup and a croissant sandwich$100 305 hours
INDIAN DINNER/$110 3.5 hours
Beef samosas: ground beef, garam masala, spices, homemade sough, fresh mint dipping sauce
Butter chicken curry: variety of spices, onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, butter
Homemade naan
Pear Chutney, cucumber riata, basmati rice
Phirni: rice pudding
Chai will be served
1. MEXICAN DINNER/$100 3.5 hours
Salad: cucumbers, peaches, tomatoes, jalapenos, cilantro, lime juice, queso fresco cheese
Grilled porterhouse pork chops (reverse seared): chipotle blackberry sauce
Ranchero corn on the cob: mayo, lime juice, cayenne pepper, salt, cotija cheese
Mexican cornbread: corn, onion, red peppers, jalapenos, Monterrey jack cheese, honey & butter
“HOT” hot chocolate lava cakes: flour, butter, chili powder, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, cocoa powder, vanilla ice cream
MOROCCAN/$100 3.5 hours
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MOROCCAN/$100 3.5 hours
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NEOPOLITAN PIZZA, FOCACCIA & LIMONCELLO/$110.00
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1. PASTA GRANNIES/$100 3.5 hours
Appetizer: Cacio e pepe (cheese & black pepper pasta) buccatini pasta, pecorino cheese
Ricotta cavatelli: corn, tomatoes, pancetta
Panzanella Salad: warm croutons, peaches, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, prosciutto, mozzarella, vinaigrette
“Sunday Sauce:” pork ribs, meatballs, sausage, red sauce, homemade pappardelle, Parmesan cheese
Limoncello
2. PASTA GRANNIES/$95
Pici (hand rolled pasta): Pesto of bacon, basil, Parmesan, lemon, oil, chili flakes, toasted panko crumbs
Tomato and fall fruit salad: arugula, Burrata, balsamic drizzle
Cheese ravioli: ricotta, sage, figs, brown butter sauce
Alla Famiglia Bolognese: pork, veal, beef, pancetta, carrots, celery, onion, tomato sauce, wine, sage, thyme, cream, fettuccine
Limoncello
3. PASTA GRANNIES/ $95
Potato gnocchi: Parmesan cheese, peas, prosciutto mushrooms, chicken broth
Mixed green salad with Parmesan crisps: arugula, romaine, radicchio, Belgium endive, artichokes, olives, Parmesan
Cheese manicotti with crepes: red sauce, pesto sauce, béchamel sauce
Fettuccine carbonara: pasta, cheese, pancetta, black pepper
Limoncello
4. PASTA GRANNIES/$95
“Real” Fettuccine Alfredo: Parmesan cheese, lots of butter, pasta water, fettuccine
Caesar Salad: Romaine lettuce, warm pan fried croutons, Parmesan cheese, homemade Caesar dressings
Cavatelli: lemon, spinach, hazelnuts, cream
Pici (hand rolled spaghetti): burst tomatoes, charred corn, chili flakes, and shrimp
Limoncello
5. PASTA GRANNIES/$100
Raviolo: large cheese ravioli with egg yolk) ricotta cheese, brown butter sauce
Rotolo:( pasta roll boiled then baked) lasagna sheets, spinach, prosciutto, cheese, vodka sauce
Antipasto salad: mixed greens, olives, roasted red peppers, tomatoes, provolone cheese, pepperoni, sugared walnuts, vinaigrette
Fettuccine with white wine sauce: lemony beef polpettes (mini meatballs)
Limoncello
SOUTHERN DINNER/$95
Fried mac n cheese appetizer
Fried chicken (reverse cooking method): rosemary honey
Braised collard greens
Buttermilk biscuits: butter, honey
Warm blueberry cobbler : ice cream
SOUTHERN FAVORITES/ $95 3.5 hours
Homemade biscuits and sausage gravy
Fried Green tomatoes: bacon jam, pimento cheese
Southern panzanella salad: fried cornbread croutons, tomatoes, cucumbers, peaches, greens, sweet bell peppers, fried chicken nuggets, vinaigrette
Individual carrot cakes: cream cheese frosting
SPANISH TAPAS/$100 3.5 hours
Warm mixed olives, Manchego cheese, crostini
Tapas rolls: puff pastry, serrano ham, fig jam, goat cheese
Grilled shrimp & romesco sauce (pureed sweet red peppers, nuts and bread)
Croquettes: (fried potato balls) chicken, ham, quince sauce
Grilled zucchini, salsa verde (fresh herb sauce)
Flank steak on crostini: roasted red peppers, chutney, goat cheese
Sangria: mango, strawberries, oranges, mint, white wine
TAPAS & PAELLA DINNER/$115…3.5 hours
Warm olives and marinated Manchego cheese: grilled crostini
Roasted sweet onions: Cabrales blue cheese, chives, almonds, balsamic drizzle
Goat cheese croquettes: spiced membrillo (quince) sauce
Shrimp fritters: piquillo pepper sauce, Marcona almonds
Paella: rice in a tomato sofrito, chorizo, mussels, lg. shrimp, chicken, peas, lemon
Spanish flan: custard, sugar, orange segments
1. THAI DNNER/$100 3.5 hours
Green curry mussels: coconut milk, tomatoes, lime, cilantro, grilled crostini
Pork spring rolls (fried): spicy dipping sauce
Green mango salad: sprouts, cashews, chilies, coconut, Thai dressing
Grilled flank steak: jaew sauce, sticky rice, chili crisps
Dessert wontons (fried): lychees, strawberries, golden syrup
lemongrass tea will be served
2. THAI/$95
Tom Kha Gai (soup): chicken broth, lemongrass, mushrooms, chicken, chilies, cilantro, scallions
Steamed chicken dumplings: spicy peanut sauce
Pork jantaboon: (noodle dish) rice noodles, pork, chilies, scallions, sprouts, peanuts, herbs
Thai flan (custard): banana, lime juice, butter, black sesame seeds
Lemongrass iced tea will be served
3. THAI DINNER/$100
Tom yum soup: shrimp, chilies, lemongrass, chicken broth, kaffir lime, shallots, mushrooms, tomatoes
Crispy peanut baskets: wonton wrappers, ground pork, red curry, peanuts, scallions, cilantro
Seafood curry: panang curry, cod, halibut, peanuts, scallions, fruit, cilantro
Coconut rice
Deep fried bananas: honey, coconut
4. THAI DINNER.$95
Bang, bang shrimp: spicy sauce, lettuce cup
Spicy lemongrass basil salad: flank steak, red peppers, cucumbers, lettuce, peanuts, basil
Pad see ew: fresh rice noodles, baby bok choy, mushrooms, eggs, spicy sauce
Red curry with root vegetables: butternut squash, sweet potatoes, carrots, Fresno chilies, peanuts, cilantro
5. THAI DINNER/ $95
Fried spring rolls: pork, carrots, vericelli noodles, cilantro, seasonings, spicy and sweet cherry dipping sauce
Steamed dumplings: chicken, lime cilantro sauce
Pad Thai: rice noodles, shrimp, sprouts, eggs, pickled Fresno chilies, scallions, cilantro
Green curry with chicken: baby bok choy, red peppers, green beans, peas, peanuts, spicy sauce
THAI & VIETNAMESE/$100 3.5 hours
Thai corn fritters: peanut & cucumber salsa
Baby back ribs: Vietnamese BBQ sauce
Fried rice with yum, yum sauce: fried egg (optional), chili crisps, peas, carrots, scallions
Chicken banh mi sandwich: chili mayo, cucumbers, pickled carrots & pears, variety of herbs, chilies
Lemongrass iced tea will be served
1. TUSCAN DINNER/ $115
Pears bruschetta: Tuscan bread, ricotta spread, pears, pecorino cheese, honey
Grilled steak Florentine (reverse cooking method) 2 1/2 inch porterhouse steak, lemons, rosemary
Risotto with mushrooms: Arborio rice, wine, shallots, beef broth, parsley
Grilled seasonal vegetables: Sweet and hot peppers, zucchini, eggplant, acorn squash,
Kahlua tiramisu: brownies, mascarpone filling, coffee, cocoa, Kahlua
Limoncello
2. TUSCAN DINNER/$95
Beans & greens: esarole, Italian sausage, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese
Beef Milanese (breaded and fried) topped with a salad of mixed greens
Focaccia pizza style: prosciutto, tomatoes, basil, burrata
Vanilla panna cotta: raspberry compote, Chambord
Limoncello
3. TUSCAN DINNER/$100 3.5 hours
Grilled salad: grilled croutons, red peppers, zucchini, & onion, parsley-walnut pesto, cannellini beans, fresh tomatoes
Chicken scarpariello: red sauce, hot sausage, onions, sweet & hot peppers
Smacafam: sweet Italian sausage and cheese bread
Cherry cheese crostata (tart/pie)
Limoncello
4. TUSCAN DINNER/$95
Caesar Salad: homemade dressing & croutons
Rosy chicken piccata: tomato, lemon butter, caper sauce
Baked cacio e pepe tart: Parmesan cheese, black pepper, bucatini pasta, basil & tomato garnish
Zabaglione (warm egg custard): seasonal berries, mint
Limoncello
5. TUSCAN DINNER/$95
Grilled eggplant involtini : prosciutto mozzarella, and basil
Grilled cod: with zucchini topping: bread, herbs, seasonings
Homemade cavatelli : basil pesto
Blackberry tiramisu: pound cake, mascarpone filling, Chambord and blackberries
Limoncello
VIETNAMESE/$100
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