Cooking Classes

 
Paired with outstanding wines from the best wine producing region in the world, the Cedar Gables Inn offers the Ultimate Napa Culinary Experience:  "Hands-On" cooking classes with Great Chefs of Napa Valley  in a Culinary Showcase Kitchen. Following the class you will enjoy the fruits of your labor by feasting on your creations and world class wines in the Inn's elegant dining room.
 
Food and wine enthusiasts enjoy these "Hands-On" Classes designed to be small and intimate ( 12 students). Most classes are scheduled on Saturdays.  The only requirements are a love for great food, fine wine and having fun. All class participants must book their classes and accommodations directly by calling the Cedar Gables Inn at 1-707-224-7969 or 1-800-309-7969 toll free.  Class sizes are small and therefore sell out quickly.  Call now to get your spot in the class.
 
Along with Dacor Kitchen Appliances, we are now working with Messermeister.  They provide the highest quality knives and culinary tools in the world.  Their products are fully warranted for the life of the user. 
Take one of our classes and experience the knives for yourself.  If you take the class and like the knives you can order any of their fantastic products at a 25% discount.  We will give you the discount code in the class.  Click on the Messermeister Logo and it will take you to their website where you can order.
  
 
 


 
           
 
 
 
Great Chefs of                    Napa Valley Series



Cooking Class Schedule for 2013
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Feb 9 (Sat)
$179
4PM-8PM
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Feb 16 (Sat)
Valentines Aphrodisiac Class  <Only 1spot left>
$179
4PM-8PM
 
Chef:  Mike C
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Feb 23 (Sat)
$169
4PM-8PM

Chef:   Allen Calhoun
 
 
 
Winery:  Hagafen Cellars
 
 
 
 
 
 
Mar 16  (Sat)
Early Spring Feast   <Sold Out>
$169
4PM-8PM
 
Chef:  Mike C
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Apr 20  (Sat)
$169
4PM-8PM
 
Chef:  Allen Calhoun
 
 
 
Winery:  Hill Family
 
 
 
 
 
 
May 4 (Sat)
Cinco de Mayo Feast <Sold Out>
$169
4PM-8PM
 
 
 
 
Winery:  Ceja Vineyards
 
 
 
 
 
 
Jun 22 (Sat)
Early Summer Super Supper <Sold Out>
$175
4PM-8PM
 
Chef:  Brian Whitmer
 
 
 
Winery:  Clos du Val
 
 
 
 
 
 
July 13 (Sat)
Summer Harvest Feast <Only 6 Spots left>
$175
4PM-8PM
 
Chef:  Sarah Scott
 
 
 
Winery:  Spring Mountain Winery
 
 
 
 
 
 
July 27 (Sat)
The Flavors of Florence  <Sold Out>
$175
4PM-8PM
 
 
 
 
Winery:  TBD
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Cooking Class and Wine Pairing Dinner Menus
 
 

 
 
Romantic Valentines Dinner - Feb 9, 2013 (Sat)

Chef Richard Haake is delighting lovers with his Romantic Valentines Dinner feast.  
 
First Course: 
Duo of Baked Hog Island Oysters
Pernod Butter
Bacon-Paprika
Spoons of Caviar, Cannelini Beans and Preserved Lemons
 
Second Course:
Asparagus-Avocado Salad with Dungeness Crab
 
Third Course:
Filet of Beef with Truffle Jus
Aligot Potatoes
Crispy Brussel Sprout Leaves

Dessert Course:
E. Guitard Bittersweet Chocolate Tart
 
Cost: $179 per person
Includes full set of recipes for all dishes prepared, a souvenir Cedar Gables Inn apron,
Hands-on cooking experience, Exquisite dinner with wine pairing.
(Room accommodations and travel expenses are not included)


 
 
 
Valentines Aphrodisiac Cooking Class - Feb 16, 2013 (Sat)

Chef Mike C has outdone himself again.  You can tell Love is in the air with this menu;
 
First Course
-Ahi Tuna Crudo with Fennel Hazelnut Citrus Salad and Caper Aioli
 
Second Course
-Creamy Seasonal Mushroom Soup with Truffle Essence and Crouton
 
Third Course
-Roasted Asparagus, Frisse, and Poached Egg Salad with Bacon Lardon, Vinaigrette, and Toasts 
 
Fourth Course
-Grilled Tri-Tip Steak with Chimichurri, Roasted Carrots and Shallots, and Cauliflower Puree
 
Desert Course
-Dark Chocolate Brownie Cake with Flambee Bananas, Pomegranate Molasses, and Chantilly Cream
 
 
Cost: $179 per person
Includes full set of recipes for all dishes prepared, a souvenir Cedar Gables Inn apron,
Hands-on cooking experience, Exquisite dinner with wine pairing.
(Room accommodations and travel expenses are not included)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cajun Feast "Napa Style" Cooking Class - Feb 23, 2013 (Sat)

Cajun food is always a party and Chef Allen knows how to throw one.  I've got the bead necklace on and my mouth is watering.  I can't wait;
 
Start off with a spice mix demo and shucking an oyster demo

1st course
Oysters with a Mignonette sauce, lemons, and Tabasco, Crystal too.
      (cooked (baked) for the squeamish)


2nd course
Suzie Q's Lunch box's Deep fried soft shell crab slider poboy

3rd course
Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya
 
Dessert
Pecan Baked Meringue crepes

 
 
Cost: $169 per person
Includes full set of recipes for all dishes prepared, a souvenir Cedar Gables Inn apron,
Hands-on cooking experience, Exquisite dinner with wine pairing.
(Room accommodations and travel expenses are not included)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Early Spring Feast - Mar 16, 2013 (Sat)

Chef Mike C has created the perfect foray into Spring with this delightful (and mouthwatering) menu:
 
First Course
-Roasted Marrow Bones with Challa Toasts Balsamic Gastric, and Micro Greens Salad
 
Second Course
-Roasted Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Soup with Sage Brown Butter and Crostini
 
Third Course
-Apple, Aged Cheddar, and Romaine Spear Salad with Bacon Crumble, Pickled Shallots, and Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
 
Fourth Course
-Pan Seared Hanger Steaks with Port Pan Sauce, Herb Roasted Brussels Sprouts, and Fingerling Potatoes
 
Desert Course
-Phyllo Wrapped Spice Roasted Apples with Whiskey Caramel Sauce and Ginger Whipped Cream
 

 
Cost: $169 per person
Includes full set of recipes for all dishes prepared, a souvenir Cedar Gables Inn apron,
Hands-on cooking experience, Exquisite dinner with wine pairing.
(Room accommodations and travel expenses are not included)

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cooking Downton Abbey - Apr 20, 2013 (Sat)

There is a lot to love about the show. The characters are all compelling in their own way, and it is fascinating to watch a household that functions as a tiny town. But what we particularly love is how much cooking and eating takes place during each episode. Meals were a big part of life during the Edwardian period. The noble class used it as a way to, quite literally, taste their social status. They ate four times a day (breakfast, lunch, teatime and dinner) and the dinners were fantastic.  We will replicate the Crawley family's lavish dinner party with our own candlelit Edwardian feast, sans the footmen serving.

First Course
-"litole" Faux Pheasant Casserole
 
Second Course
-Indian Tea glazed Drummies on a bed of shaved spiced Brussel Sprouts
 
Third Course
-Cider House Chicken Ballotine with Yorkshire pudding, peas and carrots 
 
Desert Course
-Cardamon Buttered Apples with Creme-Fresh



 
Cost: $169 per person
Includes full set of recipes for all dishes prepared, a souvenir Cedar Gables Inn apron,
Hands-on cooking experience, Exquisite dinner with wine pairing.
(Room accommodations and travel expenses are not included)