Seasoned chef imparts basics of Thai cooking for two & students take home prepared food & instructional DVDs to guide practice at home

2.5-hour classes teach the basics of baking and decorating cupcakes with buttercream and ganache; everyone takes home 12 cupcakes

Chef teaches methods for making cheese spreads, blocks, and crumbles during 60- to 90-minute classes

Sushi chef imparts basics of seasoning rice and making maki rolls; students receive bamboo mats and sushi-rolling DVDs to practice at home

Chef imparts basics of Indian cooking with dishes such as saag paneer & curries, then students leave with recipes & instructional DVDs

Expert chef teaches couples or groups methods for making cheese spreads, blocks & crumbles, with take-home ingredients & instructional DVD