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Demo Classes

Our Cooking School provides Demonstration Classes, presented classroom style, where you watch the chef prepare a menu, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful hints for each dish. The class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, a generous tasting of all the dishes prepared, a glass of wine and a recipe booklet to take home. ($80 per person plus tax and gratuity). All seats are assigned based on party size and in the order the reservation was received so we can accommodate everyone.

Reservations for cooking classes must be made by calling the restaurant directly at 843.785.6272

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Hands-On Classes

Our Cooking School offers Hands-On Classes, giving you the opportunity to prepare three recipes from start to finish, working side by side with the chef. After the cooking has been completed, you will sit down for a family-style lunch with wine to enjoy the dishes you helped prepare.  ($120 per person plus tax and gratuity)

Reservations for cooking classes must be made by calling the restaurant directly at 843.785.6272

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Private Classes

If you have a small group of friends, family or colleagues, our Cooking School can also accommodate a private hands-on class. You must have a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 12 to schedule a private hands-on class. For parties larger than 12, please call for more details.

You may call 843.785.6272 for availability, pricing and to select a menu. All classes will begin at 11:30am.

CANCELLATION POLICY

We require a credit card to hold your reservation and have a 24 hour cancellation policy. You must cancel at least 24 hours prior to the class or your credit card will be charged. We also reserve the right to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment. If a class is cancelled, students will be notified by phone at least 24 hours in advance.

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Friday, September 18th | Rustic Italian Classics Cooking Demo
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Friday, September 18th | Rustic Italian Classics Cooking Demo

La Cucina Rustica in Italy means country-style cooking, not necessarily "rustic" in the English sense. Italian country-style cooking features simple, wholesome, deeply satisfying dishes that are relatively easy and quick to prepare and require few ingredients. Chef Kenny will show you how to prepare 3 classic country-style dishes that are sure to please even finicky gourmet palates. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, October 1st | Fall Pasta Cooking Demo
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Thursday, October 1st | Fall Pasta Cooking Demo

So long, fresh tomatoes and super-ripe zucchini. We've moved onto rich fall flavors, and are craving squash, hearty ragus, mushrooms and more.  Chef Kenny will show you how to prepare these autumn-inspired dishes that are perfect for a delicious fall dinner. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Friday, October 2nd | A Day in Parma Cooking Demo
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Friday, October 2nd | A Day in Parma Cooking Demo

Come join us for a culinary tour of beautiful Parma, which has a particularly rich history in Italian cuisine. Our chefs will teach you 3 recipes utilizing classic ingredients that have made the region famous. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and a recipe book.

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Thursday, October 8th | Fall is in the Air! Cooking Demo
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Thursday, October 8th | Fall is in the Air! Cooking Demo

Fall is a magical time as the days get shorter and the temperature cools.  There’s an instinctive need to cozy up in the kitchen with comforting food.  Celebrate the changing of the season at this fun cooking demonstration where Chef Kenny will demonstrate how to create this delicious autumn inspired menu.

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Friday, September 11th | Roman Holiday Cooking Demo
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Friday, September 11th | Roman Holiday Cooking Demo

You don’t need a passport to join us on a culinary adventure to Rome! Our chefs will be demonstrating how to prepare some fabulous recipes from the Eternal City. This delicious menu features a favorite street food of Rome, a classic pasta dish and an easy version of the famous porchetta. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Friday, September 4th | Simple Yet Classy Demo
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Friday, September 4th | Simple Yet Classy Demo

These recipes are sure to impress even the most discriminating dinner guests. Yet, they’re deceptively simple to make. Chef Kenny will show you how to prepare an elegant dinner beginning with salad and ending with dessert. After the cooking is done, you’ll enjoy a lunch of your tasty new creations.

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Friday, August 28th | Worldly Seafood Cooking Demo
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Friday, August 28th | Worldly Seafood Cooking Demo

Discover new flavors and go global with these delicious seafood dishes from around the world. Chef Kenny will demonstrate how to make these international recipes that will delight your family and friends.  Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, August 27th | Cuisine of Emilia-Romagna Cooking Demo
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Thursday, August 27th | Cuisine of Emilia-Romagna Cooking Demo

The Mediterranean lifestyle is renowned for its embrace of healthy eating, which includes the traditional flavors of Greece, Spain and Italy. Chef Kenny will show you how to prepare these delicious and light dishes with simple but flavorful ingredients. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Friday, August 21st | Just Peachy Cooking Demo
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Friday, August 21st | Just Peachy Cooking Demo

It’s the height of peach season here in the south and nothing tastes better than a sweet, juicy peach! Join us for this cooking demonstration where you will learn how to incorporate the southern peach into three delicious recipes for something a little different at your dinner table. The class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, a generous sampling of each course demonstrated, wine and recipe booklets to take home.  

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Thursday, August 20th | Specialties of the House Cooking Demo
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Thursday, August 20th | Specialties of the House Cooking Demo

Come learn the secrets of preparing some of our most beloved menu items, which have been on our bill of fare for over two decades. Chef Kenny will show you how to prepare these delicious house specialties that are sure to please you and your guests. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.


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Friday, August 7th | More Cheese Please! Cooking Demo
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Friday, August 7th | More Cheese Please! Cooking Demo

Calling all cheese lovers!  Don’t miss this fun-filled class featuring a different Italian cheese in each delicious dish. Chef Kenny will be demonstrating how to prepare this decadent menu that will satisfy the cheese-lover in you! Class includes a welcome class of Prosecco, generous tasting portions of each dish, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, August 6th | Little Italy Favorites Cooking Demo
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Thursday, August 6th | Little Italy Favorites Cooking Demo

These beloved recipes will be sure to conjure up old memories of the first time you tried each of these iconic dishes. Chef Kenny will show you how to prepare these little Italy favorites!  Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tastings of all the dishes, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, July 30th | Sensational Summer Seafood Cooking Demo
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Thursday, July 30th | Sensational Summer Seafood Cooking Demo

If you love seafood and want to learn new ways to prepare it, then this is the class for you! Chef Kenny will demonstrate how to prepare these sensational seafood dishes that your friends and family will love. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tastings of all the dishes, wine and recipes.


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Friday, July 17th | When in Rome Cooking Demo
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Friday, July 17th | When in Rome Cooking Demo

When in Rome, do as the Romans do!  Cook, eat, and enjoy the pleasures of the Roman table. Join Chef Kenny for this cooking demonstration where he will show you how to prepare classic dishes from Rome's delectable cuisine.  Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions of each dish, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, July 9th | Mediterranean Lifestyle Cooking Demo
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Thursday, July 9th | Mediterranean Lifestyle Cooking Demo

The Mediterranean lifestyle is renowned for its embrace of healthy eating, which includes the traditional flavors of Greece, Spain and Italy.  Chef Kenny will show you how to prepare these delicious and light dishes with simple but flavorful ingredients.  Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Friday, July 3rd | Classic Roman Pasta Cooking Demo
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Friday, July 3rd | Classic Roman Pasta Cooking Demo

There are certain dishes that are indisputably part of the Roman table and these three pastas are known and loved by every Roman. Chef Kenny will show you the techniques and tricks to make the perfect pasta every time. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, July 2nd | Shrimp Three-Ways Cooking Demo
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Thursday, July 2nd | Shrimp Three-Ways Cooking Demo

Shrimp is amazingly versatile. From grilled to sautéed, to broiled or fried, there are endless possibilities for preparing this tasty crustacean. Chef Kenny will demonstrate how to prepare three different preparations that are sure to become favorites. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Friday, June 26th | Simply Summer Cooking Demo
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Friday, June 26th | Simply Summer Cooking Demo

The Italian art of making something so simple taste so good is especially true during the summer! These recipes are light and delicious and perfect for a hot summer day. Chef Kenny will demonstrate how to prepare these tasty recipes using fresh summer ingredients. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, June 25th | Mediterranean Cruise Cooking Demo
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Thursday, June 25th | Mediterranean Cruise Cooking Demo

If a cruise around the Mediterranean is not in the cards this summer, you can still enjoy the cuisine! Join Chef Kenny for this culinary tour around the Mediterranean and explore the foods and flavors of Greece, Sicily and Spain. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Friday, June 19th | Southern & Savory Cooking Demo
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Friday, June 19th | Southern & Savory Cooking Demo

Nothing is more southern than fried green tomatoes, pimento cheese and anything with crab meat. So put on your best southern accent while you watch Chef Kenny prepare three savory dishes revered throughout the South. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Friday, June 12th | Easy & Elegant Cooking Demo
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Friday, June 12th | Easy & Elegant Cooking Demo

If you’re looking for new recipes for an elegant evening at home, then this cooking demonstration is perfect for you. Chef Kenny will show you how to prepare these delicious recipes, perfect for an easy and elegant fall dinner!  Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, June 11th | Cuisine of Campania Cooking Demo
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Thursday, June 11th | Cuisine of Campania Cooking Demo

Campania is home to Naples, the gorgeous Sorrento Peninsula and the Isle of Capri where fresh seafood is abundant. If you head inland into the provinces of Avellino and Benevento the focus changes from the sea to the earth and the cuisine relies on sun-kissed vegetables, herbs and fresh farmhouse cheeses. Chef Kenny will show you how to prepare these classic dishes from Campania that will become favorites at your dinner table. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, June 4th | The Asian Gourmet Demo
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Thursday, June 4th | The Asian Gourmet Demo

When you are craving Asian food, don’t reach for that takeout menu – just head to your kitchen to whip up these Asian specialties.  Chef Kenny will demonstrate how making delicious Asian food at home is easier than you think. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, May 28th | Along the Amalfi Coast Cooking Demo
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Thursday, May 28th | Along the Amalfi Coast Cooking Demo

South of Naples lies one of Europe’s most magnificent stretches of coastline. With majestic cliffs that sink into the sea hosting a bounty of seafood, and fertile lands producing the freshest vegetables and fruits, the Amalfi Coast has all the best ingredients for incredible cuisine. Join us for this cooking demonstration where Chef Kenny will show you how to prepare classic dishes from the Amalfi Coast. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tastings of all the dishes, wine and recipes to take home.

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Thursday, May 21st | Roman Holiday Cooking Demo
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Thursday, May 21st | Roman Holiday Cooking Demo

You don’t need a passport to join us on a culinary adventure to Rome!  Our chefs will be demonstrating how to prepare some fabulous recipes from the Eternal City.  This delicious menu features a favorite street food of Rome, a classic pasta dish and an easy version of the famous porchetta. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, May 14th | Hooked on Crab Cooking Demo
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Thursday, May 14th | Hooked on Crab Cooking Demo

Calling all crab lovers! Join Chef Kenny in his kitchen and learn firsthand how to prepare three delicious recipes and techniques featuring jumbo lump crab in every dish. Each of these dishes will be sure to become family favorites! Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Thursday, April 30th | Southern & Savory Cooking Demo
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Thursday, April 30th | Southern & Savory Cooking Demo

Nothing is more southern than fried green tomatoes, pimento cheese and anything with crab meat. So put on your best southern accent while you watch Chef Kenny prepare three savory dishes revered throughout the South. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Friday, April 24th | Essence of Spring Cooking Demo
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Friday, April 24th | Essence of Spring Cooking Demo

The warm and sunny spring season is upon us and with it brings a chance to create colorful and flavorful dishes that highlight the essence of spring. Chef Trey will demonstrate how to prepare these delicious recipes that will add brightness to your dinner table. Class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, generous tasting portions, wine and recipes.

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Angela W - 5.0 ★★★★★

“Chef Place is great and we learned a lot. He is a wealth of knowledge. Don’t eat breakfast that day you eat so much food. Michelle and Wesley were great and very nice.”

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