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Types of Cooking Classes
Hands-On Cooking Classes
Demo Cooking Classes
Kids Cooking Classes

Policies
Clothing
Important Notice
Reserving and Paying for the Cooking Class
Return, Exchange & Cancellation Policy
Gift Certificate Policy

FAQ's
Why should I take a cooking class at Elegant Eating ?
Do I get to cook or just watch ?
When should I arrive ?
How do I learn new cooking techniques ?
What if someone in my party has limited abilities or allergies ?
What safety rules do I need to follow ?
Suppose I can't attend a class for which I've registered ?

Types of Cooking Classes


Hands-On Cooking Classes.

Elegant Eating offers hands-on cooking classes covering a wide range of cuisines and cooking styles. In our hands-on classes, you are doing the cooking! With the keen guidance of experienced instructors and assistants, you'll usually prepare a three or four course meal (see specific cooking class details). Then everyone sits down to eat! Experienced wait staff will serve you the dinner you prepared, and best of all Elegant Eating does the kitchen clean up.

Menus focus on easy-to-find ingredients and time-saving steps. Minimum class size for most classes is 16. Participants leave the class with a rewarding evening and all recipes from the class. You can expect to spend at least three and a half hours at each class.

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Demo Cooking Classes.

Our demo cooking classes involve… learning the tips, tools and techniques of our chefs, and specific techniques involved in preparing the recipes presented that evening. Most classes end with a full meal including dessert. Cold beverages, tea and coffee are included.

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Kids Cooking Classes.

Occasionally we run programs for younger children (when accompanied by an adult), tweens and teens cooking classes are offered with special kid-friendly menus and cooking techniques. Class length, topics and cost vary.

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Cooking Class Policies


Clothing.

We suggest that you dress casually and comfortably. In our hands-on cooking classes, for safety and hygiene reasons, we ask that you wear long pants, a shirt with sleeves, and comfortable, closed-toe shoes. If you have long hair, please be prepared to tie it back. A name tag and apron will be provided for your use during your class.

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Important Notice.

Participation in cooking classes may involve use of cooking equipment and cooking tools, and potential food allergens in a busy kitchen environment with other people. You will be asked to sign a statement including a liability release and photography waiver when you arrive for class. A parent or legal guardian signature is required for all minors under the age of 18. We love to take photos of happy people in cooking classes. Class photos are the exclusive property of Elegant Eating. If you do not want us to include you in any photos, please let us know before class.

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Reserving and Paying for the Cooking Class

A credit card* number must be given to secure your placement in a class. Credit card information may be provided over the phone by calling (631) 360-2211. We accept checks, cash and credit card* payment at the time of the event.

* Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover.

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Class Return, Exchange & Cancellation Policy.

In order to keep our classes comfortable and to preserve our staff to student ratio, we must impose a cancellation policy. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

When you purchase a spot in one of our cooking classes, it is not refundable except if the class is canceled by Elegant Eating. You have up to 5 days before the class to withdraw and receive credit that must be applied to a new class within ninety (90) days. Cancellations must be made over the telephone. If you cancel within the 5 day window or miss the class, no refund or credit will be given, but you can have the class handout which includes the recipes. (If you reserved the class with a gift certificate and do not cancel within the 5 day window, the price of the class will be deducted from the value of your certificate.)

If you are unable to attend class, you may send someone in your place, but you need to notify us of the change prior to the class. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule classes if necessary. If we do cancel or reschedule the cooking class, you may choose a refund or keep a credit on account for a future class. If you need to cancel, please call us at (631) 360-2211 as early as possible.

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Cooking Class FAQ's


Why should I take a cooking class at Elegant Eating ?

Our cooking classes are great opportunities to learn new cooking skills, creative recipes (that are easy to duplicate) and presentation techniques. Spur your creativity, meet new people, eat delicious food, have fun, and so much more at Elegant Eating cooking classes.

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Do I get to cook or just watch ?

In our hands-on cooking classes, the participants do the cooking. In our demo cooking classes, the participants learn by watching. Each class description specifies if the class is a hands-on cooking class or a demo cooking class.

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When should I arrive ?

Please arrive 15 minutes before the class, so that you have time to sign in, wash your hands and put on an apron before the class starts. Your instructor will go over the menu, explain each dish, comment on the ingredients you'll be using and answer any questions that you might have.

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How do I learn new cooking techniques ?

Our instructors demonstrate the best techniques and guide you (literally by hand if you want) on how to maximize both the food and kitchen tools available to prepare the meals.

All of our classes are designed to be user-friendly for any level of skill, from basic (trouble boiling water?) to professional chef. You should never feel intimidated in working with your fellow students.

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What if someone in my party has limited abilities or allergies ?

Our kitchen is wheelchair-accessible with few restrictions. Within reason, we try to accommodate all types of food allergies. Our kitchen is not kosher. Please contact us if you have specific concerns.

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What safety rules do I need to follow ?

Great question! Safety predominates, so we ask that you wear closed-toe shoes, remove dangling jewelry, tie back long hair and cooperate with the instructor on all safety issues. Common courtesy with other students, instructors and staff is a given.

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Suppose I can't attend a class for which I've registered ?

If you cancel prior to 5 days (or 120 hours) before a cooking class, you can transfer your registration to another class within 90 days. If you cancel within 120 hours of a cooking class, feel free to have someone attend in your place. You can always receive the recipes and other handouts from the class even if you don't attend. Please see our Cancellation Policy for more details. If we cancel a class, you can choose a refund or transfer your registration fee to a new class.

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