Learn culinary techniques, processes, and recipes. These classes are for all culinary levels, all are welcome!

Culinary Cooking Classes in the Chippewa Valley

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class price - $75

Pierogi- In this class we will be preparing traditional pierogies. Each attendee will be learning how to make their own dough, rollout, and fill their own pierogies and then how to cook them. We will be preparing them with a variety of traditional fillings. Pierogies are very near and dear to my heart. My grandfather used to tell stories to me of his mother making them when he was a child.This class is very near and dear to my heart so it’s going to be exciting. 

November 7th 2024
At Forage

Pierogi Class

class price - $75

 In this class we'll be discussing the elements of sourdough as well as making your own loaf of bread. Then we'll be creating your own sourdough starter from scratch from a choice of a variety of ingredients. And of course we'll be tasting some various styles of bread and discussing recipes. Kitchen Technique is an educational forum where we're focusing on the preparations, culinary technique, origin/history, and most importantly acquainting each other with the theme of this class. And having fun too!

October 17th 2024
At Forage

Sourdough Class

class price - $75

 Potstickers and dumplings are one of my favorite things to eat as a snack and or a meal. Each culture has their own interpretation of a dumpling. Eastern european cultures version of a dumpling can be classified as a pierogi, Spanish version of dumpling is an empanada, and then there are a ton of varieties in the Asain countries, as well as India. In India they have a version of what I would call a dumpling/potsticker hybrid; Samosa. The dumpling/potsticker can be argued to have started in China just like most food traditions

OCtober 24th 2024 
At forage

Potsticker Class

From Reboot Social in Eau Claire, WI

- Ian Prock.  

"John's culinary expertise and creativity have truly transformed the dining experience at our restaurant, Reboot Social."

Eau Claire, WI

- Volume One

"Local foodies know John Bender as the chef behind some incredible pop-up specials, cooking classes, multi-course dinner events, and more."

Eau Claire, WI

- K.B 

"Such a fun experience and loved that it is kid friendly. John is so thorough, encouraging and personable. The whole thing from education to final product was amazing, engaging and enjoyable. We will definitely be back!"

We will definitely be back!

Eau Claire, WI

- R.T.

These have been INCREDIBLE.
Keep ‘em coming!

keep 'em coming!

Have Questions?

Yes and if there are any additional recipes they're emailed upon request. 

Do you provide recipes for the theme of the cooking class?

The classes are appropriate for all ages.

Are your classes friendly for all ages?

Yes all of the classes are designed to be approachable for all ages and familiarize yourself in a culinary technique. And then be able to recreate it. 

What if I have very little experience cooking? Can I still attend?

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