I had an amazing experience at Fennel Cooking Studio and it was an easy 5-star visit…read more The entire experience was thoughtfully put together, from the atmosphere to the hands-on cooking experience. It's such a fun way to learn new techniques, try something different, and enjoy great food in a welcoming environment. The instructors were knowledgeable, friendly, and made the class easy to follow while still keeping it engaging. Whether you're an experienced cook or just someone who enjoys food, the experience feels approachable and enjoyable. The food we made was delicious, and there's something really satisfying about being able to create a dish yourself and then sit down to enjoy it afterward. It's also a great activity to do with friends, for a date night, or even as a unique way to celebrate an occasion. A fun, memorable experience with great instruction, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere. I'd definitely come back for another class.

Fennel is a unique cooking studio. They offer a variety of classes each month, some of which are…read moreseasonal. Some of the classes are in partnership with local restaurants or farms. Their website usually lists the current month and the next month. The classes cost about $100 each (some less, some more) and are limited to 16 people. There is usually one instructor and two assistants. They provide the mise en place, implements, and instruction. You receive a folio of recipes to take home. Over the course of the class you work together to cook the dishes. At the end of class you socialize and eat and you get to take leftovers home. It's a fun activity to do with friends, partners, colleagues, or family members. I have taken the scones class, the pie class, and the mole class. All were great. The studio is clean. The instruction is clear. It's just a fun experience.

The food was delicious, the class was so fun and easy to follow and the staff are fantastic. We had…read moreso much fun and highly recommend their classes!

We took the gnocchi class. Chef Megan is super knowledgeable and made the class really fun. The…read moreentire staff is really friendly and the shop is super cute!!

SO. MUCH. FUN. We attended Christie Maggi's Day in the…read moreKitchen class, Pasta in the Casa, and now are pasta pros! (Just kidding!) I'm not sure what I expected as the class listed 9 pasta dishes to be made... A part of me expected to see a scene from The Muppets where the Swedish Chef wrestles with a plate of pasta before getting attacked by it. There were a dozen of us, all seated comfortably around the large kitchen island. The cooking facility was spacious, clean, and well organized- the perfect space for a large group to move freely and cook amongst each other. We were offered complimentary water, tea, and coffee throughout the class. Chef Christie was amazing! Her upbeat energy was a pleasure to be around and her instructions were clear and concise. Her friendly persona made it easy to ask questions. We learned to make basic, egg, and wheat dough and shaped them into spaghetti, fettuccine, cavatelli, and ravioli. We then made some classic sauces to go with them: Bolognese, puttanesca, bacon tomato, and caramelized onion cheese. In addition to that, we made a cheese tortellini soup, sausage tomato lasagna, seafood cannelloni with basil cream sauce, butternut agnolotti with sage butter, and a spinach ravioli with charred tomato sauce. OH. MY. LORD. Brains overloaded with info and bellies satisfied, we all took a nap when we got home. :]

I had a great experience. I learned how to make sushi with my little brother who is a really picky…read moreeater. The owner was kind enough to continuously bring different ingredients out from what was prepared so he could make his sushi rolls the way he likes. I 100% would recommend to anyone trying to learn a new skill or want to try something fun.

I've taken this class twice and it was great both times! Once was a girls night out and the other…read morewith my 10-year old and her Girl Scout troop, just to give you an idea of how good they are with different groups. The instructors are fun and interactive and have a great story about how the business got started. The ingredients are fresh and you get to make great rolls especially for people trying sushi for the first time. The space is bright and inviting and lots of great photos opps, including fun props!

This a class based gathering . It's great for date night, friend hangout or workout team building…read more They have different food types you can choose from like pasta, seafood, etc. The chef explains what meals will consist and does n excellent job of being patient and giving you techniques you may not think you had ! The meals turned out amazing! At the end you are provided with the recipes as well! I definitely recommend and will go back again.

Hands down, the BEST cooking class in town! You get to cook the entire meal from start to finish…read more Chef Alyssa was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing helpful tips as she guided us through each step of the recipes. All the prep work was done for us, allowing us to focus on creating, making, and tasting each dish. Our class was a hands-on pasta extravaganza, where we learned to make fresh pasta, transforming dough into pappardelle noodles and ravioli. We wrapped up the experience with a delicious sticky toffee pudding. Highly recommend this class if you're looking for an interactive, fun experience with expert instructors and plenty of mouthwatering food--we even took two boxes home!

Went here for a Yelp member "kick off the holiday season " event. Dierbergs stopped cooking classes…read moreduring Covid; and I am told there will be no more. This is one of the last kitchens they have. And oh what a wonderful venue! I so so miss the cooking classes! A beautiful venue and the food was artistically prepared and presented. Dierbergs does such an amazing job with platters.

You don't understand how elated I am that Dierberg's brought back their cooking classes! What was…read morepreviously The Dierberg's Cooking School, is now The Dierberg's Culinary Studio. Classes can be found via Eventbright and reserving a spot is super easy, not as clunky as before. I also felt that prices were reasonable. We took a mixology class with Lorna, our first class post Pandemic, and we loved it! Lorna was so much fun and easy-going. She was knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions and also provided easy to follow instructions on how to build our own cocktails (mocktails, too!). We can't wait for more classes to open up!

This is my second visit. Each time the food is outstanding. I'm sure it would cost $30-$50 at a…read morerestaurant. High quality ingredients. Extremely well cooked. Good portion size. Cost is $12 includes tax. Tip is extra. The chefs rotate as the servers. Service is a work in progress so as long as you're prepared for that you will have a great time. The food is soooo delicious. Typically there are two apps, four entrees, two sides, and two desserts. You select one of each. Iced tea or soda also is included. I had the smoked trout spinach salad. The red beets were the best and the vinegarette was tasty. Slightly sweet. The smoked trout was ok, more spices would've been nice. The bean soup looked good and the reviews were positive. The entrees included prosciutto wrapped monkfish, spinach and ricotta ravioli, wiener snitzel, and brat with sauerkraut. I got the brat and it was great with Grilled butter bread. The potato salad was amazing. Included bacon, slightly warm, and sauerkraut flavor. The Brussel sprouts were grilled and maybe the best item in the meal. I wanted more! For dessert I selected the red wine poached pear with marscapone cream. It was good. Slightly sweet. The other option was tiramisu which was served in a wine glass and looked great! They rotate the menu every three weeks. Next is Asian! I think reservations are required and they only serve wed and thur. Note it takes about 1.5 hours to get through lunch.

First thing- this place is run by culinary students, which is really impressive considering the…read morefine dining menu. This quarter's theme is Cajun, so I had shrimp, grits and collard greens with bacon (see pic) & beignets with berry sauce (also see pic). It was DELICIOUS & was cooked super quickly. AND the prices are super reasonable! ($12 for both!) Any tips for the wait staff go to a scholarship fund, as well. I would definitely recommend, but since it's a class, make sure to call ahead for hours & days it's open.

My favorite yarn and club in STL! Loops, now known as Keepsake, taught me how to crochet and fueled…read moremy passion for being creative. Carla does a great job stocking the store with all the fiber art necessities, plus a bunch of fun items as well! There are so many workshops and events and she's curated a beautiful community :) Also in the back there's a workspace! I love coming here to chill. It's free to use and all you have to pay for are the snacks :) plus free wifi!! Come check out Keepsake!

From the owner: Loops is an affordable, inclusive, and community-centered fiber arts hub in the heart of St. Louis…read moreCity, offering a unique combination of budget-friendly yarn supplies, thoughtful goods, collaborative co-working space, and creative workshops.