Instead of buying birthday gifts that might end up tucked away in a closet, I thought--why not step…read moreout of the closet and try something memorable? A cooking class for a close group of friends turned out to be the best idea ever. Chef Mary Bass welcomed our lively group with open arms and matched our energy perfectly. She embraced the laughter, encouraged the conversations, and truly brought everyone together. Her cooking instructions were clear, fun, and easy to follow--each of us made fresh, homemade pasta right from our seat at the table! If you're looking for an unforgettable, interactive experience, we highly recommend Chef Mary Bass. She doesn't just teach cooking--she creates joy.

What a fantastic experience , having Chef Mary Bass cater our holiday get together in our home …read more The buffet food was outstanding , personal favorites were chilled beef tenderloin that was out of this world tender, the mini Hawaiian roll muffulettas were fantastic. A selection of home made sweets were over the top with the mini cuppies of banana pudding exceeding expectations . The order process was easy, delivery on time and Stacie's presentation of the buffet was truly an artistic gastronomic delight . Mary Bass you and your team members are "Rock Stars" in the catering world ! Many Thanks ! You have become our go to caterer !

If you are looking for a fun date night, girls night, fun cooking classes I definitely recommend…read moreChef Of The House. I've done two classes so far and have enjoyed them both so much. They are locally owned and run by teachers/ chefs from Clear Springs high school. They also offer classes during spring break and the summer for kids.

A great culinary school for all ages! My kids did a Summer camp and they loved it--talked about it…read morefor weeks! The chef instructors are fantastic!

Are you kidding me??? How did I not know about this? The experience was absolutely incredible! The…read morecook/instructor (the owner as well) was a good time!!! She was so patient and so kind! I was invited to sign up because this is where my cousin wanted to celebrate her birthday...I'm so happy I was available to come! Although the class was a bit pricey for 2 people, once you are in it, it's absolutely worth it!!! We made crab cakes, cheese grits with several different toppings, cheesecake, shrimp gravy over biscuits AND OH EM GEE!!! It was all so so good!! Keep in mind this is a BYOB as well. That, paired with good food and great friends is an excellent experience and you should definitely give it a try!!! I can't wait to bring my husband here! 10/10!!!!!!!!!

I was in search of a fun and interactive cooking class to plan a date night for my boyfriend and I…read more Cooking with a Twist popped up on Google and had fantastic reviews. I went on the website and decided to take the Jamaican themed class. It was priced at $180 per couple. The menu for the night was black bean soup, rice and peas, jerk chicken and shrimp, and rum cake. They already had everything prepped for us. The chef told us exactly how to make each dish. Everything we had was bursting with flavor. The class was so much fun! The chef even threw in some cooking education and he made us laugh while doing it. I highly recommend this class to everyone! It's easy for even a novice cook. They even had a little music going on. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and the service provided. It was definitely a vibe and a fun date night. I would love to go back for the other classes. Also it's BYOB!

OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) is a part of UTMB Health. The campus is part of the UTMB…read morehealth system and is located at 12th and Market. They offer day and evening classes and seminars for adults over age 55. Offerings change each semester but usually include a variety of art classes, writing classes, needle crafts, music, and fitness as well as seminars in Galveston history, environment, and technology, just to name a few. They offer a monthly Reader's Group, a Gardening group, and instruction in various games such as modern board games, canasta and poker. I've taken Yoga, Tai Chi, memoir writing, and several craft classes. There is so much to do there and lots of fun people to do it with. The staff are very helpful in getting you registered and suggesting activities that you might enjoy. This spring, I'm taking a class in AI, a writing class, a cooking class, and S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life). I love it so much, I started volunteering there last year. As a newbie to Galveston Island, this place has helped me make friends and stay healthy and active. Highly Recommended!

February 25, 2022…read more went to the college this afternoon for a cooking class sponsored by the college and our farmers market. Tonight, a local teacher here in Galveston that is from southern India taught us to make 3 courses of their cuisine. Class took place in the culinary school and we got to eat what we cooked and it was fabulous. The college is cute, well maintained and offers a lot of courses for a junior college

If I could give 0 stars I would I was so happy to find a Diesel program that was close to me. I…read morewent all in not knowing that upon arrival I would be fully tricked for my money. I completed the first semester with hopes that maybe next year things would be different. Since in my first semester I received my books late (towards the end) and the professor just runs around to the next place to sit down and teach nothing. I paid for my second semester but once I asked for a refund they denied me I spoke with the dean of the university and still lead me with no help I payed for a 2nd semester that was not given there a scam. Half of the things we were supposed to be learning was missing if you ask the professor for something needed to learn he would say someone stole it. I wonder why they could do such a thing if you leave student unattended with tools like that I would want to take them home as well and see maybe if someone else would like to show me how to use them. I'm very disappointed with this class and wish I would have just went somewhere else to actually feel better about my career and more passionate this place will turn you down completely. And let's not forget that I still haven't received my certificate for completing the first semester of the program I had to continuously call and inform them that I never received it I'm serious this place is a joke.

Fabulous class and kitchen setup. Instructor, Hailey, is very knowledgeable and helpful. I took the…read moreCook Fish like a Pro class where we learned how to prepare 4 different fish recipes. Definitely a good value for your money.

I had such a great experience in this cooking class! Ashley was incredibly knowledgeable and made…read moreeverything feel user friendly. She broke things down in a way that actually made sense and gave helpful tips throughout the process that I know I'll use again. The highlight for me was learning how to make amazing grits (seriously), they came out so flavorful and perfectly textured. I've had. Overall, it was fun!! I'd definitely take another class with her!

Etta's Little Kitchen is a pop up restaurant on Wednesday and Sunday at Bar 5015. This was my first…read moretime visiting bar 5015...really cute bar! I also enjoyed the music collaboration with DJ RedSoda. We came on a Wednesday for dinner. We ordered at the bar and were given a number. I think the menu changes. I tried to shrimp and grits and oxtail: the grits are served in a tasty fried square. The oxtail was very tender. Excited to come back for more and maybe brunch (although it sounds like there's a wait!)

I decided to give Etta's another chance after my bad experience. The customer service was amazing…read more It was a complete 360 from the time before. The food was delicious as usual. I'm glad I didn't give up on Etta's. I will be continuing to support!!

During the beginning of the pandemic, I did a LOT of virtual cooking classes. This kept me…read moreconnected to others and helped me to feed my family, who all came home, a variety of international and local flavors. So happy to see a virtual cooking class on the Weekly Savor from Central Market. So easy to invite several of my friends who I met cooking virtually at many, many Yelp cooking events. The free live online class and discussion with Chef and Restaurateur Einat Admony, who is known for her fresh, sophisticated Mediterranean palate, was fabulous. So interesting to learn about Chef Admony's journey and challenges as a chef and then cook along with her using chicken, lemons, herbs, onions and olives in Braised Chicken with Olives and Citrus. She also did a bonus Tahdig recipe. The food turned out amazing!! Chef Admony was one of the first chefs to introduce Israeli cuisine to Americans. I would love to eat at her flagship New York eatery, Balaboosta. She sold her Taim franchise to Chipotle, the Mexican fast-food chain. She has competed on the Food Network's reality television show Chopped and won twice. She is also a comedian and is a great teacher. Her passion really shined during this virtual class. Thanks to Chef and Restaurateur Einat Admony for sharing your wonderful story as a chef and your cooking tips. You are an inspiration. Thanks also Central Market Cooking School for offering this great class virtually. Thanks for the recipe and the recording. Braised Chicken with Olives and Citrus. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Put the chicken, olives, onion, preserved lemon, dried limes, lemon slices, oil, honey, salt, cilantro, garlic, turmeric, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Using your hands, mix everything thoroughly, making sure the chicken pieces are well coated with the spices and herbs. Arrange the chicken pieces skin-side down in a deep baking dish in a single snug layer. Arrange the rest of the mixture over the chicken. Whisk the stock with the orange juice in a measuring cup and pour over the chicken.

Tres magnifique! The hubs and I had the pleasure of joining Chef Mike and company for the "French…read moreSteakhouse" couples cooking class and man, it was a real, 3-course success! Salad of Frisee, Bacon Lardons & Poached Egg Steak au Poivre (Steak with Peppercorn Sauce) Pommes Anna (Thinly Sliced Layers of Potatoes) Haricots Verts (French Green Beans) Chocolate Pots de Creme Wine pairings: Malbec Rosè & Malbec So many skills included, such as egg poaching, flambéing, a mini knife skills lesson, and steak seasoning and cooking the right way! The wine pairings were spot on also. The class was so fun and interactive that I can't wait to return. The chefs truly made it a date night done right!

If you know, you know... and if you don't, let us go ahead and put you on to CuVee's Culinary…read moreCreations. This place is hands-down one of Houston's best-kept secrets. We've been coming here as a family for a while, so trust me when I say the food is ALWAYS amazing--but when they catered my son's high school graduation party?? They did NOT come to play. The food? Soul-healing, plate-licking... They handled everything flawlessly, and the setup matched the restaurant's elegant vibe . It felt upscale, warm, and just... special. Our guests are STILL texting about the food and asking, "Wait... where was that from again?" So yes, it's a hidden gem ... but honestly, they deserve all the shine! Thank you!

I made reservations for my friends birthday brunch. Originally going to be 3 of us but a fourth…read morelady joined and it was no issue. When we got there, it was empty. The Saturday morning crowd was not out yet but soon would show up. We had a great table, middle of the restaurant and Caleb helped us out. He was very nice and took care of us. Ivory also came out and greeted us. We chatted a bit about how we liked the food. We got boudin balls with fries. The fries were amazing, just regular fries. The boudin balls needed a little work but Ivory was very receptive to feedback. Mimosas were good too. I had the cranberry, it came in a carafe. We finished 2 of them between the 3 of us throughout our meal. I ordered the shrimp and grits. Grits were excellent, shrimp was a little salty but if I mixed with the grits, worked out well. We had the endless catfish and amazed that it just kept coming. Also ordered a special priced wing and waffle dish that was 2 wings and a waffle, a little snack. By time we left, all tables were full. Make reservations is my best suggestion. I will go back. I enjoyed the food.