Such a great experience, and Chef Mark was awesome! The vegetarian recipes did not disappoint and…read morewere packed with so much flavor. Made for a perfect date outing for us. The concept is fantastic - prep and cook each course one by one alongside the chef then get a chance to eat each course with included beverages. We'll be making these recipes at home quite often now, I'm sure!

This is something I've always wanted to do and I am so glad that I finally did it. I took the roux…read moremaking class with Chef Mark at the school. We had a great group of six individuals in total who thoroughly were entertained and learned new skills in the kitchen. Plus, chef Mark presented us with Bananas Foster at the very end which was delicious. I look forward to returning and taking future classes. I highly recommend. Quick note do not eat before the class as there is so much food that you will be tasting and leftovers that you'll be bringing back to your hotel room.

Come hungry--leave inspired (and very full!)…read more New Orleans School of Cooking was easily one of the highlights of my trip. I wanted something unique, fun, and rooted in local culture--and this experience delivered on all of it. I signed up for the demo class, which is perfect if you want to learn without the pressure of cooking yourself. The chef not only walked us through each dish, but also shared the history of New Orleans cuisine and the cultural influences behind it--which made the experience feel much richer. Check-in starts in their charming retail shop, filled with spices, sauces, cookbooks, and kitchen tools. The staff was warm and welcoming, and there was even a chef making fresh pralines right in the front window. (Yes, samples were offered--and yes, the chocolate praline was very good.) After roll call, we headed upstairs to the kitchen classroom where the real magic began. On the menu: chicken and sausage gumbo, red beans and rice, pecan pie, and pralines. Chef Austin Faucheaux guided us through each dish, from building a proper roux to preparing the pecan pie filling from scratch. It felt equal parts cooking class and storytelling session. And then--the best part--the tasting. We started with biscuits, followed by a rich, flavorful gumbo. Then came the red beans and rice with a generous piece of soft, moist cornbread. Dessert wrapped things up with a mini pecan pie and a praline. Let me just say--you won't need lunch after this. I learned that the delicious way. Each guest receives printed recipes to take home, which is a nice touch if you want to recreate the experience later. Special thanks to Chef Austin, who took time afterward to chat, answer questions, and take photos with guests. If you're looking for something interactive, educational, and delicious, this is absolutely worth adding to your New Orleans itinerary.

So much fun! My husband shied away from anything Cajun or Creole cause he thought it was exotic…read more This showed him there wasn't anything he wouldn't eat in other dishes included. I didn't his several years ago with a girlfriend and loved the instructor Harriet because she gave so much background and local takes on the dishes. I was so excited to see she would be my instructor again. We had biscuits, Gumbo, red beans and rice, pralines and pecan pie. Enough food to carry us through the day. Its a bargain! And Harriot even explained if you made a mistake how to revive it. I highly recommend.

Went to the Louisiana Seafood class. We learned so much! The class is hands on and you sit down…read moreto a wonderful dinner at the end. Highly recommend. We will be back.

My wife and I have been taking cooking classes all over the world and this class has been the best…read moreyet. Hands on learning and very educational, and fun.

Incredible Experience!…read more Chef Dee gave an amazing, hands on presentation on what Creole cooking should be and more. She is an amazing tour guide through the classic dishes of the area. A must try for anyone interested in cooking and learning the proper ways to represent NOLA in your cooking.

I had the chance to take a cooking class with Chef Dee and her team and it was an amazing…read moreexperience. We made Jambalaya and bread pudding which came out delicious. Chef Dee was so helpful and encouraging to everyone no matter their cooking experience. She told us she is the 2nd black woman in New Orleans to own a cooking school and she does the work to bring light to other woman in the history of culinary in New Orleans. This was an amazing class and I look forward to attending another one again.

If you are visiting New Orleans, you absolutely MUST take a cooking class with Chef Dee. It is 100%…read moreworth the $130 price tag. We did the Taste of New Orleans Creole cooking class, which included stew okra, jambalaya, and bananas foster. Chef Dee Lavigne is a fantastic chef and teacher. Her sous chef was also great. The students do all the prep work and cooking, so it's very hands on. It was a great class for experienced cooks, but I think it would doable for novices as well! The chefs provided great instruction if you needed help. The food turned out delicious of course. You walk out with recipes for everything you made, and I can't wait to try these recipes again at home! I would not necessarily recommend visiting the museum if you aren't doing a cooking class. It's very small and not the most exciting, but it's fun to breeze around after the cooking class. The gift shop has lots of fun tidbits, including stacks of super cheap cookbooks.

I used to go here for work lunches & Sunday roasts BUT the food quality has fallen steeply. Very…read morevery dry BBQ ribs (inedible). Decent enough nachos & enchiladas. Will not be back for food -- nice beer garden & atmosphere.

Learning How To Prepare A Delicious Brunch Cajun-Style…read more SITREP! Recently I got to participate in a very fun cooking glass at the Langlois Culinary Crossroads Cooking Institute. It was a delightful opportunity to extend my cooking horizons by getting a chance to use local NOLA ingredients to make a wonderful brunch that I can recreate back home in California. THE SETUP As is mentioned in the brochure information, "Some New Orleans visitors take home Mardi Gras beads, souvenir cups, and trinkets from the French Market; others buy art from the galleries on Royal Street. If you're here, it's because you're interested in one of the city's greatest gifts: our uniquely delicious cuisine." And so this indeed provides the backdrop for both the motivation and the excitement for participating in this cooking class, as well as the opportunity that presented itself by being in New Orleans for an extended 4 day weekend. THE COOKING EXPERIENCE With Langlois Culinary Crossroads, it's not just watching a video class or about sharing recipes: we were actively involved in an entertaining and interactive culinary experience where guided by Chefs Jodie & Emily, we got to partake in the brunch meal that we created with their guidance. THE DELICIOUS FRUITS OF OUR LABORS Each of us students got to take an active part in: * Preparing the hash of sausage, sweet potatos, whole garlic cloves and shallots, * In making each crepe, * In making the lemon curd to go into the crepe, * And in making the macerated blueberry sauce that would top eachcrepe. Each activity was a delightful step in this cooking process and one that I will remember and recreate at home. And, yes, the best part WAS being able to eat the brunch that we fixed ourselves. AWESOME COOKING GUIDES I want to give a big shout-out to the awesome Chefs Jodie and Emily, and to their magical kitchen steward Brynna for keeping everything so organized! THE LOWDOWN A fantastic culinary experience I hope to recreate again!

What an amazing experience with Chef Amy and her Team. Amy could not have been a better host…read more Allison (Comedian) was funny and could not have been more pleasant. Everyone truly helped make my wife's birthday memorable. The food was delicious, the Facility was impressive and the people could not have been better. Fun, delicious and entertaining. From planning to execution and every step in between, chef Amy made every step of the process enjoyable. The Crepes were not only fun to make, they were delicious. As for the Crepe toss competition, I believe it is going to take off and it will ultimately become an Olympic sport.

My friend found She Chef for her 40th birthday party and it was a feast for the ages!!! I probably…read moreate 10 pounds of seafood and the biscuits and grits were mind blowing. Those grits are the best I've ever had. If you want New Orlean flavors to wrap you in a warm hug, then get some She Chef I would stay in NO just for her food. Our menu: seafood boil of crawfish and shrimp (with corn on the cob, sausages, mushrooms, and potatoes); bomb ass biscuits, Gouda grits that changed my life for the better, and raspberry mascarpone tarts Prompt arrival, easy consistent communication, very friendly and professional, easy to work with and flexible. And Sous Chef Juane was most excellent as well

My family engaged Chef Taylor for a brunch and a birthday dinner during my dad's 70th birthday…read moreweekend. I cant say enough good things about her. The food was great. It pleased kids, adults, and seniors alike. She cooked in our rental and it was great having someone native to the area come in and allow us to have immaculate meals in a home setting. I would absolutely use her services again.

I love this place. I'm currently in a set of Healthy Cooking Lessons for the Community (6 WEEK…read moreSeries). This location is awesome. A great huge open kitchen for group events, fully equipped. Definitely check them out for all the upcoming events. The staff is so friendly and wonderful and beyond helpful in getting you set up, understanding and everything as well as just helping out. This staff is generally concerned with getting the community more involved in healthy cooking! Parking. The parking situation is pretty good. It is connected to the Whole Foods on Broad so no real issues in that area.

If you have a chance to sign up for their cooking classes - DO IT! My mom & I signed up together &…read morewe have both learned so much in just 2 weeks. I have scoured the FREE recipes on their websites. I have a list of recipes to try! Really fun, great meal to eat after done cooking & incredible recipes!!!

Deep Sigh... I've been to plenty of rage rooms so that's why I gave only 3 stars. This one is…read moreDIFFERENT! Had I'd not gone to others before I'd probably give more. As you can see the rooms are damn near bare and you have to pay for EVERYTHING!! lol this place is the spirit airlines of rage rooms, you gotta pay to wear the protective jumpsuit (other places include this) it was NOT presented as an option, it was just stated that they were extra. Had I known it was an option we wouldn't have rented them. you have to add on things to smash which should be included. I understand TVs, larger items, and additional things; sure...but glass bottles should be included. If they were supposed to be they WERE NOT! We paid for bottles. The ones I've visited previously have plates, glass, bottles, etc.) I completely understand how cost works which is why I purchased a Groupon vs paying regular prices. Also the room is half ass filled with items that have already been smashed and unless you're a huge man ain't much left to do to it. Thank goodness I used a Groupon. They do offer a painting option. The staff was cool; but I personally wouldn't return. The kids did enjoy themselves (their first experience) so that was good. With better organization, communication, and an understanding of what the customer is interested in or expecting this place could go far. The rooms should be prepared for specific age groups because giving preteens ovens and refrigerators that have already been smashed is just crazy.

From the owner: New Orleans best Smash (Rage) Room! Welcome to Mash It Out LLC, where we are mashing things…read morewithin! At Mash It Out LLC we believe in the power of physical expression as a way to relieve stress and provide a unique recreational experience. Our mission is to offer a safe and exhilarating environment where you can let go of your frustrations, have fun, and feel a sense of liberation.