We decided to do a random winter get-a-way to Calgary. So, I searched groupon for things to do. And up comes spice chica cooking classes. It is winter. So, a cooking class was appealing. There was a list of several different ones offered on the Saturday of our trip. It gave me the impression that it was a big school with lots of teachers. I picked the date night class. It seemed like the best deal and the time worked. It was easy to book online using the groupon. I was sent a text and an e-mail to confirm. It all seemed very professional.
We arrived at the the location. A co-op grocery store. We asked two clerks where the cooking class was located. Both directed us to random aisles. No clue what we were talking about. I looked on the location e-mail and verified we were in the right place. We finally asked a third employee who finally understood what we wanted and pointed us in the right direction.
We were greeted by, a what class are you here for? Which kinda threw me, but we were pointed to a table based on class. Ok?
The teacher then spent lots of time discussing her qualifications as a chef and the services she offers. Great! But very lengthy. She explained she was on a tight schedule and continued to talk about her experience.
After verifying what everyone was there for, and seeming surprised at some of the answers, she said she was going to teach them all at the same time. Because she was such a great chef and could do that. The reason the classes were combined was so
She wouldn't have to cancel the class. I booked a month a prior and there were only 2 available spots. So, her excuse seemed a little suspect. But, we were there, so whatever.
She was actually able to teach all the classes. They were all variations of similar things. Some had extra courses, others had only one. But everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves and learning to make pasta of some sort.
We did eat a tomato salad at the end, but the majority of our food was for take home consumption. She provided containers to those of us that needed them. And gave us preparation and storing instructions. The food was good. And an e-mail with recipes was sent after the course.
We did have a good time! And she said the location is changing. So, maybe that one will be easier to find. Overall I would recommend the course. read more