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The 15 Best Workshops in New Orleans

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The 15 workshops below are the ones worth your time in New Orleans, put in order. Each has its price, its run time and a plain note on who it suits, so the choosing takes about five minutes.

New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal - Watching and Eating Gumbo, Jambalaya, and More

1.Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,000 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $43Our pick

Creole cooking demo in a 19th-century warehouse with gumbo, jambalaya, etouffee, pralines and more, plus drinks and take-home recipes.

“The chef was very good about explaining what she was doing and gave some New Orleans history. It is worth the money.”

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New Orleans Hands-On Cooking Class with Meal

New Orleans Hands-On Cooking Class with Meal - The French Quarter stop: a quick New Orleans link to what you cooked

2.Hands-On Cooking Class with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,183 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $162

Hands-on New Orleans cooking class for up to 10. Cook gumbo, jambalaya or grits, plus dessert, then eat with wine or Abita beer.

“Wonderful experience. Our Chef Ricardo was very attentive and knowledgeable. The menu was fun and delicious.”

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New Orleans: Cajun and Creole Cooking Class

New Orleans: Cajun and Creole Cooking Class - Inside the early-1800s molasses warehouse and the Joe’s Stuff shop

3.Cajun and Creole Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 730 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $40Best value

Watch Cajun and Creole classics come to life in a French Quarter molasses warehouse, then eat a big lunch with recipes to take home.

“This was our time doing a cooking class. They are so fun and the is delicious.”

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Hands-on Cajun Roux Cooking Class in New Orleans

Hands-on Cajun Roux Cooking Class in New Orleans - Dark Roux Gumbo: What You’re Really Learning

4.Hands-on Cajun Roux Cooking Class in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 356 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163

Cook classic New Orleans roux-based dishes from scratch: gumbo, shrimp étouffée, and bananas foster, with wine or soda included.

“Learn the nuances of Cajun cooking in this class. Cam taught us lots of tricks to build flavor. He shared his knowledge of cooking and the local area with us. Cam went above and beyond to make sure our experience in New Orleans was wonderful.”

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Hands-on Cajun Traditions Cooking Class

Hands-on Cajun Traditions Cooking Class - The Chef Factor: Why Chef Mark, Raymond, David, Erika, and Preston Matter

5.Hands-on Cajun Traditions Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163

Cook three Cajun classics in New Orleans with a chef, then eat what you make. Small group class lasts about 3 hours.

“We had a great time and learned to cook some delicious food. It was very hands on, which is what we were hoping for. Raymond made the whole experience a lot of fun.”

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New Orleans Cooking Class and Cocktail Walking Tour

New Orleans Cooking Class and Cocktail Walking Tour - The New Orleans School of Cooking: what you’re actually learning

6.Cooking Class and Cocktail Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 109 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $105

A French Quarter cooking demo and cocktail walk with gumbo, jambalaya, pralines, plus three classic cocktails including a Sazerac.

“The cooking demonstration with Dianne was awesome! She not only explained how to make the dishes but gave historical information along the way. The food was delicious and plentiful! Look forward to trying recipes at home. Cocktail walking tour was equally amazing. Val was not only friendly but very knowledgeable and personable. We thoroughly enjoyed her company, conversation, and expertise regarding NOLA and cocktail history. We truly enjoyed our afternoon tour. 5 stars to Dianne and Val!”

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New Orleans Small-Group Food Walking Tour and Cooking Class

New Orleans Small-Group Food Walking Tour and Cooking Class - What You’ll Sample: The Menu That Sets Expectations

7.Small-Group Food Walking Tour and Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $108

Small-group French Quarter food walk plus cooking demo at New Orleans School of Cooking, with 6–7 tastings and lunch-size dishes.

“Russell super knowledgeable and fun. He made sure everyone was having a good time and answered questions. Food was great!”

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Voodoo Doll Class in New Orleans

Voodoo Doll Class in New Orleans - Andersen’s Intro: history, intention, and a more respectful take

8.Voodoo Doll Class in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Make a voodoo doll in 2 hours on Toulouse Street, learn New Orleans traditions with Andersen, snack included, and take your doll home.

“Andersen gave an amazing talk before we started about the history of the dolls that was fascinating. Very laid back VERY fun experience!”

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Sip History in the Crescent City Cocktail Making Class

Sip History in the Crescent City Cocktail Making Class - Meet Tommy Alchemy and the vibe you’ll feel fast

9.Sip History in the Crescent City Cocktail Making Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · from $67

Sip history in a Crescent City speakeasy: learn classic cocktail techniques, make your own drink, and enjoy 3 cocktails plus snacks in 2 hours.

“I had the pleasure of taking a cocktail class with Tommy, and it was an absolutely excellent experience! From the start, his passion for mixology and his deep knowledge of crafted cocktails shined through. He not only demonstrated each sRead more”

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New Orleans: Cooking Class & Cocktail Walking Tour

New Orleans: Cooking Class & Cocktail Walking Tour - What You Learn at the Demo Kitchen (And What You Actually Eat)

10.Cooking Class & Cocktail Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 16 reviews · 4 hours · from $105

A 4-hour New Orleans cooking class plus French Quarter cocktail walking tour, with two drinks included and recipes you can take home.

“we had a great time during the demonstration cooking class and then the following historic cocktail tour. I found our tour guide to be very knowledgeable and very pleasant and she made the experience very enjoyable. I would certainly recommend to friends. Kimberly did a great job”

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Private New Orleans Cajun Cooking Class with a Local Courtland

Private New Orleans Cajun Cooking Class with a Local Courtland - The 3-Hour Flow: A Relaxed Schedule Built Around Cooking for Real

11.Private New Orleans Cajun Cooking Class with a Local Courtland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $64

Private Cajun cooking in Courtland’s New Orleans home. Cook three dishes, learn Cajun techniques and Cajun vs Creole, then eat with drinks.

“Not knowing exactly what to expect… we were greeted as if we were long lost friends… Courtland delivered an amazing meal while showing us around the property… from fresh grown vegetables and herbs from his garden to the family heirloom cookware he used… every detail was thought out and executed perfectly… I highly recommend this one of a kind experience and will definitely do it again!!!”

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New Orleans: Food Walking Tour & Cooking Class Experience

New Orleans: Food Walking Tour & Cooking Class Experience - The 3-hour food walk: how the tastings teach the city

13.Food Walking Tour & Cooking Class Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 5h 30m · from $127

French Quarter tastings plus a cooking demo class at New Orleans Cooking School, with recipes and lunch.

“Susan was super knowledgeable! We are goodies and familiar with the NOLA food scene. But she gave great suggestions on places to go! She was so fun and informative. We learned so much and had fun!”

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New Orleans: Hands-on Cajun Roux Cooking Class

New Orleans: Hands-on Cajun Roux Cooking Class - The 3 Dishes You’ll Cook (And Why They Matter in New Orleans)

14.Hands-on Cajun Roux Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 3 hours · from $157

Hands-on Cajun roux cooking class in New Orleans French Quarter. Make gumbo, shrimp étouffée, bananas foster, plus wine and beer.

“This was an awesome experience! Everyone at the New Orleans Cooking School were so nice and welcoming, it was like they were welcoming us into their home! Chef Raymond is so enthusiastic about cooking, you can’t help but get excited. Rocking out to music while whipping up a roux really makes you feel like you’re in your own kitchen with friends. This cooking class is a must do if you’re looking for a fun and unique experience in the Quarter. And come hungry!”

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New Orleans Courtyard Cocktails: Happy Hour Mixology Class

New Orleans Courtyard Cocktails: Happy Hour Mixology Class - Pimm’s Cup First: A Smooth Welcome Drink for Beginners and Sippers

15.Courtyard Cocktails: Happy Hour Mixology Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115

A 90-minute happy hour mixology class in New Orleans making Pimm’s Cup, Sazerac, and a seasonal surprise with snacks and recipes.

“Happy hour was so much fun! We’ve been to New Orleans a lot, but this was a new experience. The staff were amazing! Highly recommend!”

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