Name: French Quarter Cooking Studio - Gumbo, Chicken Creole and Pralines
Brand: TripShock
SKU: 2005
Price: 38 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (4 reviews)

Cooking Classes

Welcome to The New Orleans School of Cooking where food, fun and folklore are all on the menu! Our entertaining cooking demonstrations are located in a renovated molasses warehouse built in the early 1800s in the heart of the French Quarter. Our Creole/Cajun experts teach New Orleans specialties such as Gumbo, Chicken Creole and Pralines, and season them with history, trivia and tall tales. We teach the basics of Louisiana Cooking in a way guests will never forget. It’s a “ga-ron-teed” good time for all. Our max capacity is 68 so be sure to book soon!

French Quarter Cooking Studio - Gumbo, Chicken Creole and Pralines

How to Redeem:
Print off this ticket or show the confirmation details from a mobile device for entry. Please have a valid ID to confirm the order if needed. It’s highly encouraged that guests confirm the reservation at least 24 hours in advance. 
Parking:
Street parking available for a fee. The New Orleans School of Cooking is within walking distance from most major hotels in downtown New Orleans. 
Departure Details:
Experience is located at 524 St Louis Street, New Orleans, LA. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled activity time to check in.
Gratuities:
Although not required, it is appreciated and encouraged to tip the instructor 15-20%

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French Quarter Cooking Studio - Gumbo, Chicken Creole and Pralines

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Welcome to The New Orleans School of Cooking where food, fun and folklore are all on the menu! Our entertaining cooking...

This was a great experience. We loved everyone at The New Orleans School of Cooking. Their hospitality was amazing. The food was absolutely delicious. Will do it again!

Fun, Fun, Fun

Pat was our host and she made the day her stories of the history of New Orleans laid the foundations for the food. I have never tasted Gumbo as Pat cooked it and her technique I will try out

Cooking Studio

Can hardly wait to go back and take another class! The instructor, Pat, wove a perfect tapestry with the history of New Orleans and techniques of Creole and Cajun cooking.  Of course,the icing on the cake was the opportunity to eat everything that was made!  Make sure you go with a healthy appetite! You won't be disappointed!

Incredible experience in New Orleans!

New Orleans School of Cooking

New Orleans

The New Orleans School of Cooking is a place where food, fun, and folklore are all on the menu! The authentic cooking demonstrations are entertaining and  incredibly delicious! Located in a renovated molasses warehouse built in the early 1800's in the heart of the French Quarter, these Creole and Cajun experts teach New Orleans specialties such as Gumbo, Jambalaya, Bread Pudding, and Pralines. The entire experience is well seasoned with history, trivia, and tall tales!

French Quarter Cooking Studio - Gumbo, Jambalaya, Bread Pudding & Pralines

The New Orleans School of Cooking is a place where food, fun, and folklore are all on the menu! The authentic cooking...

Chef Rene was a great instructor for the demonstration cooking class.  Funny, historically informative and of course his jambalaya, gumbo, bread pudding and pralines were amazing!

Exquisitely Delicious

Pat, our chef for the experience was delightful. She was entertaining and gave great history of the area. She was conversational and it wasn't like she was following a script. The food was delicious and she made us all confident that we could make the recipes at home! The best part of our New Orleans trip!

Amazing Experience!

Very interesting, informative and delicious. Loved it and enjoyed shopping in the general store. Thanks.

Gumbo and Jambalaya demo

The New Orleans School of Cooking is regarded worldwide as one of the top culinary travel experiences available. Located in a 1800s molasses warehouse in the heart of the French Quarter, the food, fun, and folklore of NOLA's famous cuisine come to life right before guest's eyes. Expert chefs will prepare a full meal consisting of Creole and Cajun classics like Crab Bisque and Chicken Etouffee, both seasoned with history, trivia, and tall tales. Complimentary local beer, Abita Amber, is available for all travelers 21+. This activity sells out fast, so book now to guarantee a seat at the table.

French Quarter Cooking Studio - Crab Bisque & Chicken Etouffee

The New Orleans School of Cooking is regarded worldwide as one of the top culinary travel experiences available. Located...

The hospitality was great. I learned a lot in that short timeframe and the food was great.  Couldn't have asked for a better instructor. Thanks for everything!

Pure southern hospitality...

Fantastic Class- can’t wait to try and make this  delicious Crab Bisque.  We take a class every time we are here - we all love them.

Fantastic cooking class

Pat was an excellent instructor and the food was delicious.

Great experience

The New Orleans School of Cooking is where food, fun, and folklore are all on the menu! Creole/Cajun experts teach New Orleans specialties such as Gumbo, Jambalaya, and Pralines, and season them with history, trivia, and tall tales. Learn the basics of Louisiana Cooking in a way guests will never forget. It’s a “ga-ron-teed” good time for all!

New Orleans Food Demo - Gumbo, Jambalaya, and Pralines

The New Orleans School of Cooking is where food, fun, and folklore are all on the menu! Creole/Cajun experts teach New...

Anne was wonderful!  I would definitely recommend this to everyone! We

Cooking Demo

Chef Brandon was amazing, so funny, and so informative! My boyfriend and I had so much fun, and are so excited to go back to California knowing the roots of real gumbo! (And how to correctly make it!)

AMAZING

Brandon was a great 'teacher's.  He explained various options to prepare and cook Gumbo, Jambalaya & Pralines. He also included history of his LA upbringing, and background of the history of cooking in various regions of Southern Louisiana. Food was delicious and all had a good time.

Learned A Lot

Come taste the southern side of life in the state-of-the-art Rouses Culinary Innovation Center. Enjoy an educational and interactive Louisiana-style cooking class that will teach guests the basics of a Creole-style jambalaya, in addition to a creole okra starter and New Orleans' flaming bananas foster for dessert. Throughout the demonstration, guests will have fun learning about the history of Louisiana's traditional dishes. While the food is cooking, enjoy a private tour of the museum. After the tour, lunch is served. This is the cooking class guests have been searching for!

Creole Jambalaya Cooking Classes

Come taste the southern side of life in the state-of-the-art Rouses Culinary Innovation Center. Enjoy an educational and...

Southern Food and Beverage Museum & Museum of the American Cocktail

Indulge in the sweet and savory flavors of Cajun and Creole cuisine at The New Orleans School of Cooking with an award-winning cooking demonstration by expert chefs. Ranked worldwide as one of the top travel culinary experiences, this cooking demo features the food, fun, and folklore of true Louisiana Cooking. This particular demo features Gumbo, Red Beans and Rice (Louis Armstrong's favorite meal), and a classic Pecan Pie for dessert. In addition to a demo, and a full 3-course meal, guests will love the history, trivia, and tall tales provided to travelers by a personal chef. This activity does sell out fast, so book now to guarantee seating at the table.

New Orleans Food Demo - Gumbo, Red Beans & Rice,  Pecan Pie and Pralines

Indulge in the sweet and savory flavors of Cajun and Creole cuisine at The New Orleans School of Cooking with an...

They tips along with the class are very helpful.  Our cook was wonderful. I learned what I did wrong when I cooked my pie...and the plus was learning how to make Praleans.  Thanks much the Shaffers.

I can make Peacan pie..

The New Orleans School of Cooking is regarded worldwide as one of the top culinary travel experiences available. Located in a 1800s molasses warehouse in the heart of the French Quarter, the food, fun, and folklore of NOLA's famous cuisine comes to life right before your eyes. Expert chefs will prepare guests for a full meal consisting of Creole and Cajun classics like Shrimp Creole, Corn & Crab Bisque, and Bananas Foster, all seasoned with history, trivia, and tall tales. Complimentary local beer, Abita Amber, is available for all travelers ages 21 and up.This activity sells out fast, so book now to guarantee a seat at the table!

French Quarter Cooking Studio - Shrimp Creole, Corn & Crab Bisque, and Bananas Foster

My grandson and I had a great time. Harriett was funny and quite talented as a cook and teacher. Thank you for the wonderful food and experience.

Cooking class critic

Welcome to The New Orleans School of Cooking where food, fun and folklore are all on the menu! Our entertaining cooking demonstrations are located in a renovated molasses warehouse built in the early 1800s in the heart of the French Quarter. Our Creole/Cajun experts teach New Orleans specialties - Crawfish Etouffee, Shrimp & Artichoke Soup, and Pralines, and season them with history, trivia and tall tales.  We teach the basics of Louisiana Cooking in a way guests will never forget. It’s a “ga-ron-teed” good time for all. Our max capacity is 68 so be sure to book soon!

French Quarter Cooking Studio - Crawfish Etouffee, Shrimp & Artichoke Soup, and Pralines

I enjoyed the experience very much. Chef Michael not only showed us how to make three different delicious recipes, he gave an interesting history lesson about New Orleans and the people who settled it. It was fun and delicious.

Fun and informative cooking demonstration

This activity was a wonderful experience. The instructor was delightful and the food was delicious.

French Quarter Cooking Studio

We greatly enjoyed the tutorial and Anne's energy and stories. She is fabulous! We didn't expect to learn the history along with the food and were very entertained throughout! 

On a side note, if you want to take advantage of their gluten free option, make sure you remind everyone at every stage of the game and be prepared to sample other dishes. They are not the same as the menu items you saw prepared. If you have other allergies/sensitivities besides gluten, make sure they are discussed as well before booking. (I don't know if they can make other accommodations, but know in advance what to expect.)

Fabulous Class

Take a unique cooking class of the Creole-Italian variety and get a tour of the museum with this special, 2-for-1 offer with Southern Food & Beverage Museum. Fun fact: at one time there were more Sicilians in New Orleans than in any place other than Palermo. The cooking studio experience is an amazing chance to see how this group helped shape the food and tastes of New Orleans. This interactive demonstration with professional chefs will teach guests everything to know when impressing friends with some serious Creole-Italian skills!

Creole-Italian Cooking Studio with Southern Food & Beverage Museum

Take a unique cooking class of the Creole-Italian variety and get a tour of the museum with this special, 2-for-1 offer...

Loved it. We had a great time learning about the history of Sicilians in New Orleans. Liz was a wealth of knowledge and shared some very interesting facts while Jyl prepared a delicious Creole-Italian meal - my husband's favourite during our NOLA visit.

Pasta in New Orleans!

Taste the food, fun, and folklore of authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine at The New Orleans School of Cooking, ranked as one of the top culinary travel experiences worldwide! Expert chefs season the cooking demonstration with history, trivia, and tall tales, while cooking an authentic 3-course meal for guests to feast upon. This particular menu includes Crawfish Etouffee, Shrimp and Artichoke Soup, and Bread Pudding. This award-winning activity sells out fast, so book now to guarantee a seat at the table!

New Orleans Food Demo - Crawfish Etouffee, Shrimp & Artichoke Soup, and Bread Pudding

Taste the food, fun, and folklore of authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine at The New Orleans School of Cooking, ranked as...

Pat did an amazing job of sharing New Orleans rich history while teaching us the delicious dishes she made. Wonderful morning of food and fun!

Cooking Class- NO School of Cooking

Our chef Pat was just great, giving us great cooking tips as well as a history of New Orleans food culture. The whole experience was very enjoyable, including chatting with other guests at round tables. When you figure that you also get lunch, we felt it was a good value.

For me as a celiac (can't eat wheat/flour), the eating part was a bit unsatisfying. The 'dietary restriction' meal seemed to be the same for vegetarian or celiac. So I was served a veggie gumbo and a veggie creole sauce on rice. Meh. This is the only part of things that could be a lot better.

Loved this History of NOLA through Food Culture

Every year during our annual vacation, we book the 10:00 cooking school. Each year it is a different chef instructing. It is entertaining, educational, you get instruction sheets on how it is being made, then after watching the chef prepare it, you get to eat it!  You learn about local food tradition and history of the people that brought those food traditions into the area. I highly recommend this activity even if you don’t do the cooking in your household.

Great each time...

At the New Orleans School of Cooking, the food, fun, and folklore of Cajun and Creole cuisine come to life right before your eyes. Learn how to cook Gumbo, Jambalaya, and Bananas Foster properly by expert chefs who season the cooking demo with history, trivia, and tall tales. This experience is regarded as one of the top culinary travel experiences worldwide, and is a guaranteed good time for all. This award-winning activity typically sells out, so book now to guarantee a seat at the table!

New Orleans Food Demo - Gumbo, Jambalaya, & Bananas Foster

At the New Orleans School of Cooking, the food, fun, and folklore of Cajun and Creole cuisine come to life right before...

Gumbo Marie was so fun and informative!  I learned lots of tips and tricks and enjoyed some delicious food!  The jambalaya and bananas foster were my favorites.  What a great, relaxing time!

Fun and delicious!

Food was great, chef very informative and entertaining.

Cooking Class

This was a great experience. If you like to know about New Orleans and how to cook a few dishes as well as taste them too this is the place.

New Orleans cooking school demo

Royal Carriages is the premier carriage tour company in New Orleans and the History & Haunts Carriage Tour is a thrilling insider's view of the French Quarter after dark. With a knowledgeable and hospitable tour guide, guests will trot around the Quarter's streets hearing tales of ghosts and ghouls. What a wonderful way to see the town, learn a bit of history, and experience a one of a kind adventure.

History & Haunts Nighttime Carriage Tour

Royal Carriages is the premier carriage tour company in New Orleans and the History & Haunts Carriage Tour is a...

Our tour guide was Jonathon and our mule was Blondie.  They were both amazing!  We decided to splurge on the carriage ride and we are so happy that we did!  You can bring drinks and relax while you take the tour.  It was nice to take a break from walking and we got to see a lot of cool parts of the quarter that we wouldn't have otherwise seen.  JOnathon was very informative and a great story teller.  Our kids loved him! Would highly recommend!

Worth the Splurge

We really enjoyed the History & Haunts Nighttime Carriage Tour! Our tour guide, Shannon, & his mule, O'Reilly, did a great job. We arrived a few minutes early & were able to sit in the front seat of the carriage behind the tour guide which I think is the way to go. Shannon seemed to treat O'Reilly well which made me happy. He told us some really cool stories & I definitely learned some things & heard more details on parts of stories & lore I'd heard of already. Now that I'm back home I've been looking further into some of the stories he told via YouTube. Fascinating stuff. Highly recommend this tour through the fun & history filled French Quarter. Remember to tip your guide!

Fun Evening of History & Haunts!

It was great. Footloose gave us a good trip through the quarter. The stories were quite interesting!!! Fun thing to do for anyone!!

Haunted carriage ride

Royal Carriages

See New Orleans in a whole new way. City Sightseeing is the most convenient, fun, and affordable sightseeing tour around. Ride along on one of the classic red, double-decker, open-top buses with live guided commentary. You are free to exit the buses whenever and wherever, spending as much time as desired in your preferred locations. The tour route includes stops at all New Orleans’ top attractions, shops, and restaurants with discounts and deals all along the way, so don't miss the bus, hop on a New Orleans Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off Bus today!

New Orleans Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

See New Orleans in a whole new way. City Sightseeing is the most convenient, fun, and affordable sightseeing tour...

The tour was a great ways to see the city.  The guides were knowledgeable and a lot of fun.  We enjoyed our time in New Orleans and the bus tour contributed to that!

Really Good Time

The bus tour was great. The drivers and the narrators were friendly and humorous. It was a great learning experience.

Double Decker Hop on Hop off T

New Orleans Hop-On Hop Off.
Chris was the tour guide. He is great! Very Funny! And, very knowledgeable. He is the reason my husband and I will be back for another visit. So much to see and do. Thank you.

Hop On-Hop Off Tour

City Sightseeing New Orleans

Take a journey into the bayous and swamplands of south Louisiana on this incredible swamp tour! Located just 35 minutes south of downtown New Orleans, this is the perfect chance to see the beauty that Louisiana has to offer. From the comfort of a pontoon boat, discover an abundance of fantastic wildlife like alligators, blue herons, bald eagles, wild boars, and more. Uncover the secrets of the swamp, book an excursion today!

Adventures of Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

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Loved the swamp tour. Saw plenty of gators and our guide was well versed in the workings of the bayou. Highly recommend this experience.

Swamp Delicious

The pontoon captain was knowledgeable and fun. The ride through the swamps was relaxing and exciting. Totally recommend.

Fantastic, fun, relaxing

Are guide was entertaining knowledgeable took the time to show us the bayou, and even stopped many times to see the animals in there natural setting. Enjoyed the trip but next time will bring a blanket it was a little cold.

Awesome trip

Adventures of Jean Lafitte

Join a spine-tingling adventure through the haunted streets of the French Quarter, where New Orleans' spooky past comes alive. The city is infamous for its tales of voodoo, vampires, ghosts, and the French Quarter, and the 4-in-1 Ghost, Voodoo, Vampires & French Quarter Tour is the perfect way to experience it all. Your expert guide will show you the quickest routes around the Big Easy, saving you time and energy as you explore the eerie streets. Walk if you dare, through the beautiful yet haunting streets of the French Quarter on this unforgettable walking tour. Book ahead to secure your spot and prepare for an evening of spooky thrills!

4-in-1 Ghost, Voodoo, Vampires & French Quarter Tour

Join a spine-tingling adventure through the haunted streets of the French Quarter, where New Orleans' spooky past comes...

Chris did an amazing job on our tour! He was very knowledgeable and hilarious! Definitely a must!

Dartanya lead us thoroughly through the history on the French Quarter and was very insightful and entertaining.  She didn’t rush, encouraged questions and opened my eyes to a different perspective of the area and history.  I really enjoyed the tour and would recommend it to others.  Just bring water as it’s warm even at night.

Excellent guide

The tour was ok. Much of the information was made up or very general. Our guide made it fun and was entertaining. Not scary or historical at all if that’s what you’re looking for.

Vodoo Tour

Witches Brew Tours

Zoom through the bayous and marshlands on this airboat tour and make some Cajun memories to last a lifetime! Each tour varies according to the mood of the area's wildlife. You may see American alligators, bald eagles, raccoons, wild boars, turtles, snakes, and numerous bird species. Witness majestic live oak trees draped in mysterious Spanish moss, black willow trees, swamp red maples, wild iris, and spider lilies. While on the tour, your captain will tell the stories of the swamp and show you just how the locals live. By the end of the tour, you will be planning your next adventure!

Large Airboat Tour with Optional Transport From New Orleans

Zoom through the bayous and marshlands on this airboat tour and make some Cajun memories to last a lifetime! Each tour...

Saw 3 gators (a little one was as we were pulling out from the loading zone!) Our guide, Kenny was very entertaining (I was his mark to be roasted.......which I loved!) He also gave us the best tour he could while looking out for our safety. A storm cloud was brewing and we had to cut the trip short by 30 minutes so as not to get struck by lightning.

So much fun.

It was amazing experience. Totally do it again

Late night gator tour

My husband and I had a great time on the airboat alligator tour. Saw lots of gators and had a great tour guide!

Great Adventure

Ragin Cajun Airboat Tours

Immerse yourself in Louisiana's backcountry bayous and wetlands at the historical Manchac Swamp on this Swamp Tour with optional transportation from New Orleans. Venture where creatures of the swamp see boats daily and recognize them as part of the normal environment. As the boat drifts through the waterways guests will learn about the Louisiana wildlife in the swamp such as the American alligator, herons, eagles, wild boars, and more. Don't miss your chance to learn all about these critters, book your spot now!

Manchac Swamp Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

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Me and my family saw a bunch of gators and heard some cool stories about the history of the swamp. We also got to hold a baby’s gator and we had the best tour guide , Brandon. Would definitely recommend.

So much fun

This swamp tour was a part of our girls trip and it was worth ever penny. We had an absolute blast from the beginning to end. Thank you so much.

Wonderful Swamp Tour Experience

Great tour guide and fun excursion for all ages.  Highly recommend!

Gators Galore!

Cajun Pride Swamp Tours

Take a flight through history at the number 1 attraction in New Orleans and one of the Top 10 Museums worldwide, The National WWII Museum. This museum’s collection of artifacts, interactive exhibits, and moving personal stories convey the war’s epic story in a way that informs and inspires while educating today’s generations about the price of freedom and honoring those who gave so much to secure it. Soar to new heights with the 4-D film "Beyond All Boundaries" experience. Don't miss your chance to see this for yourself, book your spot today!

The National World War II Museum

Take a flight through history at the number 1 attraction in New Orleans and one of the Top 10 Museums worldwide, The...

Overwhelming...too much for 1 day.  Will need to visit again

WWII MUSEUM

Interactive and informative, the museum was amazing and way more than I had expected. 10/10 would recommend!

Incredible museum!

The WWII museum was the highlight of our New Orleans vacation.  The curators did an amazing job stepping you back in time and allowing you to experience   Events in a chronological fashion.  The impact of the war from the soldier to the effects of daily life for all citizens is on display.  The social missteps are also discussed and displayed.  

I hope to be back again.

Must Do for All

The National WWII Museum

Experience Oak Alley Plantation, a National Historic site built in 1839, and its beautiful grounds in all of their glory on this guided history and cultural tour through the mansion and grounds. From the moment you arrive, you are treated to the beauty of Oak Alley's quarter-mile-long alley of 28 live oak trees, each over 250 years old. The plantation has even been the setting for such motion pictures as "Interview with a Vampire" and "Primary Colors." Reserve your tour today and take in the plantation's beauty, history, and culture with an expert guide and get transportation to and from the French Quarter.

Oak Alley Plantation Guided Tour With Transportation From The French Quarter

Experience Oak Alley Plantation, a National Historic site built in 1839, and its beautiful grounds in all of their glory...

Overall our trip was Great.The bus driver was a tour guide so this made our ride to the Plantation fly by.
We learned so much about new Orleans from him.
So pleased that we took this tour..

Oak Alkey Plantation Tour

We enjoyed the trip!  It’s an excellent choice to get out of the madness with f the French Quarters!  The tour guy was excellent and knowledgeable.  He even showed us the other plantations around the area.

Oak Lane Experience

Oak Alley

Gray Line New Orleans

Come see where and how Mardi Gras is made! This is the only a tour that offers a real, behind-the-scenes look at the one and only Mardi Gras! The fantastical floats are handcrafted by NOLA artists all year long and are the highlight of the party during parade season. This hour-long tour allows visitors to take a sneak peek at the newest designs! Learn about what makes New Orleans famous: Mardi Gras! Book your spot today!

Mardi Gras World Admission & Self-Guided Tour With Complimentary Shuttle Transportation

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The tour was very informative. I loved seeing all of the hard work that goes into making the different parts for the finished product-which is the floats.

Tourist

Fascinating tour!  Educational video but best part was visiting the warehouse and seeing all the floats headed to their new float event. Highly recommend this tour

French Quarter Cooking Studio - Gumbo, Chicken Creole and Pralines

French Quarter Cooking Studio - Gumbo, Chicken Creole and Pralines

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