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How about tickling your taste buds with new flavors or trying your hand at creating some delicious meals? Kitchen Social, in Fort Myers, may be just what you’re looking for, offering cooking classes each night of the week. Make it a date night with your spouse, go with friends for a social outing, or venture on your own – there’s seating for 20 participants per class.
My husband Bob and I have gone several times to these hands-on meal preparation classes in a kitchen “just like home.” Classes are limited to 20 students, each (or couples) are situated at their own cooking station where food is prepped and upon completion you sit back and enjoy your feast.
Our first experience was an introduction to Thai cuisine, and we were accompanied by our sister and brother-in-law who were visiting from Wisconsin. Not only did we learn to make a tasty meal, but we also enjoyed each other’s company doing something other than the typical visitor sightseeing.
On our next venture Bob and I tackled Beef Wellington. Admittedly, I had been a little intimidated about attempting this complicated looking meal, but all was made easier with the guidance of our chef/instructor leading us every step of the way. With some of the chef’s shared “tricks of the trade” and the “mystique” of the recipe unveiled, the challenge was met. Voila! – a sumptuous meal the prize! …And yes, we still prepare this recipe.
Each season we try to attend a class, having also taken a class on a Greek dish and Better with Bourbon. And many other tempting flavors await. I encourage you to give this experience a try as a social outing or as a solo adventure. Everyone is there for similar reasons: learning, eating your prepared meal and socializing. Have fun – your taste buds will thank you. Bon Appetit!
