Having cooked everywhere from Italy to New York City (including in Mario Batali's restaurant, Lupa), Chef Paulette Licitra loves nothing more than opening up her Bellevue home to teach cooking classes. Her hands-on classes focus on creating authentic and comforting dishes from all over Italy and the Mediterranean coast in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. All classes are $70 and can be registered for by email. Email:ChefPauletteMedia@gmail.com; chefpaulette.net
Upcoming Classes: Spring 2017 schedule will be emailed in March.
Every week the charismatic chefs from well-known Nashville catering team, The Chef & I, share stories, laughs, and recipes as they teach you how to create meals from all over the world. Each class focuses on a different influence and works with your particular skill set in a fun, educational setting. 6900 Lenox Village Dr, Suite 14, Nashville, TN 37211; 615-730-8496;thechefandicatering.com
Upcoming Classes: All 6-8 p.m. ($75) — Knife Skills, Mar 20; Italian Inspirations, Mar 21; Nashville Brunch, Mar 27; Late Night Snacks, Mar 28
The experts at Crema add to their lineup of high quality offerings with a selection of coffee focused classes. Whether it’s Espresso Theory you’re after or the Secrets of Latte Art — keep up with their always evolving (and quickly sold out) class schedule. 15 Hermitage Ave, Nashville, TN 37210; 615-255-8311;crema-coffee.com
The best thing about the Art Institute of Nashville’s GETCreative courses? No tests! Explore the creativity of culinary arts at one of their spring sessions taught by seasoned professionals. 100 Centerview Dr, Suite 250, Nashville, TN 37214-3439; 615-613-3528;artinstitutes.edu
Upcoming Classes: 30-Minute Meals, Mar 18 (8-10 a.m.) $100; Cooking with Kids, Mar 18 (1-5 p.m.) $60
Spice up your cooking the first and third Saturday of every month at the Nashville Farmer’s Market. Area chefs and cooks host an hour-long cooking demo of their favorite dishes using what's in season at the market. 123 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203; 615-242-8426;eventbrite.com
Chef Maneet Chauhan hosts a monthly guest chef series, Chauhan’s Perfect Pairs, welcoming notable guest chefs to prepare a special three-course menu for guests to enjoy. For each course, Chef Maneet and the guest chef choose an ingredient to prepare in two unique ways, focusing on the versatility of fresh and seasonal fare, resulting in six dishes to savor. 123 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203; 615-242-8426;eventbrite.com
Bringing her rich experience as a wine consultant and wine program developer, Robin Riddell Jones offers a few great crash courses. Each of the Raising the Glass experienes explores a distinct territory in Italy with a mix of history, climate, and tasting techniques. tavolawine.com
Upcoming Classes: White Burgundy, Mar 20 (5:30-7) $60
Whether you're new to the kitchen or just want to hone your culinary skills, Salud! Cooking School at Whole Foods offers a variety of hands-on classes for every skill level. Lead by the school's in-house instructors as well as some of Nashville's most exciting chefs, authors, and artisans, their courses range from basic knife skills to sushi making. 4021 Hillsboro Pk, Nashville, TN 37215; 615-440-5117;wholefoodsmarket.com
Upcoming Classes:
March
Girls' Night: Spa Brunch, Mar 17 (6-9 p.m.) $60; Couples Cook: Korean BBQ with Chef Laura Rodriguez, Mar 18 (6-9 p.m.) $60; Brownie Workshop, Mar 22 (6-9 p.m.) $60; Vegetarian Indian Feast, Mar 23 (6-9 p.m.) $60; Wine 101: France, Mar 24 (6:30-8:30 p.m.) $45; Couples Cook: Italian Classics, Mar 25 (6-9 p.m.) $120/couple; Dinner on Bourbon Street, Mar 30 (6-9 p.m.) $60; Couples Cook: Pizza with the Bread Doctor, Mar 31 (6-9 p.m.) $120/couple
April
Chef Deb Paquette, Ap 3 (6-8:30 p.m.) $65; Springtime in Paris, Ap 5 (6-9 p.m.) $60; Recipes from Nashville's Favorite Restaurants, Ap 6 (6-8 p.m.) $40; Making a Classic Baguette, Ap 8 (6-9 p.m.) $60; Couples Cook: Surf & Turf, Ap 8 (6-9 p.m.) $130/couple; Springtime Baby Cakes, Ap 10 (6-9 p.m.) $60; The Wines of Jerez, Ap 14 (6:30-7:30 p.m.) $25; Couples Cook: Normandy, Ap 15 (6-9 p.m.) $120/couple; Italian Cooking with Chef Paulette Licitra, Ap 18 (6-9 p.m.) $65; Sheet Pan Meals, Ap 20 (6-9 p.m.) $60; Wine & Cheese Pairing, Ap 22 (6:30-8:30 p.m.) $55; Elegant Tailgating, Ap 26 (6:30-8:30 p.m.) $50; Taste of India, Ap 27 (6-9 p.m.) $60; Organic & Biodynamic Wines, Ap 28 (6:30-7:30 p.m.) $25; Couples Cook: Morocco, Ap 29 (6-9 p.m.) $120/couple
Now in its 24th year, the University School of Nashville connects the community to unique learning opportunities through their Evening Classes. The program is a fundraiser for the school and all instructors donate their time, talent, and expertise. Drawing on the wealth of culinary talent in town, local chefs, cooks and critics share their knowledge typically in a private home setting. 2000 Edgehill Ave, Nashville, TN 37212; 615-321-8019;eveningclasses.org
Wild Honey serves up a series of classes and summer camps designed to nurture the love of cooking in girls ages 6-12. The non-profit helps to fund nutrition and cooking classes for children of lower income families and at-risk youth, as well as contributing to local food banks. South Nashville;facebook.com/wildhoneyculinarycamp
The Williams-Sonoma located inside the Mall at Green Hills offers free junior chef classes for kids and complimentary technique classes for grown-ups. Trained associates and culinary specialists lead the cooking classes and in-store demonstrations. Bonus: you get a discount on anything you purchase that day! 2126 Abbot Martin Rd, Nashville, TN 37215; 615-292-5066; williams-sonoma.com
Upcoming Classes: Cookbook Club: Cookbook Club: Food, Health and Happiness by Oprah Winfrey, Mar 22 (Time: TBD) $75 (includes book)
City Winery’s beverage director and lead sommelier, Jenelle Engleson, is making the most of Girl Scout cookie season with a wine pairing session featuring four of the most popular flavors. The urban winery also offers a host of other educational wine nights throughout the spring. 609 Lafayette St, Nashville, TN 37203; 615-324-1010; citywinery.com
Upcoming Classes: Girl Scout Cookies & Wine Pairing Party, Mar 28 (6-8 p.m.) $35; Wines Bootcampt 104: Sparkling & Fortified Wine, Ap 12 (6-7 p.m.) $35
Travel the world without leaving city limits at one of Salt & Vine’s wine tasting sessions. Sample a diverse selection of wines from across the globe curated by the experts. 4001 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, TN 37209; 615-800-8517;saltandvinenashville.com
Upcoming Classes: Exploring the Wines of Austria, Mar 22 (5:30 p.m.) $45
