The Fig Cooking School

My husband and I and our two friends participated in a cooking class at the Fig Cooking School last Thursday, June 7, 2018. This was something we have been wanting to do for a very long time and finally had the opportunity. The class far exceeded our expectations. We arrived 15 minutes prior to the start time, signed in and were given our aprons, water and a very nice welcome! There were 18 in our group, which is a very large group, but Heidi and her staff facilitated the event with ease, professionalism, providing a very laid back, relaxing atmosphere! Heidi explained why she used every ingredient and where the ingredients can be purchased and explained her cooking techniques every step of the way. For instance, our class made Fried Chicken, Corn Bread and Cucumber Salad. She used a Cast Iron Skillet to make the Fried Chicken and the Corn Bread. Using the Cast Iron Skillet is definitely the key to making great Fried Chicken and Corn Bread. When we were done with the lesson, everyone sat down together and we were served our meal by Heidi and her Staff. We got to sit and talk with everyone and Heidi even sat down with us after the meal was done to get our feedback on the lesson and the meal. It was such a great overall experience!! We will definitely attend another class. Actually there were people there that have been several times already, which speaks volumes to the experience. There were Mother/Daughters, Friends, Husbands and Wives and even a mother who came by herself. It was a great mix of people. If you thinking about signing up for one of Heidi's classes, please don't hesitate; you will NOT be disappointed!! Thank you to Heidi to you and your staff for making our evening so memorable and enjoyable. GREAT JOB!!! Pam & Joe Skorupski

We recently attended their Southern Comfort class and it was incredible!! Can't say enough good things about the experience we had. It's super informative and the small group setting allows you to be as hands on as you'd like. We really enjoyed that you got to see the entire process from start to finish, and the food was worth all the time and energy. The fried chicken was insanely good and paired perfectly well with the cucumber salad. The real surprise was the Jack Daniels chocolate pudding, it was delicious and a great way to end the meal. We can't wait to go back to try another one of their classes!

Oh my goodness! What a fun night out ending with a fabulous dinner!!! My husband and I first attended the French Bistro class at the Fig Cooking school this past summer to celebrate our 8th wedding anniversary. We had an absolutely amazing night cooking - learning handy recipes and techniques as well as some more elaborate dishes for special occasions. And, the dinner at the end was absolutely scrumptious. It was amazing because when we arrived at the Fig School, we were surrounded by strangers, but by the time we sat down to enjoy our meal, it felt like an intimate dinner with our closest friends. During the meal Heidi, the owner who is an absolute delight, goes around the room and asks each participant what their favorite part of the night was and you struggle to pick just one thing. From the incredible recipes to the cooking tips and tricks, the entire night is just an amazing experience!

We were recently at the Fig Cooking School for a Parisian Winter Dinner cooking class. We were greeted warmly and quickly joined in the convivial group that was assembling for the night. Heidi lead the class and had us all go around the room telling our name and a little about ourselves. The recipes, materials and veggies were laid out before us and class began. We all learned techniques and tips, got a chance to stir and mix as we went, and thoroughly enjoyed the class and each other’s company. At the end, we sat around two communal tables to enjoy the fruits of our labor. All-in-all it was a wonderful time and a wonderful cooking class. I learned a lot and am hoping I get to do it again.

If you’re on the fence about booking your first class here let me help you…. Book it. You will not regret a moment of the experience from top to bottom. The location was awesome parking was plentiful. The store front was so well designed and and beautiful to look at. The menu was amazing and instruction was easy to understand and fun! Staff was warm and helpful. Most importantly we were well fed and made great connections to other participants. 10/10 would recommend for any food/cooking fan. Don’t think just book.