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If you’ve been to the North End, Boston’s Italian district, you’ll already know that their food is phenomenal, and their tastes are out of this world. If these are tastes you’re chasing, take one of our cooking classes – Chef John Peredina will be your guide, and you know it’ll be a great journey to learn how to make delicious Italian dishes and tiramisu.

If this sounds like the sort of culinary experience that whets your whistle, join our cooking class and dinner experience in downtown Boston, where you’ll learn how to cook several dishes over the course of the evening, with delicious favorites such as:

• The classic and traditional Italian salad, which will become more flavorful when set within a cheese basket made of salty, delicious Parmesan
• Fresh, chewy mozzarella cheese, stretched as perfectly as possible and hand-shaped into gorgeous balls
• Dishes of some of your favorite homemade pasta types – such as ravioli, tortellini, and fettuccine – that will pair with sauces and fillings bursting with flavor until you’ll want to lick your plate
• Authentic creamy mushroom chicken marsala 
• An unforgettable tiramisu (that will steal the show and round out the evening!) that you’ll make with your own two hands. You’ll combine the espresso-soaked ladyfinger cookies with an airy and light mascarpone cheese to combat the mature taste of the espresso with something lighter

This cooking class will go down in the history books as an unforgettable masterpiece, and it will leave you with the skills you’ll need to recreate these dishes later, in the comfort of your own home. Wow and awe anyone who questions your cooking abilities and keep your loved ones full to bursting.

Want to share your Italian Cooking Class experience?! Give a Selfup Cooking Class Gift Card to Friends and Family and bring the whole group!

Learn to cook your favorite dumplings from scratch!

Ditch the white takeout boxes and streaming services for a fun night out making your favorite dumplings from scratch! Chef Gary is a Cape Cod native who has over 15 years of chef experience running four restaurants in the North End. He’s mastered his skills in several ethnic cuisines - including dim sum! In this social environment, conveniently located in downtown Boston, you’ll learn how to make all your favorite dim sum treats using traditional Chinese ingredients and utensils. Dumpling varieties include: 

• Dim Sum Style Dumplings filled with savory pork and tender veggies, either steamed or pan fried.

• Pot Stickers stuffed with your choice of mushrooms and chicken, shrimp, or pork and pan-fried.

• Jiaozi Dumplings, filled with chicken and vegetables. A specialty around Chinese New Year and considered very lucky!
  
  

 It’s impossible to eat all of these dumplings you’ve handcrafted and not have a great time. With friends and Chef Gary, we guarantee your Selfup experience will have you smiling - and dim sum!

Want to try our Asian Dumpling & Dim Sum Class with friends? Give them a Selfup Gift  Card to pair with your class!

Make fresh, homemade Tortillas to accompany classic Mexican dishes!

If you’re not planning on making a trip down to Mexico any time soon but are craving the savory flavors of traditional Mexican dishes, don’t sleep on our group cooking classes focused on tried and authentic Mexican cuisine. Our private chef will take you on a journey through time to learn about the origin of certain spices and dishes native to Mexico, which you will then prepare as a group in the kitchen and enjoy altogether over plenty of laughs with great company.

Our culinary expert will share his knowledge and exceptional culinary skills and teach you all you need to know and then some regarding traditional Mexican ingredients, utensils, complementary flavors, and dish arrangement.

The unforgettably tasty dishes you will prepare during class include Corn and flour tortillas, Chicken Enchiladas, Chicken Mole, Fish Tacos, Pork Tamales, and churros with the perfect crunch. This assortment of menu items is curated to help you experience the abundance of flavors and textures that Mexican food offers.

A bit about the dishes you’ll be making:

Celebrating comes in many shapes and forms. One killer way to celebrate something–whether it be a milestone at your company, a worker appreciation outing, a high school reunion, an anniversary, a birthday, or just to be alive–is through our interactive cooking classes. At Selfup, we strive to offer a space where people can be themselves, learn to build stronger connections, and foster leadership skills.

Beginners, novices, and porches alike, we encourage you to try one of our private group cooking classes today! What better way to learn a new recipe?

Craving the rich foods of a traditional French Bistro but can’t make the trip across the pond? Chef John Peredina takes you on a fun-filled journey of the menu of a classic French Bistro without ever leaving downtown Boston. 

• You’ll start your Selfup cooking experience with the traditional Salade Niçoise - the go-to salad for summer. With crunchy lettuce, ripe tomatoes, potatoes, tuna, and soft-boiled eggs, it's full of flavor and texture.
  
  
• Your next course - the Filet au Poivre - is certain to spoil your taste buds with a spicy demi glace made from the filet drippings, Brandy, and green peppercorns. A prime cut of meat expertly paired with a sauce so delicious you’re sure to be sopping it up with a baguette makes an impeccable main course.
   
• The only dish that could follow a meal like this is the classic Creme Brûlée. You’ll learn how to recreate this flambeed tableside classic in your own kitchen! It’s the quintessential wind-down to an incredible meal.

This cooking class is a perfect romantic night out for couples, or a fun adventure for friends or coworkers. After your au revoir, you’ll be able to recreate these French Bistro classics in your own kitchen.

Want to do our French Bistro Class for an entire group? Give Selfup Gift Card to your friends this holiday!

Welcome to the ultimate pizza-making cooking class with Chef John Peredina! This class is perfect for anyone looking to learn how to make delicious pizzas while having a blast. Whether you're an individual or part of a group, you'll have a fantastic time while honing your cooking skills.

Chef John Peredina is an experienced and entertaining chef from Boston, who has spent years perfecting his pizza-making techniques. He'll share his knowledge and expertise with you, guiding you through the entire process of making a perfect pizza, from the dough to the toppings.

Our classes are held in downtown Boston, in a relaxed and welcoming environment that is perfect for learning and socializing. You'll get hands-on experience making your own pizza dough, selecting your toppings, and creating your own unique masterpiece.

The class is perfect for individuals who want to learn new cooking skills or groups looking for a fun and unique activity to do together. Whether you're with friends, family, or colleagues, our pizza-making class is an unforgettable experience that will bring everyone together.

Chef John Peredina will entertain you with his witty humor and engaging personality, making the class not only educational but also highly enjoyable. He'll provide tips and tricks for making perfect pizzas every time, while also sharing stories about his experiences in the culinary world.