Classic Cut Series (Chocolate & Steak Obsession)

 This fun and decadently delicious class in our brand new Entertaining with Ease series focuses exclusively on your favorite ingredient. Our Chef and hostess with the mostess will teach you how to effortlessly make chocolate the star of the show in an amazing three course chocolate lover’s menu.

We’ll explore the different kinds of chocolate and share secrets for using them effectively in savory and sweet dishes. Discover the power of chocolate and see for yourself that entertaining and cooking with chocolate is easier than you think and even more delicious than you can imagine.

You will first be met with a reception wine and light appetizers. You'll have a striking view of our impressive open demonstration kitchen.

You'll don your apron roll up your sleeves and Chef will walk you through the preparations your meal while you enjoy a sip your wine.  Once you've completed your meal, you will sit down and enjoy it. You will also experience wines paired with the beautiful meal you've created. 

Throughout the evening you'll learn about the recipes, food preparation, and the behind the wines we pair with the meal.

All AWS cooking classes include an emphasis on wine, because that's who we are!  You can expect 2 different wines to sample during reception/cooking and two wines paired with your meal for a total of approximately 3+ glasses.  If you would like to add more wine to your experience you can taste 32 different wines in our Enomatics (wine dispensing system) or you can order wine by the glass or bottle.

Sample Menu:

• Baby Spinach Salad with Cocoa Roasted Pecans and White Chocolate Strawberry Vinaigrette
• Dark Chocolate Espresso Rubbed Ribeye Steaks
• Whipped Cream Potatoes
• Decadent Mixed Chocolate Chip brownies with Chocolate Raspberry Sauce & Dark Chocolate Drizzle
• And wines, expertly selected, to accompany your creations

Class will include:

• Hands-on cooking instruction by a professional
• Cooking techniques and entertaining ideas
• Light appetizers and wines to enjoy while cooking
• The meal you make and wines paired with it
• Delicious and easy recipes to make for friends and family