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What’s on the Menu:

• Mustard-Braised Chicken with Tarragon
• Puy Lentil Salad with Roquefort
• Arugula and Fennel Salad with Lemon-Anchovy Vinaigrette
• Gâteau au Yaourt (French Yogurt Cake) with Crème Fraîche and Berries

Creamy roquefort cheese. Tart, bright mustards. Bold vinaigrettes. Subtly sweet cakes. These are the French flavors we love at Milk Street. But too often, French dishes lack the contrast and boldness we seek, ending up overly rich and indulgent instead. Join us in-person at Milk Street for a hands-on cooking class where you’ll learn how we handle the particular challenges of classic French cooking. Our menu is based on essential bistro classics, but every dish has been carefully reimagined by the Milk Street team to ensure they come out perfectly even when you don’t have the luxury of sublime produce and cheeses from a French farmers market. That means we’ll be pickling shallots, mixing mustards, poaching garlic, seeking smart dairy substitutions, using strategic cuts of meat and taste-testing almost every ingredient. Whether you’re a die-hard culinary Francophile or have been feeling bewildered by bland French fare, this class is for you.

At this hands-on class, you’ll work in pairs at fully equipped cooking stations with the guidance of your lead instructor. In addition to hands-on cooking, the class will include demonstrations, tasting and discussion. We conclude with a sit-down, family-style meal with complimentary beverages—including our favorite French wines, of course—and dessert. Come with take-home containers: there are usually leftovers!

About your instructor: Laura Jarvis is one of the culinary instructors at Milk Street. She is the chef and owner of Rose and Fig Culinary, where she creates thoughtful, home-cooked meals for Boston-area families. After honing her skills at several of Boston’s respected restaurants and institutions, she found her true calling in personal cheffing. For the past eight years, she has brought restaurant-quality food into homes, focusing on seasonal ingredients, comfort, and connection around the table.

Other questions? Reach out to us at cookingschool@177milkstreet.com if you don't see an answer to your question in the FAQs below.

Our hands-on cooking classes are capped at 14 attendees. Students work in pairs of two at fully equipped stations. Each attendee requires their own ticket. Please note that Milk Street is not an allergen-free space; if you have a severe allergy, please get in touch before registering to understand if this event is a good fit for you.

FAQs

Is this an in-person event?

Yes. This event will take place in person at our location at 177 Milk Street in Boston. Expect plenty of hands-on cooking - not just a demonstration! If you are looking for a livestream cooking class, you can find our upcoming virtual class calendar here.

The entrance to our school is directly across from 49 India Street. Our entrance doors have two bowties on them.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Parking garages:

• Boston Harbor Garage (known as the Aquarium Garage)
• 75 State Street

Trains:

• Aquarium stop on the Blue Line
• State Street on Blue and Orange Line
• Government Center on the Blue and Green Lines
• Haymarket on the Orange and Green Lines, and multiple bus lines

Bus Lines:

• 4, 92, 93, 352, 354

Is my registration ticket refundable?

No. We do not offer refunds for in-person registrations. However, your ticket is fully transferable to another person for this event on these dates. You are responsible for finding someone to use your ticket, arranging reimbursement, and for sending us the new attendee's full name, contact information, and any special dietary requests.

Is a meal included?

Yes. In addition to a snack midway through class, you will sit down to a full dinner, served family-style, at about 6:45 pm.

I have an allergy or dietary restriction. Can I still come?

We work hard to accommodate as many allergies and dietary needs as possible. You are welcome to write us at cookingschool@177milkstreet.com to get more detailed information on whether this event is a good fit for you. This class can easily be adapted for gluten-free, nut-free and soy-free diets.

Are children allowed?

Children 11-17 are allowed to participate if they attend and cook with an adult parent or guardian. The minor and the adult must each have a ticket to the class.

How many people does one ticket cover?

One ticket covers one attendee.

How early do I need to arrive?

You are welcome and encouraged to arrive up to 15 minutes before the event begins.

I'm an Insider. Do I get a discount to the in-person classes?

Yes! Insiders get 15% off their ticket. To access your discount, please send a message to cookingschool@177milkstreet.com.

This date doesn't work for me. Will this class be offered again soon?

We offer in-person events on a limited basis. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that this class will be offered again soon.

Where can I contact the organizer with further questions?

Write to us with any other questions at cookingschool@177milkstreet.com.