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Explore your culinary talents at The Osthoff Resort Cooking School. Located within The Osthoff Resort & Spa, our school offers an array of cooking classes, ranging from gourmet cuisine to baking workshops. With state-of-the-art kitchen facilities and the knowledge of our expert Chef Rodney, you'll elevate your culinary skills while enjoying your tasteful creations. Join us for a delightful and delicious culinary adventure!

Chef Rodney

Rodney Schulz
Cooking Instructor

We are thrilled to offer the opportunity for private classes at The Osthoff Resort’s Cooking School, exclusively tailored to groups of a minimum of 10 people.

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Holiday Pies & Tarts

November 22 - 11 AM-2 PM 

Students will prepare an assortment of festive pies and holiday tarts. Enjoy this class of hands on learning and festive fun!

  • Caramel Apple Pie
  • Pecan Tart
  • Pumpkin Pie
  • Almond Apricot Tart
  • Discussion of Pate Brisee and Pate Sucre

$69 per person

Cooking class

Beef Wellington | SOLD OUT

November 29 - 4:30-7:30 PM 

Students will prepare Beef Wellington, Bordelaise Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, and Haricot Vert. Students can expect a hands on experiences, chef facilitated learning, and an enjoyable meal. A glass of wine or beer will be offered.

  • Mash Potatoes
  • Haricot Vert

$79 per person

 

Searing Scallops

Searing Scallops

December 6 - 4:30-7:30 PM

Students will prepare seared scallops with brown butter sauce, pea puree, and mushroom and butternut squash risotto. Students can expect hands-on experiences, chef facilitated learning, and an enjoyable meal. A glass of wine or beer will be offered.

  • Scallops with Brown Butter
  • Risotto (Mushroom and Butternut Squash)
  • Winter Kale and Bacon

$79 per person

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Holiday Cookie Bake & Exchange

December 11 - 11 AM-2 PM 

Students will prepare a variety of cookies for the season. Cookie exchange between students will take place. Students can expect hands-on experiences, chef facilitated learning, and some enjoyable cookies. A glass of wine or beer will be offered.

  • Variety of Holiday-inspired Cookies for Exchange... Sugar, Gingerbread, Anise

$69 per person

Holiday feast cooking class

Holiday Feast | SOLD OUT

December 13 - 4:30-7:30 PM 

Students will make the perfect Holiday Feast! Students will learn how to make Holiday favorites. Students can expect hands-on experiences, chef facilitated learning, and an enjoyable meal. A glass of wine or beer will be offered

  • Prime Rib with Au Jus
  • Horseradish Sauce
  • Popovers
  • Potato Herb Croquettes

$79 per person

holiday christmas cookie baking

Holiday Cookie Bake & Exchange

December 20 - 11 AM-2 PM 

Students will prepare a variety of cookies for the season. Cookie exchange between students will take place. Students can expect hands-on experiences, chef facilitated learning, and some enjoyable cookies. A glass of wine or beer will be offered.

  • Variety of Holiday-inspired Cookies for Exchange... Sugar, Gingerbread, Anise

$69 per person

 

mushroom pasta

Pasta Making II

January 3 - 4:30-7:30 PM

Students will prepare pasta dough from scratch and roll out the dough into various shapes and flavors. Students can expect hands on experiences, chef facilitated learning, and an enjoyable meal. A glass of wine or beer will be offered with some Italian-style bread.

  • Brown Butter Sauce with Mushroom Ravioli
  • Lemon Asparagus Linguine
  • Seared Salmon

$69 per person

Guests can participate in a Mexican cooking class at The Osthoff Resort, preparing traditional dishes together.

Mexican Night

January 10 - 4:30-7 PM 

  • Mahi Mahi Tacos
  • Mexican Rice
  • Pico de Gallo
  • Chips and Guacamole

$79 per person

Italian Cooking

Italian Night

January 17 - 4:30-7 PM 

  • Chicken Marsala
  • Asparagus Risotto
  • Zabaglione

$69 per person

Guests can enjoy a winter cooking class, preparing hearty chili con carne, creamy chicken gnocchi soup, and velvety butternut squash bisque.

Winter Soups

January 24 - 4:30-7 PM

  • Chili Con Carne
  • Chicken Gnocchi Soup
  • Butternut Squash Bisque

$69 per person

A rich French Boeuf Bourguignon served in a rustic dish, garnished with fresh herbs.

Boeuf Bourguignon

February 7 - 4:30-7 PM 

  • Classic Boeuf Bourguignon
  • Smash Potatoes
  • Side Vegetable

$89 per person

Guests participate in a Louisiana-style cooking class, preparing jambalaya, shrimp and grits, and powdered sugar beignets.

Louisiana-Style Cooking (Mardi Gras)

February 17 - 5:30-7:30 PM 

  • Jambalaya
  • Shrimp
  • Grits
  • Beignets

$69 per person

Guests participate in a Louisiana-style cooking class, preparing jambalaya, shrimp and grits, and powdered sugar beignets.

Louisiana-Style Cooking

February 21 - 4:30-7 PM

  • Jambalaya
  • Shrimp
  • Grits
  • Beignets

$69 per person

Guests rolling fresh pasta and preparing dishes including Bolognese, creamy Fettuccini Alfredo, and Agnolotti with marinara sauce.

Pasta Making I

February 28 - 4:30-7 PM 

  • Bolognese
  • Fettuccini Alfredo
  • Agnolotti with Marinara

$69 per person

Guests prepare fresh pasta dishes including salmon and asparagus linguine and mushroom ravioli with sage brown butter.

Pasta Making II

March 7 - 4:30-7 PM 

  • Salmon and Asparagus Linguine
  • Mushroom Ravioli with Sage and Brown Butter

$69 per person

Private Cooking Classes

We are thrilled to offer the opportunity for private classes at The Osthoff Resort’s Cooking School, exclusively tailored to groups of a minimum of 10 people. Prices range from $49.99 to $99.99 per person. Gather your family, friends, or colleagues for a unique culinary adventure that combines learning, teamwork, and, of course, mouthwatering meals. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, organizing a team building event, or simply craving an exceptional culinary experience, our private classes provide the perfect blend of education and entertainment.

To inquire about booking a private class with a minimum of 10 people, please contact our dedicated team at 920-876-5830 or inquire below. We look forward to creating an unforgettable culinary experience for you and your group at The Osthoff Resort’s Cooking School.

"I just wanted to express how thankful we were for your services this past weekend! It was such a special night! Our party enjoyed the cooking class SO much and we had so much fun! Rodd was upbeat, knowledgeable, and accommodating! He MADE our weekend! The food was delicious, the kitchen was clean, and every little touch was noticed!"

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