Homemade Pasta

$95pp

Learn how to make pasta the old fashioned way! Techniques will cover mixing and kneading the dough by hand. We will learn to make several types of pastas that will include fettuccine, pappardelle, and raviolis. While instruction will focus on pasta making, you will have a chance to sample several pasta dishes with a vodka cream sauce, roasted garlic marinara, & a basil butter sauce.  I will also show you how to store the rest of the freshly made pasta so that you can enjoy it during future meals.

Make Pizza Like a Pro!

$95pp

Learn the art of making pizza dough. We'll explore several gourmet pizza recipes starting with a Sicilian style pizza with a homemade basil marinara sauce and provolone cheese, followed by a Greek inspired recipe layered with feta, olives, tomatoes, spinach and sausage, and finishing with a non-traditional, but ever so delicious pizza made with a white bechamel sauce made from scratch and topped with walnut, blue cheese and figs.

Private cooking lessons are perfect for get-togethers with friends or cooking parties to celebrate a special event!  Book one of our proposed private cooking lessons or work with Chef Cyr to design a class that meets your specific interests.

Prices quoted below covers the costs of instruction, all supplies and ingredients. Don't see a class you are interested in?  No problem, we are happy to create a custom class just for you!

Booking minimums apply.  Prices do not include a 6% administrative fee.

Mastering Disaster 

$110pp

Even the best have off days and some recipes are just tricky. This class will focus on common errors in the kitchen, how to avoid them and techniques that can be used to correct them so that you can “save a meal” when things start to go wrong. Students will produce a 3 course meal that will be enjoyed at the end of the class.

Course Menu: Hard Cider Pumpkin Bisque with Cave Aged Cheddar   

Pan-seared Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potato & Apple Gratin, Caramelized Shallot Demi-Glace,

Local Pear& Maple Crumble with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

A Taste of Normandy

$120pp

Explore the rich gastronomy of France's region of Normandy which is known for its butter, cream, and cheese products, while learning some classic French cooking techniques.  The class ends with typical French meal served family style.

Course Menu: Mixed Baby Field Greens with Apple Cider Vinaigrette and Camembert Toast Points

Pan-seared Sea Scallops with Chanterelle Mushroom, Oxtail Risotto and White Truffle Oil

Spiced Apple Mille Feuille.

Join us in the kitchen and learn to cook with a professional chef.

Chef's Table

$135pp

Instruction covers advanced culinary techniques and recipes. Participants work with Chef Cyr to prepare a restaurant quality 3 course meal as they are introduced to advanced culinary techniques. Topics include: advanced knife skills, flavor development & sauces, time management, just to name a few.

Course Menu: Roasted Cauliflower & Turnip Bisque with Chestnut Crumble & White Truffle Oil

Peppercorn Crusted Sirloin Medallions, Fingerling Potatoes, Portabella Mushrooms & Oven Cured Roma Tomatoes

Chocolate Molten Lava Cake with Almond Ice Cream

Entertaining Made Easy

$105pp

Take a sumptuous four course dinner and turn it into small bites for a classy cocktail party. All items are prepared ahead so that you can enjoy your party with minimal effort during the event: some items can be served chilled and others are reheated just before serving. The class ends with a family style meal made of all the dishes prepared:

Course Menu: Golden Tomato Gazpacho Shooters

Chevre Stuffed Stone Fruit Wrapped in Prosciutto and Drizzled with a Marsala Syrup

Smoked Sea Salt Beef Skewers with a Goat Cheese Fondue

Game Hen Quesadilla's with Ancho Sour Cream & Guacamole 

Cooking Lessons

Kitchen Basics

$105pp

Instruction covers basic recipes and culinary techniques to get you started. Topics will include: basic knife skills, proper food temperatures, and how to stock your pantry with the basics. Participants will prepare a simple 3 course menu as they learn about kitchen basics and then enjoy the meal at the end of the class.

Course Menu: Baby Spinach Salad with Spiced Pecans, Vermont Chevre, Blackberries & Maple Chive Vinaigrette

Herb & Mustard Crusted Chicken, Fire Roasted Red Pepper & Mascarpone Polenta

Chocolate Bread Pudding & Caramelized Banana Brulee

We had a surprise cooking class in my home for a friends birthday and it was a big hit! Bistro at Home came in and set up the entire kitchen from table settings to stocking the fridge with food. Chef Ryan Cyr was very professional and was an excellent teacher but was also very personable and fun to have around!

-Nancy, Boston

New England Feast

$110pp

Experience New England’s rich culinary heritage and showcases local products. Students prepare 3 different seasonal New England based recipes and enjoy a simple family style meal at the end of the course. This class makes a great activity for entertaining out of town visitors or those who simply wish to learn more about local culinary trends.

Couse Menu: Mixed baby Greens with Roasted Pears, Blue Cheese Crumbles & Cranberry Champagne Vinaigrette

Yankee Pot Roast & Oven Roasted Root Vegetables

Local Apple & Cranberry Crisp with Maple Ice Cream