Become your own pitmaster as you learn proper techniques for grilling and barbecuing using both direct and indirect heat. In our varied Grilling and Barbecuing classes, discover how to create juicy, tender, flavorful cuts of meat and perfectly grilled fish, fruits and vegetables. Whether you’re a tailgate warrior, a backyard grillmeister – or jut enjoy the “Q” – these classes are for you. (Note: Grilling classes may be conducted either indoors or outdoors, depending upon the weather and the individual teaching kitchen facility. All recipes are adaptable and user-friendly for indoor/outdoor cooking. Contact your local Viking Cooking School for details.)
You can register for these classes in the following way(s):
Single class ($69.00-135.00)
1. Barbecue Basics, Fri 09/24
In our smokin’ hot barbecue boot camp, discover tried-and-true tips and techniques for preparing the grill, regulating the heat, smoking, grilling – and the dying art of low-and-slow, fork-tender barbecue. Cook like a pit master as you learn the basic principles for both indoor and outdoor barbecue; then, learn to prepare uniquely delicious, people-pleasing side dishes. Whether you’re a tailgate warrior, a backyard grillmeister – or just enjoy the “Q” – this class is for you.
SKILLS and TECHNIQUES Adding smoke flavor; preparing ribs; basting with a mop sauce; slow-cooking pork barbecue; making North Carolina-style vinegar sauce; marinating and grilling barbecued chicken; making a glaze; using a mandoline; cooking traditional barbecue side dishes with a contemporary twist; cooking in cast iron; making a classic dessert.
Grilling classes may be conducted either indoors or outdoors, depending upon the weather and the individual teaching kitchen facility. All recipes are adaptable and user-friendly for indoor/outdoor cooking. Consult your local store for details.
Fall-Off-The-Bone Baby-Back Ribs with Tangy Mop Sauce
Low-and-Slow Pulled Pork with Traditional Vinegar Sauce
2. BBQ Basics, Tue 10/26
Let our chefs get you “fired up” for barbecue season! In this comprehensive BBQ Basics, we will share the secrets to successful barbecuing and grilling including direct/indirect heat control, cooking by temperature, proper preparation, rubs, sauces and sides. Join us and become the master of your grill!
Grilling classes may be conducted either indoors or outdoors, depending upon the weather and the individual teaching kitchen facility. All recipes are adaptable and user-friendly for indoor/outdoor cooking. Consult your local store for details.
Pulled Pork
Baby Back Ribs; Grilled Tri-Tip
Grilled Tuna Steak
Potato Salad; Cole Slaw
Blueberry Cobbler
3. BBQ: Low and Slow, Mon 10/11
In our smokin' hot BBQ class, discover tried and true tips and techniques for preparing the grill, regulating the heat, smoking, grilling and dying art of low and slow, fork tender BBQ.
Pit Master's Fire and Spice Dry Rub
Real Deal Barbecued Chicken; Kentucky Bourbon Barbecue Glaze
Carolina Coleslaw, Luau Grill Beans
Cast Iron Skilled Bacon Cheese Grits
Sample Recipes: Fall off the Bone Baby Back Ribs with Tangy Mop Sauce; Low-and-Slow Pulled Pork; Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream
Bonus Recipe: Roasted Yukon Gold Potato Salad
4. Grilling Workshop, Tue 09/28
Become master of the grill as you learn professional techniques for smoking and grilling. Discover how to create juicy, tender, flavorful cuts of meat and perfectly grilled fruits and vegetables using both direct and indirect heat. Sign up today and take your grilling to a whole new level.
SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES Preparing the grill; making an entire meal on the grill; smoke-roasting; creating crusty grill marks; testing for doneness; using a dry rub and a mop sauce.
Grilling classes may be conducted either indoors or outdoors, depending upon the weather and the individual teaching kitchen facility. All recipes are adaptable and user-friendly for indoor/outdoor cooking. Consult your local store for details.
Wasabi Plum-Glazed Shrimp Skewers with Bacon
Smoke-Roasted Spatchcocked Chicken
Tuscan Grilled Vegetables; Grill-Roasted Corn and Sweet Potato Salad
Piña Colada Grilled Pineapple
Sample Recipe: Macadamia Nut Ice Cream
5. Italian Grill, Wed 09/22
Grilling and Italian food – the two hottest trends in cooking today. People can’t get enough of these rustic, simple foods prepared easily on your indoor or outdoor grill. By popular demand, we offer this exciting workshop teaching all the tips and techniques you will ever need for successful grilling – Italian-style.
SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES Preparing the grill; making an entire meal on the grill; creating juicy, tender, flavorful cuts of meat with crusty grill marks; testing for doneness; creating perfectly grilled vegetables and breads.
Grilling classes may be conducted either indoors or outdoors, depending upon the weather and the individual teaching kitchen facility. All recipes are adaptable and user-friendly for indoor/outdoor cooking. Consult your local store for details.
Grilled Pizza with Tomatoes and Arugula
Tuscan-Style Porterhouse for Two (Bistecca alla Fiorentina)
Grilled Radicchio and Endive Salad
Grilled Seasonal Fruit with Amaretto Sauce
Sample Recipe: Grilled Antipasto with Caper Sauce
You can register for these classes in the following way(s):
Single class ($69.00-135.00) - click on the class title(s) above to register.
