Our Cooking Classes provide instruction in a group setting, where all participants are gathered around our kitchen island. The chef does most of the cooking, but may ask for volunteers to stir a soup, chop a vegetable, etc.
We draw on the unique chefs and caterers in the Fredericksburg, Virginia region to teach our classes. We provide the entertainment, food, and wine, while you have all the fun!
Classes are limited to 12 participants.
Upcoming Classes
Scroll down for “Thursdays at Noon” classes
To register for a class, please call us at (540) 374-0443 or visit us in store during opening hours. We do not offer online registration.
July 2026
approx. 2 hour classes
July 2026 classes have been available for registration since March 30, 2026
Sunday, July 26 • Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham
“Oh Deer” • $65 per person
• Fire Roasted Venison
• Three Sisters Stew
• Mashed Berries with Local Honey
August 2026
approx. 2 hour classes
August 2026 classes have been available for registration since July 1, 2026
Saturday, August 1 • Noon • Chef Douglas Jarman — Waitlist only
“Journey to Morocco” • $65 per person
• Baba Ganoush
• Homemade Pita Bread
• Preserved Lemon and Olive Chicken
• Couscous with Two Sauces
• Phyllo Triangles with Chocolate and Almonds
Sunday, August 2 • Noon • Chef Vanessa Moncure
“One Pan, All The Flavor” • $72 per person
• Chicken Shawarma
• Italian Sausage, Peppers, and Onions
• Garlic Shrimp, White Beans, and Arugula
• Sheet Pan Iced Cake
Tuesday, August 4 • 6pm • Chef Stephanie Wilkins
“The Reel Deal” • $65 per person
• Oven Roasted Fish with Hazelnut Brown Butter
• Skillet Rice
• Sauteed Green Beans
• Homemade Corn Pudding
Saturday, August 8 • Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham
“Off The Hook” • $65 per person
• Fisherman’s Pot Pie
• Minted Peas
• Raspberry Fool Served with Buttery Shortbread
Wednesday, August 12 • 6pm • Chef Douglas Jarman — Waitlist only
“Thai Me Up” • $70 per person
• Bang Bang Shrimp
• Thai Shrimp Cakes with Cucumber and Peanut
• Fresh Lo Mein with Vegetables
• Spicy Fast Green Beans
• Matcha Tea Folded In Ice Cream
Tuesday, August 18 • 6pm • Chef Vanessa Moncure
“NOLA Gumbo Ya-Ya” • $65 per person
• Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo
• BBQ Shrimp
• Mustard Greens Salad with Remoulade
• Brennan’s Bananas Foster
Wednesday, August 26 • 6pm • Chef Stephanie Wilkins
“Apples To Apples” • $65 per person
• Pork Chops with Apple Gravy
• Apple Walnut Salad
• Roasted Vegetables
• Bacon Apple Crumble Pie
September 2026
approx. 2 hour classes
September 2026 classes have been available for registration since July 1, 2026
Friday, September 4 • 6pm • Chef Vanessa Moncure — Waitlist only
“The Taco Cart” • $65 per person
• Baja Fish Tacos
• Esquites
• Mexican Chorizo Tacos
• Soft Chicken Tacos
• Tres Leches Cake
Tuesday, September 8 • 6pm • Chef Douglas Jarman
“Braise The Lord” • $65 per person
• Braised Eye of Round
• Spaetzle Sauteed with Herbs
• Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Caraway, Garlic and Bacon
• Old School Rice Pudding
Saturday, September 12 • Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham
“Not Your Normal Lasagna” • $65 per person
• Veggie Lasagna
• Seasonal Salad
• Panna Cotta with Orange Coulis
Monday, September 14 • 6pm • Chef Vanessa Moncure
“Water Bath Canning” • $65 per person
• Seasonal Fruit Preserves
• Salsa and Relishes
• Pickling Pantry
Tuesday, September 15 • 6pm • Chef Stephanie Wilkins
“A Pie For All Seasons” • $65 per person
• Seafood Pot Pie (Winter)
• Key Lime Pie (Spring)
• Beach Pie (Summer)
• Sweet Potato Pie (Fall)
Sunday, September 20 • Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham
“A Perfect Catch” • $65 per person
• Seared Cod on a Bed of Red Pepper Hummus
• Sauteed Sugar Snap Peas
• Miniature Apple Pies Served with Crème Anglaise
Monday, September 21 • 6pm • Chef Carmelita Scholes — Waitlist only
“Oh, For the Love of Lemon!” • $72 per person
• Pasta alla Norma
• Seafood Salad
• Lemon Spaghetti
• Limoncello with Ice Cream
Saturday, September 26 • Noon • Chef Stephanie Wilkins
“Better With Bacon” • $65 per person
• Bacon Butternut Squash Soup
• Bacon Tart
• Bacon and Teriyaki Salmon Skewers
• Bacon Maple Cupcakes
Wednesday, September 30 • 6pm • Chef Douglas Jarman — Waitlist only
“Northern Exposure” • $72 per person
• Nova Scotia Mini Lobster Roll
• Russian Coulibiac of Halibut Wrapped in Puff Pastry
• Poutine Quebec Style
• Baked Alaska, Pun Intended
October 2026
approx. 2 hour classes
October 2026 classes have been available for registration since July 1, 2026
Sunday, October 4 • Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham — Waitlist only
“Take The Gravy Train” • $65 per person
• Steak and Ale Pie
• Celeriac Mash
• Glazed Carrots
• Jam Rolly Polly
Tuesday, October 6 • 6pm • Chef Stephanie Wilkins
“The BEST Meatloaf” • $65 per person
• Meredith Beckett’s Meatloaf
• Creamy Mashed Potatoes
• Southern Collard Greens
• Pecan Pie Bars
Saturday, October 17• Noon • Chef Douglas Jarman
“Don’t Duck It Up” • $75 per person
• How To Skin, Bone, and Marinate Duck
• Render the Duck Fat to Make Confit of Duck
• Correctly Cooked Duck Breasts
• How to Make Duck Stock and Duck Sauce
• Roasted Root Vegetables
• Duck Fat Potatoes
Tuesday, October 20 • 6pm • Chef Vanessa Moncure — Waitlist only
“Oktoberfeast” • $65 per person
• Pork Schnitzel
• German Potato Salad
• Blaukraut
• Apple Strudel
Wednesday, October 21 • 6pm • Chef Douglas Jarman — Waitlist only
“Haute Cuisine Hors D’oeuvres”• $80 per person
• Tenderloin of Beef Canape Topped with Black Truffle
• BBQ Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Skewers
• Crab Flan on Rocket with Lemon Oil
• Sushi Grade Tuna Tartare on Rice Crackers
• Bruschetta with Rogue River Blue and Prosciutto
• Champagne Ice, Intermezzo or as Aperitif
Saturday, October 24 • Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham
“Baa Baa Black Sheep” • $65 per person
• Shepherd’s Pie
• Steamed Seasonal Broccoli
• Microwave Sticky Toffee Pudding Served with Custard
Monday, October 26 • 6pm • Chef Vanessa Moncure
“Cast Iron Breakfast” • $65 per person
• Three Cheese Frittata
• Dutch Baby with Roasted Peaches
• Hoecakes with Blueberry Honey
Tuesday, October 27 • 6pm • Chef Stephanie Wilkins
“Southern Spread” • $65 per person
• Sweet Honey Cornbread
• Fried Fish
• Southern Mac n Cheese
• Stewed Tomatoes
• Red Velvet Mini Cakes
November 2026
approx. 2 hour classes
November 2026 classes have been available for registration since July 1, 2026
Saturday, November 7 • Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham — Waitlist only
“Don’t Diss The Leftovers” • $65 per person
• Turkey and Cranberry Paninis with Red Wine
• Gravy Dipping Sauce
• Potato and Stuffing Croquettes
• Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Thursday, November 12 • Noon • Chef Terry Anstrom
“Be On The Cutting Edge” • $65 per person
• Knife Skills
• Spatchcocked Chicken with Apple, Onion and Sausage Stuffing
December 2026
approx. 2 hour classes
December 2026 classes have been available for registration since July 1, 2026
Saturday, December 5 • 11am • Chef Terry Anstrom — Waitlist only
“Frosting Fun” • $35 per person
• Class for Children ages 8+
• Have Fun Decorating Gingerbread Cookies with Royal Icing
January-April 2027 schedule will be released in the fall.
Follow us on Instagram or Facebook for the schedule release announcement!
Thursdays At Noon
Join Chefs Terry Anstrom, Douglas Jarman, Vanessa Moncure, and Stephanie Wilkins in The Kitchen on Thursdays for an approximately 75-minute course in fast and easy dishes. Eat while you learn!
Thursday, July 30 • Noon • Chef Terry Anstrom
“Colonial Catfish” • $45 per person
• Curried Catfish and Rice with Chutney and Scallions
• Potato Balls (Colonial tater tots)
• Lemon Cheese Pie / Bread Pudding with Custard Sauce
Thursday, August 6 • Noon • Chef Terry Anstrom
“Big Burger Bash” • $45 per person
• Green Chile (Chuck) Burger
• Caprese (Round and Sausage) Burger
• Thai (Pork) Burger
• Creole Shrimp Burger
• Tex Mex Salad
Thursday, August 13 • Noon • Chef Stephanie Wilkins
“Hand It Over” • $45 per person
• Fruit Hand Pies
• Beef Empanadas
• Cheesecake Hand Pies
Thursday, August 20 • Noon • Chef Vanessa Moncure
“Over the Harvest Moon” • $45 per person
• Arugula and Shaved Fennel Salad
• Cider-Brined Bone-In Pork Chop with Apple-Bacon Chutney
• Poundcake with Figs and Sabayon
Thursday, August 27 • Noon • Chef Douglas Jarman — Waitlist only
“Risotto – That’s Amore” • $45 per person
• Plain or Cheese Risotto
• Truffle and Wild Mushroom Risotto
• Shrimp and Mussel Risotto with Saffron
• Hand Stuffed Cannoli
Thursday, September 3 • Noon • Chef Stephanie Wilkins
“Passport to Vietnam” • $45 per person
• Pork and Shrimp Vietnamese Crepes
• Lemongrass Grilled Chicken
• Rice Noodle Salad with Veggies and Peanuts
Thursday, September 10 • Noon • Chef Terry Anstrom
“Cukes Galore” • $45 per person
• Smashed Cucumber with Shrimp and Watermelon Salad
• Cucumber, Cheese, and Dill Spread
• Cucumber and Squash Veggie Tart
Thursday, September 17 • Noon • Chef Douglas Jarman
“Pasta Perfection” • $45 per person
• Easy Alfredo Sauce
• Penne with Truffles and Chives
• Pappardelle with Country Ham and Shiitake Mushrooms
• Angel Hair with Leeks, Tomatoes, and White Wine
Thursday, September 24 • Noon • Chef Vanessa Moncure
“Nashville Heat” • $45 per person
• Nashville Hot Chicken
• Tennessee Mustard Slaw
• Mile High Meringue Pie
Thursday, October 1 • Noon • Chef Stephanie Wilkins
“In The Pumpkin Patch” • $45 per person
• Roasted Pumpkin Quiche
• Pumpkin Meatballs
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars
Thursday, October 8 • Noon • Chef Douglas Jarman
“Crowd Pleasing Holiday Sides” • $45 per person
• Ultimate Mashed Potatoes
• Hot Cinnamon Sweet Potato Bites
• The Cheesiest Grits
• Slooow Roasted Vegetables
Thursday, October 15 • Noon • Chef Vanessa Moncure
“Sweet and Savory Quick Breads” • $45 per person
• Country Ham Angel Biscuits
• Garlic Cheddar Biscuits
• Cranberry Orange Scones
• Chocolate Cinnamon Bread
• Quick Iced Cinnamon Rolls
Thursday, October 22 • Noon • Chef Terry Anstrom
“Breakfast On The Run” • $45 per person
• Spinach and Bacon Quiche with Hash Brown Crust
• Cinnamon Roll Mini Muffins
• Keoke Coffee
Thursday, October 29 • Noon • Chef Terry Anstrom
“Don’t Stew On It” • $45 per person
• Belgian Beef Stew
• Herb Cheddar Biscuits
• Pear Pomegranate Spinach Salad
January-April 2027 schedule will be released in the fall.
Follow us on Instagram or Facebook for the schedule release announcement!
About the Classes
Our Chefs lead our participants in a group style setting through preparation of at least two to four dishes in a two-hour class in our residential-style kitchen. The chef does most of the preparation but may ask for a volunteer to assist by chopping a vegetable, stirring a soup, etc. Accompanying beverages are provided.
Class is limited to 12 participants.
Ages 11+ are welcome to join in any of our classes.
Participants will be standing for the duration of class, but limited seating is available upon request.
REGISTRATION
Payment for class is due at time of booking. Registration is open for classes up until 48 hours prior to the class.
To register for a class, call the store at (540) 374-0443 or stop in during opening hours. Registration is not available online or through our “Contact Us” form.
Cancellation policy
Cancellations are accepted until 48 hours prior to the class.
Refunds are given in the form of store credit only (expires 13 months from issue date and can be used for another class or merchandise).
No refunds of any kind will be granted within 48 hours of class start time.
10% discount
All participants will receive 10% off any merchandise in The Kitchen at Whittingham on the day of the class (excluding alcholic beverages).
Discount does not apply towards merchandise in Whittingham.
Meet the Chefs
TERRY ANSTROM
Terry Anstrom has channeled her passion for creative culinary adventures as President of the Gourmet Club at West Point, New York, and as a cooking class instructor at Williams Sonoma for a decade in Northern Virginia.
DOUGLAS JARMAN
Douglas Jarman attended the Culinary Institute of America. He has had an extensive career in hotel restaurants, including at The Hotel Pierre in New York and as Executive Chef of the Doubletree Hotel in Crystal City. He worked for Wegman Food Markets for 18 years.
VANESSA MONCURE
Vanessa Moncure owned Chez V Catering and her downtown restaurant, Bistro 309, was voted 2001’s “Restaurant Find of the Year” by the Washington Post. Her monthly food column, “Season’s Bounty,” has been in Front Porch Fredericksburg since 2000. Vanessa has written two cookbooks and posts food-related topics on her Instagram channel @inthekitchen_withv
CARMELITA SCHOLES
Carmelita Scholes was born and raised in Italy, where she inherited her love of cooking from her father. Her extensive travels with her Marine Corps husband introduced her to other gastronomic cultures. Owner of Bella Vista Events, she hosts cooking classes and culinary events at her historic family farm in King George. Instagram: @bleakhillfarm
LISA TRENTHAM
Lisa Trentham spent her childhood in the United Kingdom, where she developed a love for baking and pastry. She is a Culinary Graduate of the Art Institute of California, Sacramento and the Owner of Stirling Chef, which offers personal chef / catering services.
Stephanie Wilkins
Stephanie Wilkins is a training director for the U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) where food safety and public health is at the forefront of her career. She is the author of Kitchen Vibe cookbook and creator of the Fulltime Foodie blog. Stephanie also offers cooking instruction and food events to small groups and private clients. fulltimefoodie.org
Private Parties
Find out about a private class at The Kitchen for your next club meeting or special occasion. Price upon request.
Gift certificates are available for birthdays, bridal showers, and office parties.
GET IN TOUCH
To register for a cooking class, call us at (540) 374-0443 or stop by the store during opening hours.
Online registration is not available.