Our Services
Cooking Classes
Our Cooking Classes provide instruction in a friendly setting. 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.
April 2024
April 2024 classes have been available for registration since October 24, 2023
Sunday, April 28 Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham • $65 per person
“Watch Out, Picasso”
• Bread Sculpture: Vegetable Creations on Focaccia Breads
• Carrot and Ginger Soup
• Cherries Jubilee
May 2024
May 2024 classes have been available for registration since March 18, 2024
Friday, May 3 6:00pm • Chef Carmelita Scholes • $65 per person
“Strawberry Fields Forever”
• Creamy Strawberry Risotto (Risotto alle Fragole)
• Pan Seared Chicken with Strawberry-Balsamic Glaze
• Fragola Pazzo (Crazy Strawberry) Served over Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Tuesday, May 14 6:00pm • Chef Chaz Kilby • $65 per person
“A Feast from the Middle East”
• Chicken Shawarma on Flatbread (Grilled)
• Yoghurt Sauce
• Tahini Garlic Sauce
• Couscous Salad
• Kataifi (Shredded Fillo) Over Ice Cream
Wednesday, May 15 6:00pm • Chef Maria Taylor • $65 per person
“Holy Moly, Gnocchi Ravioli”
• Gnocchi with Brown Butter Sage Sauce
• Ravioli with Butternut Squash Ricotta Filling and Red Sauce
• Phyllo Apple and Goat Cheese
Sunday, May 19 Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham • $65 per person
“Afternoon Tea”
• Marinated Strawberries and Fresh Cream
• Currant Scones
• Egg and Cress Tea Sandwiches
• Mini Chocolate Victoria Sponges with Cherry Buttercream
• Tea with Milk and Sugar
Tuesday, May 28 6:00pm • Chef Chaz Kilby • $65 per person
“Sunset on a Warm Day”
• Mini Crab Cakes with Chipotle Mayonnaise
• Mexican Sweet Corn
• Pork Loin Sliders with Bacon Onion Jam
• Honey and Lime Watermelon
June 2024
June 2024 classes have been available for registration since March 18, 2024
Saturday, June 1 Noon • Chef Chaz Kilby • $65 per person
“It’s a Dog-Eat-Dog World!”
• Cocktail Wiener in Peach Bourbon BBQ Sauce
• The Hawaiian Dog with Pineapple Teriyaki
• South to the Mouth Dog – Beans and Bacon
• Classic Corn Dog with Hot Mustard
• Zee French Pig in Zee Blanket with Dipping Sauce
Wednesday, June 5 6:00pm • Chef Chaz Kilby • $65 per person
“Ono Grindz (Delicious Hawaiian Food)”
• Spam Gyoza (Meat Filled Dumplings)
• Pineapple Soy Dipping Sauce
• Hawaiian Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Sauce
• Tropical Slaw
• Tropical Fruit Parfait
Tuesday, June 11 6:00pm • Chef Maria Taylor • $65 per person
“Asian Chicken Fry”
• Korean Fried Chicken
• Japanese Katsu
• Chicken Furikake Served with White Rice
Sunday, June 16 Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham • $65 per person
“South of the Border”
• Salsa Verde with Homemade Tortilla Chips
• Chiles Rellenos
• Homemade Churros with Spicy Chocolate Dipping Sauce
Thursday, June 27 6:00pm • Chef Chaz Kilby • $65 per person
“Burgers Burgers Burgers!”
• Salmon Burgers
• Buffalo Chicken Burgers
• Black and Bleu Smashburgers
• Sunshine Pasta Salad
Sunday, June 30 Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham • $65 per person
“Summer Apps”
• Watermelon and Feta Spears
• Heirloom Tomato Tart
• Spinach and Artichoke Dip Phyllo Cups
July 2024
July 2024 classes have been available for registration since March 18, 2024
Saturday, July 20 Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham • $65 per person
“Keep it Greek”
• Falafel Wraps with Roasted Beet Hummus
• Cucumber and Mint Salad
• Easy Baklava
Tuesday, July 23 6:00pm • Chef Maria Taylor • $65 per person
“Something’s Fishy”
• Shrimp Po‘Boy
• Catfish Sliders
• Yuca Fries
Saturday, July 27 1:00pm • Chef Chaz Kilby • $65 per person
“The Parthenon!”
• Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pies)
• Homemade Greek Gyros (Lamb and Beef)
• Tzatziki Sauce (Cucumber Yogurt)
• Gyros Fixings and Seasonings
• Loukoumades (Greek Glazed Donut Balls)
Sunday, July 28 Noon • Chef Lisa Trentham • $65 per person
“Fresh Fixin’s”
• Gazpacho Shooters with Burrata
• Loaded Cauliflower with Pomegranate and Herbs
• Strawberry Upside Down Skillet Cake
Thursdays At Noon
Join Chefs Terry Anstrom, Chaz Kilby, and Stephanie Wilkins in The Kitchen on Thursdays for an approximately 75-minute course in fast and easy dishes. Eat while you learn!
May 2024 classes have been available for registration since March 18, 2024
May 9 • Fresh Produce–Here, There, and Everywhere • Chef Terry Anstrom • $40 per person
• Caprese Skewers with Fresh Vegetables
• Vegetable Lasagna
• Green Salad with Lemon Caper Dressing
May 16 • Citrus Cooking • Chef Terry Anstrom • $40 per person
• Citrus Almond Salad
• Citrus Herb Chicken Cutlets
• Asparagus with Lemon Gremolata
May 23 • Shrimp and Fries Surprise • Chef Stephanie Wilkins • $40 per person
• Shrimp Burgers with Curry Mayo
• Cajun Fries
• Lemon Icebox Pie
May 30 • Spring Time Tea • Chef Chaz Kilby • $40 per person
• Smoked Salmon Mousse Canapés
• Blue Cheese and Walnut Tea Sandwiches
• Pesto and Roasted Red Pepper Tea Sandwiches
• Raspberry Orange Mini Tarts
June 2024 classes have been available for registration since March 18, 2024
June 6 • Picnic on the Patio • Chef Stephanie Wilkins • $40 per person
• One Potato Two Potato Chips
• Creamy Shrimp and Dill Salad
• Berry Good Dessert Cups
June 13 • Catch of the Day • Chef Terry Anstrom • $40 per person
• Flounder Topped with Crab
• Arugula and Fennel Salad with Orange Segments
• Frozen Almond Crunch
June 20 • Lookout for the Cookout • Chef Stephanie Wilkins • $40 per person
• Sweet and Sassy Honey Wings
• Perfect Potato Salad
• Puddies Corn Pudding
June 27 • Summer Stunners • Chef Terry Anstrom • $40 per person
• Burrata Cheese, Peach, and Balsamic Appetizer
• Panzanella (Tuscan Bread and Tomato Salad with Olives & Cucumbers)
• Ice Cream on Grilled Bananas
July 2024 classes have been available for registration since March 18, 2024
July 18 • I Sea You • Chef Stephanie Wilkins • $40 per person
• Soulful Salmon Cakes
• Strawberry Arugula Salad
• Chocolate Chip Blondies
July 25 • Farmers Market Specials • Chef Terry Anstrom • $40 per person
• Tomato Tart with Basil and Goat Cheese
• Antipasto Pasta with Mushrooms, Salami, and Veggies
• Melons and Strawberries with Prosciutto and Mint
About the Classes
Our Chefs lead our participants through preparation of at least two to four dishes in a two-hour class in our residential-style kitchen. Accopanying 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
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. Payment is due at time of booking to reserve your spot.
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.
Chaz Kilby
Chaz Kilby, Personal Chef, is a graduate of the Culinary Business Academy and a member of the U.S. Personal Chef Association. Chaz’s career spans from hotels to restaurants to catering. Chaz currently provides culinary services to private clients and groups, from weeknight dinners to large celebratory events.
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
Maria Taylor
Maria Taylor was born and raised in the Philippines. Her family owned a bakery and two grocery stores, which fueled her passion for baking and cooking. Chef Maria gained her culinary skills while serving in the United States Air Force. Maria owns Let’s Break Bread Home Cooking. She is a culinary chef instructor at Mangia DC.
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.
1021 Caroline Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 374-0443
[email protected]