New Orleans Cooking Class & Cocktail Walking Tour

Overview

Explore the rich culinary history of New Orleans on a tour that combines a cooking class with a French Quarter cocktail tour. First, learn about the basics of Louisiana cuisine from a professional chef during an entertaining demonstration, then sample classics such as jambalaya, gumbo, and pralines.

When your cooking class ends you will have a few minutes to shop in the General Store before your tour guide arrives at the School to pick you up for the second part of your tour. Admire the architecture of the French Quarter as you stroll through the neighborhood, stopping in historic bars to sip the Big Easy’s most celebrated cocktails. You'll discover the flavors and culture of New Orleans during this fun and informative tour! Your cocktail tour guide will meet you outside of the cooking school by 4:15pm. Three drinks are included in the price.

City: New Orleans

Mon 30 Jun

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Starting at $105.50

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Mon 30 Jun

Starting at $105.50

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What's Included

New Orleans cooking demonstration class

Recipes, custom spice packet, and a discount at the General Store

3 classic cocktails, including taxes and service gratuities

Guided Cocktail Walking Tour

Generous food samplings, coffee, iced tea and beer at the Cooking School

Drink Special Coupon

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Your experience will start at the New Orleans School of Cooking
Please note: This is a demonstration class only; there is no hands-on training
In order to help preserve the French Quarter from vehicular traffic, it is requested that you please walk, if possible, to the convenient tour departure point - just a short stroll from most downtown hotels
Minimum age is 21 years
Your cocktail tour guide will meet you outside of the cooking school before 4:15pm.

What To Expect

French Quarter

After your introduction to Cajun and Creole cuisine, stroll through the historic streets of the French Quarter on a cocktail tour with an expert guide. Learn about the origins of Southern Comfort, invented in New Orleans in 1874. The classic Sazerac cocktail goes back even further to 1850! Examine the Spanish and French-inspired colonial architecture as your guide shares fascinating stories about the world-famous neighborhood, including the bars and cocktails created here. After a fun and fascinating 4-hour cooking class and cocktail tour, return to your starting point in the early evening to end your tour.

Peychaud's

Relax in the former residence of Antoine Peychaud, the Creole apothecary who prescribed and dispensed his patented herbal Peychaud’s Bitters, which would later become the key ingredient in the Sazerac, America’s first cocktail and the official cocktail of New Orleans.

St. Louis Cathedral

At the intersection of two cobblestone alleys in the shadows of the St. Louis Cathedral, is a legendary pirate hangout. There you’ll meet the “green fairy” known as Absinthe, the mystical herbal elixir that induced intoxicating creativity in many authors, artists, poets and musicians.

Fritzel's European Jazz Bar

There’s nothing like soul-stirring jazz to raise your spirits. Your tour ends on a high note at Fritzel's, not your typical dive bar. This jazz pub features the who’s who of New Orleans jazz, drawing jazz aficionados from around the world. You're welcome to stay for the show, then walk to dinner at one of many fine French Quarter restaurants nearby.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (92)

F2810GEhollyh

Mar 2025

My husband and I enjoyed this cooking class and cocktail tour so much!! Joe was a really funny and entertaining chef. Food was delicious! The cocktail tour was alot of fun as well, our tour guide Val was knowledgeable on the history of New Orleans and the drinking history of the town. You also get a little tour of the first bar's mini museum which was awesome. I am disappointed we missed our first free drink they should try to accommodate for those coming from the cooking tour. Other than that, 100% recommend!

Patty_S

Dec 2024

We had a fantastic, entertaining cooking class. We learned the history of the dishes prepared and details about the ingredients over the centuries.

Response from Host

Dec 2024

Not only do guests learn cooking tips but usually enjoy and lively and fun filled presentation.

Tabitha_C

Oct 2024

This hands down is the best of the best for anyone with interest in cooking! And don’t go eat lunch before you go!!! They r going to feed you and you will eat better in my opinion compared to an average corner restaurant!

Response from Host

Oct 2024

It is fascinating to see those chefs prepare local dishes and share them with our guests - and then share the creation with the group.