Step into the East Hampton studio vibe right here in Downtown Roswell! If there is one thing the legendary Barefoot Contessa taught us, it’s that spectacular entertaining shouldn’t leave you exhausted. This class is an absolute celebration of Ina Garten’s culinary philosophy: using high-quality, uncomplicated ingredients to create deeply comforting, elegant food that makes your guests feel completely loved.

In this hands-on workshop, we’ll uncover the exact kitchen strategies that make her food look effortless. We’ll master the mechanics of roasting chicken to juicy perfection, build a glossy, restaurant-style pasta sauce, and bake a dessert that will have everyone asking for the recipe. As Ina would say: “How easy was that?!”

What We’ll Master:

• The Flavor Maximizer: Learning why high-quality, simple staples—like “good vanilla,” kosher salt, and real Parmigiano-Reggiano—completely carry a dish.
• The Stress-Free Prep: Organizing your mise en place so you can actually enjoy your own dinner party.
• The Roasting Secret: Controlling high oven heat to trap juices while achieving crisp, caramelized textures.

On the Menu:
Warm Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini
 Ina’s Lemon Chicken Breasts
Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
Outrageous Brownies

What To Expect: In our classes you’ll work together with other students in a fun, hands-on environment led by our professional chef instructors.

• You will work with other students in groups of 4, sharing workstations and equipment.
• Classes are 2 hours, unless otherwise noted above
• Hands-on classes are limited to 12-16 students
• You will be standing, cooking and working for most of the class
• Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and have long hair tied back
• We will serve water, soda or 2 glasses of wine with your meal.

Mis En Place recipes are developed using common cooking and baking ingredients that may or may not be specified in the menu titles, including various fruits and vegetables, nuts, meats, spices, wheat flours, etc. If you have a food allergy, please check with Mis En Place Cooking Studio before attending the class. Adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.