Culinary Institute of America Weekend & Lunar New Year Cooking Class

**Get tickets here: https://newyorksocialnetwork.com/events/culinary-institute-of-america-weekend-cooking-class-2/

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Cost: $Private Master Suite Single Room w/ King Bed & Private Bath $775
The Ultimate Culinary Getaway
Join us for a delicious weekend escape filled with food, fun, and flavor! We’ve reserved a charming house in the Hudson Valley as the perfect home base to explore, learn, and indulge. On Saturday we’ll celebrate the lunar New Year with a special Asian themed cooking class/demonstration!
What’s Included
Friday Evening
Welcome dinner at Bocuse French Restaurant, located at the world-renowned Culinary Institute of America (CIA). A full three-course experience to kick off the weekend!
Saturday
Morning: Relax over a chef-prepared gourmet breakfast at the house. Eggs, Omelettes, bacon, ham, home made muffins, grains, coffee, tea juice.
Midday: Stroll through the shops of historic Rhinebeck, NY.
Lunch: Dine at The Egg, CIA’s award-winning student-run restaurant. (Menu changes daily)
Afternoon: Go behind the scenes at the CIA for a guided “History & Science of Taste” tour and demonstration. Then a visit to a local vineyard.
Evening: Hands-on (or watch-and-learn!) Lunar New Year Cooking Class/Demonstration back at the house. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to create these dishes! You can help chop, fold, stir or just sit back and watch! Following the meal we’ll sit by the fire and chat.
Together we’ll prepare a menu featuring:
Chinese Dumplings
Japanese Udon Noodle Soup
Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork
Vegetable Fried Rice
Dan Tat (Egg Tarts)
Sunday
Breakfast back at The Egg at CIA.
Check-out at 11:00 am.
Pricing & Accommodations
Space is limited to 6 guests only. (VIP Lifetime Members save $25 on all options the difference will be refunded after booking.)
Private Master Suite Single Room w/ King Bed & Private Bath: $775
(Sharing with a partner/significant other? +$375 supplement)
Private Junior Master Suite Single Room w/ Queen Bed & Private Bath: $750 (Sharing with a partner/significant other? +$375 supplement)
Private Room w/ Full Size Bed & Shared Bath $725 (Sharing with a partner/significant other? +$375 supplement)
Shared Room w/ Twin Bunk Bed & Shared Bath : $700
Private Office Room w/ Full Size Murphy Bed: $675
Price Includes:
2 nights’ accommodations
Round-trip transportation from Poughkeepsie train station to all weekend activities
Friday dinner at CIA
Saturday gourmet breakfast, CIA lunch, tour & demonstration, cooking class & dinner
Sunday CIA breakfast
Snacks and limited beverages at the house
Linens, towels, shampoo, soap
Not included: train fare. Guests can either take the 4:15 pm Metro North train to Poughkeepsie or meet the group directly at the house at 6:30 pm Friday. Since not everyone drinks, samples at the vineyard are optional.
Good to Know
About The Class: You will learn step by step how to prepare each item on the menu. You can participate in chopping/mixing or just watch.
Cooking Instructor: Dave Cervini (trained at Peter Kumps & The New School for Culinary Arts)
Solo Travelers Welcome: Most guests attend on their own!
Dress Code: Casual and comfortable. Dress for the weather—some activities are outdoors.
Age Requirement: 21+
Cancellation: Nonrefundable unless event is canceled.
✨ A perfect blend of fine dining, culinary learning, and Hudson Valley charm—all in one unforgettable weekend!
THE HOUSE
4 bedrooms / 4 bathrooms
Venue: Take the 4:15pm Metro North Train
Address:
from Grand Central to Poughkeepsie, new york, New York
**Get tickets here: https://newyorksocialnetwork.com/events/culinary-institute-of-america-weekend-cooking-class-2/