culinary arts

All of our classes require advanced registration, so unfortunately, you can’t just drop in. This helps us make sure we have everything ready for a great experience! Be sure to sign up ahead of time to reserve your spot—we’d love to have you join us!

While we can modify some class menus, many cannot be. Our kitchen does handle common allergens like dairy, eggs, shellfish, nuts, wheat, and soy. Please note that cross-contamination may occur, so we can't guarantee that all food will be safe for those with severe allergies. Your safety is important to us, so if you have concerns, feel free to reach out before the class!

We’re happy to offer full refunds if an event is canceled. However, we’re unable to provide refunds for any other reason. Thanks for understanding!

Our classes are designed with adults in mind, so most are 21+. It’s all about creating a fun, relaxed atmosphere where everyone can fully enjoy the experience. If you have any questions about a specific class, feel free to reach out—we're happy to help!

Our classes are usually held right here at the Center for the Arts, in one of our various spaces. However, sometimes we switch things up and host classes at local restaurants or other fun venues around town. Be sure to check your confirmation email for the exact location of your class. If you’re ever unsure, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to help!

For wine or spirits classes meals are not provided, so we recommend coming well-fed. For most of our cooking classes, we’ll wrap things up with a communal meal. While you don’t need to eat a big meal before these, try not to arrive starving.

We keep things hands-on and active in our classes. When it comes to wine classes you’ll be mostly tasting and conversing, but when it comes to our cooking classes, you’ll be chopping, stirring, sautéing, and mixing alongside your fellow students and instructor the whole time.

Cookbook Club is a fun, potluck-style event where we gather to celebrate and discuss a featured cookbook! You can pick up a copy of the book at Townie Books (or borrow ours!), sign up to bring a dish from the book, and then show up with your creation. We’ll handle setting the table and pouring the wine—it’s a great way to share food, conversation, and inspiration with fellow food lovers!

Absolutely! At the Center for the Arts, we offer private culinary and wine classes for all kinds of occasions. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a milestone event with friends and family from across the country, or planning a fun cooking party for your coworkers, we’ve got you covered. Just send us an email at info@crestedbuttearts.org and we’ll help you find the perfect fit for your event.

If there are accommodations that would help improve your learning in class, we would like to know about them! Send us an email to info@crestedbuttearts.org and we will do our best!